The first signs of spring have a way of making life feel instantly more lighthearted. We start planning our gardens, warm-weather projects, and maybe even move. Moving is a big task, but spring’s milder weather and blossoming buds make it feel more manageable—being organized and having a plan help, too. Before moving, make a to-do list, taking into account decluttering, equipment rentals, and the following tips for an easier move.

Advice for Moving in the Spring 

1. Prepare for Weather 

Milder weather is lovely, but it also comes with rain and pollen. Check the forecast and plan for the possibility of spring showers. If rain is forecast, you could rent a tent—extending from your garage—to make a dry path from your home to the moving truck. Cover delicate items with a tarp or sheet. Spring also brings pollen, so if you struggle with allergies, seal boxes and cover furniture. Avoid tracking pollen through your home by taking off your shoes and ensuring movers wear shoe covers.

2. Get Supplies

Before you start packing, you’ll want to ensure you have the right supplies to protect and store your goods. Spring is a popular time to move, so purchase supplies before they run low. For delicate items, you’ll want cushioning material or paper, and for all your goods, you’ll need packing tape and boxes. To calculate supply needs, consider your home’s square footage and your family’s size. Create a system for labeling boxes and make sure the whole family follows it.

3. Spring Clean

Clean and declutter before your move, and you’ll have less to pack up. As you’re sorting belongings, ask yourself questions to determine if an item is worth keeping: How often do I wear these shoes? Do I need three vacuums? If you do your cleaning in advance, you might even have time for a garage sale before the big day.

4. Complete Renovations 

Chances are, there are a few things you’d like to change about your new home. Instead of moving in and adding those tasks to your to-do list, why not get them started ahead of time? If they’re minor projects, you might finish them before you move in. Look into equipment rental and delivery services so you won't waste money or space on tools you’ll only use for specific projects. When you move in, you’ll relax knowing the renovations are out of the way.

Hamilton Rental Center Inc in Butler County, OH, has all the tools you need to get your home in good shape. Their reliable staff will deliver a range of modern equipment right to your door, including masonry tools, aerial lifts and jacks, ladders, and concrete finishing tools. Whatever your home improvement projects require—plumbing, scaffolding, specialty ladders—you’ll save money with equipment rentals. Hamilton Rental Center Inc also sells tools, provides financing options, and offers tool repair services. For all your equipment needs, call (513) 868-8665 or visit their website for more on rentals, sales, and services.