Types of Moving Companies
In planning your move, you’ll need to decide how much of the work you’re
willing and able to do: will you pack the items, or have the movers come in and
do the packing for you? Do you have any items that require special attention or
handling? Do you want the movers to unpack the boxes at your new location, or
will you unpack yourself?
Basically, there are two types of moving companies, and each offers a different
level of service. The most comprehensive services come from a full-service
moving company, and these businesses take care of the packing, loading,
transport, and unloading of your property. These movers are licensed and offer
business liability insurance plans to protect you in the case of damage to your
property. Usually, they inventory all of your property and provide you with a
copy of that inventory. Then you can check your property against the inventory
list after its arrival at the destination to ensure that nothing is missing or
damaged.
The second level of moving company is referred to as self-service moving. This
type of business allows you to pack, load, and unload your property, and the
only role they play is in the transport of the goods. These businesses are less
expensive than the services of full-service movers, but also involve more work
and time on your part. Additionally, their business liability insurance
policies are different because they have no role in the packing of goods.
Finally, you might choose to take on all aspects of the move on your own, and
hire no assistance whatsoever. This option is recommended for those with little
property to move and a small distance to travel for relocation. The least
expensive option, it is also the most time-consuming one, and requires a great
deal of energy on the mover’s part.