Moving in the wintertime means missing out on the heat of the summer - a major benefit for many Midwesterners. However, moving furniture and other personal belongings in the freezing cold can require some extra planning. Here are four tips for mastering your move with as little stress possible.

Wintertime Moving Advice

1. Keep Seasonally Relevant Items Accessible

When moving in the colder months, it’s crucial to have access to items, like warm clothing, sidewalk salt, and shovels. No matter what stage of the move you’re in, keep these out to pack last or stash them in a personal vehicle so you can always get to them. Also, pack holiday items last so you can put them up at the new place right away. Feeling festive may help make the new house feel like home. 

2. Watch the Weather

Planning for a winter move means being ready to tackle moving furniture in the middle of a snowstorm if necessary. Keep an eye on the forecast so you know how to dress and whether you’ll need plastic or blankets to cover boxes and other belongings to prevent them from getting wet from falling snow.

3. Have Towels at the Ready

Moving furniture can be dangerous if it’s icy out, but slippery melted snow inside can also pose a danger. Have towels or carpet samples on hand to temporarily place on icy sidewalks or in the house to provide traction so you can safely carry items inside.

4. Hire a Moving Company

With the extra stress of moving in the winter, it’s best to leave this task up to the professionals. Pack everything the way you like it and let experts with years of experience do the heavy lifting, so you can be sure everything will go smoothly and everyone remains safe. 

 

When you’re ready to start moving furniture and getting your new home set up, call Big John Movers in Cincinnati, OH. Their team has been in business since 1969 and is ready to offer a free on-site estimate for your next big adventure. Call (513) 244-5646 or visit the website for information on their services in the Tri-State area, including disassembling and reassembling furniture, padding, strapping, and even last-minute, weekend, and holiday moves.