How to Pick a Removals Company
Saturday, March 29, 2014, 7:00 PM | Leave Comment
Moving out or moving in can be a daunting task as it involves its fair share of effort that needs to be taken. While the prospect of changing property and moving to a completely new locality can be an exciting one, the sudden thought of having to take along all of your most important items can fill you with dread.
However, you are not in this massive stage of your life alone and you can always rely on good Removal Companies for a much more pleasant experience of moving out of your home.
But, there may be a certain question that may be niggling at you. How do you decide which removals company is good for you; or good at all?
There are certain factors that need to be considered before you zero down on a removals company and these have been meticulously enlisted below.
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Understand why a removals company is important for you
This may not always stand true. Not everyone may be in dire need of a removals company and therefore, to first begin your hunt for the right removals company, you need to understand whether you need one in the first place.
If all you are taking away with you is your closet, then all you have to do is pack them neatly in boxes and clamber into your car seat and drive off.
However, this situation is quite rare but if you do fall into this category, then you need not bother with a removals company.
On the contrary, if you have too many items that need to be taken care of including those that are fragile and the slightest pressure will crumble them into pieces, and then you most certainly must consider getting in touch with one as you may not be fit to cart around the heavy boxes throughout the moving process.
A short pre-move survey is important
As a rule of thumb, the removals company that you pick must be willing to drop by before the entire moving procedure is set to take place.
The purpose of this visit should solely be to enquire more about the type of products that will be involved in the move along with the average weight or volume that you believe these products will be.
This survey must also include the quote for the entire moving process and if the Removal Companies in Essex are best, they will usually offer this service at no extra cost.
Get details from the company on possible delays
When moving out and moving in, there are certain aspects that are truly beyond your control and unexpected delays are bound to happen.
In such cases, you need to be prepared ahead of time and ask the removals company about their policies on delays and how much they would be charging in case a delay in the move was inevitable.
Learn more about the different ways in which you can make the payment
Certain companies may want you to pay in cash only and may also ask for a substantial chunk of money as a deposit or advance payment.
While there is nothing wrong with this option in terms of payment, good and reliable removals companies always support additional and flexible payment methods which include not just cash but also payment through credit cards, debit cards and even through cheques.
Find out more on how to lodge a complaint, if the need arises
It is very rare that your experience in terms of moving may be less than pleasant. However, since you cannot foresee this, it is best to confirm with your removals company if they do have any procedures wherein they can lodge a complaint if the need arises.
Usually, good removals companies will take full responsibility wherein you can make a complaint if the services offered left you dissatisfied.
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Ralph Coleman is the Managing Director of TFM, one of the leading Removal Companies in Essex and has been working in the industry for many years.
