This checklist focuses on the mistakes that cause the most delays, added costs, and damage during a move. Each item is included because it addresses a problem movers report often, such as unclear box labels that slow unloading, poor weight distribution that causes boxes to break, or missed utility transfers that disrupt move-in day.
The checklist follows the order in which most moves happen, so tasks appear when they are easiest to complete, not after they become problems.
Moving Dos and Don'ts
Packing fragile pieces is a time-consuming but necessary process. Proper boxing is the difference between your breakables arriving at your new home in one piece or hundreds of small pieces.
Packing Fragile Items
What are the most common disputes associated with a moving company? Learn how to deal with and avoid these common issues.
Common Disputes with Movers
Some moving companies will not load plants on a moving truck. Plants are too easily damaged. You should prepare and move plants to your new location yourself.
Moving Plants
When planning a move, people often focus on large or high-value items. Smaller details are easier to overlook, but they still affect how the move goes. Movers need a clear picture of what they will face upon arrival. This helps them prepare and avoid last-minute changes.
What You Should Tell Your Movers
Looking for affordable movers or helpers? The moving price is important, but it’s even more important to hire a legitimate company. Moving scams do exist, and many innocent people have been cheated because of them.
Licensed Movers
A Storage Company Corner Of Hwy 1416 4th Ave, Gillette, WY 82716 307-686-6175
AAA Mini Storage 5600 S Douglas Hwy, Gillette, WY 82718 307-682-7806
AAA Powder River Storage 60 Night Train Rd, Rozet - Gillette, WY 82727 605-745-4378
Aace Self Storage Ft Road By Va Hospital, Gillette, WY 82716 307-672-2839
Antelope Butte Storage 1088 Robertson Cir, Gillette, WY 82718 307-685-8178
Anytime Storage 101 S Kendrick Ave, Gillette, WY 82716 307-682-6266
Apple Self Storage 1601 W 1st St, Gillette, WY 82716 307-685-8158
Beacon Self Storage 1375 Southern Dr, Gillette, WY 82718 307-686-9729
Best Secured Storage 401 W Walnut St, Gillette, WY 82718 307-682-4427
Djs Antelope Valley Storage 1601 Echeta Rd, Gillette, WY 82716 307-685-8158
Gillette Mini Storage 3805 S Douglas Hwy, Gillette, WY 82718 307-686-0073
Gillette Self Storage 507 N Commercial Dr, Gillette, WY 82716 307-682-1700
Lock N Load Storage 2201 E Boxelder Rd, Gillette, WY 82716 307-685-3204
Pak Away Storage Incorporated 3900 Collins Rd E, Gillette, WY 82718 307-682-0533
S & P Storage 3386 Bird Dr, Gillette, WY 82718 307-685-8158
SecurCare Self Storage 1150 W Warlow Dr, Gillette, WY 82716 307-696-4105
Southern Drive Self Storage 5266 Hitt Blvd, Gillette, WY 82718 307-685-2888
Stor-Wright Storage 1216 Elkhorn Dr, Wright - Gillette, WY 82732 307-464-1404
Stronghold Storage 1001 Energy St, Gillette, WY 82716 307-680-3497