A moving truck and the movers that need them are the most important components of a relocation. For that reason, they also require the most scrutiny. A relocation service puts its best foot forward with the quality of its vehicles, and a poorly maintained and branded vehicle can be a sign of an immature company. And occasionally, it may suggest something much worse than an inexperienced or disorganized service. Fortunately, a homeowner only needs to keep their eyes open to spot any potential problems.
The first thing to pay attention to on relocation day is how the truck looks. Have the movers branded the vehicle permanently, or is the vehicle unmarked or recently decaled? A relocation service will always want to advertise its business to the public, so an unmarked vehicle is likely a rental. It also suggests that the homeowner is working with a subcontracted crew. Both are bad news, because it means the vehicle will be difficult to track, and that the crew may be impossible to find if something goes wrong. It’s an enormous gamble for a homeowner to take.
Even when the vehicle is marked, it is still important to check the cargo hold to ensure it is clean and large enough for everything that needs to be transported. If the moving service shows up with a damaged, dirty or small vehicle, it can create a major headache for the homeowner.
A relocation represents a major investment of time and money, so it’s best to keep your eyes and ears open from start to finish. That includes checking out the moving truck and the movers you’ve hired.
