How to Hire a Moving Company
How to Hire a Moving Company
Questions to ask: Are you certified by the ICC? Do you charge by the pound or by the hour? How much insurance do you carry? Are there any items you charge extra to move, such as china, pianos, pool tables and the like? Are you bonded? Can I call to find out the location of my things during the move?
Once you’ve hired a mover, there’s still more work to be done.
* Make yourself a checklist of things to do every week for eight weeks prior to the move. Stay as organized as possible.
* Ask your moving company to assign three movers to you—two to load and unload and one to guard the truck to prevent theft.
* Talk to your insurance agent about liability. Does your current homeowner’s policy cover your possessions during a move? Moving companies’ basic insurance coverage usually allows a set amount per pound per item, and it’s usually not enough, so find out how much the company carries and then buy extra insurance if necessary. Remember that most companies don’t accept liability for breakage of any items you pack yourself.
* Confirm the arrangements with the moving company a couple of days before your move.
My .$02 Let’s Make Moving a Breeze, One Bucket of Paint at a Time!
When it comes to moving, I’m all about turning the chaotic circus of boxes and bubble wrap into a smooth, graceful ballet of real estate transactions. Who knew juggling furniture could be so elegant? As your dedicated realtor, I promise to help you dodge those banana peels on the path to your new home!
This year, I’m on a mission to refresh my vendor's list. I’d love to sprinkle in some recommendations from you as well! So when I catch you on the phone—or if I’m lucky enough to bump into you face-to-face (no need to run away, I don't bite)—I will be asking:
- Who's your favorite CPA? The one who makes taxes feel like a walk in the park rather than a trek through a zombie-infested alley?
- Do you have a junk removal service that you’d rate “FIVE STARS ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐” for making your clutter disappear faster than your favorite snack during movie night?
- What about landscapers? You know, the ones who can turn a desert into the Garden of Eden with just a sprinkle of imagination (and some serious gardening skills)?
Plumbers? Yep, those magical beings capable of fixing a leaky sink before you can even find the nearest plunger!
Feel free to hit “reply” and share your thoughts—or send me a postcard if you prefer some good old-fashioned mail that won’t end up in someone’s junk folder (wink wink).
I’ll be giving you a ring soon! Thanks for being the wonderful human you are and for putting up with my endless chat about houses and vendors. You’re the real MVP!
Best,
Lauren Howard, LPT Realty
805-291-0867 Texting is great! So is calling.
Your Realtor Extraordinaire 🏡
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