The Moves You Need To Learn When Hiring Movers

By Larry Thomas


You know you have to move. And then there is the task of piling your stuff. Suddenly, you did not think it will be this hard. It is a whole house. With everything you own. Of course it is not supposed to be easy. Somehow, you need to get it done. Getting the work done mentally, physically and emotionally is an even bigger challenge.

Ask around. Word of mouth from those you know, may prove to be helpful. Get some recommendations from friends. Trust the ones they mention about movers in Minneapolis. Check that company in New Hope Minneapolis. Better yet, go to the phone book and make your calls.

Get some help from neighbors and your friends. Surely, most of them have been there. They have experienced moving too. They may be able to recommend local companies that are reputable enough. Those that are not fly by night and not sleazy. Make some calls. Sometimes, word of mouth can be helpful, if given by he right people.

Do use your resources online. If you already have your recommendations, do some background checking. You will have better results of verifying their reliability if you call or email the American Moving and Storage Association. They will tell you if the company is a member and therefore you know they follow certain laws and rules.

Do a background check on any company that was suggested, or those you have in mind. You can also contact advocacy groups dedicated for monitoring complaints of customers about some moving companies. They can track down those that have been blacklisted for your further reference.

Verify the credibility by doing a background check in some consumer advocacy organization. They keep track of customer complaints and companies that has been blacklisted. You can also contact the American Moving and Storage Association. They, on the other hand, have a list of members. This means that the company listed with them follows certain regulations.

List down more than just three companies. Make it five so you have better choices. Schedule a visit for an estimator to come to your house. That will help you determine how much it will cost to get all your stuff moved. You can cross reference them with the recommendations of trusted people.

Once you have discussed the estimated cost, also ask for the process they follow. Get some information that will be important for you. Remember that you have valuable possessions. Some may have been handed down to you, and you cannot just lose them. That will be frustrating. Politely ask the right questions.

Moving is a stressful experience. If you are not careful, it may turn into a nightmare. This is why it is vital to find a company that you can trust with everything you have. Everything that is yours and have been yours for years. There is no ifs or buts or anything in between. It is really stressful. That is why we hire movers in the first place.




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