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Tell-Tale Signs That You Are Dealing with a Rogue Mover
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1. They low-ball the rest of the competition. Rogue movers will bait you with the lowest hourly rate then prolong the time required to finish the move so your cost ultimately goes up. Best rule of thumb: Ask for a contract with the rates quoted.
2. They are not insured. If your moving company doesn’t have its own insurance and offers to move you without offering you insurance that reflects today’s value, RUN. Run as far as the east is from the west. Getting adequate insurance is a very, very important part of the moving process. It’s your protection from ‘Murphy’s Law’.
3. They do not offer or agree to an on-site inspection of your home and contents and gives an estimate over the phone or Internet. If the estimates sounds too good to be true. It just might be.
4. They demand cash or a large deposit upfront or before the move.
5. They claim all goods are covered by their insurance. It’s important to understand insurance that is being offered. In 1930’s value 0.60 cents/lb was adequate coverage. In those days it could adequately replace your valuables in the event of loss or damage. Not so in today’s world of inflation and price increases. A reasonable coverage is $30/lb to adequately compensate for loss or damage. Be sure to check that you are adequately covered by the mover. (There is an additional charge). Isn’t it better to be safe than sorry?
6. They don’t explain the terms and conditions of your move and don’t provide you with a Bill of Lading
Remember if your gut has a bad feeling, it’s probably right – it’s called gut feeling! If you’re still unsure, call Planned Directions, your trusted Mississauga movers. We’ll always tell you the truth.
