Moving Tips in Rainy Season

No matter what season it may be, moving is always a demanding activity. However moving during the rainy season presents even more daunting challenges. Apart from likely damages to your furniture and other belongings, rains pose a huge threat for accidents as well. 

Here are some important tips to keep in mind when relocating in a rainy season –

Protect accidents and injuries – Slip and falls accidents are very common during the rainy season and the first thing that you need to take care of is the safety of your own, as well as of the movers. It is necessary to wear footwear with a firm grip and make sure that you do not have to move too frequently outside for loading your belongings. If your loading requires moving up and down outdoor staircases, it is advisable to wear gloves that allow you a firm grip on the bars. In order to prevent slip accidents, it is important to cover the tiled area around the front door with blankets, towels and mats.

Shield your furniture – Carefully cover your furniture with plastic sheets and firmly tape it to protect it from getting drenched in the rain. Getting wet can lead to irreversible damages to your precious upholstery, furniture, paintings and other belongings.

Prepare your porch and driveway – Dust-covered driveways can become slippery and often dirt and deep depressions in concrete can form small puddles that can be serious slip and fall hazards. Swipe off the mud and dirt form the surface and cover the puddles with plywood or other stiff surface.

Avoid chaos – Moving in itself is quite hectic and in rains, the wet and muddy floors can add up to the chaos. If you have children in the house, it is advisable to restrict their movement outdoors and from one room to another. Moreover, if there are pets in your house, it is advisable to secure them in their shelters until the movers have loaded the belongings on the vehicle. This will make the work easier for the movers to load your belongings, as well as allow you to focus on more important issues.

Moving in the rain involves additional planning and care to ensure the safety of not only your belongings but also the people involved. It is therefore advisable to select the best movers and Manhattan storage companies to take care of all your moving needs.