Research On Moving Company

By | October 14, 2008

Research the moving company such that you won’t get caught with a mover that is consistently late, charges high above the estimate, or deals in any other shady practices. The following are some of the research tips you need to follow at the time of moving to a new dallas tx apartment:

  • Check with the Better Business Bureau to see if any complaints have been filed against the company.
  • Check if the mover is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, of the U.S.
  • Department of Transportation that is the website lists only “interstate” companies those that can move from one state to another. Note: You may use an interstate mover, even if you’re moving within a state.
  • Check if the mover belongs to any trade organizations, such as the American Moving & Storage Association or a state movers association.
  • Ask your friends, neighbors, and coworkers for companies they’ve used and liked. There is nothing like a positive evaluation from a trusted individual or someone who has similar needs as you.
  • Ask if the company has a “dispute settlement program”. This is confident sign that their mission is to serve you well.
  • Check whether the moving is insured or bonded. Most reputable companies will offer some kind of insurance against damage to your goods or the premises.
  • Get estimates from more than one company
  • After you have found several reliable companies, ask them for a free estimate. You may ask for an estimate over the phone or the Internet, especially if you are short on time. Nevertheless, it is always most accurate to have a representative come to your residence and see how much will be moved.
  • Beware of movers who refuse to perform on-site estimates; this is a sign of an untrustworthy mover.

These are the guide lines you need to go at the time of researching the hiring company for your new denver apartment move.

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