Moving during the summertime does have its perks: the kids are out of school and the roads are not covered in snow and ice. However, for these benefits, there is a heavy price to pay. In the literal sense, that price could be up to 40% more, but figuratively speaking there are many other great costs associated with peak season moving.
The busiest time for movers is June through August, although by May most are already charging peak season rates. This means that scheduling is difficult, some delays in pick-ups and drop-offs are inevitable, and movers are less likely negotiate the additional services you may require. If you are working with a broker beware because moving companies are busy with their own customers. They will have less of a need for broker jobs, leaving your pick-up as one they will only “squeeze in” when they can. Even if you are moving yourself, most truck rental companies and DIY services charge based on the season. Of course if you are moving in or around one of the northern states, it may be worth it to deal with all this because you will probably have even more issues with the winter weather. If you live around the southern states like Florida, then winter moving deserves some serious consideration.
For example, LocalMovers.com is based in sunny South Florida. If we were to be planning a move, what sense would make to pay the extra cash and deal with all hassles just to move when it is hot, muggy, and, as summertime in Miami always is, very rainy? During the summer months we have the constant concern of tropical storms and hurricanes that can bring all Miami movers to a standstill. The only upside is that the children are out of school, but then again, Miami local movers don't mind working winter break. Winter in Florida is dry and temperatures remain favorable with lows that only occasionally dip into the upper 40’s. This is great moving weather whether you are doing it yourself or hiring professionals. Prices during these times are at their lowest, especially from December to February.
With that said, if you don’t have a need to move in the summer, don’t. So do yourself a favor, if you are looking to hire Miami moving companies or any other southern moving services, or even if you are just planning to rent a truck and do it yourself, avoid the peak season. You will only cause yourself extra stress and aggravation on top of the anxiety that naturally accompanies any relocation, and all you will have to show for it will be a lighter wallet.
