The common belief among many people is that moving over the summer is most convenient because it is warm and sunny, favorable factors when moving. However, moving in a season other than the summer such as during the fall or winter can be very advantageous. There are several reasons why moving in the off season is preferred by many movers. Nashville is the home to many such moving companies who find moving in the off-season to be beneficial for both them and their customers.
Flexibility in Moving Dates
One of the biggest advantages in moving during the off-season is the availability of a greater choice of moving dates. Movers are typically not as busy during the cooler months, so they will be more likely to be more flexible in accommodating the moving needs of their customers. It is also easier for a moving company to commit to a specific date during the fall or winter with less notice when it is not overwhelmed with customer requests.
Energy Savings
The cooler and fresher air during the fall and winter enables movers to be more efficient. They are able to use less energy when they arrive early on moving day to start wrapping and packing, and loading and therefore may not be as worn-out later in the day for concentrating on finishing the move on time. Many times, people work more efficiently in cooler weather than in hotter weather.
Emptier Roads
The highways and byways tend to be less crowded during the off-season. Millions of people move every summer and millions also travel for vacation with their vans, RVs and campers. Movers are also busy during the summer months as are trucking and tracker-trailer companies.
On the other hand, during the cooler seasons, fewer people tend to travel so there is less traffic. Consequently, despite the common conception that the roads might be worse due to the weather, choosing to relocate in the fall or winter can be actually faster and safer.
Winter Moves
Those moving from one state to another in the southern states will not typically find very cold temperatures during the winter months. So, given the many benefits of moving during the off-season such a move should be considered to reduce the many hassles and anxiety of moving during the summer.
