How Do You Find a Reliable Moving Company?

Few projects are as expensive and stressful as moving a home, especially when going to a new city. Moving is tedious and time-consuming,but it is essential to make a list of all items being relocated. And, you should not be satisfied until all your articles reach your new destination in proper order. It is wise to take photographs of expensive or especially sentimental items to verify they make the trip safely.

Draw up a short list of companies you believe to be reliable and affordable. Make sure the companies have been in the moving business for around a decade and have a sufficient network in different cities.Large, integrated companies generally have enough manpower and local service in case you should get stuck with problems. Generally, these companies have adequate staff to control and carry out the entire moving process under their own brand name and network.It is risky to rely on the companies that subcontract to other companies. 

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Make sure that the company you choose owns their own branded vehicles rather than using rented vehicles. Having their own fleet suggests long-term business growth and reliability. And, make sure the rates you are quoted are reasonable.For adequate comparison of the cost of services, call the companies and have them provide an estimate of volume to be moved with the cost per cubic unit, insurance,and all applicable fees included. 

Read the companies’ booklets that provide in writing your rights and responsibilities. And, make sure they have proper licensing in their respective provinces to undertake the moving trade. 

Packed, Moved, Destination Missed!

The #moving industry is expected to increase its market share by 1.1% in the next 10 years. Along with this growth, however, thin profit margins and stiff competition will create an environment in which scammers are ready to fleece customers looking for a good deal. How do you get a good deal to make a move and not get taken advantage of?

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Crooks are in the marketplace to trap clients and extract huge sums of money from them once they have secured the client’s goods in their truck. The client ends up yelling at everyone, and will probably call the police. By the time the authorities respond, the truck may have been moved and many of the goods stolen. This is not a fiction. It is reality. 

Sometimes there are complaints when your goods reach their destination. Articles may be missing or the truck may not even reach your destination at all. After many calls and queries you may give up hope, cursing your choice of mover rather than inquiring properly before disputing a reliable moving company. A reliable, trustworthy mover transports your goods on time as agreed and carefully handles your possessions. 

When deciding to hire a reputable moving company, ask friends if they have used a moving company they would recommend. Or, ask if they know of a reputable moving company. Doing a thorough research on the Internet and reading ratings and feedback written by actual users will give useful information and insights.