With a Frisco move on the horizon, your first step is to hire a residential mover. First off, you’ll need to make sure they have experience moving people in and out of Frisco, a city in Collin and Denton counties and home to 200,000.
Relocating to a new city is never easy. But when you choose the right mover, the process can go much more smoothly. At least you will know that your belongings will be well taken care of, even if the personal aspect of moving can be stressful and overwhelming. This is why it’s so important to do your homework before you settle on one mover.
Here are some good questions to ask your Frisco movers before you hire them.
1. Who Will Be My Main Contact Point?
Most moving companies will assign you a moving coordinator, someone you can call with any questions or concerns. They will be the ones who will coordinate the logistics of the move, handle payment, remind you of important dates and generally ensure everything goes seamlessly.
You can let them know of any changes that may come up and they can do the same. Make sure you get a phone number for your contact person so they can be reached at any time, such as the morning of moving day when you have an important question or clarification.
2. Beyond the Estimate, What Are the Extra Costs?
You should get an itemized written quote from your mover regarding all charges that will be incurred. Read this document carefully to see what is included and what isn’t. For instance, many movers don’t include empty box pickup in their quotes, which will result in an extra charge when all is said and done.
As another example, some movers charge more for high-rise apartment moves that don’t have an elevator because they have to contend with narrow hallways and stairwells that delay the move. If you see something on the estimate that you’re not sure of, always call and ask.
3. When Will My Stuff Be Delivered?
In an ideal world, your belongings would show up at the same time you and your family do in the car. This doesn’t always happen. You don’t want to be waiting around for the truck to arrive at the new house. Always ask when you can expect your possessions to arrive. Most movers are good about giving an accurate estimate, especially if it’s a local move.
You will be provided with a delivery window once all your items have been loaded. Ask the mover how they will manage details and logistics if they anticipate being late for any reason. Long-distance moves get a little trickier but they should still be able to give you a good window.
4. What Won’t You Ship?
Movers can’t transport everything. From chemicals and paint to flammable items and perishable food, there are some things your movers just can’t move – either by law or because they’re not equipped to do so. Aside from that, there will be items that you should take with you in your own vehicle, such as cash, jewelry, art, collectibles and important documents.
5. What Insurance Coverage Options Do You Offer?
Moving insurance coverage covers a portion of the cost of your belongings in the event they are damaged or lost. All movers provide some basic liability coverage for free, usually $0.30/pound for intrastate moves and $0.60/pound for interstate moves, says Move.org.
But you can go a step further and pay extra for full-value protection (FVP). This will completely cover an item so that if it were broken or lost, you could replace or repair it. Be aware this is an out of pocket expense not offered by your movers. Ask your insurance company.
6. What Do You Offer?
Not all movers offer every service. Some are full-service movers and they will offer most services, such as packing, storage, loading and unloading, local and long-distance moves, residential and commercial moves, artwork moves, piano moves, custom crating, furniture assembly/disassembly, junk removal, cleaning services, etc.
Others only offer straightforward services such as labor only moves, local moves and the like. Always ask before you hire.
In the end, choosing the right mover will make or break your move. Choose wisely so you can start fresh in the new digs.
Contact Olde World Movers
You can feel good about hiring Olde World Movers for all aspects of your relocation to Frisco. This is one of our main service areas, so you know we can navigate the journey seamlessly. Get a free estimate when you call 817-618-1557.
