Tips for Moving in the Fall to Make Your Move Easier

If you’ve ever tried to book movers in July, you know how fast the calendar fills up. Fall tends to be a calmer story. The summer rush has wound down, the temperatures are easier on everyone carrying a couch up the stairs, and winter’s worst weather hasn’t arrived yet. That doesn’t mean a fall move runs itself. From the leaf-covered driveways of Atlanta, GA to the first frosty mornings in Boise, ID, shorter days, changing weather, and a few seasonal chores can catch you off guard. This guide covers what to plan for so your move goes smoothly. Peak season and moving costs work in your favor Peak moving season runs through the summer months, when demand for movers, truck rentals, and storage is at its highest. Once it’s back-to-school time and vacations are over, demand usually drops, and that can mean more choices and more flexibility on your timeline. Mark Van Ryswyk of Catchouse points out that fewer people moving can work to your advantage, noting that movers, inspectors, and lenders are “less booked than in peak summer season, which can mean more scheduling flexibility and sometimes better rates on moving services.” Even so, the start and end of the month tend to stay busy, so b...