It’s not always easy to choose with so many moving companies in Fort Lauderdale. With over 900 people moving to Florida a day, moving companies income a dime a dozen. Just do a quick Google search and dozens of moving companies will come up with the click of your mouse. Some moving companies in Fort Lauderdale are reputable while others are not. With a saturated market for moving companies, hiring quality movers is a must. After all, it’s all your valuables we’re talking about here.

There are a few things you can do prior to hiring a moving company that can help you choose the right one. Here are six tips to choose the right moving company in Fort Lauderdale for your next move:

 

 

Hire movers that are fully licensed and insured

Before hiring a moving company, it’s important to make sure they’re properly licensed and insured. It’s a good idea to see if complaints have been filed against the company. (You can see Top Notch Movers license information here: US DOT license # 2431847). If there have been any complaints against the moving company, it would serve you well to further review the company.

Every state has its own moving license requirements, so you should review your state’s requirements to be sure that your local mover is legitimate.

Don’t pay a large deposit

Reputable moving companies won’t require a large deposit. If you pay the full amount, you can’t be sure you’ll see your belongings with some moving companies. At Top Notch Movers, we require a small deposit to secure your date and time, the rest is due at completion of the move.

Confirm that movers are punctual and will handle your move efficiently

There are lots of last minute details to be taken care of on the day of your move. Are all the boxes sealed? Labeled? Is your furniture wrapped properly? Did you make sure that glass and other fragile items are properly wrapped before your move? By ensuring the movers are on time and your move is ready to go, you can save yourself the time and frustration of running late.

Hire a moving company that is listed as Florida ProMover

In their own words: “The American Moving & Storage Association launched a consumer protection and certification program called ProMover on January 1, 2009. This initiative is designed to fight imposters, known within the industry as “rogue operators,” by giving consumers an easy way to separate reputable, professional movers from con artists out to make a quick buck at their expense”…Read more here about what it means to be listed as a Promover.

Ensure the company is equipped with a team of quality moving professionals

There’s that age-old saying, “You get what you pay for”. With moving services, that adage couldn’t be truer. There are lots of moving companies in Fort Lauderdale that are just out to make a quick buck. They don’t know how to pack things properly, they don’t take care that your valuables won’t get scuffed, scratched, or damaged – the list goes on. When booking your upcoming move make sure to confirm with the representative that the moving professionals are instructed and trained on how to ensure your move is efficient and quality oriented. There’s nothing worse than getting your stuff moved and then realizing lots of things were damaged in the process.

Make sure there’s a list of references and/or moving reviews for you to see

As with most services in this day-and-age, you’re able to see what others think and feel about the company you’re thinking of hiring for your next (fill in the blank) because you’re able to go online and check out their reviews. The same holds true for moving services. It’s always a good idea to see if a moving company you’re thinking of hiring has any complaints filed against them or if there’s been suspicious or fishy activity so you’ll be best-prepared. Reviews can really help you filter out the quality from the quantity.

These are just a few ways to make sure you choose the right moving company in Fort Lauderdale. To find out more about our moving services get in touch by requesting a free moving estimate. Because we’re dedicated to providing you with quality moving services every time, you’ll soon find out why we’re the best moving company near you.

Need more tips and reasons to choose a quality moving company? Check out our article on Avoiding Cheap Movers & Click baits.