A few questions to ask a mover

by | Jul 28, 2016 | Moving

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When you are faced with moving there are a number of things you should do to ensure that you pick the best company to trust your possessions to.

When you begin calling moving companies in Mesa AZ, this is the time to gather up basic information about them. Find out how many people they have working for them, do they offer storage facilities, are they comfortable with long haul moves, etc.

It is often the way the company responds to these early questions that help you develop a short list of candidates. Companies that have intelligent answers for all your questions, companies that give you the impression that they want your business are the ones that you want to invite into your home.

The only way you will get an accurate estimate is for the company to come to your home and see what needs to be moved and what services you want to include.

There are a few questions that the homeowner should ask of the company rep:
*How long has the company been in business? Companies that have been serving the community for some years have already established a great reputation. Although the time in business is important, don’t base your decision on this alone; everyone has to start somewhere.

*What about the estimator? If the estimator has worked his way up through the ranks of the company, chances are his estimate will be very accurate. The more experience someone has in the moving business the better the service and the more precise the estimate will be.

*What about the delivery date? This is of particular importance with long distance moves. It is very difficult to determine exactly when the truck will show up at your home on the other side of the country. The best moving companies in Mesa AZ know this and always ask that you accept a date with a day or two of leeway.

You will want to find out how they deal with out of the ordinary furnishings. If you have a large treasured heirloom, don’t feel the least bit ashamed to ask for a detailed explanation on how it will be handled. The best companies will never shy away of providing complete and honest answers to questions, this is one of the marks of a responsible moving company, one that cares for their customers.