Whether you are moving from your old home or moving to a new one, you might want to choose a mover to help you with the process. Though many people prefer to hire someone to take care of the moving for them, you can undertake this task by yourself. It is simply more convenient to have someone take care of moving your belongings when moving a far distance. While hiring someone to take care of the moving process is usually more convenient than doing the moving yourself, your experience with a mover may not be so great if you do not take the time to carefully select the best moving possible. Therefore, you should follow these simple tips when selecting a mover.
Check Into References
If you know someone that has moved recently, you might want to ask him or her which company they selected to help with their move. There are plenty of moving companies to select from in Texas, but that does not mean that each one is as good as the other. Having a chat with someone with experience with a particular mover is the best way to select the mover that will be best for you.
Ask the movers to provide you with references if you do not know someone that has moved recently. Be certain to check the references and to ask these former customers how satisfied they were with the mover's work. You should specifically ask about the mover's adherence to schedule, how much did they care for the reference's belongings and how easy was it to work with the mover.
Get Your Estimates in Writing
Working with a mover that is going to give you a good price for the work being done is something you certainly want. At the same time quality should not be sacrificed with. Therefore, you should select a company that has the equipment it takes to get the job done right as well as a company that has experience in the moving business. Similarly, you want to select a company that is properly insured. When you get a quote from the organization, ensure the amount is put into writing and that the written quote mentions what type of services and which equipment will be included in the job.
Of course, you shouldn't just take the mover's word at face value. Check into the mover's testimonials and ensure that the organization is properly bonded, licensed, and staffed by employees that are covered with workman's compensation insurance.
Check Into References
If you know someone that has moved recently, you might want to ask him or her which company they selected to help with their move. There are plenty of moving companies to select from in Texas, but that does not mean that each one is as good as the other. Having a chat with someone with experience with a particular mover is the best way to select the mover that will be best for you.
Ask the movers to provide you with references if you do not know someone that has moved recently. Be certain to check the references and to ask these former customers how satisfied they were with the mover's work. You should specifically ask about the mover's adherence to schedule, how much did they care for the reference's belongings and how easy was it to work with the mover.
Get Your Estimates in Writing
Working with a mover that is going to give you a good price for the work being done is something you certainly want. At the same time quality should not be sacrificed with. Therefore, you should select a company that has the equipment it takes to get the job done right as well as a company that has experience in the moving business. Similarly, you want to select a company that is properly insured. When you get a quote from the organization, ensure the amount is put into writing and that the written quote mentions what type of services and which equipment will be included in the job.
Of course, you shouldn't just take the mover's word at face value. Check into the mover's testimonials and ensure that the organization is properly bonded, licensed, and staffed by employees that are covered with workman's compensation insurance.
About the Author:
Jim Olenbush is a Texas real estate broker that has been actively selling real estate in Austin for over 12 years. His team of experienced Realtors specialize in Steiner Ranch real estate and other luxury neighborhoods around Austin, Texas.
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