In India, the summer season is known not only for kids playing in the streets, drinking cool beverages, playing water games, enjoying no-school days & long vacations, and so on. Speaking of vacation time, people also use this time to relocate from one place to another.
The most vital part of shifting that you may neglect during the summer is the extreme temperatures you’ll face during relocation. When the summer heat is beating us down, handling the heat itself will be unbearable and can cause health hazards like heat strokes and other illnesses. It will prove to be hectic and also a little dangerous especially when you have to perform physical tasks of packing, moving, loading, and unloading by yourself. And when you have to move to another country with your pet, you need to hire people who are experts with pet travel.
To avoid risking your health, hiring the best relocation services in Hyderabad is the best option as they will take responsibility of your relocation from start to end. However, since most people prefer to shift during the summer holiday season between April-June, packers and movers are in huge demand and it would be difficult to find good moving companies at affordable charges. Because of this, if you’re planning to relocate in the summer, your shifting expenses will be high just like the summer temperature.
Follow some of these suggestions to conquer the summer heat and stay cool and safe during the entire relocation:
Hire Professional
Decrease the risk of suffering from heat-strokes and other summer illnesses due to performing all the physical tasks yourself. Hire expert packers and movers Gurugram who have the experience and take necessary precautions before they start packing and moving your goods. Ensure you find reliable and genuine packers and movers who offer your required services and ensure you have a smooth relocation experience.
Begin Early in the Day
Early morning is the best time to shift conveniently during a hot summer day. You can make sure all the physical tasks get completed when the weather is cool and manageable; and, it’s the best way to protect yourself, everybody, and the laborers, from harmful UV rays. Moreover, by starting early in the day, you’ll be able to quickly arrive at your new home, and you’ll get more time to unpack, arrange things, and settle down there.
Stay Hydrated
Not drinking enough water and liquids will cause dehydration and might cause other complex health issues that require immediate medical attention. Staying hydrated during the summer is necessary to refresh your body fluids that are lost due to excessive sweating. You can stay hydrated by consuming water frequently, and juice like lemon juice, etc., to help you keep hold hydrated, consuming fruits that are rich in water content like watermelon, cucumbers, etc., taking frequent breaks from work, taking breaks in between the move, avoiding foods that cause the body to heat up like tea, coffee, and so on, and don’t forget to offer water and refreshments to the movers as well.
Take Special Care of Kids and Pets
With a house full of boxes, movers, and moving equipment, there are few cool and safe places for kids and pets to stay out of the heat. The doors will be open for a long time as well, making air-conditioning inefficient, and that is not safe for the kids or pets, as we will be busy with the movers, and it’s easy for them to escape from your eyesight and go outside. To ensure their safety, it’s better to keep them away from all this. Do some arrangements like leaving your kids to stay with a relative or friend for the day and your animals in a pet daycare can make sense on hot moving days.
Protect Heat-Sensitive Things
Not all objects are built to sustain the summer heat, they may melt or get damaged due to the high temperature. Be careful and take necessary precautions while packing and shifting things like medicines, cosmetics, candles, electronics, batteries, appliances, CDs, etc. Pack those items separately and keep them away from heat; load them last into the truck and unload them first. This way, you can avoid these things from the damage caused by the heat.
Dress Comfortably
Wear comfortable clothes on the shifting day that lets you work comfortably and loose-fitting so that you don’t feel sweaty and suffocated. Go for light-colored clothing like white (the best option) or light colors so that you reflect the heat away, and it helps you stay cool; avoid black and dark colors that absorb the heat. Wear cotton or linen material clothes that absorb sweat and moisture from your body.
Relocation itself is stressful, and moving during summer makes it hectic and unbearable. It’s important to keep yourself healthy and safe during the shift. Mentioned above are few suggestions to move during summertime safely. Additionally, take professional help to shift your home quickly without any damage to your goods.
Stay cool and enjoy your move!
