Got an impending move in Richmond, Charlottesville, or surrounding areas in Virginia? It’s imperative that you choose the perfect match for your moving company so you can get peace of mind throughout the entire relocation.
Facing a residential move in the Virginia area can seem daunting at first, but if you just do your homework, you will see that it’s easy to settle on a reputable mover to handle the process from start to finish. Check out these tips for choosing the most reputable movers.
1. Read Online Reviews
Do some preliminary research online and read reviews on a few local companies. Take them with a grain of salt, of course, and don’t look for perfect ratings across the board. What’s more important when you spot a negative reviews is to see if and how the company responded to the customer’s issues.
If they were respectful and patient in their response and offered to make things right, this is a sign of a reputable moving company.
2. Ask About Years in Business and Experience
Look at established companies that has been in business in Virginia for many years, or even decades. This shows they have staying power. However, even newer companies can be great to partner with. They’re eager to please and get your business.
Just be sure to look for a physical address listed on their website and not just a listing of a PO box. That’s a red flag. Find out how long they have been in business in that location and if they have experience in your specific type of move, whether commercial, long-distance, or military.
3. Make Sure They are Licensed and Insured
Don’t skip this step. Always ask. If they won’t answer you or they say they’re not licensed and insured but insist it’s OK, walk away. You need to see proof. Most companies will put their license number right on their website. If you can’t find proof, try another company. Unlicensed and uninsured companies can put your property and belongings at risk.
4. Ask About Specialty Services
You’ll find that most moving companies offer standard services, ranging from residential and commercial to local and long-distance. But many go above and beyond and offer extra services such as piano moving, storage, estate cleanouts, junk removal, packing, moving labor and military moves.
If there’s something special you need, such as a hot tub or pool table moved, always ask beforehand. This will dictate price as well as how many movers they bring and what kind of equipment they need.
5. Confirm Moving Equipment
On a related note, if you know you will need specialty equipment and extra trucks (such as for a piano move or a large long-distance relocation), tell the mover beforehand. Some moving companies are backed by a large fleet of trucks and lots of workers with access to specialty equipment such as cranes or pulley systems. Others have a limited crew, a smaller truck fleet and limited resources.
Contact Virginia Moving Solutions
For a free quote on moving services anywhere in Virginia, contact us at 804-716-0545. Hire us with confidence when you want a trustworthy, affordable moving company that puts your interests first.
