Whether your reason is a career change, better opportunity, family reasons or personal choice, relocating or moving to a new place is big deal. Let’s admit that is isn’t an easy task but tedious and stressful. You will need to consider options and will profit by listening to sound advice from moving experts.
Here are 3 easy guidelines in choosing a mover:
ü Conduct a little research on long distance movers. You can visit consumer review websites to check out what others are saying about their service.
ü Ask questions to understand how their moving services work; including things like parking, transit times, and how long you have to load/unload. You can even ask a representative if you do not have a clear picture of your expectations—that’s what they’re for!
ü Consider amount you pay and the quality of service given. It is true that you get what you pay for but it does not follow that good service will only be available from the most expensive movers. A good company will move your belongings safely and within a realistic time frame, at a reasonable cost.
Moving experts consider these factors as most important:
1. Your real-estate agent is the best person to help you find a good mover. Although friends and family are always good sources but real estate agents know the ins and outs of the housing industry and are the most reliable sources.
2. Make company investigation by checking you areas’ Better Business Bureau and local commerce group.
3. Have a representative from the moving company visit your home and physically look at the logistics and what has to be moved. Good companies will spend 20 minutes or more with a potential client answering questions and giving packing tips.
4. Get at least 3 estimates for movers. You will opt to choose what meets your requirements.
5. Have them prepare a contract that covers everything – stating every detail without any hidden charges. Tipping is customary, but down to the level of the customer’s own discretion. Without any contract on the move, there’s no record of sale.
6. Inquire about the claims process. In case of damages, a good mover has a sound claim process whereby you can recover your loss. A reputable company has an internal quality-control department and a contact to help you with your claim.
7. The movers conduct drug tests and background checks for their staff that will enter your home, be responsible for the safety of your property and close contact with your loved ones. With today’s technology, you can get a pretty good insight into a person’s background.”
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8. Be wary of Internet movers; be sure that they are the right persons you can trust. Unfortunately, the Internet paves an easy way for scam artists to prey on consumers.
9. View the actual trucks used. Are they are clean and well-kept? The condition of the truck is a good indication of how your furniture will be treated.
10. Some companies require a down payment or deposit as high as 25% of the total move. But reputable companies do not require you to pay everything upfront. Nevertheless, with any deposit, consumers should make sure it is refundable, because the closing could always fall through.
Moving experts will advise you to find a company that is reliable and will get your belongings moved safely.
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