{"id":15353,"date":"2024-02-23T15:25:46","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T15:25:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/?p=15353"},"modified":"2026-01-13T17:41:57","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T17:41:57","slug":"secrets-of-moving-during-a-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/secrets-of-moving-during-a-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"Secrets of Moving During a Holiday"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p>Considering a holiday move? Here\u2019s what you need to know about the pros and cons of moving during a holiday. We&#8217;ll take you through factors that affect a holiday move, including travel times, prices, and weather conditions. You&#8217;ll also get some tips for getting settled, scheduling, and moving between Christmas and New Year&#8217;s specifically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#h-travel-times\" >Travel Times<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-cost-of-moving\" >Cost of Moving<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-weather-conditions\" >Weather Conditions<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-getting-settled\" >Getting Settled<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-scheduling\" >Scheduling<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-winter-holiday-moving-tips\" >Winter Holiday Moving Tips<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/nav><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-7d4ad1c6 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/moving-during-holiday-576x1024.png\" alt=\"Graphic reading, &quot;secrets of moving during a holiday&quot;\" class=\"uag-image-16500\" width=\"491\" height=\"805\" title=\"moving-during-holiday\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><figcaption class=\"uagb-image-caption\">Save our post to Pinterest!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-travel-times\"><strong>Travel Times<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One major downside of moving on a holiday is the increased traffic. There are some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessnewsdaily.com\/15834-which-holidays-deserve-paid-time-off.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">holidays that many people have off<\/a>, including Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year\u2019s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. These are some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/alexandratalty\/2016\/02\/26\/the-busiest-holiday-to-travel-on-is\/?sh=45e19b895e74\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">top traveling<\/a> days and may come with traffic that slows you down.<br><br>If you\u2019re traveling by car around these holidays, leave early. Keep in mind that traffic might also be bad a few days before or after the holiday. If possible, move on a weekday morning to help you avoid the worst of it. <br><br>Although it seems like a no-brainer, drive safe! These holidays have a higher risk of road accidents. Alternatively, if you\u2019re traveling by plane, be prepared for long airport wait times.<br><br>On other holidays like St. Patrick\u2019s Day and Valentine\u2019s Day\u2014for which fewer people travel\u2014traffic may not be as bad. Still, you can minimize your chances of running into traffic on these days by moving in the middle of the morning. This way, you\u2019ll avoid both commuter traffic and traffic from people with evening plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cost-of-moving\"><strong>Cost of Moving<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another downside of holiday moves is that the cost of movers is often higher during the holidays as moving companies might be short-staffed. Book your movers early! Alternatively, if you\u2019re moving yourself, reserve a truck well in advance of the holiday. &nbsp;<br><br>In addition, if something goes wrong with your movers or truck, finding another option on a holiday will be harder. Take the time to <a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/how-to-know-if-a-moving-company-is-legit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">find movers you trust<\/a>.<br><br>On the bright side, very <a href=\"https:\/\/www.investopedia.com\/articles\/real-estate\/090116\/when-best-time-rent-apartment.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">few people move during the winter holidays<\/a>. As a result, if you\u2019re moving into an apartment around this time, you can sometimes get a better deal on rent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-weather-conditions\"><strong>Weather Conditions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some holidays like Memorial Day and Labor Day often have ideal moving weather. On the flip side, holidays like Christmas and Independence Day can have weather that makes moving difficult.<br><br>If you\u2019re moving during the winter months, be flexible. Weather conditions can complicate or delay your travel. These weather conditions can stop you from driving or cause flight cancellations that make your move harder.<br><br>In the winter, there\u2019s also the chance that rain and snow will damage your belongings. Make sure to protect them! For example, you can seal cardboard boxes with plastic bags. In addition, you may get much less daylight during this period. Plan ahead so you can finish your move before dark.<br><br>Conversely, if you\u2019re moving on a summer holiday such as Independence Day, start working early to avoid the heat. Hot weather might make physical exertion tougher. If you hire movers, have some cold water and snacks on hand. Heat can also damage items like electronics if you don\u2019t pack them carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image aligncenter uagb-block-4dd686ab wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-center\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/02\/holiday-lights-and-traffic.jpeg\" alt=\"Road with traffic and holiday lights\" class=\"uag-image-15357\" width=\"680\" height=\"267\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-getting-settled\"><strong>Getting Settled<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the holiday, services you need around the time of the move might be closed. For example, on federal holidays, businesses such as cable companies and banks will probably close. Plan ahead for these closures.<br><br>Also, if you have holiday-specific decorations or gifts, don\u2019t let them get lost in the fray! Pack them somewhere easy to access so you&#8217;ll have them when you need them.<br><br>Lastly, a benefit of moving during the holidays is that people often reconnect with friends and family during these times. This gives you a great chance to give your loved ones your new address!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-scheduling\"><strong>Scheduling<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, you\u2019re more likely to have time off work on these days, making it easy to spend your day moving. Your friends and family also might be more available to help you.<br><br>However, if you have a Thanksgiving dinner, a fireworks show, or a Valentine\u2019s date, moving on a holiday can make the timing complicated. Plan ahead so you don\u2019t miss any important events. You also shouldn\u2019t expect to do a lot of hosting if you\u2019re in the middle of a move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-winter-holiday-moving-tips\">Winter Holiday Moving Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some special considerations for moving during the period between Christmas and New Year\u2019s. Some movers recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/elementmoving.com\/a-survival-guide-to-moving-during-the-holiday-season\/#:~:text=The%20smoothest%20and%20easiest%20time,time%20with%20friends%20and%20family.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">moving right after Christmas<\/a>. During that period, you\u2019ll face very little competition, and moving companies might not be as short-staffed as they\u2019d be on a holiday itself. &nbsp;<br><br>As a word of advice, if your winter move involves driving long distances, bring blankets, food, and water in your car just in case you get stuck on the road. <br><br>You might also want to have a shovel and a bag of salt readily accessible to help you move in. It can also be great to have a large tarp so you can cover your floors to spare them from snow, water, or salt. Lastly, if you hire movers, some hot chocolate can go a long way toward keeping everyone warm!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve covered many considerations for moving over the holidays. To recap, some factors to think about are the impact of holidays on travel times, the cost of moving, and your ability to get settled in. Holidays might also come with inclement weather or scheduling complications. However, there are also some benefits of a holiday move.<br><br>You can benefit from being prepared, especially during the holidays. Look into hiring movers sooner rather than later; whether you\u2019re moving a home or apartment, or even redecorating, planning ahead and <a href=\"https:\/\/unimovers.com\/services\/hourly-moving-labor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hiring movers<\/a> can save you stress and allow you to enjoy your holiday.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Considering a holiday move? Here\u2019s what you need to know about the pros and cons of moving during a holiday. We&#8217;ll take you through factors that affect a holiday move, including travel times, prices, and weather conditions. You&#8217;ll also get some tips for getting settled, scheduling, and moving between Christmas and New Year&#8217;s specifically. 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