Tips for Moving in a Winter Wonderland

The prospect of moving in winter snow is daunting. Moving anytime of the year is a big job with so many details to cover. But add the cold wet wonderland of driveway snowdrifts and icy roads and you have one heck of a challenge.

When confronted with the task of moving during the snow season one should first consider whether you need to hire a moving company or you want your shot at being an ice road trucker. If you are leaning towards a self-move consider the size of the truck you will need and the conditions on the ground during your move. The bigger the truck the harder they slide.

Most auto insurance policies will not insure a rented moving truck that weighs over 1 ton, and most of them do. Therefore you will need to purchase insurance through the truck rental company. You may also have to rent and install snow-chains on the tires if the truck isn’t already equipped.

Another aspect to consider is the time and materials it will take to prep driveways, entryways and footpaths for the move. You will need shovels, ice picks and salt to clear and prep your path in and out of the house. In addition you will want to protect your carpets and floors from all that dirty slush being tracked in.

If you are going to hire help for your move know that a conscientious moving company will bring all the necessary tools and materials to clear and prep your pathways for safety. A slip and fall on your property could become your liability.

Exposure to extreme cold can be very damaging to virtually all your household items. Wood furniture can warp; glass can become brittle and shatter, so be sure to ask your moving company to wrap these items for protection from the cold.

Because weather conditions can change quickly be sure to set aside a box of winter weather apparel for moving day. Add to that box a change of dry clothes for each family member.

Good Stuff Moving has successfully moved thousands of families and businesses over the last 15 winters. In addition to expert winter moving Good Stuff Moving  can clear and prep your entryways and provides free carpet shields for all its moving service customers.

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