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Moving at any time of the year is a naturally stressful event, but with the addition of cold and wet winter weather, it can be an even bigger burden. However, Becker Movers, a moving company in Rochester, NY, has built a solid reputation for helping to make the transition into a new home a hassle-free experience. These tips from the experts will get you through the extra challenges that moving during the winter can often bring.

  • Set Your Winter Essentials Aside: There’s nothing worse than packing up all your belongings and then not being able to find the things you need. Make sure you have plenty of warm clothes and accessories, a shovel, an ice scraper, and other winter essentials packed separately and in a place where you can get to them right away.
  • Clear The Pathways: Prepare to break out the shovel and salt before loading and unloading boxes and furniture. Going up and down the driveways and back and forth across the sidewalks at both your old residence and the new one will be much easier and less risky if they are cleared of snow and ice.
  • Watch The Weather Report: Winter storms come and go, and you’ll want to plan your moving trip accordingly so you don't get stuck unloading in a torrential downpour or driving in poor road conditions. Weather reports can change from one minute to the next, so keep an eye on the latest updates.
  • Be Mindful Of The Floors: With all the rain, slush, salt, and dirt outside during the winter, you’ll want to make sure you don’t track any of it into your new home onto freshly cleaned floors. Lay down cardboard, plastic, or another type of covering to protect the floors where there will be heavy foot traffic.

  • Get Professional Help: Hiring professional movers is one of the best things you can do for your winter move. Leave it up to the experts to load, transport, and unload your possessions safely while you sit back and relax.

Keeping these words of advice in mind during your winter move will take a big weight off your shoulders. Call Becker Movers at (585) 267-5736 to learn more about their moving services. 

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