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What do I need in my ‘grab’ bag for the full day I have in new home before removers arrive

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Mum5net · 25/01/2026 10:08

I’m going to preface this by saying the legal work is still precarious, so dates could shift… but I am supposed to sell and buy this week.
Plan A is that I move out on Friday and I get the keys to new place on Monday. Removers are expected to arrive first thing Tuesday.
I anticipate DH and I will stay in a hotel the Monday night, although we do have sleeping bags. DDog is not coming until Wednesday.
What do I need to have handy for Day 1 before our gear arrives?

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fndshalom · 30/01/2026 11:12

on my last move I had 24 hours before the movers got my belongings from storage. I had a box of cleaning items, hoover and mop. I also used the opportunity to rip up amd dispose of disgusting carpets. I also took off unwanted shelves and items I didn’t want. Sp for me a small tool box was really useful

Mum5net · 30/01/2026 18:44

So the grab bag is scissors, bottle opener, felt pads to add to furniture feet to slide furniture, toilet roll, measuring tape, wd40, hand soap, towels, bath mat plus tool box plus cleaning products plus vacuum and steam mop, paper cups and plates

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Mum5net · 30/01/2026 18:49

We departed house up north at 12noon after deep clean. Funds hit our solicitor account at 3.00pm. We then exchanged on property down south at 4,00pm. Now chilling at relatives.
Big drive tomorrow.
i like the idea of Rug Doctor or shredding carpets ahead of furniture.
Keys on Monday and removers arrive Tuesday

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StrawberryThief1930 · 30/01/2026 21:41

congrats @Mum5net you're nearly there!

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