Moving house is a daunting task, and one which can be made all the more stressful if you choose the wrong removalist company. From lengthy delays to rude behaviour, even theft or not showing up on the day, a poor removalist can scarper all your best laid plans and cause real damage to your posessions. So it’s important to make the right choice in who you hire.
Best Removalists Melbourne – Let The Internet Be Your Friend
The first step in finding your best removalist is to seek recommendations – via friends or the internet. Ask for recommendations amongst your friends and on local Facebook pages, and do a search of ‘best removalists Melbourne’.
Make a shortlist of possible suppliers, and then check their online reviews. Keep an eye out for bad reviews, particularly if there are multiple complaints about the same issues. Check reviews both on each company’s official website and also on their Facebook page or Google. You might also ask removalists for their past customer contacts to get a verbal review of their work.
Compare Rates
Contact several removalists for a quote and be sure to compare ‘apples with apples’ – some removalists will charge by the hour, and others will set a fixed price. Keep in mind that the cheapest price may not always offer the best service or most efficient work, so think about what’s most important to you.
Spend some time talking with reputed removalists and provide lots of detail on what will need moving. Some removalists will want to visit you and view all items to be removed before providing a final quote.
Always make sure your final quote is written and not just verbal. Companies such as Pinder Tower Movers will provide a written contract before they start work.
Customer Service
Your best removalist is one that you are completely comfortable with, and that provides a high level of customer service. Some things to consider are:
• Is there a dedicated customer support number for any queries you have?
• Are they friendly and polite and willing to take time to explain things to you?
• Do reviews suggest a high level of customer service? Are there any past complaints about the behaviour or removalists when on the job?
Moving house is a stressful experience, and you want a professional, friendly removalist supporting you.
Experience Counts
There is a huge variation in the level of experience of removalists in Melbourne. Some removalists are working on-the-side to make a bit of extra cash and have minimal work experience. Others will have been in the business for decades – Pinder Tower Movers have over 30 years of removal experience.
When it comes to packing things correctly and ensuring your belongings are safe, experience counts. Moreover, removalists with years of experience will work far more efficiently and will get the job done with a minimum of time and fuss. At the end of the day, a company with greater experience is likely to save you both stress and money.
Check For Insurance
Check that your chosen removalist company has insurance to cover any loss or damage of goods while they are packing, unpacking, and transporting. Ask about the value and extent of the cover, and whether there is any need for additional insurance from yourself.