Avoiding an Injury During a Move with Essential Moving Safety Tips

Combine a lot of heavy lifting and work with exhaustion, and you have a sure recipe for an injury to happen. Unfortunately, moving can involve all of this and more, so the chances of getting hurt during a move can be pretty high. In addition, if you're not attentive to safety, you could end up with an injury that might make transitioning from your current home to the next even harder to handle.

Here are a few big safety tips to keep in mind for your relocation.

1. Avoid Overpacking Boxes

As you pack, be mindful of how much weight a box can hold and how much weight you can safely lift. Some items can make a box exceptionally heavy quickly, even if you only pack a small or medium box. For example, books and dishware can be incredibly hefty—you could easily have a box that weighs well over 100 pounds before you realize it. Not only are these boxes challenging to lift, but they can also be at risk of busting open with too much weight. The general rule is to try to keep the weight of each box at 50 pounds or below.

2. Make Use of Moving Equipment to Lighten the Load

Moving straps, hand trucks, dollies—all of these items can help you thwart the risks of getting injured while maneuvering things around and out of your home. Of course, if you have help from professional residential movers, they will bring this equipment along with them to move your items. However, if you intend to move heavy items on your own, be sure you have things that can help you with heavier objects.

3. Take Care of Your Body

Moving is probably one of the most trying events in an average person's life. You may feel stressed and physically exhausted. During the move, be sure to listen to your body and take care of yourself. A few pointers:

• Leave enough time for ample sleep

• Take time to eat nutritious meals to keep energy levels up

• Take breaks when you feel tired

• Start the day with stretches and light activity to get your body limber

• Stay hydrated, especially during high temperatures

4. Keep a Clear Footpath Through the House

Falls are the number one cause of injury in the United States and the most significant reason for visits to an emergency room. During a move, when your home is in utter disarray, you are in a hurry and possibly not able to see your feet while carrying an item or box, falls are an even greater risk. To thwart the dangers of tripping and falling, be sure to keep a clear footpath throughout the house, especially:

• On stairs

• In narrow hallways

• Through doorways

• In small rooms

• At entry and exit points

5. Get Help from Professionals

When you have the help you need to get everything relocated; you are far less likely to rush, do too much heavy lifting, or get injured. Bringing in the service of professional movers can be one of the best ways to keep yourself safe during the move. Reach out to us to get a free moving quote today to make sure you have the help you need.