{"id":1273,"date":"2019-06-07T08:00:52","date_gmt":"2019-06-07T14:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/?p=1273"},"modified":"2019-06-07T18:05:45","modified_gmt":"2019-06-08T00:05:45","slug":"moving-to-houston-this-summer-here-are-6-tips-to-survive-the-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/moving-to-houston-this-summer-here-are-6-tips-to-survive-the-move\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving to Houston This Summer? Here are 6 Tips to Survive the Move"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n

School\u2019s out and summer is here, which can only mean one thing: moving time! Many families choose to wait until the end of the school year before they move, to help make the transition into a new area as smooth as possible for their children. While summer is the perfect time to move, it can be tough to adjust to a city like Houston \u2014 known for scorching temperatures, sunny days, and high humidity. Whether you\u2019re transitioning from the East Coast, West Coast, or Midwest, we\u2019ve got you covered on the best tips for surviving your first big move<\/a> to gorgeous Houston:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pack smart<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Between the heat and humidity of Houston, you may notice your packing boxes are feeling a little damp. That\u2019s because cardboard tends to trap all that extra moisture in the air. Not only does this put your treasured belongings at risk of damage and mold, it also causes the tape to peel away. To avoid your box breaking open during your move, it\u2019s important to add at least two or three layers of tape or invest in moisture-resistant, heavy-duty packaging tape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protect your furniture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s nothing better than a bright sunny day in Houston, but too much sun exposure<\/a> can actually cause your wooden furniture to peel or crack if it comes in direct contact with sunlight. Fortunately, you can protect your furniture by wrapping any wooden pieces in towels or blankets during the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start early<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Houston heat can be brutal, especially for\nthose who are moving from cooler regions. An average summer day in Houston<\/a> reaches about\n93 degrees, so it\u2019s important to start your move as early as possible to avoid\nthe blistering heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dress accordingly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Wear light materials and avoid dark colors,\nwhich absorb heat, to make moving day as comfortable as possible. If you are\ncarrying heavy boxes inside, it\u2019s best to choose close-toed shoes and\nlightweight pants to protect your legs and feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wear sunscreen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Believe it or not, most of moving day is spent\noutside, carrying boxes from the moving truck into your new home. That\u2019s why\nyou must make sure your skin is protected all day long. Invest in an SPF 30+\nsunscreen and reapply every few hours to avoid sun damage and sunburn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plan your meals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Moving is a long and daunting process,\nespecially if you have young children and pets. It isn\u2019t until you start\npacking that you realize just how much stuff you really have! That\u2019s why you\nmust make sure to plan accordingly. With Houston\u2019s hot, humid climate, you may\nfind yourself sweating throughout the day. To avoid fatigue and dehydration,\ncarry a water bottle at all times and pack plenty of snacks that can hold you\nover until your next meal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

School\u2019s out and summer is here, which can only mean one thing: moving time! Many families choose to wait until the end of the school year before they move, to help make the transition into a new area as smooth as possible for their children. While summer is the perfect time to move, it can<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1274,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"image","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,47],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1273","post","type-post","status-publish","format-image","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","category-houston","post_format-post-format-image"],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1273","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1273"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1273\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1275,"href":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1273\/revisions\/1275"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1274"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1273"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1273"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.colonylimo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1273"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}