Rain can be a dangerous and annoying delay to the moving process, putting your clothing, linens, and furniture at risk of getting wet and growing mold.
Rain, Rain Go Away!
Rain can be a dangerous and annoying delay to the moving process. Not only can your clothing, linens, and furniture get wet and grow mold, but you could risk it all for nothing and hurt yourself.
With so many things that can possibly go wrong, we want to help you do it right. Check out these rainy day moving tips and prepare yourself for what lies ahead.
#1: Keep the Floor Dry
Slipping while carrying heavy items like appliances, furniture, or mattresses can lead to serious injury. Our first rainy day moving tip is to use towels or dry mops to keep the pathway dry from the moving truck to your storage unit.
#2: Pack With Plastic
Plastic boxes do a much better job of protecting your valuables than cardboard can. When cardboard boxes get wet, they are prone to collapsing! Purchase some plastic storage containers to guarantee your items stay dry, and there is no threat of your items falling through.
#3: Wear the Right Shoes
Slip-resistant shoes make a rainy moving day much safer. High-top boots with rubber soles are probably your best bet for preventing falls and keeping your feet dry.
#4: Use Our Free Carts
At every Modern Storage® location, we have complimentary moving carts you can use to transit your items while moving into your storage unit.
#5: Cancel If Necessary
A light rain isn't a big threat on moving day, but a big thunderstorm is. We offer no-risk cancellations and prorate first-month rent to the actual move-in date.