How To Deal With Moving Quotes?
How To Deal With Moving Quotes?
So, you are moving. The advice you get is: compare movers by
requesting free moving quotes. But what are the things you
really should keep a close eye on?
The more details you give, the more accurate your quote. Moving
companies need information about the amount you would like to
move, so that they can determine how many people and which
vehicles are needed. The cheapest mover is not always the best.
Some less qualified movers might overlook belongings while
estimating, which might make your move more expensive then
initially estimated. Be sure to provide them with all the
details they need. There are many criteria for choosing a moving
company. Whilst some companies provide reduced rates; others
provide additional security for your belongings, or extra
services that can help you more effectively. Please be sure to
sum up all the pros and cons carefully, before deciding which
company you opt for.
Check that they are members of a professional trade
organisation! National trade associations maintain professional
high standards and can give you detailed information about
member companies. Members of these associations are usually
vetted annually. Also, if you are unsatisfied with the services
provided, you have a higher authority that you can contact. Two
of the most renown trade associations include:
AMSA American Moving and Storage Association www.moving.org
HHGFAA Household Goods Forwarders Association of America Inc
www.hhgfaa.org
FMWA F lorida Movers and Warehousemen's Assiciation www.fmwa.org
FMCSA Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
www.fmcsa.dot.gov
FIDI The International Federation of International Movers
www.fidi.com
FAIM Fidi Accredited International Mover www.fidi.com
LACMA Latin American & Caribbean International Movers
Association www.lacmassoc.org
PAIMA Pan American International Movers Association
www.paima.com
IATA www.iata.com
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