The Ultimate Moving Checklist for Virginia Residents

Everything You Need to Update When You Move to a New Home

Moving is exciting—but it also comes with a surprisingly long to-do list. Between packing boxes, scheduling movers, and setting up utilities, it’s easy to forget important tasks that could create headaches later.

Whether you’re moving across town or across Virginia, this moving checklist will help make sure nothing slips through the cracks.

Before You Move in Virginia

Submit a Change of Address with USPS

One of the first things you should do is forward your mail.

The United States Postal Service makes it easy to submit a change of address online.

Official USPS Change of Address:
USPS Change of Address

It’s best to complete this at least a week before your move to help ensure your mail follows you.

Schedule Your Utilities

Contact your utility providers to:

  • Electricity
  • Water and sewer
  • Natural gas
  • Internet
  • Cable or streaming services
  • Trash collection

Schedule shut-off at your old address and activation at your new one so you’re not left without service on moving day.

Update Your Insurance Policies

One of the most commonly forgotten items after a move is your insurance.

Even if you’re staying in Virginia, your insurance company should know you’ve moved because your address can affect:

Your new home may also need different coverage depending on its:

  • Age
  • Construction type
  • Roof
  • Square footage
  • Whether you have a pool, detached garage, or other structures

If you’re buying a home, don’t wait until closing week to start shopping for homeowners insurance.

At Holley Insurance, we’re happy to review your coverage to make sure your new home—and everything inside it—is properly protected.

Moving Day

Keep Important Documents With You

Don’t pack these in the moving truck.

Carry them with you:

  • Driver’s license
  • Passports
  • Birth certificates
  • Social Security cards
  • Insurance documents
  • Closing paperwork or lease agreement
  • Prescription medications
  • Checkbook

Photograph Your Belongings

Before the movers arrive, take photos of valuable furniture and electronics.

If something is damaged during the move, having “before” photos can make the claims process much easier.

After You Move in Virginia

Update Your Virginia Driver’s License and Vehicle Registration

If you’ve moved within Virginia, state law requires you to notify the Virginia DMV within 30 days of your address change. You can update your address online, and if you wish, order a replacement driver’s license showing your new address.

Helpful links:

Update Your Voter Registration

When updating your address through the Virginia DMV, you’ll also have the opportunity to update your voter registration information.

Update Your Employer

Make sure Human Resources has your new address so:

  • Payroll records stay current
  • Tax documents (like your W-2) are mailed to the correct address
  • Employee benefits remain accurate

Update Your Banks and Credit Cards

Don’t forget to update:

  • Bank accounts
  • Credit cards
  • Investment accounts
  • Retirement accounts
  • Loan providers

This helps prevent fraud alerts and ensures important documents reach you.

Update Your Subscriptions

Remember to change your address for:

  • Amazon
  • Meal delivery services
  • Prescription deliveries
  • Magazine subscriptions
  • Pet supply deliveries
  • Online shopping accounts

Notify Your Healthcare Providers

Update your address with:

  • Primary care physician
  • Specialists
  • Dentist
  • Eye doctor
  • Pharmacy
  • Veterinarian

This ensures appointment reminders and medical records go to the right place.

Register Children for School

If you’re moving into a new school district, complete enrollment as early as possible and request records from your previous school.

Check Your Home Safety

Once you’re settled in, take a few minutes to:

  • Test smoke detectors
  • Test carbon monoxide detectors
  • Change exterior door locks (if you purchased the home)
  • Locate your water shutoff valve
  • Locate your electrical panel
  • Replace furnace or HVAC filters
  • Check fire extinguishers

These simple steps can help protect your family and your home from unexpected emergencies.

Don’t Forget About Your Insurance

Moving is the perfect time to review your insurance—not just because your address has changed, but because your life may have changed too.

You may want to:

  • Increase your homeowners coverage
  • Update your personal property limits
  • Add valuable jewelry coverage
  • Bundle your home and auto insurance
  • Consider umbrella insurance
  • Protect your family with life insurance

A quick insurance review can help make sure you’re protected before life throws you a surprise.

Need Help Protecting Your New Home?

Whether you’re moving into your first apartment, purchasing your dream home, or relocating across Virginia, the team at Holley Insurance is here to help.

We’ll review your current coverage, explain any changes your move may require, and help you make sure your new home is protected from day one. Request your complimentary proposal here.

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