5 Tips for Moving During the Spring

Spring isn't the most popular time of year to move, but sometimes due to jobs, families, lifestyle changes, etc., we are forced to move when we don't want to. The following are some tips that will help you make the best out of your springtime move. 

1. Watch the Weather 

In some parts of the world spring weather varies widely, especially in the early days of spring. One day it will be rainy and miserable then the next it will be sunny and warm. Make sure to watch the weather forecast closely for moving day. Be ready to get extra supplies that may be needed to handle a damp, snowy or hot day during the spring. 

2. Bargain with Movers 

Moving companies have lots of open dates during the spring and every other seasons besides summer, so you can possibly talk down the price of some movers who are desperate for business. This is especially true during the first two months of spring when the weather still can be bad. By pricing and bargaining with different moving companies you can save some big dollars.     

3. Free Labor from the Kids 

Teacher workdays, spring break and other spring school holidays give you time to utilize free labor from your children. Or if you just want them out of the way during moving day, you can utilize the free babysitting from public schools for at least part of the day.

 4. Spring is a great time for selling homes 

During nice days during the spring it makes everyone feel a little more optimistic. Springtime is all about new beginning, so you might as well utilize people's optimism to sell your home. Open up the windows and shades to emphasize the beautiful weather and lighting that spring provides to help your home appeal even more attractive to buyers.  

5. Take allergy medications 

Pollen season can be a huge problem for some people. Moving requires a lot of going indoor and outdoors, so you will inevitably be exposed to pollen. Make sure to medicate accordingly, so that the  worst of your symptoms are kept at bay during the move. Also, if you are moving into a new area, you may want to figure out if you are allergic to anything in particular in that area. That way you can get the allergy medication before you are going through the stresses of a move. Here is a chart to pollen seasons in different parts of the US.