Did you know that there are many moving scams out there? It is a real thing! Unfortunately, we have heard from many of our clients that they have struggled with getting their belongings from a company that was suppose to help them move. We just want to spread the awareness and make sure you know that this is something to potentially look out for. Also, if you have a specific name of a company that you have had this type of problem with, please let us know so we can pass the information on to our clients.
We have heard stories like this…unless the client pays more money, the mover will not open the truck and you cannot get your belongings. It has been said that one in ten consumers fall for this type of scam, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Wow…that is a lot of people! There is a way around this – make sure you have a contract written up and the terms are in writing! Be sure you have a copy of what both you and the company signed. And be sure that the contract is very specific and does not include a clause with any potential additional fees.
Speaking of hidden fees, this is very important to mention! There are scams out there were a breakdown of costs are not on an original quote. Before the move occurs, the company will send a new quote that includes costs that were not on the original quote. These types of fees may be: gas fees, assembly, disassembly, bulk items, supplies, storage fees, weight, etc.
We also want you to look out for quotes that seem too good to be true! If you get a quote from a company that does not seem right because it is so inexpensive, there is a reason to be concerned! After you have paid a deposit, there are some companies that will sell your information to another company.
We hope you have never been a victim of one of these types of scams! But now that you are aware of them and know what to look for, you should feel more safe and secure in choosing a moving company.