There is no doubt about it that wintertime is one of the more difficult periods within a year to try and move. Many factors need to be kept in mind during the winter, plus having to move around and pack your belongings in the cold doesn’t help your case either. Most moves, whether it be long-distance, short distance, or even a business moving, are all in the summer months. It tends to be easier and far more predictable to move in the summer months thanks to the weather and the fact that it’s much warmer outside.
November through February are the months that tend to be off-peak for moving companies. This means that it can be fairly more affordable to move, and it’s far easier to find some reliable moving services to assist you in your journey. These tips will help you and your family out when moving during the winter season.
Keep your winter wear close
Whenever you’re packing up your belongings, you’ll want to make sure you know where all of your winter wear is located. This includes sweaters, hats, gloves, coats, and anything else to keep you warm during the move. You’ll want to make sure that you have all of your winter clothes readily available so it may be best to have those packed up last so you know where they are at all times.
Stock up on winter supplies
When it comes to winter weather, there is no telling when you may be stuck in the snow, in rain, or some type of nasty weather. You should always keep some items well-stocked in your cars such as a first aid kit, space blankets, salt, shovel, and an extra cell phone to call for help. While it may not be likely that you’ll be stranded in your car, you should always look for ways to be prepared in case an emergency hits.
Cover your floors
Whether it’s snowy outside, or all wet and muddy from the rain, you’ll want to avoid trailing that inside your home. To combat this, you can lay out some plastic tarp to walk on, a trail of cardboard, or even place everything outside on a tarp. It’s important that your floors stay protected so it’s best to try your best to avoid anything getting on them. It can be tricky achieving this during the winter months.
Make sure your utilities are turned off
Just right before you move, it’s best to get your utilities turned off at your old home and have the new home be fully functional with utilities. This also includes making sure that any storage units you were using get cleared out. The last thing you’ll want to deal with is arriving at your new home in the middle of winter and there isn’t any electricity. So it’s best to be sure that once you arrive, your new home is fully functional. It can sometimes take up to a couple of days, so be sure to plan out everything accordingly.
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