Pro Tips To Identify The Right Moving Company For You

Tips to identify the right moving company for you

It’s easy to assume that everyone is out to get you when you are planning a move.  

You feel overwhelmed by looking for a lot of products and services that you don’t normally shop for. When you don’t feel knowledgeable about the product, you can feel vulnerable to being ripped off.  

And, as with any industry, there are bad actors. Not many, but enough that you’ll want to be careful before committing to a large expense.  

It is a large expense. For many, moving is one of the most expensive things they will pay for in their lifetime. It’s often more costly than a two-week vacation to somewhere sunny (and a lot less fun!), so you want to get things right.

With that in mind, here are a few tips to shop for movers.

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Ask friends

Who do you trust more than your friends? If you are like most people, the answer to that is, not many people.  

After all, you have chosen to let them into your life, and you obviously trust their judgment – I mean, they chose to hang out with you, right? They must be smart!

So, ask them who they have used. They have your back, so they won’t recommend someone that is going to do a bad job.  

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Ask the experts

However, as much as you do trust your friends, you still need to seek out experts’ opinions. You and your friends move a few times in your life.  

Moving experts exist in the moving space every day. So, it stands to reason that you will want to utilize them as much as possible.  

Look for independent sites, like MoveBuddy, that vet companies to make sure that they are what they say they are. With a site like MoveBuddy, you can be sure that you are dealing with only the best moving companies in your area.  

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Show me, don’t tell me

Even when a mover is highly recommended, you’ll still want to talk to them and be assured that they are all that their press clippings say they are. Make sure that they are insured – make them show you proof. Read independent reviews. As to talk to previous customers.  

Basically, don’t take their word for it. Make them show you that they are good.  

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You’re the boss

Finally, remember it’s your move and your money. If anything feels wrong – even if you can’t articulate why -- step away. You need to be comfortable with the movers. If you’re not, the move isn’t going to go well.  

If you follow these tips, you can find the right team to make your move a success and that will allow you to focus on the excitement inherent to a change of location!  

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