Don’t let a little shower get you down, plan ahead!
1. Check the forecast!
If your move is far off, you can check average monthly weather forecasts to get an idea if you have a chance of rain. Check again at least a week out before the move. If you see there is a chance of rain that is above 30% prepare your rainy day gear for the move.
2. If you can change your moving day to a sunny day- it's worth the swap!
The inconvenience of rain can really also damage your prized items. If you have the ability to swap dates without penalty, do so. Think about discussing this with the mover you choose when signing their contract.
3. Ensure that your boxes are sealed with packing tape at every corner and opening
This is so that the contents of the boxes can be safe as you move them to and from the truck.
4. Waterproof everything!
Plastic sheets and bubble wrap will be your best friends in the rain. Everything should be fully sealed and nothing left outside. Make sure any outdoor items such as couch pillows or decor are brought inside before the rain. Wrap all your furniture and major items in plastic sheets so that even the brief moments it will be outside, it won’t get wet and soggy.
5. Your furniture and artwork should also be given top attention.
They may not survive the weather. Art may be sensitive to extreme cold weather and if it gets even a little wet could be completely ruined and irreplaceable.
6. Rain proof any walk ways
If at all possible, cover any major paths from your front and back doors to where the moving van will park with plastic rain proofing material. This will save you the hassle of rain proofing each object separately.
7. Lay out towels on the bottoms of cartons and inside the moving truck.
This is to make sure that anything that does get wet won't soak into other cartons and items.
8. Think about your non-waterproof items
Anything like TVs, microwaves, electronic items and more need to be kept safe during the rain. Make sure they are packed away and that their carton doesn’t get wet at all to avoid potential dangers. One minute in the rain could cost you hundreds of dollars later on.
9. Line your cartons
You should line the inside of your boxes using large plastic garbage bags before putting in your belongings. Cut them up as needed. Seal the box to offer maximum protection. With this, even if the boxes are wet, your belongings inside the box will be well-protected.
10. Safety comes first!
If the rains are crazy and it’s not possible to drive or walk outside, reschedule no matter the penalty fees. No danger to your personal self is worth a fee. Safety is key here. Your mover should offer you to reschedule without fees should a storm be classified as a danger to travel.
11. Use plastic tarps to line the truck
Lining the moving truck with cheap Walmart tarps will save you puddles that can ruin all your cartons. Arranging tarps over some of your items to seal them off from puddles of water and will also help to preserve your belongings in case the truck has any leaks.
12. When unpacking, first rain-proof the path.
If possible, wait to unpack until the rain passes. You don’t want your whole new house full of soggy carton boxes. Ew!
