When searching for a new home to move into, many buyers are attracted to pristine hardwood or tile floors. However, when carrying boxes and heavy furniture inside from the moving truck, it can be easy to accidentally scuff, scratch, or stain them. The following guide offers advice to keep your flooring in solid condition during your transition. 

How to Safeguard Flooring During a Move

1. Cover Your Floors

Cover your floors—or at least the areas that will have the most traffic—with heavy blankets or tarps. This will stop your shoes from tracking dirt onto their surface and provide a layer of padding in case you have to set down furniture. Just make sure that the material you use is non-slip and tightly affixed to the floor to prevent falls. 

2. Know Where You’re Going to Put Furniture

Planning your new home’s layout before moving day ensures easy placement of furniture. Without a vision in mind, you may need to move furniture around the room a few times until you’re satisfied. This increases the risk of a scuff or other types of damage to flooring. 

3. Never Drag Heavy Objects

It can be tempting to drag heavy items across the ground instead of lifting and carrying them to their destination. However, doing so can scratch hardwood or cause gouges in tile. Consider enlisting professional movers if you have a lot of large, cumbersome pieces. Also, place rubber pads on the legs of furniture so they don’t dig into the floor.

4. Clean Your Floors After Moving In 

If dirt is left on floors, it can cause tiny scratches to form over time. Along with sweeping or vacuuming after all your boxes are inside, mop with a cleanser formulated for the type of flooring you have in your new home. 

If you’re looking for a home with beautiful, durable flooring, turn to SWE Homes. If you’re concerned about your credit score, know that they offer owner financing, which can help Texas and Georgia clients realize their dreams of homeownership. Learn more about their home financing process by visiting the website. You can also call (713) 413-1000 for more information.