Moving to Westwood, New Jersey
Did you know that your new home in Westwood is rated one of the best places to live in New Jersey? You’ve picked a city with a unique blend of urban and suburban culture that’s home to families, young professionals, retirees, and everyone in between.
At White Glove Moving, we want to make your move to Westwood, New Jersey, as simple as possible. That’s why we give you white-glove service from the first call to the final box. To make your move even easier, we’ll help you get to know your new home. Here is some basic information about Westwood city, local services, moving tips, and more.
Welcome to Westwood, New Jersey.
Update Your Address
When you find your new Westwood home, you want to tell all your friends and loved ones where you’re headed. Do you know which companies and services you also need to tell?
Once you know your new address, ensure you update relevant parties to avoid lost mail, missing bills, or service interruptions.
You should give your new address to
- Banks
- Loan providers
- Utility services
- Subscriptions
- Insurance companies
- The IRS
- The Social Security Administration
- Pharmacies
Each place likely has different processes for updating your address, so make sure you have proper documentation and enough time to work with each company you contact.
Here is the USPS office in Westwood, New Jersey.
216 Westwood Ave., Westwood, NJ 07675
Paramus MVC Inspection Center
20 W. Century Road
Paramus, NJ 07652
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission
8 Mill St. Lodi, NJ 07644
Find New Utility Services
As excited as movers are to head to Westwood, New Jersey, they need to take time to set up necessary utilities before move-in day. You should contact utility companies at least a week before you move to give their technicians time to turn on utilities before you arrive.
You’ll need to set up all of your essential utilities, including
If you’d like to set up cable or internet services so your home is completely ready, you should arrange for this, too. You can ask your realtor, new neighbors, or the previous homeowners for additional information about which utility companies to use.
Local Utility Companies
NJ Oil to Gas Conversion Experts - Gas Conversion Burners
Convert your oil boiler to gas and save. Serving Essex, Hudson, Union, Bergen, Morris, Passaic, Somerset & Middlesex Counties in NJ.
Make A List of Vendors
If you’re faced with a burst pipe or cracked tooth, you don’t want to waste time searching for people to help. If you prepare beforehand, you’ll already know who to call when disaster strikes. That’s why we recommend making a list of vendors throughout Westwood, New Jersey, to address all your home and personal needs.
These vendors aren’t just for emergencies, though. You’ll want to find dentists, hairdressers, doctors, and more who will help you look and feel your best. Start with popular vendors when making your list. You can always update it with new services or different vendors as you get more established in Westwood.
Here are a few local Westwood vendors to help you start your list.
Gold Medal Service — Air Conditioning, Heating, Plumbing, and Electrical
Hodges & Sons Plumbing & Heating
John Julius Electric, Inc
Supple Electrical Contracting LLC
Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical Center
250 Old Hook Rd, Westwood, NJ 07675
Register Kids for School
Are you moving with school-aged children? Don’t forget to get them registered in a Westwood, NJ, school. If you can, try to complete the registration process a week or so before moving day. This way, your kids can start at their school as soon as possible.
There are several public schools in Westwood, New Jersey. For a complete list, visit
https://www.wwrsd.org/.
Some private Westwood, NJ, schools are listed below.
Primoris Academy
120 Washington Ave, Westwood, NJ 07675
Zion Lutheran School
64 1st Ave, Westwood, NJ 07675
Saint Johns
460 Hillsdale Ave, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
Your four-legged family members need to feel at home in Westwood, too. Before moving, update pet ID tags and microchip information, pick up records from your previous vet, and refill any pet prescriptions you may need throughout the moving process. Dogs and cats can experience high stress during moves, so you may want to board them before, during, or right after your move to keep them out of the hustle and bustle.
Here are some local veterinarians and pet boarding facilities in Westwood, New Jersey.
Westwood Regional Veterinary Hospital
346 Kinderkamack Rd, Westwood, NJ 07675
Emerson Animal Hospital
371 Kinderkamack Rd, Emerson, NJ 07630
Pet Lodge and Day Spa
272 Cedar Ln, River Vale, NJ 07675
Hounds Town Hillsdale
550 Piermont Ave, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
Westwood Regional Veterinary Hospital
346 Kinderkamack Rd, Westwood, NJ 07675
Know Move-In Rules for Your Neighborhood
If you are moving into a gated community or a neighborhood with an HOA, you may need to follow specific parking rules. Check on these before moving day so you know if the moving van should be parked elsewhere.
Your new Westwood, NJ, home may be perfect for you and your family, but it may not be ideal for all your belongings. If some things can’t fit in your new space, consider renting a local storage unit. We recommend finding a storage company before you move, so you’re not scrambling to find contact info in the middle of your moving day.
Things to Do in Westwood, New Jersey
The best way to feel at home in Westwood, NJ, is to start exploring your new city. Find your new favorite restaurant, explore beautiful parks, or take a trip to the brewery to taste local wares. The more you find to love about this place, the faster it’ll feel like home.
Farmhouse Cafe & Eatery Westwood
301 Center Ave, Westwood, NJ 07675
Hanami Restaurant
301 Center Ave, Westwood, NJ 07675
Granita Grille
467 Broadway, Westwood, NJ 07675
5 Dimes Brewery
247 Westwood Ave., Westwood, NJ 07675
Mezzaluna Day Spa
333 Broadway, Westwood, NJ 07675
Pascack Brook County Park
150 Emerson Rd, Westwood, NJ 07675
