Tips For Choosing Moving Companies
Author: Jonathan Mayheart

Moving to the windy city or leaving it for another state? Work
with a professional if you want the job done right. You will be
more confident knowing that your property is being handled well
and that they will reach their destination at a timely manner.

What moving companies offer - Typically, moving companies will
offer a free estimate after knowing the distance and
approximate weight of your cargo. Their services will include
loading, driving and unloading. If you want extra services like
packing and storage, you will have to pay extra.

When you need the services of a moving company in Chicago, it
would be best to shop around. Get estimates from at least 3
companies so you can compare services and prices. Talk to their
representative or consultant and ask questions about their
policies. Make sure you understand what your agreement will
entail because once you sign it, it becomes binding.

Movers are either paid by the hour or through a flat fee,
depending on the company. If you have a lot of boxes to load,
it would be good to pay a flat fee. But if the number of boxes
and stuff are not that many, you might be better off paying an
hourly fee. Whichever method you choose, factor in the time of
loading, distance and unloading and you can come up with the
right choice.

You might also want to buy insurance, since your auto policy
will not cover your goods while in transit. A truck insurance
will only cover for the truck in case of an accident or damage
so it would be best to buy a rider to protect your cargo.

What you can expect - The movers will pretty much do everything
for you, but their service will only be as good as the
information you provide. For example, they will not know the
layout of your new neighborhood or apartment complex. You will
need to inform them about this so that once they arrive, they
won't have trouble going in and out with your stuff.

You might also have to find out if your present building has
certain restrictions about movers and might allow only loading
during certain hours or days in the week. Remember that delays
can cost you. If the movers get delayed for one day, you will
still pay for the extra day when they couldn't do anything.

You will be charged for distance and cargo weight. Trucks are
usually weighed empty in the moving company's facilities or at
truck stops. You will pay for the difference between the
truck's 'empty weight' and the final weight (with your cargo
loaded).


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