Moving to Hampton, NH, was a dream that I had longed for. Now that I finally live near the beach, I have come to understand what a difficult task relocating to the coast is. At the seaside, I have to deal with harsh weather, narrow roads, and limited parking spaces. 

At first, I thought relocating would be easy and did not require much planning. However, looking for parking permits, planning the move in relation to the tides, and ensuring that the furniture made it to the new place without being damaged caused a lot of concern. That’s when I finally chose to go with Movers Hampton NH. Best choice ever.

Expert Planning for a Coastal Move

The second I began interacting with the movers, I could almost guarantee that they had prior experience moving to the coast. They made sure to inquire about the building dimensions and the furniture too, but they also wanted to know if there was parking available, the street size, and if there were any extreme weather conditions coming up.

Living near the coast is nice, but the ever-changing weather can be a hassle. Hampton movers looked at the weather forecast and scheduled my move for the best time possible. Ensuring that my move took place during a time of low wind and no rain made the process much easier.

Equally, they were aware that space for parking is limited around the beach vicinity, more so during tourist season. Instead of leaving it up to me, they took care of the entire process of applying for temporary parking permits, so that the truck could go as close to my new place as possible. This saved time and minimized the risk of damage during unloading.

Protecting Belongings from Coastal Elements

One thing I did not think of is how the proximity to the beach can affect the electronic appliances and furnishings due to air salt content and humidity. Movers Hampton NH had that covered. They made provisions to bring additional cover to shield the furniture from being damaged, particularly during unloading when the items would be vulnerable to open air.

Soft furnishings, wooden furniture, and electronics were all carefully wrapped in moisture proof coverings. They even suggested and recommended waiting for a duration of at least 24 hours before plugging in any electronics to adjust the temperature and humidity– a trick I would certainly have never thought of by myself.

Navigating Narrow Roads and Coastal Traffic

Another major challenge was getting a large moving truck through Hampton’s narrow, beachside streets, especially on a weekend when tourists pack the area. The movers timed the entire relocation to avoid peak traffic hours and used smaller shuttle vehicles to transport my belongings from the main truck to my front door when street access was too tight.

Their knowledge of the local roads and traffic patterns saved hours of potential delays. Without that insider knowledge, I probably would have been stuck in traffic or forced to reschedule the move.

Fast, Efficient Unpacking and Setup

As soon as we arrived at my new home, the team got to work quickly unloading and setting everything up, while also paying attention to the nuances of a coastal property—like placing all furniture away from the direct breeze from the sea and ensuring all heavy items were properly anchored in case of strong winds. 

They even gave me some practical suggestions about maintaining furniture in coastal environments, such as regularly wiping down metal surfaces to avoid rust build up, and using dehumidifiers to manage moisture levels.

Why Local Expertise Made the Difference

Using a moving company could have resulted in automatic parking tickets and missing the move due to weather, but Movers Hampton NH handled everything professionally. Their expertise was very helpful to me. 

The local attention, experience with beachside properties, and understanding of the area’s specific challenges made what could have been a complicated process smooth and stress-free.