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Winter is often an exciting time that’s filled with holiday cheer and the promise of a new year coming up. But for others, the winter months might include inconvenient snowstorms and blizzards.
With so much going on during the last few months of the year, the last thing you probably want to worry about is moving to a new place. But if you need to move during the winter for any reason, don’t stress out. Planning and executing a move during winter may not be ideal, but it’s still possible.
Plan Ahead of Time
Winter can mean unpredictable weather and can bring a lot of stress to your moving day, so don’t add more stress for yourself by procrastinating. Last minute packing and errands can also be more difficult if it is snowing outside. Planning ahead for your move can be as simple as making sure all of your belongings are organized properly, packed away, and labeled in the correct boxes.
If you’re hiring professional movers, confirm any details you can with them a few days in advance before your move. Setting expectations and having an organized plan going into your moving day will help you feel less overwhelmed and make everything more manageable.
Be Up to Date on the Weather
One of the most unfortunate parts about moving during the winter is that even if you are well prepared for your move, there are some things that can’t be controlled such as the weather. To be prepared in case there is unpredictable snow, rain, sleet, or other weather conditions, start checking the forecast about a week prior from your moving day to get a feel for how the day will go. After that, you should check the weather daily to stay updated with any forecast changes.
Prepare Your Car with Winter Essentials
If you live somewhere that sees a lot of snow during the winter, you probably already know it’s important to keep extra winter essentials with you. Some helpful winter essentials to stock up before your move can include winter hats, gloves, scarves, mittens, pocket hand warmers, extra winter jackets, jumper cables, and first aid kit for emergencies.
Clear Your Walkways
If there’s any snow on the ground, be sure to shovel a clear path for you and your professional movers. A good time to clear your driveway and other surrounding walkways are typically a day prior or even the morning of your moving day. Ice and snow can create unsafe conditions just for walking, let alone moving heavy furniture, lifting boxes, and packing your belongings in a truck. Shoveling will ensure both the safety of you and anyone helping you move.
Cover Your Floors
Snowy conditions during your move can lead to ice and snow on your brand-new floors, making a mess before you even have the chance to settle in. To keep your floors clean on the first day in your new home, cover them while you’re moving in. For carpets, use large cardboard sheets to catch and soak up any water from shoes or furniture items. Hardwood floors can be covered with large floor mats or plastic tarps that are taped down.
Moving in the Winter with Shleppers
Thinking about moving during the winter? Shleppers is dedicated to making your entire moving experience stress-free, from packing to settling into your new place. Trust the experts at Shleppers to handle your short or long-distance moves.
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