Tips To Get Accurate Moving Quotes
Tips To Get Accurate Moving Quotes
If you are planning a move, then the first step is to look for a quality moving company at an affordable price. Movers always recommend that their clients shop around and compare multiple quotes and offers to find something that perfectly suits them. Getting accurate quotes is not always easy when you are dealing with multiple moving companies. Different companies have different billing methods and their calculations may differ due to many reasons. Many movers state that making an attempt to get an accurate quote will always give you a better idea on what your final moving costs would be. That is why we created these Tips To Get Accurate Moving Quotes.
- Start with research
Comparing dozens of quotes will be a time consuming process. Start with some research into the most well reputed movers in your area to narrow the list down. Make sure that each of your candidates is licensed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration before you proceed to request a quote.
- Request in-home, written estimates
According to Federal regulations, it is required by any moving company located within a 50 mile radius from your residence to visit your premises to provide an accurate quote. Most companies provide ballpark figures on their websites but it is best to get an in-home estimate to get a more accurate ideas and for the movers to measure up the scope of the assignment.
- Inquire every cost component
Once you obtain quotes, be sure to ask each mover about the components that make up the costs. If any of them appear vague and unnecessary, make sure to clarify everything. The initial quote does not always include extras such as moving large and heavy items, fees for the driver and additional packing. Be sure to disclose everything and to include the estimations in your quote.
- Check the validity of the quote
The rates of a moving company may change from time to time. In fact, there are quite a few unprofessional movers who state ‘rate increments’ as a legitimate way to raise rates upon the completion of a move. Just to be on the safe side, be sure to ask for the expiration date of the quote.
Ask how long the quote is good for. A moving quote can change, based on several factors, such as the time of year and week, how busy the company is at present, etc. Be sure to ask the company whether there’s an expiration date on the quote they have given you.
- Obtain a non-binding estimate
A binding estimate shows the actual cost of the move depending on what you have to deliver along with any special services. However, on the moving day, the movers may discover things to be different and this will render the binding estimate void. A non-binding estimate provides a general estimate of what you might pay for the move. The law clearly states that the final moving cost cannot be exceeded by more than 10% of the non-binding estimate at the end of a move.
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Author: Kathy Long