1. How to choose a removal company
Here are a few things that you should consider when looking in for a good
removal company
How much goods do you want the removal company to handle?
There is a saying you can hire someone to do anything – for a price. Most of the
people box up all their belongings themselves, hire movers to load/unload the
truck and transport everything. Some people, who are moving cross-country,
might rent a truck and hire Removal Company to box everything up and pack the
truck, then do the driving themselves. Some hire removal companies to do
everything, from packing to unloading into the proper rooms in the new house.
What is your budget?
Whatever work you ask the removal company will add up to your bill. If you are
on a tight budget, you have to make a balance of quality and convenience against
cost. If you want to save money, you have to do some work yourself, and hire
Removal Company who will work on difficult parts like loading and driving the
truck. Compare prices between moving companies, and decide which will best
suit your needs.
How far away are you moving?
When choosing a removal company for long distance you have to consider two
things: cost and the company that you choose. Some local companies may not be
able to move you across state lines. Also, for long distance you have to hire a
removal company enough in advance to ensure that they have availability.
Find out whether Removal Company insures your belongings against damage or
loss?
You would have invested lot of capital in your belongings. Think how much money
it would take to replace some or all of it if something were to happen during the
move. Most of the removal companies will only reimburse a fraction of the value
of your belongings if something happens to them. Find out from Removal
2. Company how much would they pay for lost or damaged belongings, and be sure
to get a copy of this policy in writing. If the moving company doesn’t provide
enough coverage, you can look into additional insurance.
Find out about the reputation of the company?
You would have heard stories about things missing or broken after the movers
have unpacked the truck and left. Just as you want to know whether your
belongings are protected from damage or loss, you should also know whether a
moving company has a reputation for breaking or stealing things. One way to
know about the reputation of the company is to search for their name online.
Find out about complaints and follow-ups, since how the company handled the
complaint is at least as important as the complaint itself. Also find out whether
the company is a member of the better business bureau.
Can the removal company give you references?
A good removal company should be able to provide you references upon request.
The best reference you can get is referral from a friend or acquaintance.