Obtaining a quotation from a moving company
After you have taken the decision of relocating, you will start to think of various aspects. Which moving company should be selected, when to move, how to move etc. are some of such aspects you will keep thinking of. In addition to all the other facts, it is highly important for you to know the amount should be spent when hiring a moving company. In fact, it is hardly possible for you to make a final plan if you don’t have a clue about the transportation cost. Therefore, the first thing you should consider when planning your relocation is to obtain quotations from potential moving companies.
A professional moving company is always ready to offer moving quotations for their customers. Some of those companies are willing to offer even free estimates. Virtually, all the modern moving companies have websites; they also offer customers the chance of obtaining moving quotations online. Before applying for a quotation, you must have a clear idea about all the items you need to move.
Online estimation forms have sections to be filled with all the necessary information. Your moving plan and the information about the goods to be moved are some of the important facts you might find in these sections. Here are some of the other details you will find in moving estimates in general.
- Estimated size of the load and the estimated moving date
You should decide the date of move fill the form. More importantly, you should have a rough idea about the size of the load you expect to move and inform it to the mover.
- Start and Destination
This is another critical section you must fill out. You must clearly indicate the starting point and the destination (the existing address and the new location including the city and zip code). This information is helpful for the moving company to decide the length of the move.
- Contact details
This section is included to fill out your contact information like name, contact address, contact numbers. You may also have to include your account number and email address under this section.
- Inventory
This is another important section of your estimate that demands you to mention all the stuff you wish to move. A comprehensive estimate form may have properly categorized sections covering all the items from kitchenware to office equipment. Be sure to fill out this section to the best of your knowledge to avoid discrepancies.
Most of the estimate forms may demand you to mention any special issues pertaining to your move. Potential burdens such as lack of parking space, necessity to use staircases or elevators, narrow hallways etc. should be mentioned in this section. Be sure not to avoid any important information as it may impact on your final bill.
If a particular moving company is reluctant to offer a quotation, you must look for another option. Moreover, you shouldn’t ever rely on verbal quotations as it is too risky.