How to Choose the Best Moving Company for Your Needs

By: RiverHills Moving

Moving can be a stressful experience, but choosing the right moving company can make all the difference. Whether you're relocating across the city or to another state, finding the best moving company requires careful research and planning. In this guide, we'll walk you through how to choose a reliable moving company that meets your needs.

1. Understand Your Moving Needs:

Before searching for movers, identify what kind of service you need. Are you:

• Moving locally, interstate, or internationally?
• Looking for a full-service mover or just moving help?
• Needing special services like piano moving, safe moving, or antique handling?

Make a checklist of your specific requirements to communicate clearly with potential movers.

2. Research Moving Companies:

• Best Moving Companies Lists: Check reputable sources like Home Advisor, Angie’s List, or industry blogs for curated lists of the best moving companies.
• Customer Reviews and Testimonials: Look for moving companies with consistent positive reviews on platforms like Google, and Yelp.

3. Verify Licensing and Insurance:

• For interstate movers, check the company’s U.S. DOT number with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
• Local movers should have proper state licensing.
• Confirm they offer adequate insurance for your belongings.

4. Ask the Right Questions:

• Experience: How long have they been in business?
• Guarantees: Do they offer coverage on broken or damaged items?
• Customer Service: How can they be contacted for support?
• Local Business: Are they a corporate company or locally/ family owned?

5. Look Out for Red Flags:

• No contact information
• Demands a large deposit upfront
• Avoids providing a written estimate

Choosing the right moving company can make or break your moving experience. By understanding your needs, researching thoroughly, and asking the right questions, you'll be better equipped to find the best moving company for your move.