Inauspicious to Move During Lunar July? 3 Must-Do Tasks Before Moving-in
As the 7th Lunar Month approaches, there is always a common myth circulating in the community: whether one can move house during the Lunar 7th Month (Ghost Month/Ghost Festival)? Will moving during Ghost Month invite bad luck? Every year at this time, numerous families preparing to move face the same concerns. This article will summarize the taboos to be aware of when moving during Ghost Month, as well as the cleaning tasks to pay attention to before and after moving, allowing homeowners to deploy comprehensively and enjoy their new home life with peace of mind!
Customs and Origins of the Ghost Month
The “Ghost Month” falls in the 7th month of the lunar calendar each year. Its customs are mainly related to Taoism and folk beliefs. It is believed that during this month, the spirits of the underworld come to the human realm. To appease these spirits, people hold various rituals and activities, such as placing offerings in public places and setting water lanterns afloat in water bodies, guiding the spirits to find their way home. This also represents remembrance and commemoration of departed loved ones.
Is it Inauspicious to Move House During Ghost Month
According to traditional folk beliefs, as Ghost Month is a period of “heavier Yin energy,” it is generally advised to avoid activities like moving house, getting married, starting work, or breaking ground during this time to prevent taboos and bad luck. However, some believe that the prohibition against moving house during Ghost Month is a traditional myth. Basically, one just needs to choose an auspicious day for moving in and avoid moving in on the first day of the month, the fifteenth day, or during nighttime. Therefore, before selecting a moving day, while respecting traditional beliefs, one should also rationally assess the actual situation to avoid excessive superstition and panic.
3 Key Tips for Peace of Mind Before Moving into Your New Home
While choosing an auspicious day is important, there are many preparations worth paying more attention to and arranging in advance before formally moving into the unit, especially in terms of Home Cleaning and Pest Control. 3 Key Tips for peace of mind require careful attention!
Entire Home Deep Cleaning Service
During the renovation period, a large amount of dust, powder, lime, plaster, paint, wood chips, and other dirt accumulates. Simply arranging a domestic helper (hourly) for basic cleaning is far from sufficient.
Johnson Group Entire Home Deep Cleaning Service includes: Basic Areas (kitchen, bathroom, living room, bedroom), Fabric Furniture Cleaning, Air-conditioner Cleaning, Wall, Ceiling, Floor & Glass Window Cleaning, meticulously cleaning every detail inside the house, allowing you to move in with peace of mind, worry-free & enjoy your comfortable new home!
VOC (Formaldehyde) Removal
During renovations, formaldehyde can be released into the indoor air from newly purchased furniture, paint, compressed wood materials, and furniture, with concentrations often exceeding standards by 2 to 3 times, threatening personal and family health.
Johnson Group provides Professional VOC (Formaldehyde) Removal Service using RAE® monitoring tools to collect real-time data. Our professional team then uses the Miele Allergy Vacuum Cleaner to deep clean various locations and spray SafePRO® Formaldehyde (VOC) & Odour Remover to eliminate formaldehyde and volatile organic compounds (VOC). After the service, we will provide a test report for customers to compare the indoor air quality before and after the service.
Johnson Group’s Green Pest Control Service
Johnson Group’s Pest Control Service prioritizes green environmental practices, employing physical and low-toxicity methods to eliminate common pests such as cockroaches, ants, fleas, bed bugs, rats, mosquitoes, and more.
We cater to a wide range of clients, from households to government agencies and businesses, offering on-site inspections, customized solutions, and thorough follow-up services. With over 70 years of industry expertise, our Professional Team ensures comprehensive pest problem resolution to every residential and commercial client.
