It’s easy to get hurt moving your family to a new home. The experts at Movers.com have released their recommendations for Camden, New Jersey homeowners to avoid injuries during out-of-state moves. The company also helps customers find affordable moving services.
Urban legend tells us that enduring three moves is as hard on our belongings as a housefire. And if it's that hard on a couch, imagine what it does to the body lifting it.
Moving is hard, even for professionals. It can be especially physically demanding if you're unfamiliar with the difficulties of moving. Following a new list of tips and tricks from the pros at Movers.com can help Camden, New Jersey homeowners avoid injuries moving out-of-state.
To check out recommendations from the pros, visit https://www.movers.com/moving-guides/moving-day-safety-tips.html
Moving often requires flexibility and quick thinking, but you still need to plan ahead to avoid accidents. Impulsive decisions don’t usually pair well with stairs, heavy boxes, and fragile belongings. By using a little preparation, amateur movers can prevent pulled muscles, falls, and even broken bones.
Loading a truck is a major workout, and you should prepare your body like you would for a 5K or pick-up basketball game. Stretching before lifting heavy boxes can help ward off muscle strains - and that includes stretching your thighs and core, as well as your arms and back. You should hold each stretch for at least 30 seconds without bouncing, unless you feel pain.
After loosening your muscles, take care to make sure you're lifting boxes properly to prevent back injuries. Be sure to bend at your knees rather than the waist, and lift with your legs instead of your back. Try to twist and jerk as little as possible. Make sure your boxes aren't overloaded, and carry them close to your body rather than at arm’s length.
Using tools isn't cheating - it's a smart way to maximize your strength and energy. Hand trucks, stair rollers, and dollies can help keep the strain off your back when moving heavier items. Not all dollies are the same - two-wheeled models are designed for appliances; four-wheeled units move furniture. Use straps to keep these oversized items in place on their dollies; use sliders to move them within a room.
Planning on "paying" your friends with soda and pizza? Think again. Bodies need proper nutrition to fuel all that hard work. Make sure you and your helpers drink plenty of water to stay hydrated - caffeinated drinks like coffee and soda can actually dehydrate the body. Consider eating protein and whole grains like deli sandwiches, rather than simple carbohydrates like donuts and chips. And make sure you take breaks rather than pushing through fatigue or pain. Most importantly, be realistic about limitations, what’s possible, and what’s safe.
When you find items that are too difficult for amateurs to move, check out Movers.com. The site can help you find labor, trucks, and other services in Camden, New Jersey, as well as other cities. And if you have limited time or mobility, you can get quotes to hire a full-service moving agency to sort, pack, and load your belongings. Hiring a moving company can be expensive, but Movers.com features tools and no-cost estimates to find local professionals offering the best rates available in your area.
Founded in 1994 by a relocation expert with 30 years in the industry, Movers.com has extensive connections in the moving world. The company fosters a network of more than 500 screened moving companies operating locally, nationally, and internationally; and also has ties to other moving-related services. During its tenure, Movers.com has reliably served more than 750,000 customers.
You can get more do-it-yourself tips, or get a no-obligation quote at https://www.movers.com/moving-companies/nj-new-jersey/camden/cheap-movers.html
