The summer is the most popular time of the year to move. No matter when you are relocating, moving is stressful. When you move during the summer you are going to face some challenges, especially if you are moving to or from a hot climate.  All My Sons Austin has created this list of tips for a successful summertime move.

Since summer is the prime time for moving, you want to plan ahead. It’s the busiest season for moving companies, so if you plan on hiring packing services in Austin, you want to start researching companies early. The best moving companies will fill up their schedules quickly, so it’s recommended to start looking into things about six to eight weeks out. Make sure you research and talk to several different companies and obtain quotes from all of them.

Whether you’ve hired packing services in Austin or plan to do the moving yourself, you want to beat the heat. You should try to schedule your move early in the morning while it is still relatively cool. Do not forget to stay hydrated and wear light clothing, so you remain cool.

If possible, you should try to move on the weekdays. Most people move at the beginning and end of months and on the weekends. If you can not move on a weekday, just try to avoid Memorial Day weekend and the last weekend of July. If you book last minute, it will not be easy to find a moving company, and if you even find one, you will be forced to pay hiked-up fees.