House Removal Checklist for Aberdeen Residents (2026 Guide)

Moving house is one of the most stressful things you can do but with the right plan, it becomes far easier. This guide gives you a simple, practical checklist tailored specifically for people moving in and around Aberdeen.

Whether you’re relocating from Bridge of Don, Dyce, Torry, Westhill, or anywhere else in the city, this checklist will help you stay organised and avoid last‑minute stress.

🗓️ 4 Weeks Before Moving Day

✔ Start Decluttering

Go through each room and decide what to keep, donate, sell, or dispose of.
Less stuff = cheaper and faster move.

✔ Book Your Removal Service

Aberdeen gets busy at month‑end and during student seasons.
Booking early guarantees availability and better prices.

✔ Notify Your Landlord (If Renting)

Give notice and check your tenancy agreement for cleaning or repair requirements.

✔ Begin Collecting Packing Materials

You’ll need:

• Boxes

• Tape

• Bubble wrap

• Marker pens

• Protective covers

✔ Update Important Addresses

Start preparing to update:

• Banks

• DVLA

• Workplace

• Insurance

• Subscriptions

📦 2 Weeks Before Moving Day

✔ Start Packing Non‑Essential Items

Pack things you don’t use daily:

• Books

• Decorations

• Seasonal clothes

• Spare bedding

✔ Label Every Box Clearly

Write:

• Room name

• Contents

• “Fragile” if needed

This saves huge amounts of time during unloading.

✔ Arrange Child or Pet Care (If Needed)

Moving day is chaotic — having kids or pets elsewhere helps massively.

✔ Confirm Parking Arrangements

Aberdeen has tight streets in areas like Rosemount and the city centre.
Check if you need:

• Parking permits

• Space reserved for the van

• Access instructions

📦 1 Week Before Moving Day

✔ Pack Most of Your Home

Leave out only essentials.
Everything else should be boxed by now.

✔ Disassemble Large Furniture

Take apart:

• Beds

• Wardrobes

• Desks

• Tables

This reduces time and cost on moving day.

✔ Prepare Appliances

Defrost your freezer.
Disconnect washing machines.
Empty and clean appliances.

✔ Confirm Details With Your Removal Company

Double‑check:

• Arrival time

• Addresses

• Access instructions

• Any special items

📅 Moving Day Checklist

✔ Pack an Essentials Box

Include:

• Kettle

• Snacks

• Phone chargers

• Toilet roll

• Cleaning wipes

• Important documents

✔ Be Ready Before the Team Arrives

Have everything boxed and near the door if possible.

✔ Do a Final Walkthrough

Check:

• Cupboards

• Loft

• Shed

• Behind doors

• Under beds

✔ Lock Up and Take Meter Readings

Record gas, electric and water readings before leaving.

🏠 After You Arrive at Your New Home

✔ Direct the Removal Team

Tell them which room each box should go into.

✔ Check for Any Damage

Report issues immediately.

✔ Start With the Essentials

Set up:

• Beds

• Bathroom items

• Kitchen basics

✔ Update Your Address Everywhere

Complete your change of address list.

📍 Aberdeen‑Specific Moving Tips

🌧️ 1. Plan for Weather

Aberdeen weather is unpredictable — rain can slow down loading and unloading.

🚗 2. Watch Out for Parking Restrictions

City centre and Rosemount areas can be tricky.
Reserve space if possible.

🎓 3. Avoid Student Move‑Out Weeks

Old Aberdeen and Garthdee get extremely busy during:

• September

• December

• May

Prices rise and availability drops.

⭐ Why Use Aberdeen Move Masters?

Aberdeen Move Masters works with trusted, vetted local removal teams to give you:

• Fast quotes

• Fair pricing

• Reliable service

• Same‑day availability

• One point of contact

We make moving simple, stress‑free and affordable.

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