Tips for Moving in the Spring

With the arrival of the spring, you might feel energized to act upon what was delayed during cold winter times. Spring is the right time to make a new decision happen. Weather is brighter, nature is waking up, and you are ready to make a new life for yourself. There are various advantages to moving in the spring. Rent prices are lower, there is more availability of moving companies, and the weather is mild. Moving is surely a bold step, and not rarely it is stressful enough to go through the process. Prepare ahead of time and execute everything as smooth as possible. 

Before you proceed to the moving itself, most likely you will go through the research on where your new home will be, which house you will choose, etc. This will depend widely on the lifestyle you are looking for. Luckily enough, many tips can help you find your new residence. Many people share bits of advice online on how to find a perfect home. You will easily find many allies here-by doing research on Google, joining groups on Facebook related to a new hometown, searching for local tourism sites and blogs, or you can view government city websites and blogs.

There are a few aspects to consider when preparing for your moving journey. Follow some of the tips below to help you get the best out of your spring move:

Book in advance

When you are finally ready for a new chapter, an important step will be finding the right moving company. You want your possessions to be transported safely, in a timely and professional manner. Booking early means that you will be able to choose exactly what you are looking for rather than choosing from what is left available at the given time. Earlier in the spring is a good time for moving. The closer to the summer, the busier the moving companies get. Early booking will also help you be gentle on your budget, as many moving companies have massive discounts for booking ahead of time. You can get a free price quote to help you plan your budget and minimize the cost of moving.

The right time for your spring moving

If you are moving with kids, probably you are worried about extra scheduling that you will have to deal with. You want the move to be convenient, but you also want what is best for your kids. You want to avoid them having any turbulence during their school year. Make it easier by organizing your move during the spring break. This will help you avoid a headache in the middle of a busy week between school classes and moving. 

Spring cleaning

Once you have the big move planned, you are ready for your next step – spring cleaning. This will refresh your entire home, and save the time later when it comes to packing. Start by cleaning only one area at a time. You might want to start with a room that has the most unused items. Who doesn’t enjoy getting rid of the clutter? Make categories by taking different boxes and marking them with “pack”, “trash”, or “pass”. The “pass” category should be the one with things you are sure you will no longer use but are in good condition to be thrown away. If you are into charity, you can donate those items. Go for quick research online to get more tips and ideas on how to make spring cleaning more entertaining and efficient.

Yard sale before moving in the spring

Now that your spring cleaning is done, you have those items that are marked as “pass”. Good enough that one man’s don’t-know-what-to-do with-item is another man’s treasure. Nowadays vintage and second-hand shops are as popular as ever because people enjoy the excitement of browsing through the randomness of this kind of sale. If you live in a neighborhood where you are familiar with most of the residents, you can even send some fun invitations. Let your friends know in advance about the pre-move garage sale. Check the forecast, choose one of the sunny spring days, put on some music, and get your possessions out in the yard. Go ahead and make some refreshments for your customers and make it all a fun experience for everyone. What’s better than shopping with music, good prices, and pink lemonade in your hand?  

Packing

At this time you should have only be left with the stuff that you need and will use in your future home. It might get overwhelming to pack a whole house and easily get confused with mixed boxes. So before you start, make a strategy and supply yourself with necessary items such as a sufficient amount of boxes and duct tape. If you care about the environment, you can even rent recycled boxes. Proceed with packing strategically, one room at the time. This will make it easier to organize the boxes, as well as to save a whole lot of time once you reach your new destination. 

Weather 

It might easily happen that the date of your move is the sunniest day of them all. However, as the spring is unpredictable, the rain might begin moments after the sunshine. Let this not come as a surprise to you and have your rain gear handy. Include a raincoat or an umbrella in the bag with things necessary for a trip. Wearing layers is also a smart move, as the temperature can drop or increase several times during one day. A shirt and a jacket are always an easy option, as you can wear a jacket around your waist in case you don’t need it. 

Any season has its pros and cons when it comes to moving. There is definitely more than one benefit to moving in the springtime. 

Dorothy & Martha moving company is here to be your perfect ally in your relocation. Wheatear you are moving near or long distance, our company got you covered. Get a free price quote ahead of time and get ready for your big move. Happy spring coming!