Moving in the summer is tough. Moving during a Texas summer takes some dedication. If you are planning to move to Texas, you should prepare for the heat. Here are some suggestions to help you get ready to move in Texas heat.

1. Have Plenty of Water

Before you get started, make sure you have plenty of water on hand. It may be a long day. Consider how many people you are likely to have to help and plan accordingly. For the average adult, most of the medical guidance recommends eight cups a day. In the heat, you may need a bit more.

2. Start Early

The hottest part of the day tends to run from about 10 am to 4 pm. It would be in your best interest and the interests of your moving crew to get started as early as possible. This will allow you to make the most of the cool of the morning. It begins to get light at around 6 am during the summer. If you have everyone arrive at around that time, you might be able to get the majority of your things loaded on to the truck before the day gets too hot. If don’t have too many items and you have a lot of people helping, you may be able to get it all done.

3. Consider Your Home Goods

It is a good idea to remember that not everything was made to endure heat. If you have home goods, such as candles, you might want to consider carrying them in your car or even getting rid of them. If they sit in the back of a hot moving van for a few hours, they may not last anyway.

4. Wear the Right Clothes

It is summer. It is likely you are going to be wearing light-colored, lightweight fabrics that fit loosely anyway. You should be wearing clothing that allows air to circulate and wicks sweat away from your body. Despite the fact that it is summer, you should wear close-toed shoes, simply because you will be working. You do not want to run the risk of pinching your toes or tripping on your flip-flop.

5. Have Cooling Items on Hand

Make sure you have items on hand to help people cool off. You can pack a cooler with damp towels and ice to keep them cool. People can remove those towels when necessary to apply them to a neck, forehead or wrists. Also have portable fans on hand, if possible.

6. Know the Signs of Heat Exhaustion

No matter how well you plan against dehydration, you should still be aware of the signs so that you will know when someone is in trouble. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include head aches, muscle pain, weakness, being light headed and having a dry mouth. If anyone displays any of these symptoms, have them sit in the shade and sip water. If symptoms don’t improve, get them to a doctor.

When moving in the Texas heat, it is best to be prepared. Have plenty of fluids on hand. Also, make sure there are plenty of ways to keep cool. If you start early, you may be able to avoid working during the hottest part of the day. And, if you are prepared, your move should go smoothly.