While the official first day of summer is still a few weeks away, the temperature around the country is already warming up, and it’s starting to feel like summertime! 

Warm weather means it’s the busy moving season for our TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchise moving teams, and all around the country, you can find TWO MEN AND A TRUCK movers out and about helping customers with their moving needs. With the good weather and kids being out of school, this is one of the best times of year to complete a home move, and our moving schedules are filling up fast.

If you’re planning a home move this summer, we’ve highlighted a few  tips to help you beat the heat and have a stress-free moving day!

Schedule Your Move Well In Advance

As we just mentioned, this is the busiest time of year for moving, so schedules fill up quickly. With this in mind, you’ll want to make sure to call ahead and get your move on the books well in advance of your preferred moving date. 

You can click here to get started on a free moving quote! 

Monitor The Weather In Your Area

Relaxing in the warm sun? Fun! Completing a home move in the heat and moving things around from one home to the next? Less fun. 

We all know that physical labor in the heat can be taxing on our bodies, and home moving is no different. Even when you hire professionals like TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, there is still a lot of moving from inside to outside as you get your old house cleaned out and moved into your new space.

Be sure to pay attention to the weather so you know what kind of heat you’ll be dealing with, and to ensure there aren’t any storms on the horizon that could impact the moving process.

Dress For The Weather

Continuing to build on the weather point, be sure to dress appropriately for moving day for comfort and safety reasons. Light, breathable clothing is ideal for this, as well as athletic shoes that will provide comfort and support throughout the day. 

Being dressed and ready for the occasion can go a long way in managing your stress levels, which is important! 

Have Snacks and Hydration On Hand

This is applies  to moves at any time during the year, but it’s especially important when it’s warm out. You need to stay hydrated the best you can, whether it’s through water or drinks with electrolytes. Snacks are important too, as they provide energy throughout a long day of physical activity. 

Have a cooler packed the night before with both items so everyone involved can quickly access their drink and snack of choice while they’re on the go.

Use Sunscreen

Sunscreen might be top of mind if you’re planning a beach day or hanging out somewhere on a boat, but it can be easily forgotten when completing a home move. However, it’s very important, as you’ll be in and out of the sun a lot moving from inside to outside, and that’s why you’ll want to apply sunscreen early in the morning and keep re-applying throughout the move to prevent sunburn.

For more moving tips on how to have a successful moving day or to find out how to get started on a free moving quote, click here!