Soon you’re moving to a new home, you say? That’s so exciting! But, I bet you’re contemplating the same question all families preparing for a move do: should we hire a moving company? I get it—this is not an easy decision. For starters, hiring professional movers feels like an expensive luxury. Believe it or not, though, it usually saves you money (and stress) in the long run!
I know, I know. You think you are stuck in the biggest dilemma: to move without the pros or to move with the help of the pros? The truth is, you already know—deep down—that the better way to move is with the assistance of professional movers. Here’s why:
- They financially back any damages incurred while in their possession
- They take the workload off of you and place it on themselves
- You are given the gift of time, which means less time off work to pack and load
- They handle specialty items (pianos, hot tubs, and antique furniture)
The following six tips will help you traverse the rather overwhelming process of securing a reputable, quality moving company to handle your next move whether you live here in Mississauga, ON or elsewhere.
- Know the moving costs
You need to know what to expect before getting too deep into the moving process. We would hate for you to feel surprised by the cost and/or misunderstand your options. Remember, a moving price is estimated on a case-by-case basis. This includes:- Size of home
- Number of rooms in the home
- Packing services
- Distance from current home to new home
- Number of special items
- Time worked
- Difficult property nuances (steep hill, tight exits/limited access points)
Even though there is no way to know exactly what the final costs will be, the more accurate the estimate, the more mentally prepared you are for the bill. Get an in-home estimate.
- Know the warning signs and red flags
Unfortunately, not all moving companies deliver on their promises to give good service. Luckily, there are ways to “sniff out” these less-than-ideal movers. Here are the most telltale signs a moving company is no good:- They refuse an in-home cost estimation. If there is one way to spot deceit in a moving company, this is it. There’s no reason you should hire movers who can’t provide this preparatory service to you.
- Their prices are too good to be true. If one of your quotes (yes, you should aim to obtain two to three different quotes) is way lower than the others, be on Dishonest movers use this tactic to lure unsuspecting potential customers into a bait-and-switch situation. There will likely be “additional costs” tacked-on somewhere.
Our team here at ABS Movers & Storage thinks there’s an easy way to come to a decision on this “dilemma” and that’s to ask yourself the right questions and seek out the right help for your move. Hopefully, these two key tips will serve you well! Give our courteous and honest movers in Mississauga, ON a call today!
ABS Movers & Storage | 17 Dora Ave Toronto, ON M6H 1J5 | (416) 588-1499
