Moving day is a big day no matter what so don’t worry about going all ham or beast mode on moving day. Go a good pace as usually moving is an all-day event. It also helps to utilize a dolly. Can’t stress this enough. As moving over the last 100 years has not changed. The only advantage we have is technology. Work smarter and not harder such as straps and dollies and or furniture sliders. You can rent or buy these items from most moving companies.
Here are some easy tips to not break your back while moving:
- Plan heavy and light boxes
- It goes without saying but lift with your legs
- Get the proper help and use the proper tools
- If moving heavy large objects protect the edges of the doorways as they tend to get hit first
- Either using Clement wrap or blankets it’s always good to wrap your delicates like wooden furniture
- Finally if possible disassemble as much as possible
If you move too fast, usually the first indicator is back pain. Back injuries are extremely common while moving as the work endured is usually intensive and not done every day. If you do not lift the heavy boxes and furniture correctly, an injury can easily occur to the lower back, Always lift with the legs.