Howdy! I am planning to move to the southeast part of Michigan around this new years. I am excited to get out of my state and see what other parts of the USA have to offer. But one thing that really worries me, and that I wanted to reach out about, is the winters in the north.

I’m moving from Texas, so for the most part, snow or ice is rare, and it usually meant the whole city shut down for a few days if it happened that year. And now I need to coordinate a moving truck up to Michigan, which from what I know, snow is to be expected? Do y’all have any tips for dealing with this?

I’ll also be moving into a suburb area, is there anything I need to know about that? I’ve heard shoveling snow is kinda important, is that true? How often do you need to shovel snow?

Thanks y’all

  • helloworld55@lemm.eeOPEnglish
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    1 month ago

    Ah I didn’t even consider the ice scraper and winter shoes. I wouldn’t even know what kind to buy for that

    • HuntressHimbo@lemm.eeEnglish
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      1 month ago

      Look for something like snow boots. Generally all you really need is something that comes up a bit above the ankle so the snow doesn’t come in the top and are waterproof. Spending longer out in the snow you might want to go with a boot with some kind of inner lining for warmth as well.

      For ice scrapers a cheap one will do just fine, usually they come with a brush on one end and a scraper on the other. I find that I have to scrape my windshield the majority of winter days to get rid of the small shell of ice that forms from dew on your car. If you have remote start or can start your car a bit before you have to leave the defrost can help you avoid this somewhat