Summer heat and humidity are a combination that can make even the most “summer-loving” person give up and run indoors. Imagine having to move homes in the scorching summer, but if you’ve clicked on this blog.
It’ll be a reality for you soon, as you might be planning the same. But don’t worry, read this blog for some “Lobang Expert” (insider) tips to hire the right moving service in Singapore. Also, these moving tips will make your summer move “Sibei” (extremely) smooth and worth it!
Besides, this is the only guide you need for a summer move, before you go on typing “cheap house movers in Singapore”, and book with the first one you see. Read on for some summer move tips that “confirm plus chop” (guaranteed) help you keep your cool on the move.
Hire “Steady” Professionals
Don’t just hire any moving company, but first define what you need help with. The volume of your move and the services you seek. A versatile moving service can help you with it all, including packing, moving, unpacking, car move, pet relocation and more.
The move isn’t only about moving your goods to a new place, but also if the moving process is cost-effective and time-efficient. So, save yourself a headache and compare quotes from different services to make an informed decision.
Declutter You Extra Stuff
When you move, you’ll definitely discard a lot of old items. Often, it’s not just a small pile of junk to be removed but an entire room's worth of things that need to be discarded. So, the best way to deal with it is to start decluttering early.
Also, if you are not planning to throw all of your home’s furniture at once, then you can take care of it on your own.
Keep Hydrated and Cool
Wear breathable light clothing on the move and generally in summer. The humidity in the summer is no joke. Also, keep water and cold drinks handy, so that you can stay hydrated even when you’re busy with the packing and the move.
Also, out of courtesy and the good of your heart, remember to offer cold water/drinks to the staff of the moving service in Singapore you hire. They can also stay cool and work chop-chop (fast) to have you moved in no time.
Essential “Barang-Barang”
Moving home is already difficult, but a summer move will have you drenched in sweat by the end of the day. So, prepare an essential kit for the move, and move it with you. Until the movers are done assembling your furniture and setting it up, you can’t relax.
But if you carry essential “barang-barang” (goods) with you, you can relax and wind down without opening any boxes. Pack a bag or a box with a change of clothes, towels, linens, toiletries, and cleaning essentials. Also, add food and snacks for the night.
Protect Your Electronics
The humidity will get you often and make you feel irritated, but keep you cool. However, don’t let the humidity get to your electronics (literally and figuratively). It can damage the microcircuits and erode the paint on the outer layer.
When you pack, use silica packets to absorb any moisture; just put them in the boxes you’re packing the electronics in. Also, use multiple layers of plastic wraps, as needed, to keep the outer layer safe on the move.
Use good-quality corrugated boxes, bubble wraps, packing peanuts, and friction-free wrapping material to pack the electronics. Poor-quality boxes might collapse on the move. It can damage the electronics.
Don't Get “Kena” Fines
Many condos require a moving deposit, generally between 1000 and 2000 SGD. Check your management rules early so you don't “kena”(To be affected by) a fine for scuffing the lift. Moving without proper permissions from the MCST can cost you money and time.
You need to submit a move application a week in advance to secure a move slot, elevators and parking spots to prevent fines. Also, don’t hire any cheap house movers in Singapore, as it can be a whole other financial liability.
“Ghost Hour” Move
Move for a Tuesday or Wednesday. Traffic is lighter than at weekends, and movers are often more willing to give a discount. Besides, if you are moving through the Causeway, you can get stuck in heavy traffic at 10 am on a random Wednesday for hours.
Moving on a night/early morning schedule is often considered a ghost-moving schedule. But, if you have a huge assortment to move, it is generally the best time to avoid the peak-hour rush.
You can easily move in the next day as per the building’s moving schedule.
The Pineapple Ritual
Lastly, what’s better to move into your new home than rolling ‘the’ best summer fruit. For the just factor, roll a pineapple into your new home before the movers enter. It’s a classic local move tip to welcome prosperity.
This will eliminate any bad vibes before you step in, and you can end this summer move with a pleasant yet whimsical vibe.
In “Summary”
Moving in hot and humid weather can have you feeling the “summertime-sadness” if you’re not prepared for it, financially, mentally and physically. Hopefully, the above-listed hack can help you keep cool and move in zen mode.
Besides, with the right moving service in Singapore, your transition to your new home would be seamless and stress-free. So, if you’re planning a summer move, this list will come in handy. Just remember to keep calm and hang on, because there’s no beating the heat!
