Apartment Moving Tips You Need In The Heat Of Summer

The summer can be a great time to move. Clear skies, warm weather and long days are all common during the summer months, creating great conditions to go from your old apartment to your new one. However, summer can also bring extreme heat, thunderstorms and other hazards that you need to account for. With these quick tips, you'll be better prepared for anything the season throws at you.

Handling the heat and managing labor

  • Work with your apartment movers by getting in touch as early as possible to select a moving time either early or late in the day to avoid exposure to the hottest temperatures.
  • Wear loose clothes made of breathable fabrics, like cotton and linen.
  • Bring along a large water bottle or jug of water and refill it during the day. The average person needs roughly three liters of water per day to stay hydrated and more if they engage in strenuous work or sweat due to the temperature.
  • Spread your work out ahead of time. An hour or so of work for the two weeks before the move is much more manageable in summer temperatures than cramming it all into a few days.
  • Schedule power shutoff for the day after you move so you can use fans and air conditioners to keep your apartment cool as you move out. Similarly, schedule your service to turn on at your new apartment the day before the move, if possible, and turn on any cooling systems as soon as you arrive.
  • Strongly consider working with professional movers who have the knowledge and experience to safely work in hot conditions. If you choose not to, find friends and family who can help - especially if you live in a walk-up apartment.
Two people interacting with a drawing of an apartment.A summertime move from your current apartment to a new one requires some unique considerations.

Getting your security deposit back

  • Take photos of your apartment as you move out to have proof of its final condition.
  • Take photos of your new apartment as soon as you arrive to start off this process on the right foot.
  • Set aside time to make any small repairs well before you move out instead of leaving them for the last minute.
  • Request an apartment walkthrough with your landlord before you move out.
  • Review your local and state tenant laws to understand when your landlord can and can't make deductions or keep the entire deposit.
  • Make sure you secure the property following your landlord's instructions.

Choosing a great apartment mover

  • Look for a mover who has experience moving people in and out of apartments and understands how that differs from moving from house to house.
  • Get an estimate ahead of time from any potential movers and eliminate any companies offering costs that seem far too low or high.
  • Consider price, but don't let it be your only force in decision-making. A mover who charges a little more but has qualified employees and keeps your belongings safe is definitely worth every extra penny.
  • Speak with the apartment moving specialists at Atlas to get connected to a nationwide network that will help you get to your new home, whether it's in the same city or across the country.

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