1) Planning and timeline
- Confirm moving date
- Book time off work
- Compare offers and choose a mover
- Arrange parking restrictions if needed
- Create packing and cleaning timeline
Private Moving Checklist
This practical checklist helps you organize a private move in Zurich or anywhere in Switzerland. Complete each section step by step to avoid last-minute issues.
2) Address and authorities
- Register new address with local authority
- Set up mail forwarding
- Update insurance address
- Inform employer and bank
- Check ID and vehicle documents
3) Contracts and providers
- Update utility contracts
- Transfer internet and TV
- Inform phone provider
- Confirm handover with landlord
- Prepare meter readings
4) Packing and supplies
- Get boxes and protective materials
- Label boxes by room
- Protect fragile items separately
- Pack important documents in hand luggage
- Prepare first-day essentials box
5) Furniture and inventory
- Plan furniture disassembly
- Pack screws and small parts in labeled bags
- Measure bulky furniture
- Sell or dispose unused items
- Prepare assembly plan for new home
6) Cleaning and handover
- Schedule move-out cleaning
- Clear basement and storage areas
- Prepare handover protocol
- Collect all keys
- Take photos of apartment condition
7) Moving day
- Check access and parking
- Transport valuables separately
- Ensure access to new property
- Assign one contact person
- Place boxes in rooms by priority
8) After the move
- Inspect furniture condition
- Set up kitchen and bedroom first
- Finalize all address changes
- Meet building manager and neighbors
- Close remaining checklist tasks