Moving Checklist — Cavendish Knight

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Utilities & Services

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Contact current gas & electricity supplier — provide final meter readings on moving dayofgem.gov.uk — switching guidance →

Set up gas & electricity at your new address before move-inCompare tariffs at uswitch.com →

Transfer or set up water account with local water companyFind your water company →

Set up broadband — order 4–6 weeks in advance to avoid delaysCheck availability by postcode →

Cancel or transfer TV licence at old addresstvlicensing.co.uk →

Set up Royal Mail post redirection (from 1 month before move)royalmail.com/redirection →

Check boiler service history and schedule if overdue

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Council & Government

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Update your address on the electoral rollgov.uk/register-to-vote →

Update driving licence address with DVLAgov.uk — update driving licence →

Update vehicle registration (V5C logbook)gov.uk — update V5C →

Notify HMRC of new address (if self-employed or expecting tax correspondence)gov.uk — tell HMRC →

Update passport address records (informational only — no legal requirement but good practice)

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Removals & Packing

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Get at least 3 quotes from BAR-registered removal companiesFind verified removals on Cavendish Knight →

Book removal company — aim for 4–6 weeks before move date

Order packing boxes, bubble wrap and tape — 2–3 weeks before move

Declutter — sell, donate or dispose of items you won't need

Label all boxes with room and contents — use colour-coded labels per room

Pack a "first night" box — kettle, mugs, bedding, toiletries, chargers

Defrost fridge/freezer 24 hours before move day

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Financial & Legal

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Instruct a conveyancing solicitor — do this as soon as offer is acceptedFind verified solicitors →

Arrange a RICS survey — Level 2 or Level 3 depending on property age and conditionFind RICS surveyors →

Confirm mortgage offer in writing from your lender

Pay Stamp Duty Land Tax within 14 days of completiongov.uk SDLT calculator →

Update bank accounts and credit cards with new address

Update buildings and contents insurance for new property

Receive and check completion statement from solicitor before funds transfer

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Notify These Organisations

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Employer / payroll department

GP surgery and dentist

Bank and building society

Pension and investment providers

Insurance providers (car, home, life)

Children's schools

Subscription services (Amazon, Netflix, deliveries)

Friends and family

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Disclaimer: This checklist is a general guide only and does not constitute legal, financial or professional advice. Timelines and requirements vary depending on your specific circumstances. Always consult a qualified solicitor for legal matters and a regulated financial adviser for mortgage and financial queries. Cavendish Knight is a technology platform and not an estate agent or legal services provider.