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How To Choose The Best Moving Company For You

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Hiring a quality moving company is the most important aspect of any move. From established businesses to listings on Craigslist, it’s easy to get bogged down in all of the options. With all the possibilities, how do you even start to find a reputable moving company?

There are key elements that you should always look for when you’re booking your moving company. Here are our top six tips to ensure you hire the right mover for your needs. 

They ask for an inventory of items


A good moving company will always ask you for an inventory of what you are planning on moving. This helps them determine the weight of your move as well as the time it will take to move all of the listed items. Be sure your estimate is as accurate as possible. This will help ensure that the right size truck and amount of movers for the job.

Our online estimator will automatically populate a list of furniture and belongings based on the size of property you are planning to move—from a 1-bedroom apartment to a 5-bedroom home—making it quick and simple to list your items. 

Be on the lookout for extra costs


Fees can sneak up on you when you least expect it. If you have stairs in your home, live in a high-rise apartment building or have another situation that may make access to your home more difficult, you need to be sure that every potential added fee is taken into account. It’s important to ask your moving company about their policies to ensure that you aren’t stuck with a huge bill that goes well beyond your initial expectations.

At Trooper Moves, what you see is what you get. Our quotes are all inclusive—there are no hidden fees.

Get references


When you reach out to moving companies, make sure you check their references. You can check Yelp, Google, Facebook, and the company's website for reviews that have been left by their past clients. You can also ask them for additional references that you can reach out to. Call those customers and ask them direct questions about their experiences.

Look into the company’s service area


Before you dig deeper into any other aspects of a moving company, check whether you are in their service area. Most companies list their service area on their websites. If they have great reviews and no hidden fees but they don’t service your area, they clearly won’t be a fit for you.

Secure payment methods


While paying in cash may seem like a great idea, using a credit card will help protect you from any potential fraudulent activity. Ensure the company you select has the option to pay via credit card, PayPal or another trusted payment method.

State of the art moving equipment


While not a deal-breaker, state-of-the-art moving equipment can be a great bonus to hiring a moving company. At Trooper Moves, we’ve partnered with Quantum Robotic Systems to use their Doll-E stair-climbing platform cart to help us make our moves as smooth and stress-free as possible for you and the Troopers helping you with your move.  

At Trooper Moves, we pride ourselves on providing our clients with a top-notch moving experience. With just a few clicks, we’ll provide you with a free estimate to help you get started planning your next move.


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