Summer is here! The busiest moving season. Overall, summer is a great time to move because of the long daylight hours, and the kids being out of school.
However, issues such as extreme heat and inclement weather can make the process more difficult, especially in South Florida. Shamrock Moving & Deliveries has helped people move for years, whether it was in the winter, summer or rain. Lets take a quick look at some summer moving tips you should consider when moving during the summer months and how you can plan your move the best way possible.
Start your day early
Before the temperatures rise, plan to begin the day in the morning. This will not only help you avoid heat exhaustion but also motivates you to start your day early.
When you’re doing heavy exercise in summer, it is best to wear lightweight clothing. Loose and light clothing are always the safest bet. Packing up your home, leave some of the most comfortable fabrics out for moving day. These include cotton, linen, chambray and chambray. Choose lighter colors that will reflect the sun rays to keep you cool. Other summer essentials include sunglasses, hats and sneakers.
Make a plan for pet care
Along with making sure that your family is well cared for, you’ll also want to ensure your pets are kept cool in the summer heat. Make sure your pets are in a shady or air-conditioned place, have enough water and follow general summer safety.
Hydrate and take frequent breaks
Dehydration is one of the hazards of moving during the summer heat. On moving day, keep a few bottles of cool water on hand. This is true even if you have to leave a cooler out in your last minute items. Spend some time indoors or in the shade. Some health organizations recommend 15-minute breaks every 20-30 min. Do not wait until you start to feel unwell, or experience heat exhaustion symptoms.
Don’t forget your movers
When planning your moving day, don’t forget to include your moving company. Be sure to have extra water bottles on hand, and watch out for signs of exhaustion or heat illness. Even though movers have experience working in all kinds of weather conditions, it’s always nice to ensure that your packers and movers are taken care of.
Plan for Extreme Weather
Summertime in South Florida is marked by severe thunderstorms, as well as other unfavorable weather conditions, such as flooding, hail, damaging wind, and even hurricanes or tornadoes. Plan ahead in case of a sudden pop-up storm or a rainy, long day.
Switch on your utilities.
This is a good idea, but it’s easy for us to forget. In the summer, it is important to make sure that your utilities are turned on and set up. Summer moves require water, electricity and cooling.
Book movers as early as possible. The summer is the most popular moving season, so everyone will be competing to get the same time slots. Contact the local moving company as soon as possible to secure your preferred moving date and time. You should schedule your move as soon as possible, the less flexible you are with your moving date. You should contact a moving firm at least 12 weeks before the move.
Take into account both locations
When planning your summer move, it is easy to overlook the fact that you have to take two places into consideration. You will need to consider the weather in both your starting point and destination if you are moving across country. In the event that you’re moving to an area where it rains, make sure to pack rain ponchos. Also, keep water and some light snacks on hand.
Help with specialty items. You may need help moving your car or other specialty items such as antiques, pianos, golf cars, etc. Moving in the summer is not only difficult for these items, but it can also be a challenge. Moving and packing professionals are trained to move specialty items in any weather condition. You may think that you can move the items yourself, but it is worth it to hire a professional moving company.
Finding a Moving Company to Help You Move This Summer
While we hope these Summer Moving Tips helped prepare you for your move, get the most out of your summertime moving with the help from the professionals. Shamrock will make your South Florida area move as stress free as possible. Have questions? Call Shamrock Moving & Deliveries for a no-obligation, free moving quote .
