Summer Moving Tips
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Summer Moving Tips
School’s out, the weather’s nice, and home buying season is in
full swing. No wonder summer is the hottest time for millions of Americans to
make their move. By preparing ahead of time, you can help make this adventure
as stress-free as possible.
Plan ahead - If you plan to use a mover, shop
around to get the best rates—check their credentials and policies, and make
sure they have a good rating with the Better Business Bureau. Fill out a change
of address form and notify banks, creditors, and utility companies of your
move.
Organize and purge - Take inventory and get rid
of any items you haven’t used in the past year. Plan a garage sale or donate
these to charity. You’ll reduce the total weight and the cost of your move.
Get plenty of supplies - Order boxes, tape, bubble
wrap, markers, and specialty containers including dish barrels and wardrobe
boxes. Chances are you’ll need more than you anticipate and you can eliminate a
last-minute trip to the store on moving day. Also, many places will allow you
to return unused supplies.
Pack carefully - Pack one room at a time
and label or color-code each box. Because of the summer heat and moisture,
reinforce the bottoms of all the boxes you pack by doubling up on the tape.
Wrap up electronics with bubble wrap or cloth. If you’re moving freezers or
refrigerators, be sure to defrost them. Secure drawers from opening during
transit. Label boxes with fragile items and place them on top.
Keep valuables close - Keep your jewelry,
medications, passports, and important papers close by to ensure they don’t get
lost. If possible, these items should travel in your car during the move.
Make a final walk-through - After you’ve packed, do a
final walk-through and get another family member to double check to make sure
you don’t forget anything. Also, lock all the doors and windows, and turn off
the lights.
Remember, moving days can be long and tiring. Make sure you stock a
cooler with snacks, bottled water, and refreshments to keep you energized and
help beat the heat!