The holiday season is already a busy and often hectic time of year. Adding a move into the mix can cause you to feel overwhelmed and perhaps even experience an unhappy holiday. We’ve gathered a few handy holiday moving tips to make this time of the year as wonderful as possible.
Prepare for Your Move in Advance
To stay ahead of your festivities and celebrations, plan at least a month in advance to give yourself as much time as you need to prepare for your move.
Plan Ahead and Start Early
Moving doesn’t just impact your day-to-day when the holidays are around. There are extra chores and responsibilities to consider. Begin your holiday shopping well in advance to avoid last-minute stress. This early planning and prep allows time to find the perfect gift for your loved ones and wrap and store them away from other items that need to be moved. This ensures that your gifts remain a surprise for your loved ones.
Transport Gifts Yourself
Bringing holiday gifts in your own vehicle lets you keep track of them quickly and ensures you can unpack them immediately when you reach your new home. Just be careful if your move is a longer one. Some gifts do not travel well and may need to be ordered after you make it to your new place.
Share Your Move & Simplify Holiday Setup
Announce Your New Address
While sending your holiday greetings, include a brief note or announcement about your move. Use your new address on the return labels, and be patient during this time. This is a great way to share your exciting news and update friends and family during this jolly time of year.
Streamline Holiday Decorations
Instead of putting lights and other decorations up, pack them away in a clearly labeled box to use at your new home! This helps make the move more efficient and keeps your holiday items well organized. As an additional plus, once the holiday is over, your organization will make putting decorations away easier, making it easy to set up for years to come.
Stay Prepared for Winter Moving Conditions
You may face different or extreme weather conditions depending on where you’re moving from or moving to. Keep a close eye on the weather and stay prepared as weather conditions change throughout your move.
Prepare for Winter Weather Essentials
Keep winter gear–like snow shovels, ice scrapers, and warm clothing–accessible by packing them separately. This ensures they’re on hand if you encounter snow or icy conditions on moving day. You may also want to grab a good pair of boots and heavy-duty gloves to carry boxes from the car to your new home.
Clear Walkways for Safe Passage
Ice and snow can cause dangerous walking conditions, so clear snow and ice from walkways and driveways to ensure a safe moving day. Salting these walkways can also improve traction and reduce the risks of injury or accidents throughout your move.
Stay Weather-Alert
As previously mentioned, keep a close eye on the weather forecast for your current location and destination. Prepare to adjust your plans if dangerous or poor weather is expected to avoid issues with moving.
Ensure Comfort & Care on Moving Day
Schedule Utility Activation
Depending on the weather of your destination, you may want your heat to be activated and working when you return to your new home! Arrange for essential utilities–like electricity and heating–to be active on your arrival day. You won’t regret making your new home a warm, welcoming environment.
Prioritize Self-Care
Moving can be stressful and tiring, especially during the holidays. Take breaks and consider dining out or ordering simple meals. Prioritizing self-care helps keep stress levels down and allows for quality time with family during the transition during this festive time of year.
Following these tips can help make a winter holiday move much smoother, setting the stage for a joyful holiday season in your new home. Whether you’re looking for helpful tips or considering hiring a professional mover, we’re happy and ready to assist.
