South Bay Homes and Real Estate

A Quick Guide to Hiring the Right Mover

By Daniel Taft, contributor

Rancho Palos Verdes Moving Company

Finding and purchasing the home that meets all of your requirements and specifications is a fantastic feeling, one that is matched only by the excitement of moving, but it can also bring about a lot of stress. With a whole list of things to do during the moving process, you could be forgiven for cutting some corners but an element that should never be taken lightly is the choice of mover. You need to find the right moving company for you and one you feel comfortable with because you need to be able to trust them with your possessions. You also need to be able to trust that your belongings will get to your new home in one piece. As such, you need to consider several points and factors. Five of them are outlined below for your consideration.

Ask Your Broker or Agent for a Recommendation
As they are in the business of moving, real estate agents and brokers have seen it all and are also able to recount various stories and experiences as told by previous clients. As such, they are well placed to make recommendations on companies that can be trusted to move you as well as providing you with excellent knowledge and ideas about local companies should you need it.

The License, Experience and Insurance
No matter which mover you ultimately choose to go with, it should have all of the above three elements in place. Recommendations count for nothing if your belongings are not insured by the mover. In addition movers must have the licenses that are required by law to even do the job. Although they do not need experience, it is recommended that they have it for your own peace of mind.

Research, Research, Research
Researching the moving companies that you consider to move your possessions when you are moving house is an absolute must. You should thoroughly check that each one is legitimate, ensure that they have plenty of past clients that are happy and are respected in the industry. Although there are not many around, falling victim to a scam is not the best way to start moving day. The Internet and real estate agents are valuable resources for this point.

Contact Your Mover
No matter which mover you choose, it is important to speak to them before moving day. First impressions count and they should be able to impress you with a friendly but professional service. They should offer you guidance, advice and maybe even different packages but above all else they should offer peace of mind.

Considering Your Budget
This point ties in with the previous one. You need to speak with the mover to clarify any extra charges they levy during the move, what is included in the service and how much it is likely to cost overall. Make sure that you have everything agreed in writing and have read the small print before signing it.

As you can see, there really is nothing to hiring the right moving company when you know how. These five points will stand you in good stead and will eliminate the stress of the decision. Choosing a good mover will further reduce that stress, enhance your peace of mind and make your moving day run as smoothly as possible so take your time and make the decision that you feel comfortable with.

About our special contributor:
Dylan Taft is an experienced Hudson Valley real estate professional working in home sales and purchases. Visit Dylan’s professionally optimized website for more information on property taxes, and details on the Ulster County real estate area.