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Before the big move, make a list of all the major tasks and a flexible schedule of how you want the day to progress. Check in with your moving company at least two days before your move to discuss any final details and take stock of fragile pieces that need extra care.
Published: November 15, 2022
Before the big move, make a list of all the major tasks and a flexible schedule of how you want the day to progress. Check in with your moving company at least two days before your move to discuss any final details and take stock of fragile pieces that need extra care.
To prepare for your moving day, take care to have tarps or coverage on hard-to-clean floors, like carpet. During winter conditions, movers may be tracking water, mud, or snow into parts of the house as they go in and out, trying to get the job done quickly. Covering the floor can help minimize the need for carpet cleaning and other extra floor work after everything is out of the space.
Even more imperative is making sure your walkways are clear and ready to go before the movers get there. Shovel any driveway and sidewalk paths free of snow, put down salt to take care of ice, and make a generally hassle-free path from your front door to the moving van.
Before you have someone move your furniture, it’s always good to prep it for storage purposes, whether in a truck or long-term in a unit. Any pieces that can be taken apart should be so there is more space and nothing gets damaged from being loose, like shelves or drawers. Additionally, any fragile parts of the furniture that could get scratched or scuffed (like glass detailing or painted legs) should be wrapped up for safekeeping.
If you’re moving in with icy or snowy surroundings, any unprepared walkways or road conditions may cause even professional movers to stop abruptly for their own safety. If this causes your box of breakables to slide against the wall or moving van, your items will be safe if you’ve filled up the extra spaces in your boxes and wrapped things with extra secure materials. It helps to weigh out the pros and cons of different packing materials for your moving job.
Isolation during a move will minimize the opportunity for your pets to get injured, lost, or stressed. Determine an area of the house that can be off-limits on moving day and make sure it is comfortable with food, water, warmth, ventilation, and their favorite toys or blankets. Consult your veterinarian for additional recommendations specific to your pet’s health and needs.
Some people who move during the winter choose to turn off the heat in their house so that their HVAC system isn’t working too hard. If you decide to do this, ensure that some other amenities are prepared to keep everyone warm throughout the day. There are many ways to stay warm while working in the cold, such as offering hot beverages, keeping extra gloves, and even having a space heater in the bathroom to have one room that is a reprieve from the cold.
No matter the season, you can always rely on UNITS Moving and Portable Storage of Northern NJ for extra support while you move. Located in North NJ, we have storage containers available to help get the job done in the surrounding areas of New Jersey. We’re always happy to answer questions through our website or a phone call at any time. If you need help with a winter move, contact us today!
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