Typically, moving involves significant life changes, even if you’re only moving across town. However, if you’re uprooting completely, this adds additional challenges and stresses. Finding a household mover that you’re comfortable with can help to make your move seamless.
To make your upcoming move a worry-free experience, connecting with the right mover can make a difference, especially if you seek additional services, such as packing and unpacking. Here are four tips to help.
1. Seek Referrals
To begin your quest to find the right moving company, talk to people you trust. Individuals you should ask include family, friends, neighbors, and recently moved colleagues. If no one you know has recommendations, your realtor might be able to help you. In addition, referrals from people who were happy with the services they received can give you a good feeling of reassurance.
2. Get Written Estimates
Generally, a good rule of thumb is to try to get at least three estimates from moving companies as you start your planning. Remember that you might get three drastically different estimates, which is not uncommon. This is because every moving company has another way of estimating the costs associated with a move.
Ask each company what they include in the estimate and whether the estimate is binding or non-binding. For your convenience, many companies also offer virtual surveys. Once you have your estimates, you can look at overall costs, what you’re receiving, and if a mover’s process aligns with what you’ll need.
The bottom line, understand what’s involved with each estimate and ask questions. This way, you don’t find any surprises.
3. Ask the Mover About Their Process
Understanding how the moving process will go alleviates stress and gives you the information you need to decide which mover to hire. Ask the following questions.
- How do you take inventory of my belongings?
- What is your scheduling procedure?
- How will you calculate the costs of my move?
- Can I expect my possessions to arrive on a specific date?
- Will there be additional fees I should know about?
- What are your non-allowable items?
- What do your packing and unpacking services entail?
- Will I be able to contact the driver or have another direct contact to ask questions?
Understanding a mover’s process will help you make the right decision for you.
4. Ask the Movers Company-Specific Questions
Like any other professional company you’d contract with, it’s helpful to know who you’re doing business with. Asking questions not just helps familiarize you with the process but can serve as a “getting to know you” session.
- How long has your company been in business?
- Does your company have the required state and local licenses?
- Are you registered with the FMCSA? (for interstate moves)
- Do you have references you can provide?
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It can be complicated for most people to pack up and unpack an entire household, whether moving just miles down the road or out of state. Hiring an experienced professional mover that can handle the heavy stuff makes the process much easier and stress-free.
Are you ready to plan your move? Contact us today for a free quote! We’re happy to answer any questions you have about the services we provide.