Here s how to relocate safely amid covid 19.
Where to get free moving boxes during covid.
By taking extra safety precautions and minimizing social contact you can still move safely.
Guidelines and restrictions vary state to state.
You can probably move to a new state during covid 19 but we recommend you check with your moving company and local government offices to see if your move has been affected by orders restricting travel and gatherings.
That has several implications for your move.
The coronavirus can live on cardboard for as long as 24 hours so now is not the time to be picking up free moving supplies from places that are recycling.
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5 tips for moving during covid 19.
Follow this expert advice on moving during the coronavirus pandemic to help you stay safe and healthy throughout the process in the midst of the covid 19 outbreak.
That being said moving is still not considered essential travel in some places so sheltering in place is recommended if at all possible.
The coronavirus has been found to live on cardboard for up to 24 hours so this might not be the time to pick up used moving supplies from stores that are.
But right now it s worth shelling out the money to buy new boxes davis said.
Seamless and stress free as possible.
It wasn t uncommon for people to reuse boxes from the grocery store in an effort to save.
If you re concerned about having enough supplies let your moving company know so they can be sure to bring them along for use during the move.
In normal times i recommend scoring free boxes for moving from liquor stores or friends.
The novel coronavirus covid 19 is transforming the way our society operates.
Moving is always hard.
Moving during a global health crisis.
Don t use free or recycled moving boxes.
5 tips for moving out safely during the coronavirus pandemic if you must.
Social distancing and best practices provided by the cdc are both helping our nation in its fight against this pandemic.
Moving during a pandemic is emotionally and physically exhausting on a new level.
Don t use plastic bins either the coronavirus can survive up to a day on cardboard but three days on plastic.
Studies show that the coronavirus lives for up to 24 hours on cardboard.
However during the coronavirus pandemic it s safer to buy brand new moving supplies.