No matter what relocation company you are dealing with, here are some essential questions that you must always ask potential movers in order to avoid moving-day surprises.

Are You an Actual Mover or Moving Broker?

Not all brokers are necessarily bad, but they can’t really control what will happen when the time to move comes and won’t be responsible for price increases or damages. Not all brokers present themselves as such, so you should always ask. If you aren’t sure about what to do, you can call us at Alpha Moving & Storage for help.

What Are Your Extra Moving Charges & Fees?

Even if a mover provides you with a bottom line price, this doesn’t mean that there aren’t any extra fees. Some movers won’t tell you about extra charges unless you ask about them, so be sure to inquire. And make sure to read all the paperwork before signing anything so you don’t get hit with surprise charges.

Important Questions to ask your Relocation Company

What Are Your Moving Insurance Options?

You don’t want to wait until after you’ve incurred damages to check about the insurance. There’s a big difference between basic liability and full coverage, especially if you have expensive items. Again, some movers won’t tell you anything about insurance unless you ask, so be sure that you do. If you have expensive items to move, full coverage is always the best way to go.

What Are My Payment Method Options After My Move?

Some moving companies accept credit cards only for the deposit and take payment for the rest of the move in cash or certified check. So, if you plan on using your credit card for the relocation payment, be sure to ask in advance. Some companies may charge you an extra fee for credit card payment, so ask about that as well.

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    Bird, Sarge, Nemo did a great job moving us into our new place! Amazing attitudes from beginning to end. Very efficient and careful while moving all our … More things especially careful with our fragile items! Definitely would recommend them for future work. They’re the BEST!!!
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    We had an exceptional moving experience with Alpha Moving when they handled the relocation of our 5 bedroom house to another state. From start to finish … More the service was outstanding. The team was punctual, professional, and incredibly efficient. They took great care in transporting our belongings, ensuring everything arrived intact.
  • Avatar Dana Schulz ★★★★★ a month ago
    My husband and I have used Alpha for two moves—once from Manhattan to Jersey City and more recently from Jersey City to the Jersey Shore.
    The first move
    … More was during Covid, but Alpha was super diligent and professional. The second move was on an incredibly hot and humid day, and our movers still worked so hard and fast.
    For our second move, we also had to put our items in storage for a few weeks. Alpha made this super easy and had a thorough system for taking inventory of all our furniture and boxes.
    I can't say enough about how great Alpha is. We would use them again and recommend them to anyone. Their office employees are very responsive and helpful, and the movers are extremely skilled and professional.
    I've also found their prices to be much more reasonable than other companies in the area.

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