At Abe Lincoln Movers…

We built our Colorado moving services on a strong foundation of trust. With more than 20 years of experience, you can rely on us for all your residential and commercial moving services. We understand moving is stressful and aim to alleviate some of the pressure with our satisfaction-guaranteed moving experience.

YOUR GO-TO MOVING GUIDE & CHECKLIST

Between packing and trying to remember everything you have to do when you finally move into your new space, there’s not a lot of wiggle room for procrastination. The earlier you get everything situated, the less likely you are to make an unwanted mistake or feel overwhelmed. That’s why our team has put together this guide. Proper preparation is everything.

 

Preparation Timeline For Your Move

Strategic steps to complete before moving day arrives.

8 Weeks Prior

  • Create a central folder/file to log all moving receipts, quotes, and lease parameters safely.
    • Secure structured time off from work for your moving dates.
    • Set up a garage sale or coordinate a pick-up time with local donation centers for unwanted items.

6 Weeks Prior

  • Collect or purchase structural moving containers, boxes, and tapes.
  • Label your packing boxes thoroughly by target room destinations.
  • Document electronics wiring with photos to ensure quick setup later.
  • Measure entryways and stairwells to confirm heavy item clearances.

4 Weeks Prior

  • Finalize your customized moving insurance options for peace of mind.
  • Gather all physical financial, medical, and legal documents.
  • Systematically use up non-transportable kitchen items, frozen assets, and aerosol cans.
  • Cancel active utilities, cable profiles, or internet lines at your old address.

2 Weeks Before Your Move

  • Complete a full external computer backup to guard data assets.
  • Transition structural utility paths (gas, electric, water) to your new location.
  • Setup local waste management or recycling options at your new property.
  • Formally notify your close contacts and update vehicle registration details.

The Week Of Your Move

  • Put your mail forwarding request into effect with the postal service.
  • Transfer your active homeowners or renters insurance policies over to the new home base.
  • Perform a deep clean of your old house or office space to protect your security deposit.

 

It’s finally here! Moving day has arrived!

Final Hours & Moving Day Execution

  • Day Before : Recheck internal closets, empty drawers, and secondary storage rooms completely to guarantee nothing is forgotten. Set aside immediate essentials and coordinate a weather-appropriate survival box for your first night inside the new property.
  • Moving Day : Lay down protective floor layers. Collect outstanding items for your professional moving team. Once our reliable crews arrive on-site, relax and let Abe Lincoln Movers handle the heavy lifting while you prepare your new workspace or home destination.