(Newswire.net — April 6, 2020) —
Moving from one state to the next is always a challenging and stressful process. Between packing all of your items, coordinating a professional move service, and finding a new place to live, the process can be hard on anyone. With the recent outbreak of COVID-19 all over the country and world, the process of moving has suddenly become even more challenging. There are several things that you should know when you are moving states during the pandemic and quarantine.
State Requirements and Expectations
One thing that you will need to know when you are looking to move states during the pandemic and quarantine is the current law and expectations for any state that you will travel through. While you may currently be in a place that it is OK and generally acceptable to go outside and live life as normal, other areas of the country will have a much different outlook. In fact, some tasks that you may need to do in your new location may not be possible due to lockdown. It is important that you carefully assess the rules in each location that you will be traveling through and act accordingly.
Are Service Providers Still Open
Another factor to consider when you are moving from one state to another is if your service providers are still open and operating. Today, many locations have limited the businesses that can be open to only essential businesses. This may prohibit some moving and cleaning businesses from continuing to operate during local lockdowns. It is important that you contact the moving company to see if they are open and still able to provide you with the services that you need.
What Cleansing and Protection Processes are Being Used
As you are looking to move, it is important that you also understand the cleaning and protection processes that your service providers are putting in place. If you are using a moving company, you are going to have several individuals walking through your home and touching all of your personal belongings. Due to this, it is important that they are taking the right precautions to prevent the spread of germs. When you call the moving company, they should be able to tell you what exactly is being done. Some services can include ensuring that all movers are wearing masks and gloves, those with symptoms are not allowed to work, and some could even provide services to disinfect your belongings when they arrive.
Are Real Estate Transactions Still Occurring?
If you are moving from one home to the next in a new state, it is important that you confirm that your real estate transaction will still take place. The real estate market across the country has slowed considerably. Due to lockdowns, it can be hard for people to see homes that they want to buy and state agencies have slowed, which can make it harder to process closings. This can affect both the home you are selling and buying. Also, if you are going to move into a new rental unit, it is important to confirm that the prior tenant will be moved out and that your lease is still effectuated. Before you do move, it is important to confirm that your new home will still be ready for you.
Cleanliness of New Home
Finally, before you move into your new property, it is important to know that your new home is clean and ready for you. Ideally, you should hire a cleaning service to do a deep clean of the entire home. This will help to ensure that the floor, counters and all other fixtures in the property are properly disinfected and cleared of the virus. This will give you a safe place to live and relax once you have moved into your new home.
If you are looking to move from one state to the next, the process is always a challenge. With the recent outbreak and pandemic, it can be even more difficult. While the current quarantine and pandemic come with some challenges, there are several things that you should know that can help to make this process smoother and safer for all people involved.