Advantages & Disadvantages of Moving in the Fall

By Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group 

Advantages:

1. The weather is usually good

If you decide to move in summer, you will most likely have to cope with high temps along with humidity. In other words, you can expect to sweat lots as you load and unload your stuff. Alternatively, the winter season conditions can make moving cold, miserable, and in many cases hazardous.

The autumn is a great time to move as you stay away from extremes of cold and hot. Fall temperatures are usually enjoyable, and you probably will not have to worry about snowy or frozen driving conditions.

2. Professional movers may have cheaper rates

Summer is usually the peak season for moving. Considering that fall comes after peak season, you might be able to get a better price when working with a moving company in Colorado Springs.

3. Professional movers may have more availability

Another benefit of moving through the fall months is that the moving company may be in a better spot to accommodate your moving dates, since their schedule isn't as packed.

Disadvantages:

1. It could be more difficult to sell your house

If you do not presently rent and have not sold your house yet, then autumn could be a tough time of the year to have a purchaser to close on it. However, we must say that in the current market, this might not be too much of a problem.

2. It can be tricky to "settle into" a new residence right before the holidays

A lot of people are absorbed with the holiday season, either on a personal or a business level. Moving to a different location can be anxious at any time and might be doubly so just before the most busy time of the year (at least for many individuals). Furthermore, in case you have kids, you will need to really coordinate the move so they can transition into a new location with minimum stress - and fall may not be the best time to make that materialize.

3. The weather may be erratic

Autumn conditions are usually pleasant, and free of extremes in temps or humidity. Even so, there may be still a component of volatility regarding fall weather patterns. For example, should you be relocating to or from a northern climate, there is always the possibility that an unanticipated snowstorm will strike at the end of fall - potentially in November, or even October! There is also a chance that you will have to deal with an unexpected heat wave, or rapid falls in temperature.

Keep in mind, whether you decide to move in the fall or not, you should always consider getting the aid of professional movers to make your transition as effortless as possible. If you are looking for a reputable moving company that will help you with your move, get in touch with A-1 Freeman Moving Group in Colorado Springs today. We would be glad to help!