If you are planning on moving your house on your
own then you must know how to lift heavy items. Packers and movers and not only
trained to pack items quickly but are also trained to lift heavy items.
A DIY move can be budget friendly but it involves a
lot of work that you might be able to avoid if you had gone ahead with
professional help.
Today, we will share some tips on lifting heavy
items during a DIY move. Here is everything that you need to know!
Examine your heavy items
Heavy items can be mostly furniture that you would
have to move, it could be tables, beds, wardrobes, kitchen cabinets, and so on.
Make sure you try to lift the heavy objects before you start packing them, this
way you already know which items weigh heavy and would need extra energy in
lifting.
Even in a DIY move, you can ask your family members
and friends to help you along. An extra helping hand will always benefit you.
Clean before you move
Before you load the heavy items in your vehicle for
moving, make sure you clear the path. A lot of times when you have things lying
around on your path you may trip and fall, this might not only cause injury to
you but can also damage or break your item.
Lift in a proper position
Lifting a heavy item in itself is a task but you
can seriously damage your posture and back if you are not lifting in the
correct way. Do not be in a rush to pick out heavy items be responsible, bend
your knees, keep your abdominal muscles tight and slowly lift. Contact the right moving company for shifting households goods at an affordable pricing.
Carry slowly
Another important thing to keep in mind when
lifting heavy items is that you must keep them close to your body, this way you
do not have to put extra pressure on your muscles. Take small steps when
lifting heavy items.
Load the item
Once you have reached the vehicle where you would
be loading the items get back on the bent knee, squatting position, and gently
keep the items. Do not put too much strain on your shoulders or back.
