The Safest Way to Move During the Pandemic

Moving is physically and mentally tasking. When you add the stress of relocating during a pandemic, the process gets even more overwhelming. With professional movers, your safety comes first, and they observe all CDC protocols to the letter. Additionally, you can follow the tips below for a smooth moving process.

Ask for Virtual Estimates
It's always advisable to get moving estimates from at least two companies to get the best rates. However, the last thing you want right now is strangers in your house moving from room to room. When choosing moving companies, ask if they offer online or virtual estimates. If you still prefer in-home estimates, ensure the consultant wears a mask.

Arrange for Contactless Pickup for Sold Items
Moving is often the best time to declutter your home. Before your move, go through every room and set aside items to sell or donate. When selling possessions on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist, arrange for curbside pickup or postage. Additionally, offer digital payments like PayPal in place of cash. Remember to clean and disinfect the items before putting them out.

Buy Supplies Early
It's advisable to reduce the trips you make to the store during the pandemic. Therefore, note everything you need and buy it in one go. Also, you can order everything you need online to avoid frequent trips to the retailer. Buy more supplies than you require to avoid running out on moving day.

You may have to buy new moving boxes, as coronavirus can linger on cardboard. Previously, most people got boxes from local supermarkets and liquor stores. Ask local moving firms if they provide contactless delivery for boxes or buy new ones at the store. Wipe down and disinfect the moving boxes before assembling them in your house, or opt for materials other than cardboard that you can clean more easily.

Schedule Your Move During Off-Peak Hours
It can be challenging to limit interaction with other people during busy hours. For example, you may encounter your new neighbors in the staircase, elevators, and hallways if you move into an apartment during peak hours. Ask the property management about the building's traffic patterns and plan to move when there's less foot traffic.

Wrap Large Items With Plastic Totes
It's easier to disinfect and clean plastic over cardboard. Therefore, use plastic totes to wrap furniture, mattresses, and other larger items. Dispose of the plastic at the destination and disinfect the furniture.

Ensure Movers Wear Face Coverings
Face coverings are essential tools in limiting the spread of viruses. Thus, equip your family with coverings on moving day and require everyone involved in the process to wear masks as well. However, moving consists of a lot of physical labor, and it's tempting to remove masks when they get uncomfortable. You may have to be on the lookout during the entire process to ensure everyone has their masks on correctly.

Clean Your New Home
Previously, hiring cleaning services for your new home saved time and helped you settle in quicker. However, it's best to avoid the number of people visiting your house. Start by dusting all surfaces, wiping down the windows, and cleaning floors, shelves, and inside appliances. The bathroom needs a deep clean as it can harbor a lot of bacteria.

The next step is disinfecting commonly-touched areas. Wipe down mailbox handles, light switches, plumbing accessories, kitchen countertops, and doorknobs. Use bleach or cleaning solutions with 70% alcohol. You can start unpacking after giving the house a good cleaning.

Moving during the pandemic can be nerve-wracking even for the most organized person. Our team at Los Flores Movers will relieve the anxiety of moving during these unprecedented times by customizing a moving package for your family's safety. Talk to our dependable experts today for superior moving services.