What to Look for When Hiring a Moving Company

Planning a Move?

As you are approaching your next move there are so many different things that need to be considered and arranged. One way that you can ease some of the stress you might be feeling is to consider hiring movers.

Every time I’ve moved previously, I’ve always felt like I can simply do it myself.  But then, I end up not having enough materials or method to my packing once the move starts. I find myself a frantic mess trying to load everything into a moving truck. Then to top it off, driving said moving truck, which makes me a nervous wreck. 

You may also be thinking that you’ll be able to ask your friends and family to help. However, if you’re anything like me, you’ll end up feeling guilty for asking for help. Also, you may end up needing more help than they are able to provide with lifting heavy, bulky items.  

If you choose to move yourself, you would be putting yourself and your friends and family at risk of injury lifting something too heavy or carrying something down stairs and falling. There is also the potential of your belongings getting broken or damaged in the process as well. Professional movers  have the knowledge and skills that are needed to move those more challenging items. Hiring movers can eliminate so much stress and anxiety during this already stressful time. 

Here are three things that you can keep in mind when you begin to research moving companies. 

1. Use a family owned business

A family run business takes its work very seriously. They have their name, family’s well-being, and reputation at stake so you can feel reassured that they will take the utmost care of your belongings during your move. Hiring a business that is family owned provides confidence that the job will be completed well. 

Here at Peavler Moving, we are at third generation Moving and Storage company, operating since 1988!  Our customers keep coming back again and again as they move, and there’s a good reason: We stick together, and we take care of each other and you.

2. Experience 

If you use a moving company who has years or even decades of experience, you can be reassured that your move will go smoothly. A company that has been working in this business for years knows the best way to move and can complete the work as efficiently as possible.

Peavler Moving and Storage has been operating for decades.  We also employ family members, own and drive our own trucks, and execute 750+ moves each year.  You’re not going to have someone brand new to the job or the industry carrying out your move, instead you’ll get a seasoned vet who has dozens or hundreds of successful moves under their belt.

3. Reputation

The best way to know if a company will work well for you and your family is to read about other people’s experiences with them. The experiences that previous clients had can be a great predictor of what you will experience as well. Be sure to read reviews of potential companies and see what others have to say about them. 

There are many things to coordinate and organize when you begin to plan a move. Hiring a moving company can be one way you can make your move go much smoother. Movers can literally take a huge weight off your shoulders. Keep these tips in mind when you are researching moving companies and you’ll be sure to find a company that will be a great fit for you and your family. 

Peavler Moving & Storage has a sterling reputation in the community, because we treat all your things as if they were ours.  We each own a part of this business, so we are passionate to make sure each of our moves goes flawlessly.

Moving to a new home can be a challenging experience for anyone. However, if you find a mover with these qualities, your next move won’t have any problems!

And of course, you’ve got Peavler Moving & Storage to help you every step of the way.  Call us at 859-325-0090 and a real person will be right there to help.