How to plan a house cleanout before a move

Start with a keep list, then work room by room.

Label items that travel with you, items for family, and items that may leave. If other people share decisions about the house, agree on them before the removal date.

Check before the removal date

Photograph each room and make a short inventory of large items. This helps describe the load without guessing how many truck trips it needs.

Quick checklist

• Separate what stays from what goes.
• List the large or difficult items.
• Check the route from each room to the exit.
• Confirm the date and who will provide access.

For help with the work itself, see House cleanout. You can also prepare the details for an estimate.