2026-03-15
Moving House in Christchurch: The Essential Checklist
From South Eyre Road to North Canterbury — a practical moving checklist from Mike Moon's 38 years of moves.
Moving house across Christchurch or up to Rangiora and Amberley? After 38+ years and countless households, Mike Moon shares the checklist that prevents last-minute chaos.
4 Weeks Before
Book Moonies Movers — call 027 474 8717 or email mooniesmovers@gmail.com. Declutter: donate, sell or recycle what you won't need. Gather quality boxes — books go in small cartons.
2 Weeks Before
Start packing non-essentials (books, off-season clothes, décor). Label by room — e.g., "Kitchen — Fragile". Note meter readings and redirect mail.
1 Week Before
Confirm details with Tracie — pickup, drop-off, parking/access, and whether you want pre-packing help. Pack an essentials bag (chargers, toiletries, tea, bedding).
Moving Day
Our highly trained team blankets and straps furniture, then Mike master-stacks the blue truck for a safe, efficient run to your new home.
Need packing or cleaning help? We offer pre-packing & unpacking, decluttering, cleaning and gardening as add-ons. Based at 1620 South Eyre Road.
Ready to book your move?
Call 027 474 8717