Home shifting in India becomes comfortable and easy if planned properly. Generally the weather is cooler than other times of the year, and planning your house move in India actually needs good and clear weather. However, fog, early sunsets, cold mornings, traffic and narrow residential roads can still create problems.
And when you decide to plan between November to February, then Shiftkart Packers and Movers can be your ultimate help and guide for the packing, loading, transportation and other things as well.
Why Winter Can Be a Good Time for House Shifting
Behind choosing winter as the best time to move your home in India, there are several benefits. The major one is, winter is easier on both people and household items. Workers do not have to pack and load heavy furniture under harsh sunlight.
If a family is moving within Delhi, Jaipur, Pune, Bangalore, Chandigarh or Lucknow might choose shifting in the afternoon hours during winter compared to the weather of May month, but the traffic in late afternoon may slow down their move.
Besides the good part, the problematic part is the winter fog on highways which actually slows down the moving trucks to complete the transportation for your home shifting in cities such as Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, Lucknow and other parts of India.
So planning with your packers and movers team beforehand concerning this factor will help you complete your move easily along with keeping extra time to cover if required.
What Actually Happens in the Winter House Shifting Process?
Normally a moving process starts with basically a pre-move survey and further discussion, when you share your moving details with your packers and movers team along with other important requirements. And calculating upon the overall items, distance, labour needed, time needed, vehicle needed and so on, the team provides you with a quotation.
On moving day, the team begins with packing. Clothes, kitchen items, glassware, electronics and other belongings are packed according to their type, followed by safe loading of all the items into the selected vehicle for the transportation with planned routes to reach the new location.
With Shiftkart Packers and Movers, families can discuss their moving requirements in advance and choose suitable House Shifting Services according to their needs.
A Real Winter Moving Experience
Take the example of a family moving from a two-bedroom flat in Noida Sector 62 to Greater Noida West.
The family initially planned to start loading at eight in the morning. On the moving day, there was dense winter fog, and the building's parking area was already getting busy.
Instead of rushing, the packing team completed the indoor packing first. Furniture was wrapped while smaller cartons were labelled according to the rooms.
By late morning, visibility had improved. The team then loaded the larger items and left for Greater Noida West.
The family later said that the biggest help was not simply fast loading. It was having a little extra time in the schedule. The move was completed without turning the morning fog into unnecessary pressure.
This is something many families learn during winter moves: a practical schedule is better than a rushed schedule.
How Much Does Winter House Shifting Cost?
To be honest, there is no such fixed price for different types of home shifting. The prices actually vary depending on the type of house move, along with type of goods, vehicle chosen, packing materials needed, manpower needed, distance to be covered and so on.
For a local home move in Delhi, a small 1BHK or 2BHK household may cost you around 5,000 rupees to 15,000 rupees, while a larger three-bedroom move can commonly range from 10,000 rupees to 25,000 rupees or more. Whereas, an intercity move can cost more because of the distance, vehicle type, tolls, fuel, packing requirements and labour.
Winter Safety Tips for Families
It is important to keep your important documents, jewellery, medicines, cash and small electronics with you instead of putting them inside the moving vehicle, because these things do not require any cold or hot weather, rather they require safety and availability when needed.
Electronic equipment should be wrapped appropriately and kept dry. Don't leave cartons outside for extended periods of time in fog or wet conditions.
Prior to loading, furniture should be covered. Extra protection is required for glass objects, mirrors and breakable kitchenware.
In case there are any children or elderly members in the family, they should also have a pile of warm clothes, drinking water and some basic medicine, as well as a few essential items. These should be easily accessible during the move.
Local Roads and Parking Can Affect Your Move
House shifting is more than just a thing of weather. Road conditions in the area also play a role.
Delhi and its surrounding cities may have restricted parking or high traffic in residential areas at specific times, such as Laxmi Nagar, Uttam Nagar, Rohini, Dwarka and Noida.
Needless to say, roads in Mumbai are congested and access to buildings may be challenging for larger vehicles in areas like Andheri, Borivali and Ghatkopar.
During working hours, locations like Whitefield, Marathahalli and Electronic City in Bengaluru can have busy traffic.
A moving vehicle may be smaller in size for older residential areas in Kolkata where the road width is narrow.
In the lead up to the moving day, find out if the truck will be able to access your building, and if the society needs to make any arrangements before loading or unloading is carried out.
What Should You Pack Separately?
Keep one small bag for the first day in your new home. Include clothes, chargers, toiletries, basic kitchen items, important documents, medicines, towels and snacks.
It is also useful to label cartons according to their destination. A carton marked “Kitchen” is easier to identify than writing ‘Box 7’.
How to Make Your Winter Move Easier
When scheduling a move, check the weather forecast and traffic to make sure the date is right.
If it is a cold climate, do not load early in the morning if winter fog is common. Meanwhile, do not wait too long as the nights are getting shorter in the winter.
Make sure that lifts are available, parking space rules and building access are not hazardous before the team arrives.
Most significantly, don't select a relocating firm for its lowest cost quote. Inquire about what is covered in the cost and how items will be packed, moved and taken care of.
Plan Your Winter Move With Confidence
With a well-planned change of residence, winter may be one of the more comfortable seasons to change residences.
There are small things that can save you from big hassles, like selecting the right loading time, protecting your furniture and checking building access, and keeping your important items with you.
If you are thinking of doing a local or intercity move, Shiftkart Packers and Movers can help you with their professional House Shifting Services depending on the number of households, their location and the requirements they have while shifting.
Call +91 8884784888 to determine your moving needs early, and learn the approximate price of your move, as moving schedules fill up quickly. Moving to a new home in the winter can be much easier if it is planned out properly.