How not to be scammed by movers

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If you are moving to another state or crossing the border, you need to find an interstate moving company or long distance movers. You cannot just hire your local moving company since they are not licensed to do an interstate move. An interstate move is definitely more difficult, expensive and complex. As such, to help you with your move, here are some of the things you need to know about an interstate move and movers.

First, as early as now, you need to be aware that there are many long distance movers that scam their customers. there are several reasons for this. The first is that competition has become so stiff since the industry was deregulated. Long distance movers will now do anything to attract customers and then scam them to make money from the move. One example is low balling. Many interstate movers offer very low estimate to attract customers. Now, to make money from the move, they will either ask for additional payment before the move or they will ask for additional payment before delivering your belongings. Second is that long distance movers know that customers seldom file a complaint because the process is long and complicated. They would rather pay especially if they need their belongings. As such, it is best to hire a reputable and trusted long distance mover.

Second, there are ways to make your interstate move easier and cheaper. What you have to do is to find a good long distance moving company. Since there are many long distance movers, what you can do is to shop for long distance movers. Start with an internet search of long distance movers in your state. Then see if the long distance movers are registered as interstate movers under the US Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Then make sure it has USDOT number. Check also if they have sufficient insurance. Once you find long distance movers with all these, you now compare the movers based on their reputation. So check with the Better Business Bureau and see their rating. You should also check the other review sites on movers so that you will know the experience of the past customers of the company. Finally, ask the companies for estimate. Once you have the estimate, choose the moving company that has the best ratings and reviews and at the same time, offers fair price. You should remember that the companies that scam their customers are those that give very low estimate.

Third, you should also check out the services of the moving companies, as these can help you have more affordable move. For example, there is pods or portable moving storage. You can use them if you cannot receive your belongings just yet. You can also use storage units to store some of your belongings that you do not want in your new home. There are also other services that are worth checking out so be sure to do so before you hire a moving company.

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