Finding and hiring the right movers is the key to a successful move, nothing more and nothing less. Open the yellow pages and you will find listing after listing of moving companies, how do you find the best for your move? Here are a few things to bear in mind as you go through the process of getting the right one.
Get quotes: As there are so many possible candidates get at minimum, three or four solid quotations. It makes no difference where you are moving to, if you are using a moving company on Long Island to make the move you will want to gather quotes and compare prices. A reputable moving company will provide you with the names of past customers as references; call these people and find out what their experiences were.
Have the estimator come to your home: Many moving companies are trying to use online estimating tools as a way of avoiding a visit to your home. By all means use these online tools as a way to separate the companies but insist that a representative visits your home after you have shortlisted them. As good as these online tools may be, they are based on average statistics, you will want to get a very accurate quote and the only way to do this is to have a visit from the rep.
The estimated cost: The least expensive offer is not always the best one, remember; moving is a service not a product per se. When you ask for multiple quotations you will invariably find one quote ridiculously low, this is a clear sign to avoid this mover. Unfortunately the moving industry is a magnet for rogues; all you need is a truck and a few strong backs. These rogues will try to lure customers with very low prices and you can expect equally low levels of care and service.
Extra costs: The best moving company on Long Island will point out what is included in his quote and what is not. There may be extra charges for moving to the second story for example or having to move the load a considerable distance due to lack of nearby parking for the van. Find out in advance so that there are no unpleasant surprises.
