Are you looking for the perfect time of year to schedule your residential move in Michigan? Fall moving is your best option. Emergency or short notice moves during the fall are often much smoother than at other times of the year. Although summer may seem like the obvious, best choice of season to move in because kids can easily transition into a new school and the weather is bright and sunny, fall has many benefits compared to moving in other Michigan seasons.
Fall temperatures provide a comfortable condition for all of the hard work. It’s not too hot or too 
cold, and you do not have to worry about you or your Men on the Move movers slipping on ice, or shoveling driveways or walkways. Summer weather often results in hot, sweaty, and sticky conditions that can lead to overheating or dehydration. Winter moving not only brings dangerous ground conditions, but extreme weather such as snowstorms can delay your moving process.
Along with the change of seasons from summer to fall, beautiful colors and very scenic surrounding comes with fall. From the bring oranges, yellows, or reds of the leaves falling from the trees, to the bright pink or red flowers that are still surviving from the summer, your drive to your new place will be exquisite and beautiful!
Although fall is in itself the perfect time to move to plan your local or long distance move, you will still want to clear your walkways. Unlike snow or ice which requires a lot of physical labor to shovel and salt ice and snow away, simply sweeping or raking leaves on your walkway can do the trick during the fall.
To schedule your fall move in Michigan, contact Men on the Move today or request a quote online!
So what type of moving hazards come with the Fall season? After all, you don’t have to worry about heatstroke when the temperature is cooling. However, cooling temperatures can be a health hazard. Dressing appropriately for the weather is always important when it comes to moving. Putting on layers will allow you to keep warm and take off layers if you become too hot.
While dressing for the move is important, turning on the heat and electricity in your new house is too. A few days before you move, you should call your utility company and make sure they will be turned on. After a move, you want to be in a cozy and warm home, not a freezing one.
During the summer, the daytime is extended. While this could allow people to choose later moving times, it is not the same for Fall. As the days become shorter, the amount of daylight you have will be limited. As Daylight Savings Day approaches, sunset will be approaching earlier. In addition, the night will start around 5 p.m. Moving in the dark can be dangerous, even for professionals. This is why you should be loading and unloading early in the day during the fall.
Another seasonal hazard is the changing leaves. For Michigan, we get to enjoy defined seasons. Fall is known for the beautiful changing of the leaves and the falling trees. Although these fallen leaves can be fun to play with, they can be dangerous during a move. Leaves can be slipping hazards, especially if they are wet. A great way to prevent slipping is to rake the leaves off your moving pathway. In addition, you should wear sturdy shoes and be cautious while moving.
Another tip is to cover the floor during the move. During a move, leaves and dirt can be dragged into your new home. Putting down plastic on your floors can prevent an extra clean-up.
Did you know it is cheaper to move during the Fall? Most people move between May and September. As a result, moving prices are typically higher because of demand. As the summer moving season comes to an end, moving companies become more flexible and prices are better.
Be sure to ask about Fall/Winter Moving specials with Men on the Move!