Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
Listed by Category
Selecting the Right Moving Company:
- How do I research a moving company?
- How do I know if a mover is legitimate?
- How can I check a Moving Company’s Licensing and Insurance?
- How do I know that a moving company is Reputable?
- What about review sites?
- Why should I use a Moving Company instead of a broker?
I see other Elite Moving companies in the US - is it you?
Understanding Your Moving Quote
- How should I review my moving quote?
- What should I expect to pay for local move?
- What should I expect to pay for long-distance move?
- Why do you need an inventory for a long-distance move?
- Why is charging by inventory for long distance moves better?
- What is a guaranteed rate per cubic foot? - long distance only
- Why is guaranteed rate per cubic foot important?- long distance only
- Are my items insured while in transit?
- Will movers wrap my furniture?
Payments schedule and form of payments accepted:
- What are your billing and payment details?
- What is the payment schedule for a local move?
- What is the payment schedule for a long-distance move?
- What forms of payment do you accept?
What to expect after scheduling the move
- I've scheduled my move - now what?
- Do I need to sign a Moving Contract?
- What if I have to make changes after I sign?
- Confirmation Call:
Preparing family on moving date:
- How should I get my family ready for the move?
- Should I get a babysitter for moving day?
- Should I get a pet sitter for moving day?
What to expect after the pickup? - long distance move
- What happens on my long distance move after everything is loaded?
- What if I have questions after the movers leave?
- How do I get an update on the status of my delivery?
Delivery for a long-distance move:
- What do I need to know about delivery on my long-distance move?
- Why is there a delivery window?
- What if I am starting a new job?
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