Are you thinking about moving during the fall? Then you should know that this is probably one of the best decisions you could have made, whether you’re relocating for school, moving for love, or a new job. There are so many advantages of deciding against moving in the summer or relocating in winter and planning your move during autumn.
Advantages of Moving During the Fall
One of the biggest reasons why people choose to move once the summer is over is due to lower prices. The months from June to September are a peak period for movers, which also means that the costs of long-distance moving services are higher. As soon as the peak period is over, prices go down as well.
Aside from low prices, getting a move-out and move-in date and time that fit your schedule will be easier due to the simple fact that movers won’t be as booked as before. This means that organizing the whole thing while maintaining your regular routine will be easier.
If you are relocating with school-age children, it’s just one more reason to make this decision. They will spend most of their days in school during the relocation process, which means that they’ll be out of the way of movers and you won’t have to worry too much about them. Finally, mild weather makes the whole process all the easier. It’s neither too hot nor too cold to move during the months of September, October, and November.
Avoiding the Tax Season
You might still be wondering what makes fall a better time to move than spring. Spring is still not the peak period for movers, and the weather is neither too hot nor too cold to move. Plus, the school year is still not over. However, there’s one thing that makes a relocation in the spring a little more difficult – tax season. The filing deadline is right in the middle of spring, which means you will likely be too preoccupied with this to have the time to prepare for a move.
So you’ve decided that autumn is the best time to move into a new home. If that’s the case, there are some tips and tricks you should keep in mind to make the most of your move.
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Prepare for the Season in Advance
Fall is a relatively volatile season in terms of weather, which means you will have to pack wisely. Once you’ve reached your new home, you should be able to unpack the things you’ll need right away first. We suggest that you start by getting rid of the summer items you won’t need, such as old swimsuits or towels that probably won’t make it till next year.
Pack Your Summer Things First
Having a specific order of packing is pretty important in any relocation. As a rule of thumb, you should always first pack the things you won’t use for a while. In this case, those things are your summer clothes, beach towels, sunscreen, and so on. Box those and then move on to the items you’ll likely need sooner, such as your winter clothes.
Leave out your warmer clothes and pack summer one
Consider Using a Storage Unit for the Move
Keeping your belongings in a storage facility during the relocation can make things significantly easier for you. By renting out a storage unit, you will be able to get the things you don’t need out of the way while you pack and prepare for the move. Ask your chosen movers whether they provide storage services.
More Tips for a Fall Move
Now that we’ve covered the basics of relocating in the autumn, we’re pretty sure you’ll be able to make the most out of your relocation. However, there are a few more good tips we’d like to offer.
Get a Dolly and Other Equipment on Time
Don’t wait for the last moment to find moving supplies and equipment for your relocation. Some of the things you’ll need include:
- Boxes. Try to get as many boxes as possible of various dimensions. This will make it easier to pack items of different sizes.
- Specialized boxes. Depending on the number and kind of fragile objects you have in your home, you may need to buy specialized boxes for glasses, dishes, mirrors, fine china, and so on.
- Bubble wrap. To properly protect your breakables, you will need a few rolls of bubble wrap.
- Plastic wrap. Plastic wrap is there to protect your items, but also to keep everything together.
- Packing paper. Use packing paper to fill in the empty spaces inside your boxes, as well as to provide protection between two items.
- Lifting straps. Lifting heavy objects such as furniture or grandfather clocks is much easier when you use lifting straps.
- Duct tape. Of course, duct tape is a necessary piece of equipment when packing for relocation.
- Dolly. To move heavier items around safely, we suggest that you buy or rent a dolly.
Aside from all the packing materials and equipment, you will also need a rake or a leaf blower to clear the path for movers on your move-out and move-in days. In addition to this, make sure you dress appropriately for the weather. In other words, dress in layers. Unless this is a local move, your trip to the new home is bound to take a while, which means the temperature will probably change a bit during that period.
Don't forget about the supplies when relocating
Delivering Your Belongings from the Storage Unit
Once you have moved in and in the process of settling down, it is time to fetch the things you left in the storage unit. Ask your mover whether they offer transport from the storage unit. Make sure your new home is ready for another round of boxes and unpacking, as well as that you have enough space to store all these incoming items.
