Winter Moving Tips

Moving at any time of year can be overwhelming, let alone when the temperature has dipped and the weather might not be completely cooperative. However, with the right professional moving company that has plenty of experience moving families and businesses in all seasons, you should have no problems, even in less than ideal conditions.

Winter is not a prime moving season. The spring and summer tend to be the peak of moving as families hope to get settled before school starts for children and the weather takes a turn for the worse. Winter does have some benefits as it is easier to schedule a moving company and, with less demand, comes more options for you and your family.

Mastodon Moving has years of experience moving residential homes and businesses in snow, rain, sleet, hail and even the most absurd of weather phenomena. We have moved families down the street and across the country and are prepared for whatever Mother Nature has in store for your moving day. In our experiences, we have gathered some tips to make it easier to move in the winter months. Here are a few tips to make your winter move go smoothly.

Protect Your Floors

Moving during the winter months can mean tracking in snow, ice, and de-icing chemicals that are used on walkways and stairs. Protecting your floors from these products and precipitation is of paramount importance to maintaining the health of the floors and the safety of the walkways to and from the moving trucks.

Something that Mastodon Moving does even in good weather is to prep the floors even before the first piece of furniture is moved. We use nonslip floor runners that are meant to safeguard your wood floors, carpeting, or tile flooring. It’s just one more way we treat your home like it is our own.

Prep the Outdoor Entrances and Walkways

While it is not ideal, moving on the day it snows does happen on occasion. Make sure your walkways, stairs, and entryways are free and clear or anything that could cause a slip and fall. The last thing you need on moving day is an injury. While you are preparing these areas, you may want to also make sure your personal car is cleared of snow and ice. We will take good care that our trucks are in good working condition, clean, and ready to face whatever weather may occur.

Rethink Home Heating on Moving Day

Many homeowners want to make others feel comfortable on moving day, so they turn the heat on especially if it’s cold outside. The truth be told, the doors to your home will be open and you are wasting the energy in heating the home. Our crew and you will probably be toasty warm just walking around, packing, and doing all the tasks involved in the process of moving.

Plan for Delays

If the weather isn’t great outside, chances are the traffic may be a little slower and heavier than normal. Plan for a slower than planned travel time to your new location. If snow is in the forecast just think about the potential backup and adjust your expectations accordingly. Some homeowners opt to reschedule a move if the weather looks extreme, but check with your movers before you make any plans.

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