5 Tips for Moving Furniture in the Seattle Rain

In Seattle, waiting for a sunny day to move might mean waiting until July. Since rain is a constant companion, you need to know how to move without waterlogging your belongings. Here is how pros protect furniture in a downpour.

1. Shrink Wrap is Your Best Friend

Fabric sofas and mattresses act like sponges. We wrap upholstered items in industrial-grade plastic shrink wrap *before* they leave the house. This creates a waterproof seal that keeps rain—and mud—out.

2. Floor Runners for the Hallway

The danger isn't just outside. Tracking mud and water onto your new hardwood floors or carpets is a disaster. Professional movers lay down neoprene floor runners to create a dry, safe path from the door to the room.

3. Towel Off Immediately

Even with wrapping, wood furniture can get damp. We keep dry towels on the truck to wipe down hard surfaces the moment they are under cover, preventing water spots or warping.

4. Prioritize the Load

We load the most water-sensitive items first (deep in the truck) or last (so they are outside for the shortest time), depending on the cover situation at both ends.

5. Don't DIY in a Pickup

Transporting smooth wood or fabric in an open pickup bed during a drizzle is a recipe for damage. Our box trucks are fully enclosed and leak-tested.

Rain is just part of the job for us. Book Z-HAUL to ensure your move stays dry, no matter what the forecast says.