How To Move House in Just Two Months – 2025 Guide

Moving house always feels like a mammoth task.

Between estate agents, solicitors, packing boxes, and endless phone calls to utility companies, it’s no wonder moving is considered one of life’s most stressful events.

But here’s the good news: if you’ve got two months to prepare, you absolutely can do this without chaos.

The key is breaking the move down into bite-sized chunks and sticking to a realistic timeline.

With the right planning and a professional removals team like GoodMove, you’ll be surprised how smoothly things can run.

This 2025 edition of our moving guide gives you a clear, week-by-week breakdown to keep you on track.

By the end, you’ll be ready to hand over the heavy lifting and look forward to life in your new home.

Week 1–2: Nail Down the Big Picture

The first two weeks are all about setting up your foundations. Once you’ve exchanged contracts or confirmed your tenancy end date, it’s time to make decisions.

• Confirm your moving date as soon as possible. If you’re buying, your conveyancer will help you lock this in. Renters should coordinate with landlords and check notice periods.
• Create a master moving checklist; something as simple as a notebook can keep you on track.
• Choose your removal company wisely. Get removal company quotes early. Compare at least three. Don’t just look at cost, ask about packing, insurance, storage, and memberships with trusted organisations like the British Association of Removers (BAR).
• Book essential services such as end-of-tenancy cleaners, skip hire, or storage units.

Locking these things down now frees you up to focus on the nitty-gritty later.

Week 3–4: Declutter, Donate, Digitise

Why move stuff you don’t actually want? Decluttering now saves you time, money, and hassle.

Think, new house, clean start! Moving is a great time to rid yourself of things you no longer want, use, or are damaged.

• Room-by-room purge: Work systematically, from the top to the bottom of the house. Loft first, then bedrooms and bathrooms and then down to the lower floors and finally the garden, shed and garage.
• Sell or donate: Ask yourself: Do I use this? Do I love it? Try Gumtree, Facebook Marketplace, or eBay for quick sales. Charities such as the British Heart Foundation collect larger items for free.
• Digitise paperwork: Scan and save important files to cloud storage. Shred anything you don’t need.
• Dispose responsibly: Check your local council’s bulky waste collection service or consider a licensed waste removal firm.
• Now is the time to start running things down in the freezer, which must be empty and dry before moving.

Decluttering now means fewer boxes later, and trust us, future you will be very grateful!

Week 5: Book Your Removal Company & Storage

By the end of your first month, it’s time to finalise your removals.

• Choose your removal company from the quotes you gathered earlier. Inquire about their insurance coverage, packing services, and whether they offer packing materials.
• Plan for storage if needed. If there’s a gap between moving out and moving in, short-term storage can be a lifesaver.
• Clarify logistics: Stairs, narrow access, parking permits, or oversized furniture, flag these in advance.
• Review small print: Ask about surcharges for awkward items or additional manpower.

Confirming your movers now gives you peace of mind and ensures you secure your preferred date.

Week 6: Utilities, Deliveries & Admin

This is where many movers trip up. Admin might be boring, but it’s the difference between moving into a fully functional home from the get-go, or one with no internet, heating, or running water.

• Notify your utility providers: gas, electricity, water, broadband, and council tax. Provide meter readings on the day you move out.
• Shop for deals: use Uswitch or Compare the Market to check if you’re on the best rates.
• Redirect post with Royal Mail. A 6- or 12-month service is affordable and prevents lost bills or sensitive documents.
• Update your details: banks, insurance providers, HMRC, GP/dentist, DVLA (driving licence and logbook).
• Book installations: broadband engineers, smart home devices, or white goods delivery. These can take weeks, so arrange them before you move in.

It is undoubtedly a pain, but get this sorted now, and you’ll walk into a home that’s ready for living, not camping.

Week 7: Pack Like a Pro

Packing is always underestimated. It will always take longer than you think, so get strategic and work better, not harder!

• Start with packing your non-essentials: books, off-season clothes, and decorations.
• Use strong boxes: double-wall cardboard boxes are worth the small extra cost. Wardrobe boxes can make moving clothes effortless.
• Label everything: note the room and a short description (e.g. “Kitchen – pans”). Write on the side of boxes, not the top, for visibility when stacked.
• Colour-code or number: assign colours to each room or number your boxes with an inventory sheet.
• Create a day box: fill it with a kettle, mugs, snacks, toilet roll, bedding, chargers, cleaning supplies, and any medication.

Packing smart now means unpacking later will be a breeze.

Better still, if time is slipping away with you, use GoodMove Removals, we do all the hard work for you.

Week 8: The Final Countdown

You’re in the home stretch. This week is about tying up loose ends and preparing for the big move.

• Do a final walkthrough of your property: check cupboards, loft, shed, and garden.
• Clean or hire cleaners: essential if you’re renting and want your deposit back.
• Meet your removal team: walk them through your home, highlighting fragile items, and confirm where everything is going.
• Keep valuables with you: passports, jewellery, important documents. Don’t let these disappear into a sea of boxes.
• Check your new home: ensure utilities are connected and working before your mover unloads.
• Prioritise essentials: beds, toiletries, and kitchen basics first.

Take a deep breath – you’ve made it to moving day.

Why Choose GoodMove for Your House Move?

Two months might sound like a short window to organise a move, but with structure and support, it’s absolutely achievable.

By breaking tasks into weekly chunks, staying on top of your admin, and trusting professionals to handle the heavy lifting, you can avoid the stress and chaos many people associate with moving.

With decades of experience in UK and international removals, GoodMove takes the stress out of moving. Here’s what sets us apart:

• Trusted and accredited: Members of the British Association of Removers (BAR).
• Nationwide, European and international reach: Whether across town or across the globe, we handle it.
• Comprehensive services: Packing, storage, insurance, and even customs support.
• Customer-focused: Friendly, professional teams who treat your belongings with care.

When time is tight, having GoodMove on your side is the smartest choice.

At the end of the day, you don’t just want to move, you want to move well. With GoodMove, you absolutely can.

Are you ready to start your move? Contact us for your free quote today!