Why You Should Consider Moving in the Fall

                                                             

                                  Why Fall is the Most Comfortable Time  to Move

 There are millions of reasons to love fall. The leaves are changing, the holidays are around the corner, your coworkers are baking again, and it’s a brilliant time to get started on a new project. For some, that big project is moving to a new home.

Moving is an incredibly exciting time, but it can also be a demanding time that requires a lot of logistical thinking and a reasonable budget. Many people like to move during a time when not much is going on, specifically summertime. Summer is traditionally blocked off for long days at the beach, BBQs with friends, and lounging around in the sun. So it makes sense why thousands of people choose to spend their summer break moving.

Although peak season for moving is May through September, fall is actually a more suitable time to move for families who want to save some money without sacrificing quality professional movers. If you’re considering relocating soon, consider these reasons why fall is the most comfortable and flexible time to move.

Peak Season is Over
September marks the end of the peak moving season. Peak moving season occurs in the summer because school is out for the summer, and families often have more time to relocate. Parents find it easier to use their PTO when their children are out of school. It seems like a no-brainer, right? Yes and no.

Moving during the summer is incredibly expensive because everyone else is doing it. When deciding the best time to move, you should consider what is more important: moving when the kids are out of school, or moving when you can save enough money that you can use for something else. Next summer’s family vacation? Some immediate upgrades to your fixer-upper? The choice is yours when you move in the fall.

If you don’t have children or your family isn’t moving out of town, moving during the fall is definitely the more practical option. In the fall, professional movers aren’t as busy, so you have more professional companies to choose from.

When choosing a professional moving company, you want to feel comfortable knowing they are credible, insured, and have great reviews from verified customers. During peak season, there can be slim pickings and you could become more susceptible to a scam.

If you are considering moving during the fall, reach out to professional moving companies toward the end of peak season--like the end of August and the first week of September. This will give you more time to gather and assess quotes before you go with a company. However, make sure you are clear when you will be moving, as you don’t want to get stuck with peak season prices if you’re moving later in the year.

Peak season still technically runs through mid-September, since this marks the beginning of the school year and lots of students and educators move for school.


It’s Cheaper to Move in the Fall
Quotes for moving in the fall tend to decrease because peak season is over. Take advantage of lower prices by being more selective with your movers. When prices are high, it’s tempting to just go with the lowest bid and call it good. But when prices are reasonable in the fall, you have more wiggle room to vet professional moving companies based on credibility, not cost.

Vetting professional moving companies is a critical step to pulling off a stress-free move. Don’t skip this step due to lower quotes.

Late September is an excellent time to start moving, and you can often find good bids up until the spring. However, when winter comes, you will be fighting against cold weather and potentially dangerous conditions. So if you can move before mid-November, you’ll be smooth sailing.

The Weather is More Temperate
Peak season is only considered ‘peak’ due to the convenience of summer break. Moving in the summer heat can actually be an unpleasant experience for you and your hard-working movers. There’s more risk for heatstroke, sunburn, dehydration, and other issues from prolonged work out in the sun. Summer moving also increases the risk of damaging some of your items from melting or heat damage.

On the road, there is often more road construction during the summer, which can increase the risk of an accident, especially for large vehicles like moving trucks.

If you have pets, moving in the summer can be particularly difficult. Long rides in the hot car can lead to dehydration or overheating. Plants certainly don’t stand a chance while moving in the summer heat, either.

On the other hand, winter has its own fair share of discomforts and dangers when moving. Rain and snow cause dangerous road conditions. Additionally, icy driveways can lead to major falls as you or the movers haul large boxes around. You also need to look out for your health if you’re moving during the winter. Sweating out in the cold weather can also make you sick with a cold or flu. You don’t want to spend the first week in your new home in bed with the chills!

Overall, moving in the fall ensures temperate weather and relatively safe road conditions. There’s less risk of extreme weather or obstacles on the road, and your family, pets, and plants can manage without too much discomfort.


Moving during the fall can be safer, more affordable, and more advantageous for families looking to hire the most qualified professional movers in their area. Are you moving this fall or winter? Call Pedro’s moving services at San Francisco Moving Services to get a free quote!