Why is a Moving Timeline Important?
A moving project can descend into chaos without proper planning. This is especially true for individuals and families living in Ankara who are planning to move soon. timelinePlanning is the cornerstone of organizing the entire process. For both personal and professional moving, a step-by-step time plan helps reduce stress, prevent unexpected expenses, and make moving day more efficient.
Based on the Exp Tıkla Taşın team's more than ten years of experience in Ankara moving services, this guide will explain how to create a moving timeline and what to pay attention to at each stage.
Before the Move: Preparations 6-8 Weeks in Advance
Invite them to explore your home or office.
The first official step in moving is contacting moving professionals. Teams that handle moving services in different districts of Ankara (Çankaya, Yenimahalle, Keçiören, Etimesgut, Gölbaşı, Eryaman), on-site exploration By doing so, they can offer you a more reasonable proposal. During this exploration:
- The volume and weight of the items to be moved are calculated.
- The width of the staircase and whether there is an elevator are checked.
- Mobile components that may cause difficulties between doors are identified.
- Items requiring special transport (pianos, antiques, safes, etc.) are identified.
You can get a quick preliminary assessment by sending your photos to the Exp Click & Move team via WhatsApp.You can contact us at +90 538 597 98 79. The survey is completely free, and you will receive a written quote.
Choose a moving company and sign the contract.
After an inspection and receiving a quote, the most suitable professional moving service is selected. When making your choice:
- Insured transportation Check the scope
- Learn about the terms of service and the delivery receipt procedure.
- Understand the payment plan and money-back guarantee.
- Don't forget to inquire about additional service options such as urgent/weekend/overnight moving.
Before the move: 4-6 weeks in advance
Create Inventory List
Identify each item to be moved, room by room, with a list. Use Exp Click & Move. numbered parcel systemEach box is numbered to indicate which room it belongs to and which item it contains. This saves time on moving day and makes it easier to find items quickly.
In your inventory list:
- Furniture (wardrobe, bed, sofa, table, chair)
- Kitchen appliances (refrigerator, oven, dishwasher)
- Electronic and computer equipment
- Libraries, decorative pieces, works of art.
- Antiques or valuable items
Listing them would be helpful.
Make Sales, Donation and Classification Decisions
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Before the move: 2-4 weeks in advance
Start Packaging Job
You can start packing gradually 3-4 weeks before the move. If you are not using Exp Tıkla Taşın's professional packing service and are doing it yourself:
- For fragile items (glass, porcelain, electronics) corner protector And bubble wrap use
- Choose kraft paper for bulky and heavy items.
- Write the room and contents information on the outside of each box.
- Prepare heavy boxes so that they do not exceed 15-20 kg.
Professional packaging minimizes the risk of damage and saves time.
Notify me of your Internet, Electricity, and Water Subscriptions.
At its old and new addresses:
- Inform your internet provider of the move date.
- Disconnect the electricity and water companies and have them reconnect them at the new address.
- Notify banks, insurance companies, and other institutions of your address change.
Before the move: 1-2 weeks beforehand
Give a warning about personal belongings.
In Ankara's heavy traffic Moving planning is a delicate matter.For the transport of special items (such as pianos, antiques, safes, aquariums, etc.), please inform our professional team in advance. Exp Tıkla Taşın has an experienced team in disassembling, specially packaging, and reassembling such items.
Communicate with the Building Manager and Neighbors
On moving day, inform the building management. If you will be using the elevator/external freight elevator, coordinate access permission and time slot. This communication is critical in high-density residential complexes in Ankara.
Items that Need to Be Packed
One week before moving:
- Pack all the items you don't use daily.
- Pack libraries, decorative pieces, and artwork.
- Antique and fragile items with the numbered package determine
Moving Day: 3 Days Before the Move
Perform Final Checks
Three days before moving:
- If you have hired a professional packing service, ensure final coordination with the team.
- Identify the items left behind in your old home/office.
- Mark your water meter, electricity meter, and gas meter on the schedule for inspection.
- For refrigerators, air conditioners and white goods. Apply the preparatory procedure.
Inform the team on moving day.
Make final contact with the moving team one day before the morning of the move. Considering the traffic congestion in Ankara, confirm one last time whether a mobile external cargo lift is necessary.
Moving Day
Start early.
On moving day, if you've pre-arranged a specific time for the team's arrival, be ready at that time. Exp Tıkla Taşın's team is professional and committed to punctual delivery. Working hours are from 09:00 to 19:00, but weekend or overnight moving options are available if you have an urgent move.
Prepare the Delivery Receipt
Before the move begins, with the moving team delivery receipt Check this document. This record which items were taken from the old address and which items were delivered to the new address. Under insured transportation, this document is critical in case of damage or loss.
- Check the packages by number.
- Identify heavy furniture by brand.
- Review all items before signing the delivery receipt.
Give us a tour of the place.
Before the team begins moving, clearly show them the rooms and where each box belongs. Using a numbered box system will make this process much faster.
After Moving
Plan Cleaning and Renovation
After moving, it's necessary to check if your old house is empty. Click to Move (Exp). Post-move cleaning, empty house cleaning and disinfection. They also offer cleaning services. You can get help from a professional cleaning team to ensure your new home is ready to use immediately.
If necessary painting, plastering and renovation Services can also be provided.
Unpack and Check Items
At the new address:
- Open the boxes numbered and distribute the items to the correct rooms.
- Check the assembly of mobile components (wardrobe, bed frame, tables).
- Test electronic devices (refrigerator, air conditioner, household appliances).
- Remove antique and fragile items after checking for damage.
Hand over the old address.
After completely vacating your old home/office, hand it over to the building manager or landlord. Don't forget to check the water, electricity, and gas meters and disconnect the subscriptions.
Result: A Successful Move with a Schedule
A successful move in Ankara, It requires a planning process that begins 6-8 weeks in advance.By creating a step-by-step timeline, conducting a survey and obtaining a written quote, selecting a professional moving team, and coordinating at every stage, clients experience a move free from stress and unexpected problems.
As Exp Tıkla Taşın, we provide transportation services in all districts of Ankara (Çankaya, Yenimahalle, Keçiören, Etimesgut, Gölbaşı, Eryaman) and intercity transportation. It can be found on Google Maps. We are located in [location]. You can trust us to create your timeline and request a free consultation. You can check out our successful moving projects on our Instagram page..
For any questions, you can contact us immediately via WhatsApp at +90 538 597 98 79.