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Home Moving Checklist Ghana – A Calm, Step-by-Step Guide (AA+ Movers)

Moving home is a big moment — full of decisions, emotions, and practical details. Whether you are relocating from an apartment in Cantonments, a townhouse in East Legon, or a family home in Airport Residential, a clear plan makes everything calmer.

At AA+ Movers, we’ve supported many families and individuals across Accra. We’ve learned that good preparation — even small things — can turn a stressful move into a peaceful transition.

This Home Moving Checklist is designed to help you stay organised, confident, and well-prepared.

1. Start early with a simple moving timeline

The earlier you begin preparing, the easier everything becomes.
A basic timeline looks like this:

2–3 weeks before moving:

  • Begin sorting items room by room

  • Decide what to keep, donate, or discard

  • Book your moving date

  • Notify your landlord or estate manager

  • Buy or request packing materials

1 week before moving:

  • Pack non-essential items

  • Set aside fragile items separately

  • Confirm elevator access (if in an apartment)

  • Arrange parking clearance with security

1–2 days before moving:

  • Finish most packing

  • Unplug and defrost freezers

  • Keep an essentials bag ready

  • Prepare fragile items and valuables

Moving day:

  • Keep pathways clear

  • Walk movers through your home

  • Double-check all rooms before departure

2. Declutter gently before packing

Decluttering makes packing easier and reduces costs.

Sort items into four groups:

  • Keep

  • Donate

  • Discard

  • Unsure

If you have items in good condition — clothing, household items, children’s things — you may choose to donate them to Village of Hope, an organisation very close to our AA+ family. Decluttering this way not only simplifies your move but also blesses others.

(If you wish to combine decluttering with your move, AA+ Movers can assist.)

If you’re planning a full move, our professional Home Relocation Services in Ghana provide calm support from preparation to delivery.

3. Gather the right packing materials

Quality materials protect your belongings.

You may need:

  • Sturdy boxes or AA+ 27-litre labelled crates

  • Bubble wrap

  • Packing paper

  • Mattress covers

  • Heavy-duty tape

  • Stretch film

  • Fragile stickers

Avoid using bags for fragile items — they offer no protection.

If you’d prefer professionals to handle everything, explore our
Packing & Wrapping Services.

4. Pack room by room to stay organised

Packing slowly and room by room prevents last-minute panic.

Start with:

  • Guest rooms

  • Storage rooms

  • Shelves and display units

  • Books and non-daily items

Then pack:

  • Kitchen items

  • Clothes and shoes

  • Electronics

  • Fragile items

  • Bathroom items

Always label boxes clearly by room, contents, and fragile status.

5. Prepare fragile and valuable items carefully

Fragile items such as glassware, china, picture frames, and décor pieces need time and gentle handling.

Tips:

  • Wrap each fragile item individually

  • Use double-layer bubble wrap

  • Pack plates upright like records

  • Cushion empty spaces with paper

  • Mark all boxes as “Fragile – This Side Up”

If you have delicate artwork, sculptures, or sentimental pieces, let the movers know. Our teams handle these items with extra attention.

6. Prepare appliances and electronics

Before moving day:

  • Unplug all appliances

  • Defrost freezers 24 hours prior

  • Drain water from dispensers

  • Remove TV wall mounts

  • Label cables and keep them together

Unsure what to do?
Our team can guide you or assist with safe handling on moving day.

7. Prepare the house for safe movement

A safe home makes the move smoother.

Check:

  • Driveway is clear

  • Gates open fully

  • Floors are dry and free of obstacles

  • Pets are secured

  • Children have a safe space

If you live in a gated estate, notify security one day before.

8. Keep a personal essentials box with you

Your essentials box should include:

  • Toiletries

  • Phone chargers

  • Towels

  • Light snacks

  • Basic medication

  • A change of clothes

  • Baby items (if needed)

  • Important documents

This box makes your first night in the new home peaceful.

9. On moving day — stay calm and walk the team through your home

Before loading begins:

  • Show movers which items are fragile

  • Inform them about access routes

  • Highlight dismantling needs

  • Keep valuables with you

  • Stay accessible for questions

A calm start leads to a calm finish.

For installations such as curtains, shelves, wall mounts or TV setups, consider our
Relocation Handyman Services.

10. If you’re moving because of a property purchase or rental…

Many relocations happen because families are:

  • upgrading

  • downsizing

  • purchasing

  • relocating closer to work or school

If you’re searching for property, our sister company SPHYNX Properties offers calm, independent real estate advice, especially for gated communities across Accra.
Visit: https://sphynx-properties.com

📋 Quick Printable Checklist

Before Moving Day:

  • Sort items room by room

  • Donate items in good condition

  • Buy packing materials

  • Confirm moving date

  • Arrange elevator/parking access

  • Pack non-essentials

  • Label all boxes

  • Defrost freezer

On Moving Day:

  • Clear pathways

  • Secure pets and children

  • Walk movers through your home

  • Protect fragile items

  • Carry essentials box

  • Do a final walkthrough

“Over the years, we’ve helped many families and individuals move smoothly across Accra. Every home is different, and every move has its own story. If you ever feel unsure or overwhelmed at any stage, just call us. We’ll guide you calmly, step by step.”
— Leon Auguste, AA+ Movers Ghana

Speak with our team via the Contact AA+ Movers page.