When
summer strikes, it’s a double-edged sword. It feels great to bask under its
heat during a summer vacation on the beach. But on a regular summer day at home
or on the streets while you walk, heat is just too unbearable.
All
you’d want to do at this time of the year is to lock yourself inside an air
conditioned room all day. You won’t even feel functional and productive without
the thermostat at its coldest setting. This is the best-case scenario on an ordinary
summer day. But if you inevitably need to go outdoors to accomplish an activity
like relocating to a new place, you don’t have a choice but to endure the
scorching heat of the sun.
Since
we understand fully how hard it is to relocate to a new place, with an
additional hassle of doing it under the heat of the summer sun, we’ll give you
all the tips you’ll ever need to make this feat more bearable.
Stay
hydrated
When
we say, “Stay hydrated,” we mean you have to drink more water than the usual
every hour of the day. Drink before you start loading anything on your car or
truck. Drink during the loading process, and bring lots of water while you’re
traveling to your new location. If you have pets with you, keep them hydrated
too.
Of
course, hiring professionals from EHMovers or any reputable relocation company in Singapore would make the
moving process a lot easier because they will take care of almost everything.
But even when you have professionals to assist you, you’d still want to get
involved on the day of the move. You’ll still move around and supervise the
move, so make sure you’re hydrated in all these.
Dress appropriately
As you take care of your health, pay
attention to your physical body as well. You wouldn’t want to feel
uncomfortable and sweat like a dripping faucet while the move is ongoing, so
wear the right type of clothing. The right type could mean light and cotton
fabric, a sleeveless top, and comfortable pants or shorts. Wear close-toed shoes
but opt for fabric or breathable material that lets air pass through. Above
all, make sure that it’s comfortable to move under that attire.
Ditch the perishables
As we know, bacteria multiplies more
rapidly when the temperature is high. During the summer months, food spoils
faster. Knowing this, you better empty your fridge from all food. Empty it
entirely so nothing will spoil or rot while you’re on the road. Don’t store any
type f food in any of the boxes. Better leave the perishables behind for less
hassle.
Check for heat-sensitive items
If you have electrical wires and
items that are not properly insulated, make sure you pack them properly with
sufficient protection that they need. Your gadgets should not be exposed under
the summer heat too, especially their batteries.
Some toxic and flammable items like
paint, gasoline, and chemical products should be packed appropriately and
placed in the truck or car away from the direct heat of the sun to avoid any
accidents.
Schedule the move at a very early
time of the day
If possible, start moving hours
before the sun rises. The earlier, the better. Make proper estimation of the
time it will take to do all the steps required in moving. Consider how many
hours will be spent loading your boxes to the truck and how many hours of
travel time you’ll need. Schedule the move early at dawn, with proper time
allocation so that your whole travel time will be before the sunrise. This is a
surefire way to save yourself from the summer heat and from traffic as well.
