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How to Hire a Moving Company

Articles on how to hire a moving company, from research, to the appointment to deciding which company to choose.
Before You Hire a Moving Company
If you're planning on hiring a moving company, there are some things you need to know to ensure the mover is reliable, reputable and responsible. Find out how to hire the right company for you.
Moving State to State: Hiring Do's and Don't's
Lists do's and don't's of hiring a moving company to move you from state to state. Includes what to ask for when hiring and how the company should behave.
Moving Within a State: Hiring Do's and Don't's
Lists do's and don't's when hiring a company to move you within a state.
Moving Company: To Hire or Not to Hire?
Assists in determining if you should hire a moving company or if you should do it yourself. Includes tips on costing out your move and time issues.
Questions to Ask the Moving Company
Gives details on what questions to ask a potential moving company, such as subcontracting, additional fees, insurance and packing issues.
How To Choose the Right Mover: Estimates
Information on obtaining estimates, ranging from what your estimate should include, how the estimate is conducted, to your rights and the company's responsibilities.
Signs of a Rogue Mover
How to ensure you don't hire a rogue mover. Describes what a rogue mover is and provides tips on how to spot one.
How to Choose the Right Mover: Research
Tips on choosing a moving company, includes researching tools and how to protect yourself from rogue movers and feel confident that your stuff is in safe hands.
Better Business Bureau
BBB reports provide information on over 2.5 million organizations. It's a good idea to check before you hire a moving company.
MovingScam.com
This is the best site on the web for reporting and investigating moving companies. Before you hire, check out this link.
Rate It All - Post Your Complaints Here
This is a fairly new website that offers the chance to rate services, including moving companies. It's a great place to post your complaint or to research possible moving companies before you hire.

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