Moving Company Musts
Having some basic knowledge of the moving business will be an advantage to you
when shopping around for professional movers. You’ll want to investigate the
moving company in advance to make sure they’re licensed, and you may even
contact the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and American Moving and Storage
Association (AMSA) for information on their customer record. Be sure you’ve
decided on the services you’ll need for your move prior to contacting
prospective movers, so that you’ll be prepared to ask whether their business is
capable of accommodating your needs. Additionally, you should inform the movers
about the layout of your space and request detailed information on any
additional costs that might be generated from unforeseeable conditions that
might occur in the duration of the move.
Once you’ve decided on a moving company, communicate thoroughly about your
expectations, needs, and requirements. If you’re hiring a full-service moving
company that will pack, transport, and unload your belongings, you’ll also want
to find out about their liability policies and how they handle the event of
damaged properties. You’ll usually receive an initial estimate of the cost for
your move, and estimates can be either binding or non-binding. However, a final
written contract (also called a bill of lading) should outline the duration of
the job, the date of your move, business liability insurance information, and
the entire cost for the project.