subject: How to Avoid Scams with a Grand Rapids Moving Company [print this page] How to Avoid Scams with a Grand Rapids Moving Company
1. Some Grand Rapids moving companies give a quote, that seems very reasonable, before looking at what needs to be shipped. Then when they are in the process of moving your items they will jack up the price. This is otherwise known as "bait and switch." Your things are going to go in one direction, and then it's a different financial story. This isn't ethical, and you don't need last minute surprises in your moving budget. A reputable Grand Rapids moving company won't do this to you.
To avoid these types of scams find a Grand Rapids moving company that will give you a fair price after they look at the items, or ask you questions about how much needs to be shipped. They should give you a fair and upfront price with no hidden fees.
2. Another scam that bad moving companies will do is add on multiple fees after everything has been shipped, and in the end the cost is almost double compared to the first estimate. Again, this falls under the "bait and switch" category.
An honest Grand Rapids moving company will go over any itemized fees upfront before you agree for them to move you. Again, this takes care of any last minute surprises in your budget.
3. Some companies will say they are charging by weight, but in the end charge by how much space everything took up on the truck which is much more expensive. At the end of the day, you need to deal with a company that is honest and tells you exactly how the charge you. When you get a trustworthy Grand Rapids moving company, they will tell you how they calculate your moving fees, and they will stick by that formula from beginning to end.
To avoid these scams, find several Grand Rapids moving companies and get an estimate from all of them. If one is abnormally low or high, question them to see if they have any hidden fees, or how they predict a quote. Check referrals and get the opinion of past customers. After talking with several of them choose the one that best suits your moving needs. Steer clear of any companies that seem "iffy", and don't have flat quotes, or if they can't give you a simple calculation. A good Grand Rapids moving company should come out to your home, and see for themselves what is being moved. Then they can see right then and there what type of space these items will require. They can stand with you and tell you if there will be any extra fees for delicate items or for special requests. An experienced Grand Rapids moving company can give you a quote invoice upfront, so that you can make the right and informed decision.
