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Simple Questions to Ask Your Furniture Movers Before Signing On the Dotted Line

March 6 2017

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Are you moving relatively soon? Then it is time to look into residential moving services for the big move. Considering that 57% of adults have not lived outside their current home state in the U.S, you may not know where to start when it comes to the entire moving process. To ensure that you are in good hands, here are some questions to ask your furniture movers before signing a contract.

Are you a broker for the moving service or are you representing the company as a whole?

A broker is a great resource that will connect moving companies to movers, but brokers are not able to discuss details such as the contract, pricing estimates, and most importantly, they will not be held accountable if anything is lost or damaged in the move. So, with this in mind, it is important to know who you are speaking with before you make your decision!

What exactly does your fee cover?

There are plenty hidden expenses when moving, including but not limited to long carry charges, parking expenses, storage rentals, and gas. Awkward objects can also be a problem, as your furniture movers must know ahead of time so they can prepare special equipment. The last thing you want during the move is to go beyond your budget, so ensure all the expenses are laid out on the table during the initial consultation.

What type of insurance is covered in your cost?

Your movers should always include some type of basic insurance in their quotes. After all, it is important that your belongings are covered if they are damaged or broken during the move! It is also important to go through the company's exact process over what happens in case you find something wrong with your items -- such as if you get reimbursed if items in the truck slide around and break.

How will I pay you?

You never want to go with furniture movers that require you to pay the majority of the costs up front. You will want to only pay for your items once they have been safely delivered and accounted for!

All you need to do is ask these questions, and you will be able to find the best movers for your job. Our movers are qualified for every move you have in mind, so give us a call today.