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(819) 685-1919
For information call
(819) 685-1919
For information call
(819) 685-1919
For information call
(819) 685-1919
For information call
(819) 685-1919
For information call
(819) 685-1919
Preparing your move!
All larger items should go into the unit first with lighter things on top.
If you have items that are frequently required, store them near the front of the unit for easy access.
Allow space for walkways between stored items.
Use blankets quilts and moving pads during your move to prevent items from rubbing and scuffing.
Use rope to secure furniture pads around large articles. Secure furniture inside the trailer or truck so they will not shift and cause damage during the move. Clothes line or thick twine may also be used.
Always use a large or heavy item to form the base of your stacks, then place the lighter items on top.
The following list is provided to help you plan your move.
| Two to Four Weeks Before You Move | |
| Purchase packing supplies. All boxes and packing supplies are available at Aylmer Storage. | |
| Start packing boxes. | |
| Sell or donate unwanted items. | |
| Send "change of address" cards. These cards are free at the post office. | |
| Make arrangements to transfer: automobile and drivers licences, medical, dental, school, pet records and eye prescriptions. | |
| Settle all local bills. | |
| Arrange for shipment of pets. | |
| Begin to use up overstocks of staple foods. | |
| Reserve your moving truck. | |
| Two Weeks Before You Move | |
| Finalize arrangements with Aylmer Storage. | |
| Notify utilities, telephone and cable TV companies of both your old and new addresses. | |
| Set dates for disconnection and hookup of services. | |
| Pick up loaned items, return borrowed items. | |
| Pick up clothes at the dry-cleaners and tailor. | |
| Close and transfer bank accounts and safety deposit boxes. | |
| Check on items at repair shops. | |
| Arrange a baby-sitter for moving day. | |
| If necessary, reserve apartment elevator for moving dates. | |
| The week before you move | |
| Arrange for inspection and servicing of cars. | |
| Drain gas from lawn mowers, and other equipment. Dispose all flammables, such as paint, gasoline and hazardous goods at Gatineau's "Recycling Center", located at 860 Boulevard de la Carriere and is open from 9 AM till 3 PM every Saturday from May until October. |
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| Finish packing, except those items needed for moving day. | |
| Empty and defrost refrigerator and freezer. | |
| Cancel newspaper delivery. | |
| Make arrangements to pay for your move. | |
| Defrost and dry refrigerators and freezers. | |
| Set aside valuable items to carry with you including jewelry, vital documents, money and valuable small items. | |
| One Day Before You Move | |
| Pack a personal suitcase containing items you need for moving day, as well as those items you'll need first thing in your new home. Don't forget toiletries & important medicines and a roll of toilet paper. | |
| Clean range. | |
| Drain water from both your clothes and dishwasher. | |
| Moving Day | |
| Be on hand to answer questions and give directions to movers and stay until they are finished. | |
| Accompany driver for inventory of your household goods. | |
| Complete information on bill of lading and carefully read all documents before you sign it. | |
| Make sure you have your copies of the bill of lading and inventory. | |
| Keep the bill of lading until your possessions are delivered, the charges are paid, and any claims are settled. | |
| Before the van leaves, take one final look through the house to make certain nothing has been left behind. | |
Give the driver directions to our storage facility.
 Click here for a printable map.
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| Notify the driver and the van line where you can be reached during the move. | |
| DELIVERY DAY | |
| Be on hand to answer any questions and give directions as to where each item should be placed. | |
| You must pay the driver before your goods can be unloaded. | |
| Supervise unloading and unpacking. | |
| Cheque carefully for any damaged or missing items. |
The following list are some of the accounts and groups that require your change of address.
| Utilities | |||
| Cable | Electric | ||
| Gas | Internet | ||
| Telephone and Cell Phones | Water | ||
| Insurance Companies | |||
| Auto | Health | ||
| Home | Life | ||
| Professional Services | |||
| Broker | Accountant | ||
| Consultants | Dentist | ||
| Doctor | Lawyer | ||
| Government Offices | |||
| Post Office | Library | ||
| Revenue Canada | |||
| Business Accounts | |||
| Banks | Cell Phone Providers | ||
| Department stores | Drug store | ||
| Dry cleaner | Finance companies | ||
| Health & fitness club | |||
| Subscriptions | |||
| Magazines | Newspapers | ||
| Miscellaneous | |||
| Business associates | |||
| Church | Friends | ||
| Relatives | School |