When winter falls, you know that removing trash and furniture will be a little trickier. But we say hard and not impossible. That's why we've put together a few tips that can help you.
We've shared the following five tips that can play an essential role in removing furniture in winter:
Be flexible, but stick to the caution side
While doing remodeling and relocation projects can get frustrating and tiresome in winter, that doesn't stop it from being possible. You can do well if you plan and set a flexible mood for the project. The reality is that winter weather only increases the number of complications that come with removing furniture. Most furniture removal companies don't like to work during the winter season. And they might even have higher fees for you if you insist on going ahead. But nobody can control the weather. Hence, you have no choice but to listen to their concerns.
For example, if the streets are very icy, it is advisable to postpone furniture removal until it is clear. There is no point in risking people's lives when you can always put it off. After all, removing furniture is not a life-threatening emergency that needs immediate attention. Just don't hesitate too much.
Have the bare basics for winter furniture removal
There is no point in thinking of a furniture removal project during the winter season without considering the proper equipment of the job. And we're not just talking about the right equipment for you, we also talk about the right tools. When handling a project with the extent of furniture removal, you need to prepare appropriately. First, make sure you have a dumpster with you if you are handling the project on your own. Dumpsters come in a variety of sizes, and it is helpful to consult with the landlord which size to choose. Make sure you understand the size of the furniture removal project and what to put in the dumpster.
The dumpster landlord will then give you the correct dumpster size. The problem with choosing a small dumpster compared to your project is overcrowding. This is illegal and can even result in penalties and fees. Another thing you will likely need is a storage container. When you're doing a furniture removal project, many everyday household items can get in your way. You need to secure them in the right place or you risk damage. Make sure you get some sort of storage container that can hold anything you want to secure around your home.
Fragile items in a double pack
When you work with fragile items, you want to make sure that they are really safe. Many fragile objects become even more brittle in cold weather – like in winter. And that's why you need to double-wrap them to make sure they're not subject to possible damage. You don't want to complete the furniture removal project, but you lose most of your belongings to breaks. And you can keep it from simply happening. You can separate the fragile items for storage and put them in a separate container. This is because confusing it with other bulky fabrics can cause damage. On the list of fragile items, utensils and electronics lead the way. You can also put any other important but delicate item in a container.
Clear the sidewalks and driveways
If you hire a furniture removal company to help you, you need to create a path for them when they come. This also means that the sidewalks and driveways are cleared before their arrival. Carrying a heavy couch on an icy sidewalk is terrifying. The workers could slip and seriously injure themselves. To avoid this, it's better to clean the sidewalks and driveways before they come to you. You can argue that furniture moving companies are insured and take full responsibility for the injuries suffered by their workers. But then will you only relieve your injuries even if you know exactly how to prevent them? Salt and shovel or even pieces of snow that the movers use when they come to you.
Take care of your pets
Pets can easily interfere with removing furniture. And that's why you need to take care of them as soon as possible. Make sure they are in a safe place – possibly at the neighbour's or a friend's house. Standing between a furniture removal project and you or the workers can injure themselves and be equally distracting. And you don't want such confusion when doing big projects like this one.
Final thoughts
So folks, this is how you deal with a furniture removal project in winter. We hope that these tips will help you to have a successful project even in the cold season.
