The holiday season has passed us by, but the winter months have not, and we’re still in for a stretch of cold weather and snowy conditions until we reach the peak busy moving season.
However, home moving happens year-round, and there are still people who need to complete home moves during the winter months. This presents an additional set of challenges from normal moving, as you’re working with the elements, cold temperatures, and the early setting sun that you wouldn’t normally experience during the summer.
Thankfully for you, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been moving people during the winter for nearly four decades, so we’ve picked up on the best tips to make moving day a success during this time.
Listen up!
Dress appropriately
Feels like a no-brainer, right? If it’s cold, you need to dress right! It’s much easier to shed a layer than add a layer, and staying warm throughout is important for your safety while you’re going from inside to outside during the move.
Stay locked in on the weather forecast
For those who live in cold-weather states, the only certainty about winter is that the weather can be unpredictable. It’s important to stay tuned into the weather forecast in your area leading up to your planned moving day so you’re able to do your best to prepare for whatever the conditions might be.
Check the status of all walkways
It goes without saying that snowy or wet conditions can have a major impact on walkways in and out of a home, which is why it’s extremely important to check on these before and during the move to ensure they’re cleared out for walking. This can go a long way in keeping anyone who is moving items to and from the house safe.
Protect your floors
After checking the walkways, it’s a good idea to take the necessary steps to protect your floors from the outside winter slush and salt being tracked in from outside. Utilize floor runners by all doors where people are coming into the house and lay them down to form a path to important areas where belongings are being centrally located during the move.
Prepare for early sunsets
One of the downsides to winter is the sun going down early, and this needs to be factored into your winter moving plans. The lack of light can add a new layer of difficulty to the moving experience, so make sure you take this into consideration when scheduling your move.
Hire professionals
The best way to bypass all of the tips above? Hire professionals like TWO MEN AND A TRUCK! We specialize in winter moving and can handle these moves with ease, saving you the stress and hassle of trying to figure it out yourself.
Call your local franchise today and see how we can help with your winter moving needs!
