How To Choose a Moving Company

by | Dec 3, 2013 | Moving and Relocating

Moving can be a stressful experience whether you are moving across town or across the county. The moving company you choose should make the process easier for you and your family. Whether you need a full-service mover or just people to move your heavy furniture and boxes into a truck and deliver them to your new home, there are a few guidelines you should follow before you sign a contract.

When you contact moving companies, don’t expect them to give you an estimate over the phone. A reputable moving company will come to your home to make an estimate based on the size and weight of the items they will need to move. Be sure to show the moving company everything you are taking with you so you can get accurate estimates. If you will be leaving, giving away or discarding some of your property, tell your movers which things you will not be taking as well.

Check the Better Business Bureau rating for any moving company you consider hiring. The length of the company’s record with the Better Business Bureau can be more telling than the number of complaints. Expect one or two complaints against any moving company that has been in business for many years. However, a clean record doesn’t mean much if the company’s record is less than six months old.

To find the movers flower mound homeowners prefer, ask your friends, neighbors or coworker or turn to social network sites for a referral. When people are happy with their moving experience, they are happy to share. Those who had bad experiences with their mover may also be more than happy to save others from the trauma they went though. Broken items, lost boxes, costs over the estimate and unprofessional behavior are some common complaints about movers.

There are many differences between moving companies. Taking the time to research Better Business Bureau ratings and licensing, get in-home estimates and ask for referrals from friends, family and social networks can help you have a pleasant moving experience with all of your belongings getting to your new home in the same condition as they were in when you left.

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