Moving can be a daunting task. Picking a moving company is one of the more difficult aspects. Moving companies advertise deals and will offer moving services for prices that seem too good to be true. But in reality, these services are usually cheap for good reason – the likelihood these movers will deliver on their promises and provide satisfactory customer service is slim.

Checking the Movers’ Reputation

You should start by checking out the movers’ reputation on Angie’s List, Yelp, BBB or other consumer rating websites. This will give you an idea if their customers are happy with their services. You might also read some reviews for other moving companies to get a good idea of what people have to say about them. Sites like Google and Yahoo can provide valuable insight into a company’s reputation as well. Sometimes, the internet is the only thing holding a company together.

Getting a Good Deal

Companies that charge very low rates usually get their cheap rates by doing the bare minimum. While they may arrive on time, they will move slow and still rush to finish up so that they can get to the next job. To them, your move is just another notch in their belt and you are just another customer who needs moving services.

It’s All About Movers’ Experience

When hiring movers, make sure you hire movers that have a lot of experience. Moving is not easy and requires special care to avoid damaging customers’ possessions. If the movers have a lot of experience, they will be able to recognize potential damage and work around it. The quicker the movers are able to identify damage, the more likely they are to be able to rectify it before you notice any signs of wear and tear.

Beware of Fake Movers

If this is your first time moving, then going with a company that offers you free boxes might seem like a great way to save money and help cut down on your move costs. However, take into account that these moving companies may be using these boxes only for show and will not really provide you with legitimate moving services. Depending on the situation, businesses may charge extra fees for every box moved.