Ten Tips For Moving In The Winter

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Ten Tips for Moving in the Winter
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Moving in winter poses special challenges,
whether you're moving between two downtown high
rise condos in the same city or crossing the
country.
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Although the weather is far less conducive to the
hard work of moving, it can be cheaper to hire a
moving company at this time of year.
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Whether youre using a professional outfit or
relying on the kindness of friends, the following
are a few pointers for making the first day in
your new home as smooth as possible.
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Be Ready
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Be sure the new house is ready for the move
before you head over with all your belongings.
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Check that lights and plumbing are working and if
the weathers nippy, consider having the heat on
for a few days so its warm for the move-in.
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Clear the Snow
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Slipping on snow and ice can turn a simple move
into a disaster.
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Before you even start, make sure all walkways at
both old and new homes are clear ice or sand if
necessary. Keep shovels, salt and sand on-hand.
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Parking Considerations
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Whether youre using a moving company or getting
help from a gang of friends, be sure theres
adequate parking for the moving truck at both
locations.
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Parking at urban condos can be particularly
narrow, and this could mean a bit of negotiating
with new neighbors or the landlord if space is
tight.
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Protect Your Floors
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Winters snow, ice and salt are notorious for
dirtying up or even scratching some kinds of
flooring.
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Protect floors and carpets with big pieces of
cardboard or plastic sheeting for the big day.
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You can use duct tape if the floors can withstand
it, and small tacks work well on carpeted areas.
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Have a Plan B
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With the constant threat of winter storms,
theres always a chance that your move will have
to be rescheduled.
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If youre using a moving company, call and see
what their storm policy is, as some may want to
reschedule the move, meaning you cant move out
and new tenants or owners cant move in.
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Check with your landlord or real estate agent to
see if it would be alright to stay a few more
days.
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If you cant, you may have to arrange a few days
of temporary housing.
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Keep an Eye on Mother Nature
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If youre moving a distance, keep an eye on the
weather along your travel route, checking with
local authorities by phone or on-line if the
forecast is ominous.
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Scout out overnight accommodations in case you
need to make an unexpected stop.
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Prep Your Car
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Be sure your car is serviced and winterized, with
brakes and tires checked and fluids topped.
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If you have chains, be sure you know how to use
them, doing a trial run on installation in the
garage before you go.
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Carry salt or kitty litter in case you get stuck,
pop a snow shovel, water and blanket in the car
and be sure you have a gas can and roadside
assistance membership.
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Keep a List
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Your winter move emergency contact list should
include roadside assistance, highway patrol and a
number for road conditions.
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Be sure someone whos not on the moving trip
knows the route your taking and schedule a
call-in with them to be sure all is fine.
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Extra Clothes
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Not only do you want to stay warm and dry during
the move, youll want to be sure your helpers are
comfortable.
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Bring along a bag of gloves, hats, sweaters and
socks in case of changing weather or wet clothing.
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Feed the Gang
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Keep your moving pals warm and well fed by
keeping hot drinks and easy cold weather eats
like chili and instant soup mixes on hand along
with morning donuts and lunchtime sandwiches.
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Try to have a warm space in the house for
enjoying a tea break, and be sure to have mugs
and spoons along with paper cups and plates.
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510-8755 Email Will_at_WeKnowUrban.com