The holidays are typically reserved for festive parties filled with family, friends and yuletide cheer. But unexpected events like a last minute job relocation or a house that needs to be sold quickly can lead to having to move during the holiday season. The good news is that there are some benefits to moving at the end of the year and also ways to make sure your relocation goes off without a hitch.
Moving during the holidays can definitely be cheaper because moving companies are usually in their low season. Make sure to check moving company’s websites for deals and discounts. And another added bonus of relocating in the off-season is that you won’t have to worry about movers being available. Therefore, you will be able to choose the ideal time and day of your move.
As far as the move itself, there are several ways to ensure that your holiday transition is as efficient as possible. One of the most essential things you can do to prepare for a holiday move is to make sure you give yourself a significant amount of extra packing time. Schedule your packing time before and around your holiday parties. One major way to save a huge amount of moving time is to prioritize your household items. Be absolutely relentless about deciding what truly needs to go with you to your next home and don’t hold back in donating and pitching unnecessary items.
Try to keep as regular of a holiday schedule as possible. Just because you’re moving doesn’t mean you can’t still be in the holiday spirit. As soon as you land into your new home, start hanging holiday decorations to get in a festive mood. Lastly, if you’re in a cold weather climate, make sure you schedule your move in as ideal weather conditions as possible. This specifically holds true for freezing weather and snowy moves.
If you need to ship furniture, art, antiques and electronics during your holiday move, make sure to visit Navis Pack and Ship to ensure that your fragile items get to its new destination safely.
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