Tips for Hiring a Professional Mover - The Snyder Group Relocation Service

When you select a moving company, you usually schedule a pickup and delivery date and sign a contract with the movers who will be transporting your belongings. Then, on moving day, you’re at your new address and all your belongings are in a moving truck in front of the house. In some cases, the movers have attached additional fees onto your bill and will threaten to keep your things if you don’t pay up. 
To keep this unfortunate scenario from happening, there are 10 things you can do to avoid the hassle of dealing with an unprofessional moving company.

1. Research the moving companies you’re considering. See which businesses are known for doing quality work, and ask for referrals from family and friends. It’s also a good idea to check with the Better Business Bureau to see if the moving company you’re thinking about hiring is listed.
2. Always get more than one estimate before making your final decision. If you’re moving to another state, you’ll be charged based on the weight of the items that are being moved, as well as the distance the movers will have to travel and special packing methods that may be necessary for your furniture. It’s best to have a relocation consultant come to your home to evaluate your belongings and give you an idea on how much you’ll spend on moving expenses. Never accept an estimate over the phone.
3. Ensure that the movers are aware of everything that needs to be packed and moved. If anything is added to the list that wasn’t in the original estimate, your cost will increase. If the movers will have to park far away from your home or new address, you’ll be charged extra for labor.
4. Make sure that you get homeowners insurance before you move to make sure your belongings are covered when they’re in your home. However, it’s also important to buy relocation insurance, so that your furniture and valuable items are insured as you’re commuting to your new place.
5. Read the contract from the moving company very carefully. The mover will give you a bill of lading, which is a legal agreement between the company and the customer. Make sure you understand everything in the document before you sign it. You must pay for the moving service on the date the contract suggests, and should ensure that the name of the moving company, along with the address of the moving company and the time of pickup.
6. Don’t be afraid to ask questions about the contract. Make sure the pay rates and delivery dates are clearly stated in the contract. Don’t worry if the movers have to wait a few minutes for you to look the contract over. Moving scams are quite common, and a reputable company will understand your desire to thoroughly read through your contract.
7. Plan your move during the winter. If you move between the months of October and April, chances are you’ll get a better rate on moving services. The time between June and September is very busy for moving companies, so if you need to move during this time, be sure to call the company as far in advance as possible to lock in the best price.
8. Stick with your original delivery date. If you have to change the date the movers come to your home, especially if you do so at the last minute, you’ll likely end up paying extra.
9. Check your inventory to ensure that none of your items were stolen or damaged. The moving company is responsible for this, so note any damage you fine on the inventory sheet when your furniture is delivered.
10. Perhaps most importantly, make sure the moving company you’re working with is legitimate. Stop by the company to ensure that it has a physical address. The moving trucks should be clearly labeled, and you can find the company’s motor carrier license on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration SaferSys website. Ask for a DOT number from the company and search for it online to make sure it’s valid. You can also visit www.movingscam.com to make sure the moving company is not listed there.

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