Ultimate Printable
Packing Checklist for House Moves in Nairobi
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Moving Date:
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Old Address:
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New Address:
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1. Packing Supplies Checklist (Gather These
First)
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Sturdy cardboard boxes (small, medium, large)
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Wardrobe boxes (for hanging clothes)
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Heavy-duty packing tape + dispenser
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Bubble wrap/packing paper/newspaper
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Furniture blankets/stretch wrap
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Permanent markers (black + colored)
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Colored stickers or labels for rooms
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Zip-lock bags (for screws, small parts)
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Scissors/utility knife
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Trash bags (for decluttering)
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Plastic sheeting (for rain protection in Nairobi)
Pro Tip: We supply
high-quality packing materials at affordable rates when you book our full
packing service.
2. Timeline – What to Pack & When
6–8 Weeks Before
(Start Here – Rarely Used Items)
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Holiday decorations & seasonal clothes
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Garage/storage area tools & equipment
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Books, photo albums, sentimental items
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Guest room / spare bedroom contents
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Off-season sports gear
4–3 Weeks Before
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Dining room: Fine china, glassware, decor
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Living room: Wall art, extra cushions, bookshelves
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Home office: Old files, paperwork (shred what you don’t need)
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Rarely used kitchen appliances & pantry items
2–1 Weeks Before
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Bedrooms: Off-season clothing, extra bedding
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Bathrooms: Extra towels & toiletries
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Kitchen: Non-daily utensils, cookware, small appliances
Last 3–7 Days (Pack
Last)
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Daily-use items only
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Keep “First Night Essentials Box” separate (see below)
3. Room-by-Room Packing Checklist
Kitchen
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Non-perishable pantry items (in small boxes – they get heavy)
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Rarely used pots, pans, baking trays
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Fine china, glassware & fragile items (wrap individually)
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Cutlery & utensils (tape drawers or pack separately)
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Small appliances (toaster, blender, etc.)
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Everyday dishes & cookware (pack last)
Bedrooms
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Off-season & formal clothing (use vacuum bags)
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Extra bedding & pillows
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Shoes & accessories
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Bed frames (disassemble & bag screws)
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Mattresses (wrap in plastic)
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One set of bedding per person (keep out until last night)
Bathrooms
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Extra towels & linens
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Non-daily toiletries & cleaning products (seal liquids in bags)
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Hairdryers, straighteners & accessories
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Medicine cabinet (check expiry dates)
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Shower curtains & mats
Living Room /
Family Room
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Wall art, mirrors & pictures (wrap carefully)
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Books, magazines & decorative items
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TV & electronics (photograph cable setup first)
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Remotes, chargers & cables (label clearly)
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Throw pillows & blankets
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Furniture (disassemble where possible)
Children’s Rooms
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Toys (pack in batches, keep favourites out)
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Books & school items
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Clothing & bedding
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Favourite stuffed animals or blankets (last to pack)
Garage / Balcony /
Storage
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Tools & hardware (group together)
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Sports equipment & outdoor furniture
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Gardening tools & supplies
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Bicycles, grills, etc. (drain fuel if needed)
Other Areas
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Laundry room supplies
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Entryway shoes & coats
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Any additional storage spaces
4. First-Night Essentials Box (Keep This With
You – Do NOT Load in Truck!)
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Toilet paper & wet wipes
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Toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, shampoo
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Medications & first-aid kit
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Phone chargers & power banks
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Clean bedding & pillows for everyone
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Change of clothes for next day
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Snacks, bottled water, instant coffee/tea
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Basic utensils, plates & cups
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Important documents (IDs, passports, moving contract, keys)
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Flashlight + extra batteries
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Cleaning wipes & trash bags
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Kids’ favourite toy / pet food & supplies
5. Smart Packing Tips (Quick Reference)
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Label every box on two sides with room + short description (e.g., “Kitchen – Fragile
Glassware”)
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Use coloured stickers for each room
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Keep boxes under 20–25 kg
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Wrap fragile items generously
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Take photos of electronics & valuable furniture before packing
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Remove drawers from furniture and tape them shut
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Pack similar items together
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Declutter as you pack – sell or donate what you don’t need
6. Final Checks Before Moving Day
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Utilities transferred (KPLC, water, internet, DStv)
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Change of address notifications done
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Fridge/freezer defrosted & cleaned
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Doors & windows locked at old house
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Keys collected for new house
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Childcare / pet care arranged
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Cash or M-Pesa ready for crew appreciation
You’re almost
ready!
Let
the professionals handle the heavy lifting. At Dial and Move Kenya, we offer
full packing services, secure transportation, unpacking help, and
short/long-term storage.
Get your free quote
today
Call or WhatsApp: 0726148038
Email:
[email protected]
Website: www.dialamover.co.ke
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serve all Nairobi areas (Westlands, Kilimani, Karen, Lavington, Syokimau,
Ruiru, etc.) and long-distance moves across Kenya.
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