Tips for Moving in Wet Weather

With moving day right around the corner, there is a lot of preparation that needs to take place to ensure a successful move. Unfortunately, you notice that there is rain in the forecast on the big day and you start to panic. Now you must prepare the right packing supplies and be ready for moving in wet weather. Luckily, the moving experts from All My Sons Moving & Storage in McKinney are here to help you get prepared for a move that requires unique packing supplies when the weather gets in the way. Our McKinney movers are here to give you the best tips for your next big move.

Purchase Plastic Bags

Grab a large supply of plastic bags in multiple sizes. These are extremely helpful for rainy days, from makeshift ponchos to keep you dry as well as a cover to keep your hanging clothes dry. Also, with smaller bags you can throw the items you are packing in them, tie them and place those filled bags in the boxes ready for any rainy day move.

Packing Hacks for Wet Weather

Unfortunately, plastic bags will not work for everything that you are moving. For larger items such as furniture and mattresses, we recommend shrink wrapping them so you’re prepared for any torrential downpours that could come your way. As for moving boxes, double up on packing tape. The extra tape will water proof the openings and provide extra protection for your belongings. A little extra durability to the boxes will only help if they get wet and soggy.

Upon arrival at your new home, make use of your garage if you have one. Transport as much furniture and boxes from the truck to the garage in the shortest distance as possible. The large garage door opening is perfect for a quick transfer as you carry boxes through the rain, without the worry of fitting through a smaller door opening.

If you have access to tarps, or anything that can be used as high head cover, you should set it up before moving your belongings. This will give you some relief from walking through puddles and bringing some of that rain water in the house.

If you must move through the rain and have no head cover at all, map out what you transfer from the truck to the house. Look for things that can get wet like plastic tubes or objects that won’t be a problem moving in the rain. Then when the rain slows down, take full advantage of those items that cannot get wet.

As the rain keeps pouring down and the boxes steadily unload, assign someone as the dryer. Have them stand inside with some towels and wipe off your belongings that can’t stay wet for an extended period. You could also have rotations of this position so everyone gets a break and takes a fair share of the heavy lifting.

Our McKinney movers are here to handle your next move despite the weather conditions. Contact us today for more information on our moving services and supplies we offer. Moving in wet weather is not so bad with the help from professionals!