Columbus moving companies know that sometimes, unfortunately, you cannot avoid moving during the winter. We put our home up for sale and months go by without a successful offer; But, the holidays roll around, and someone finally puts in a bid so that they can be in their new home at the start of the New Year. When this is the case and you live in Columbus or are moving to Columbus, it is always best to hire a professional mover in order to handle the process for you.

If you are not a Columbus native, you can expect some very cold, rainy, and snow-filled winter months. Typically, the month of January sees temperatures of around 33 degrees, followed by an average temperature of 34 degrees in February. Precipitation can range anywhere from two to four inches of rain or snow, and some sunny yet cold days.

When tackling a move to Columbus, Ohio in January, you should expect very cold conditions and plan accordingly for rain, snow, and ice. If you are lucky enough for it to be sunny outside, it will still be cold, so dress accordingly.

The Columbus movers at All My Sons Moving & Storage also recommend that you make sure that you keep your current and future home warm at all times by keeping the heat on and the doors closed. Even though your movers will be going in and out with your belongings, making sure to close the door each time will keep everyone much more comfortable.

Prevent slips and falls by lining all walkways with towels, bed sheets, or extra cardboard boxes.

Last, but not least, by hiring a full-service moving and packing company in Columbus, you and your family will be able to focus on staying safe and warm, while letting the professionals handle the stress of a cold, winter move.