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Tricks for finding reliable movers in Florida

Author: Betty White
by Betty White
Posted: Jan 22, 2020
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Over the last few years, a lot of scam moving companies have appeared in the United States. These companies are unreliable and they only want to take as much money from you as possible. Sadly, a lot of people don't know how these companies actually function or that they even exist. And as Florida is one of the most popular moving destinations in the country, a lot of these moving scams occur in Florida. So, if you're planning to hire movers for your upcoming move in Florida, I think you should definitely read these tricks for finding reliable movers in Florida so you don't end up getting scammed.

What are scam moving companies?

Before I get into details about finding reliable movers in Florida, I want to tell You more about these scam companies that I mentioned. I find this to be necessary as not a lot of people are aware of these things and it is something that needs to be discussed more. And hiring these scam companies brings nothing good. It only makes moving much more stressful than it already is.

Scam moving companies usually lure customers in with great deals and prices that are too good to be true and too good to pass. These companies know that there are a lot of people out there looking to save as much money as possible when it comes to hiring movers. These prices are usually much lower than the prices reliable moving companies have. But you will definitely end up paying much more if you hire them than if you hired a reliable moving company. How? Well, they are going to add some hidden fees to your bill. Fees such as a "stairs fee" which is a fee you pay if the movers had to use the stairs because something couldn't fit in the elevator. Or the delayed delivery fee, a long carry fee, handling bulky items fee, etc. There have also been cases when people were asked to pay for the service in advance and then the movers never arrived which could be a worst-case scenario.

The best way to find reliable movers

One thing's certain, the best way to find a reliable moving company is to ask someone you know has moved recently. Asking colleagues, friends, family members, and even neighbors is the best and the most secure way to find reliable movers. None of these people are going to lie to you and tell you that they had a great moving experience with a certain company if they didn't. Hiring a company by recommendation is the best thing you can do. But if you don't have anyone in your surroundings who has moved with a moving company, there are of course other ways to do this.

Search on the internet

Since you're reading this, you can surely find a moving company online. But how do you decide which one to hire? If you just type in "moving company Florida" hundreds of things are going to pop up and you'll probably end up looking at each and every one of them comparing the prices. We've all done it. It is normal. But that's how people get scammed into hiring cheaper moving companies, aka scam moving companies.

It is best to stay on the first page. The first page is where you'll also find moving companies that paid to come up first. These types of companies are definitely the ones you can trust because it's not cheap being the first thing to come up when you Google something. If a company has enough money to spend it on a google add, it is certainly not looking for a quick buck to make.

Check the reviews

Reviews are very important when it comes to hiring a moving company online. There are plenty of websites that offer you reviews of moving companies. But some of the reviews might be fake. Usually scamming moving companies pay people to leave good reviews. That's why you need to have in mind that a good review will post both the positive and the negative aspects of a company. There are plenty of moving companies with great reviews from Boca Raton, Florida but one of them might be a scam company. To be even more secure, check the company's' social media. Social media is a big part of our society and having an active Instagram or Facebook page shows can show you if a company is reliable.

Visit the company

If you end up hiring movers online, you need to make sure that this company is genuine. If you have the time, go to the company's building. Talk to people in charge. Get more information about your moving process and how the company works. If a moving company is reliable, they'll gladly give you all of these details. And if it's not, you'll end up not getting any of the information you asked about. Visiting the company will also allow you to see if they truly are professional. Professional moving companies make their workers wear proper moving uniforms. You'll also be able to see their trucks and to just get a taste of who is going to be responsible for your belongings. This is something you should do even if you're organizing a last-minute move.

Conclusion

When hiring movers, it is best to ask someone for a recommendation. But if you're unable to find anyone who has moved, your only option is the internet. But remember what I told you, scam moving companies are everywhere. When searching for a moving company online remember everything I mentioned and do as I told you because that way you won't end up getting scammed.

About the Author

My name is Betty and I have been writing expert articles in relation to the moving industry for the last couple of years. Besides this specific area, I am also experienced in other spheres pertaining to the concept of relocation.

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