Preparing for Chantilly Movers in Winter

When we think of moving to a new home, we like to think of sunny summer mornings, good, dry weather and a few glasses of lemonade on the lawn in the evening sun after the last box has been carried over the threshold. If only that was the norm! The truth is, we can’t all move in great summer weather and often weather conditions seem to work against us more than with us. If you are moving in the depths of winter – and Chantilly can get cold in December! – then there are few things that you can do for your Chantilly movers to help make the job run more smoothly.

Break the Ice

Obviously, winter weather can mean freezing weather, and freezing weather can mean ice on the pavement and steps outside your home. Since your moving company’s men will be walking, wheeling and carrying your possessions up and down those steps and pavement, it’s a good idea to try to clear them of any ice or snow. It doesn’t take a genius to know that snow and ice underfoot can increase the risk of accidents dramatically, and regardless of what insurance is on the table, no-one wants an accident in the first place. So, toss salt on the ice and take a shovel to the snow to help clear the way for the movers.

Don’t let Them Slip Up

If it is raining, or indeed snowing, at the time of the move then with all the walking in and out of your home there is bound to be a lot of moisture on the floors. There is little that your Chantilly movers can do to prevent water dripping off their jackets and on the floor when they are lugging your boxes out as efficiently as possible. However, you could put some matting down to help soak up the danger, while cardboard can be laid along chief routes to ensure a sound footing for everyone.

Keep Them Warm

We know that you’re moving home but it is a good idea to keep the heating on until after the move is complete. Some people prefer to turn things off first, because it’s an easy task, but keeping the rooms warm will help movers to work more diligently. It’s difficult to pick up boxes with gloves on, and not much easier to do so with freezing fingers! So, spare a thought for the working men and keep them warm on the day. It’s also a good idea to have the heating switched on at your new place too.

Understanding Minds

Bear in mind that there is nothing your Chantilly moving company can do about weather conditions and that some weather will slow everything up. Storms and blizzards can delay a move by a day or more, while poor visibility or hazardous road conditions can see the vehicles drive much more slowly than usual. Understand that caution ensures your possessions arrive in one piece.

Hot Drinks

It’s a nice gesture and one that works wonders for morale when working on cold, wet, sluggish winter days, but to have some hot beverages on hand would help the move. It’s something you can benefit from too, but for the movers themselves, finishing with a hot chocolate, cocoa or coffee can certainly keep them smiling.

Moving in winter has its challenges, both for you and the moving company that you hire. By keeping in mind the suggestions above, the experience, despite what the weather conditions might be like, should still be a happy one. Feel free to contact us for any more advice or suggestions. Call our customer service desk and speak to one of our team.