The Ultimate St. Louis Spring Moving Checklist: 4 Weeks to Moving Day

Start with rarely used items and out-of-season winter items

Create "keep," "donate," "sell," and "discard" piles

Schedule donation pickups from St. Louis organizations like Habitat for Humanity ReStore or Vietnam Veterans of America

Plan a yard sale or list valuable items on Facebook Marketplace or NextDoor

Notify your landlord if you're renting

Begin researching schools if moving to a new St. Louis district

Start collecting free boxes from local grocery stores and retailers

Create a moving budget that includes potential spring weather contingencies

Purchase packing tape, bubble wrap, markers, and specialty containers

Consider humid spring conditions when packing sensitive items

Buy extra plastic bins for potential rain protection

Label boxes by room and contents clearly

Start with seasonal items, books, and decorative pieces

Pack spring/summer clothing you won't need immediately

Document valuable items with photos

Keep an inventory of packed boxes

File official change of address with USPS (can be done online)

Update your address for Missouri driver's license and vehicle registration

Transfer or cancel local St. Louis memberships and subscriptions

Pack room by room, leaving only essentials unpacked

Clearly label boxes containing spring cleaning supplies you'll want immediately

Disassemble furniture that won't be needed before the move

Set aside items that require special handling

Verify date and time with your St. Louis moving company

Check weather forecasts for your moving day

Arrange for childcare or pet care if needed

Make arrangements for moving plants (which thrive in spring but need protection)

Plan transportation for valuable or sentimental items you'll move personally

Consider humidity levels when packing electronics and wooden furniture

Request time off work for moving day and settlement

Pack suitcases with clothes and essentials for the first few days

Prepare a box of cleaning supplies for both homes

Create an "open first" box with immediate necessities

Complete most packing, leaving only daily-use items

Schedule disconnection of utilities at your current home

Arrange for utilities to be connected at your new residence

Set up internet and cable service for your new St. Louis home

Return library books and other borrowed items

Clean empty rooms as you go

Remove wall hangings and fill holes

Make minor repairs as needed

Begin deep cleaning empty areas

Strip beds and pack remaining linens

Defrost and clean refrigerator if moving it

Take final meter readings and photos for records

Secure windows and doors before leaving

Provide both addresses and your cell phone to the movers

Keep important documents and valuables with you

Do a final walkthrough of your old home

Be prepared for spring traffic around St. Louis, especially near highway construction zones

Check for any signs of winter damage or spring maintenance needs

Direct movers where to place furniture and boxes

Inspect items as they're unloaded for any damage

Begin unpacking essentials first

Set up beds and bathrooms first

Unpack kitchen essentials

Connect major appliances

Install window coverings for privacy

Locate nearest emergency services

Find essential stores in your new neighborhood

Introduce yourself to neighbors

Update your address on your ID and vehicle registration in person at a St. Louis DMV

Test air conditioning before hot weather arrives

Check for proper drainage around the foundation after spring rains

Locate lawn care equipment and supplies

Consider scheduling professional cleaning of air ducts after winter

Parking permits may be required for moving trucks in certain areas

Spring brings many university-related moves due to nearby Washington University

Consider Clayton's spring street cleaning schedule when planning your move

Be aware of narrow, winding roads that may challenge larger moving trucks

Spring landscaping in this upscale area means watching for service vehicles

Check if your new home's HOA has specific moving regulations

Larger lot sizes typically mean easier parking for moving vehicles

Spring wildlife is active in this more rural area. Inspect your new home accordingly

Be prepared for slightly longer drive times to urban amenities