Moving to a new home in wintertime requires a few special plans and tactics. Here is a rundown of what is required when moving in winter.

1. Moving in Wintertime - 10
Tips & Strategies to help
you move in winter
Bo Kau mann REALTOR

2. Moving in Wintertime - 10 Tips & Strategies
to help you move in winter
The very moving process brings numerous
challenges and obligations, but moving in
wintertime is particularly stressful. Not only do you
have to make all the regular arrangements, but you
also need to prepare for any unexpected events and
delays brought by cold weather. Fortunately, there
are more than a few tricks that will help you get
through your winter move.
Stay up to date with weather
Moving in wintertime brings special challenges.
It’s essential that you check weather reports
regularly, especially right before the moving day.
Weather is quite unpredictable and you probably
want to avoid moving during a severe winter storm.
You should consider postponing your move for a
few days in the event of adverse weather
conditions. It’s better to wait a couple of day than
end up moving in the middle of a snowstorm.
Moving in winter: Start early
When moving in wintertime, you should de nitely
start as early as possible. Keep in mind that days are
shorter during this period, so it’s better to get
everything done before nighttime. In addition,
moving during daytime will also be safer and more
comfortable. After all, it’s always warmer during the
day even during winter. You also need to keep in
mind that you’ll need more time to complete certain
activities because cold weather will de nitely slow
you down.
Protect your oors
You and your movers will be going back and forth,
so you need to protect the oors both in your old
and new home. You don’t want water, snow and dirt
to damage your beautiful hardwood oors or lovely
carpets. Plastic tarps are a great option for covering
your oors. In addition, place doormats outside the
entrances so that you can wipe your shoes before
going inside. How to nd reputable movers in your
area.
Moving in Wintertime - 10 Tips & Strategies to help you move in
winter

3. Moving in Wintertime - 10 Tips & Strategies
to help you move in winter
Hire reputable and experienced
movers
Hire reputable movers to help moving in wintertime
Moving on your own during wintertime might not be
such a great idea. Without professional help, you
will risk the safety of your family and your
belongings. Winter moves are challenging, so it’s
better to hire the most experienced professionals
you can nd. For instance, Sydneysiders hire highly
trained movers to not only transport their
belongings but also help them with the packing and
unpacking process. They rely on the leading
removalists in Sydney to help them disassemble
furniture and disconnect appliances, pack and
transport them safely and then reassemble pieces
and reconnect some basic electronic devices. Hiring
such a full-service company can make your move
during winter signi cantly easier and more
e cient. Movers are a highly unregulated industry,
so beware of moving scams.
Clear out the driveway and
sidewalk
Clearing out snow and ice from your driveway,
sidewalk and street is another important step when
preparing for a winter move. Carrying your
belongings on ice is extremely dangerous. You
should regularly clear your driveway and sidewalk
for several days before the move to prevent snow
from piling up. You should also sprinkle salt to melt
any ice that’s left.
Turn the heating o
You’ll spend an entire day going inside and outside,
so you won’t be able to warm up your space.
Turning your heating on is a waste of energy and
your money. Instead, you should place a heater in
the bathroom and possibly another room where
you’ll take breaks to warm up. Make sure to do this
both in your old and new home.
Transfer the utilities
Of course, you won’t be able to heat up your new
home if you’ve forgotten to transfer your utilities.
The last thing you need after a long day of moving in
the cold is to sleep in a cold bedroom. So, make
sure to transfer your utilities to your new home on
time, possibly even a few days earlier just to make
sure that everything is functioning properly.
Moving in Wintertime - 10 Tips & Strategies to help you move in
winter

4. Moving in Wintertime - 10 Tips & Strategies
to help you move in winter
Prepare additional blankets and
sheets
You should de nitely have some additional sheets
and blankets ready in case it starts snowing or
raining. You might need them to cover some of your
furniture and other pieces that aren’t packed in
boxes. However, instead of carrying them with you,
you should place them near the front door so that
they’re within your easy reach.
Get your car ready
Even though most of your belongings will be
transported in a moving truck, you’ll still need to
drive to your new home, so make sure to get your
car ready. Aside from placing winter tyres, you also
need to have a few supplies packed and ready,
including ice scrapers, tow rope, emergency kit,
ashlight, spare tyres, etc.
Protect your items when moving in wintertime
Protect your fragile items
Fragile items become even more fragile during cold
weather, so it’s important that you properly pack
and protect them. In addition, avoid placing the
boxes with fragile items in the truck or car
overnight. Exposing those objects to extremely cold
weather for a longer period of time can cause
serious damage. In addition, pay special attention to
your electronic devices because they’re extremely
sensitive to cold. Wrap them up properly and
transfer them in your car.
It’s of the utmost importance that you prepare
carefully for a winter move to make sure that
everything goes o without a hitch.
Moving in Wintertime - 10 Tips & Strategies to help you move in
winter

5. After serving 24 yrs as a City of
Winnipeg Police Officer, Bo
Kauffman retired in 2005 and
joined the largest REMAX office in
Winnipeg. He started his career
as a Lic/Asst. to another real
estate agent, and spent the first 2
years learning the trade.
In 2006, Bo earned the
designation of A.B.R. (Accredited
Buyer Representation), additional
training and certification in the
field of home buyer
representation.
In 2007, he cast off the life-line
and became a full real estate
agent. That first year he earned
the REMAX 100% Club award and
has not looked back since.
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in Winnipeg and close surrounding
communities. Buyers find him to be
very helpful and easily reachable,
either via phone, text, email or
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industry. From taking professional
photographs of the property, to superb
and expansive marketing, Bo
Kauffmann leaves no stone unturned
in his effort to advertise and market
the sellers property.
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