Moving to Scranton, PA: Storage & Moving Checklist
Moving to Scranton, PA: Storage & Moving Checklist
UrbanLock Storage
May 1st, 2026
Relocating to Scranton or anywhere in Northeastern PA? A little planning makes the move far less stressful. Here is a simple checklist, plus how self storage can bridge the gap between move-out and move-in.
4 to 6 Weeks Before
- Declutter and donate what you will not bring
- Get quotes from movers or reserve a truck
- Reserve a storage unit if your move-in and move-out dates do not line up
- Use the size calculator to pick a unit
1 to 2 Weeks Before
- Pack room by room and label every box
- Confirm dates with movers and the storage facility
- Set up utilities at your new NEPA address
- Change your address with USPS
Moving Week
- Keep essentials and documents with you
- Load heavy items low and leave an aisle in your unit
- Take photos of valuables before they go into storage
Why Store in Scranton During a Move
UrbanLock Storage sits just off I-81 and I-476, a convenient stop whether you are moving into the city or the nearby towns of Dunmore, Taylor, Old Forge, or Clarks Summit. Drive-up, ground-floor units and month-to-month terms make it easy to store for a few weeks or a few months. Fully fenced and gated with 24/7 cameras and daily access 6 AM to 10 PM.