Moving? Why Trust Is So Important When Choosing a Mover

Did you know that moving is considered one of life’s most stressful experiences? It can certainly feel overwhelming, especially if you try to move forward without a plan and professionals you trust. Let’s look at what to look for in a mover and how to make sure you choose a company you can feel confident placing your trust in.

  1. Permits, licenses, and insurance may feel like the bare minimum, but there are a concerning number of moving crews operating without them. Offering little more than muscle and a truck, these unprofessional moving crews frequently offer prices so low that it feels too good to be true – and it probably is. Working with fly-by-night movers leaves you unprotected in case your items get damaged or go missing. Even worse – they may not show up at all, leaving you in the lurch.
  2. One of the most important elements of a trustworthy, professional moving service is their in-depth knowledge of the area that you’re moving from and to. Few things can add to the stress of moving like hearing that your moving truck driver is lost while transporting your cherished possessions. Choosing an experienced, detail-oriented local avoids this problem and potential pain points surrounding traffic, street closures, and special events that need to be avoided. It also means they’ll be familiar with the availability of on-street parking and permitting requirements. A well-informed local mover may even be able to instruct you about applying for local utilities, pet licenses, and the best place to buy groceries or grab a quick bite to eat.
  3. Few things inspire trust in a moving crew the way that knowing they’ve worked together for a long time does. It means that the team will communicate with each other easily, and is a sign that they’re well-trained. When you ask about the service, ask how long their average employee has worked for the company. Moving companies that have long-tenured employees treat their workers well, and those employees work hard to make sure that they take good care of clients in turn.
  4. Positive referrals, great reviews, and other word-of-mouth recommendations are the most confidence-inducing ways of ensuring that you’re working with a moving company that you can trust. When you start searching for a moving company, begin by asking your friends, neighbors, and relatives whether they have a stellar crew they’d go back to again, and look for glowing reviews on Google, Yelp, and other sites. Most important of all, a trustworthy, confident moving company will be happy to provide you with testimonials from satisfied customers and will have plenty that they can offer without hesitation.

The things that you’re moving represent home far more than the walls they’re moving from or to. Knowing that you’re working with a dependable moving company that will treat your items with the same care that they’d treat their own makes a big difference in how you feel about the process.

Joey’s Movers is the most referred moving company in the Chicagoland area. Our employees have worked with us for years and have deep knowledge of the area built on the foundation of being local residents. We are dedicated to delivering dependable, efficient, and customer-focused moving services tailored to your needs. Contact us today to learn more about our trusted service and get a free price quote.