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PREPARING FOR THE MOVE AND THE MOVERS

• Dismantle television and radio antennas. Disconnect and prepare all components, such as stereos, turntables, compact disc players, video disc players, printers, computers, televisions, and VCRs for the move.
  
  
• Empty, defrost, and thoroughly wash the inside of all refrigerators and freezers at least 24 hours before pickup. Empty the refrigerator's bottom pan.
  
  
• Drain all water from hot tubs and water beds and allow to dry.
  
  
• Disconnect all appliances, washer hoses, and dryer exhaust vents.
  
  
• Remove and unplug all electrical items, including window air conditioners.
  
  
• Dispose of worn out and unneeded items and foods that could spill or might spoil in transit.
  
  
• Remove pictures, utensil, and food racks from the walls, take down curtain rods and valances, and all things from the attic or crawl space. (The packers are not required to go into these areas.)
  
  
• Separate all items of professional books, papers, and equipment/Pro Gear from the rest of your property.
  
   
• When listed properly on the inventory, professional books, papers, and equipment are not counted as part of the weight allowance.
  
  
• Separate all items of clothing, toys, and necessities that will not be shipped with the rest of the HHG. Place them in a separate area of the house and inform the movers and packers the room is off-limits.
  
  
• If necessary, have an extermination of the residence and HHG completed prior to the arrival of the packers. Goods will not be picked up by the carrier if suspected of being bug infested.
  
  
• Disconnect and purge all propane tanks prior to shipment. Written certification of purging must be made by a professional individual or company that is certified to perform such purging. Do not attempt to purge the tanks yourself. A label or tag must be affixed to each tank that indicates the purging was conducted in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association's standards, or the tanks will not be moved.
  
  
• If shipping a motorcycle, ensure the gas tank is empty. Disconnect the battery and secure the cables. If putting the motorcycle in storage, remove and dispose of the battery. Proof of ownership, such as the registration, which describes the make, model, and vehicle identification number is required.
  
  
• If shipping a lawnmower, ensure the gas tank is empty, and the oil has been drained.

Last updated: 08 April 2009