Find the Best Moving Services Company

An unprofessional or inexperienced moving company can cause a great deal of undue stress for you and your family. Finding the best moving company to complete your move will all but ensure a successful move. Within this article are several key tips to increase your chances of finding the best moving company.

• Talk with local real estate agents, friends and family who have recently moved. Rather than relying on the yellow pages to provide you with a listing, these individuals can give you firsthand knowledge about the companies that they have personally worked with.


• Only consider doing business with companies that are bonded, insured and licensed. Moving companies are regulated under federal law and must follow strict guidelines. Working with a company that is properly registered will increase your chances of a successful move.


• Investigate all of the moving companies on your short list to determine any complaints filed against them. You can contact the U.S. Department of Transportation or the Better Business Bureau. Additionally, you can visit MovingScam.com for more information.


• Obtain in-home quotes from at least three separate moving companies. Generally, moving companies will provide you with a quote over the phone or internet. To get the most accurate estimate of the cost of your move it is your responsibility to request that an agent visit your home before giving you a quote.


• Consider the fact that the lowest bid is not always the best value. Price is an important factor in finding the best moving company to meet your needs; however, it should not be the only factor in your decision. Oftentimes, a moving company with an unbelievably low fee is one with little experience.


• Request a written "binding not-to-exceed" estimate. There are two primary types of estimates, binding and non-binding. Non-binding estimates are not backed by contract and provide the customer with little to no rights. A binding estimate is backed by contract and places a cap on the amount you can be charged.


• Follow your instinct. If you feel like the moving company is handling business unprofessionally or outside of the legal limits, don't conduct business with them. Here are several signs of a "shady" moving company:
  
  

• Requesting cash payments.


• Does not have a physical address.


• On the day of the move a rented moving truck arrives rather than a company truck.


• The moving company claims that all your items are automatically covered under their insurance.