Will movers steal your stuff?

According to Murphy, movers do not steal from shippers – ever. Murphy assures readers that after thirty years of working as a mover, “I never once saw anyone steal anything from a shipper” (21). Before you get too comfortable, though, you may want to reconsider letting the movers pack your socks and underwear.

What do you do if movers don’t show up?

If the movers don’t show up, try to get in touch with them. In case you see that your movers are late for more than 20 to 30 minutes, it’s time to pick up your phone, and call them. This is really the only way to get precise information on what is going on.

Does it cost more to move on the weekend?

Moving companies tend to be busy: Weekends, holidays and during the summer are the “peak” times that most people try to move, meaning that moving companies are always busier during these times. If a weekend move is your only option, expect to pay higher — although not necessarily unreasonable — rates.

Do you need a moving company to move in house?

Standard moving companies may not offer specialty moving and packing in-house, and you may need to contract with a third party mover that specializes in moving and/or building specially-designed crates for fragile items.

When do movers have to give you your belongings?

Under federal law, interstate movers are required to give your belongings to you when you pay 100 percent of the costs in a binding estimate or 110 percent of a non-binding estimate where additional weight or services have caused the final costs to rise, according to InCharge.org.

What to do when moving from state to state?

For a state-to-state move, reach out to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. For an in-state move, reach out to whichever state agency regulates moving companies or to your state’s consumer protection department.

What to do if a mover rips you off?

Notify the Better Business Bureau. The Better Business Bureau tracks complaints about both interstate movers and in-state movers. While the bureau may not be able to resolve your dispute, your complaint at least could prevent someone else from being ripped off by the same mover. 5. Check Out MoveRescue.com.

What should I do if my movers take my stuff?

Whether these stories come to us through emails or from customers calling us after a moving company has wronged them, these same cries come up time and again: “All my stuff is missing,” or “All my stuff is damaged,” or even worse, “My movers are holding my stuff for ransom!”

What’s the average cost of a move on Moving.com?

Moving.com can help you prepare financially for any move. From our free moving cost calculator to our useful money-saving tips, here’s everything you need to know about calculating moving costs for your next relocation. The average cost of a local move is $1,250. The average cost of a long distance move is $4,890 (distance of 1,000 miles).

Can a government agency go after a moving company?

These governmental agencies don’t usually have the resources to go after every moving company that pulls a fast one (sad but true), but if the complaints on a company start piling up there’s a chance that company will have the hammer of the law come down on them. And that’s really all we want.

Can a moving company refuse to unload your belongings?

Just this year, Arizona passed House Bill 2145 , which in Arizona requires moving companies to unload customers’ belongings in case of a dispute regarding payment on an intrastate move. We’d hope that this would be standard lawful procedure across the country, but sadly not all states are up to speed on this loophole.