We just made a move and I feel qualified to hand on advice resulting from a few items I never thought about. After all, how often does one hire moving companies?

When you are calling for quotations tell the moving companies of any possible unusual situations at either end so your estimate will be more accurate. Make the moving companies aware of any problems that they may encounter at the delivery end such as parking problems, road access, accessibility, delivery time restrictions or if there are any stairs or elevators involved. The cost of your move will increase for such items. On moving day try and reserve a ?parking space? for the moving companies van. If the moving companies crew has to carry your load more than 75 feet from the van to your door you will be charged for this.

Check the reliability of the moving companies through the local Better Business Bureau (BBB) to inquire about their complaint record and how these complaints were resolved. Ask your friends, family and neighbors for recommendations and advice on moving companies. Check for the DOT license number. All moving companies are required to be licensed. Ask the moving companies for references.