Protect Your Prized Possessions From Rogue Movers

| Thursday, January 19, 2012
By Hubert Boyle


An increasing number of clients turn to the trusted movers in order to address their unique moving concerns. Many of them end up satisfied with the quality of service they receive. The mastery as well as efficiency of the movers in the skill of loading and unloading the clients' stuff in the truck for transport have gained for them a faithful following. Then again, even though several movers get good feedbacks from customers with regards to reliability and loyalty, the moving industry itself is sadly not free from scams.

So if you are planning to hire the services or the mover, let this serve as your guide so that you'll know better and that you will not easily fall prey to a scammer posing as a legitimate moving company. To start with, ask for estimates from at least three moving companies on your list of prospects. With enough options, you can better compare the fees and not limit your options at the same time. Still, fight the temptation of choosing the one who will give you the most affordable rate. Keep in mind that you're not just after cost-efficiency but quality service as well. Take some time to carefully compare your needs against the quotation you're given. Choose the one based on the metrics that matter.

Next, if you are letting the crew pack your stuff you, keep an eye on them. You have to ensure that your stuff, particularly the fragile ones, are carefully kept in boxes in such a way that they can hold up to the rigors of travel. Also, you ought to see for yourself that no packaging materials were deliberately consumed to take advantage of you. In addition, by overseeing this part of the moving process, you will see which of the items were already marred, dented or scratched before they were packed for transport.

Check if everything you need to bring with your to the new address is listed in the inventory. Keep in mind that any addition to the original list equates to an extra charge. Also check whether destination charges apply.

First time mover or not, it pays to know some useful relocation tips. Such information can actually save you from falling prey to scammers offering fake estimates, charging insanely high rates, stealing prized possessions and tainting the image of trustworthy moving companies providing quality service to their clients.




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