{"id":3930,"date":"2022-12-15T00:00:49","date_gmt":"2022-12-15T00:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unitsstorage.com\/southeast-ma\/?p=3930"},"modified":"2023-02-27T13:29:09","modified_gmt":"2023-02-27T13:29:09","slug":"tips-for-moving-in-the-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unitsstorage.com\/southeast-ma\/tips-for-moving-in-the-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Moving in the Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter moving can be a smart financial decision and a successful transition with the right planning and working with UNITS of Southeast Massachusetts. The winter season is slower for house hunting, which means you can find a deal on a new home or apartment and save money on moving costs. However, winter weather can present challenges, such as slippery sidewalks and dark evenings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Here Are Some Tips for a Successful Winter Move:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Keep an eye on the weather and traffic reports. Make sure to check for any forecasted storms or unusual temperature changes that could affect your move.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Keep winter essentials, such as a shovel and ice scraper, easily accessible. You don&#8217;t want to be digging through boxes to find these items in the event of a sudden storm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dress in layers to regulate your body temperature. Packing and moving boxes can be physically demanding, and you may start to warm up as you work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Start early to take advantage of the most daylight hours. The days are shorter during the winter, so it&#8217;s important to make the most of the available sunlight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Clear any snow or ice from the walkways, driveway, and loading lanes at both your current and new locations. This will make it easier and safer for the moving truck to access your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Contact the local utility company at your new home to make arrangements to have services up and running before your scheduled move-in date. This way, you can heat your new home ahead of time and make it more comfortable for your arrival.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Protect your floors with plastic tarps and floor mats to keep them clean and dry during the move.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Hire a professional moving and storage company like UNITS to assist with your move. Our drivers are trained to handle the moving truck in winter weather conditions and will ensure that your belongings are safe during transit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Keep a towel handy to wipe down boxes and furniture that might get wet from snow or dirty with slush.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Remember to clear the driveway and pathways (or hire someone to do it for you) at your new location as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving during the winter can be a smooth and successful process as long as you have the right moving company and proper planning. If you&#8217;re preparing for a winter move, don&#8217;t hesitate to reach out to<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/unitsstorage.com\/southeast-ma\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UNITS Moving and Portable Storage of Southeast Massachusetts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for an estimate and professional assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Winter moving can be a smart financial decision and a successful transition with the right planning and working with UNITS of Southeast Massachusetts. The winter season is slower for house hunting, which means you can find a deal on a new home or apartment and save money on moving costs. 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