While all people will agree that it is important to carefully research the reputation of the long distance moving companies they are considering, few people actually research their movers thoroughly. A simple search on the internet will provide you with hundreds of different results for long distance movers, each claiming to be the most reputable there is. It is your responsibility to make sure you are actually dealing with a reputable and honest long distance moving company.
Checking the Mover’s Reputation by Using Unbiased Sources
The first places to check are the BBB and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. These are unbiased sources of information. If a company is conducting its business in an honest and straightforward way, it should have a good record with the Better Business Bureau and no major violation complaints with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Checking Licenses Location and References
The mover’s license numbers should prominently appear in all its communications and contracts. License numbers will help you to ensure you are dealing with an actual long distance mover and not with a broker that will pass on your scheduled move to an unknown moving company.
Your best bet is to select a mover with actual headquarters in your immediate area. Such a mover will be able to provide you with an on-site estimate. Also, it is a good idea to ask for references from past customers who are willing to recommend the movers and the services that they provide. Remember, a thorough examination of the mover’s reputation will ensure that you’ll experience a smooth and trouble-free move.
Alpha Moving & Storage
234 16th Street 2nd floor, Jersey City
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The Alpha Moving team was professional, efficient, and handled my belongings with great care. They arrived on time, worked quickly, and made the entire … More moving process stress-free. Everything arrived in its original condition, and the pricing was fair with no hidden fees. Highly recommend them for anyone looking for a reliable moving service! -
Alpha was fantastic! Leading up to the move, they communicated well and were very accommodating when we needed to change our move date, add additional items, … More etc. On the day of the move, the 4-man crew was prompt and worked quickly and diligently to disassemble and wrap furniture and load all our possessions onto their large truck with care. We had many heavy boxes and bins, several of which were located in a basement down a narrow staircase. The crew had a great attitude and asked questions when necessary. Compared to other moving companies, Alpha was more reasonably priced and well worth it. I would enthusiastically recommend Alpha for any local moving needs!
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The team was awesome to work with! We moved from one high-rise to another, which required coordinating elevator reservations and meeting tight deadlines, … More and they handled everything seamlessly. They were both friendly and professional throughout the process. I highly recommend working with them, and if we ever move again, I will 100% choose them.
