Moving can be a stressful experience even when you are not surrounded by endless seas of white snow. And yet, many people choose to move house during the winter. They may do it because that’s the only time they know they will manage go through everything removals are all about. They may also do it because more removal companies tend to be available during the winter and because it can even get cheaper to hire a man and van during the winter months too. While most people move during the summer, September reaches the peak of the season and starting that point, both the availability of the companies and their fees will most likely drop. If you have decided to move this winter (or the next one, for that matter), make sure you read on and follow the next tips. They will make your removals in UK easier to handle and they will also make the whole process safer for you and everyone involved as well. 1.    Keep in mind the fact that two of the most important changes that come with winter (less heat and less sunlight) can affect your removals as well. Thus, you should definitely remember to check if your vehicle’s heating system is properly functional and you should also make sure your lights are good too. Plus, bring some warm clothes to wear throughout the trip and bring some hot drinks with you as well – they will actually help keeping you warm. 2.    Check the weather forecast. It is quite likely that you will start your moving process well ahead of time (most likely, at least 6 months before the actual moving date). This means that you will not be able to predict 100% what the weather will be like on the moving day. However, keep in mind the fact that you can leave one-two days before/after the actual moving date off, so that you can have a bit of flexibility in case the weather gets really bad (which is likely, considering it is winter outside). If the weather forecast announces really bad weather, it is better to postpone your moving a bit rather than take the risk of going through with it. 3.    Drive safely. If you are not hiring a moving company that will drive your van as well and if you would much rather drive yourself, make sure you do it safely. Of course, this is true regardless of when you choose to move (or to drive, for that matter), but winters tend to be trickier so be double-cautious. Don’t drive if you are tired, don’t speed up, check your breaks and make sure they are working and take all the safety measures necessary to have a trip as safe as possible. 4.    Be prepared. While you can plan a lot of things related to your winter removals, you should also be prepared for the unexpected as well. Bring shovels, sand and all the tools necessary to get yourself out of the snow in case you get stuck. Check with the motels that can be found along the way to your new home too (in case you need to sleep the night over somewhere). Also, create a list of emergency contacts you will be able to call if something goes wrong. Bear in mind that your phone may discharge more rapidly, so it might be a good idea for you to bring an extra phone (or one of those mobile rechargers as well).