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Hostage situations and injuries don’t only happen during police standoffs or a banging episode of Law and Order. These hazardous circumstances are possible during your next move. We all see the ads for commercial movers grinning away; moving pianos and heavy dressers, but what we don’t see is what really can happen if you hire the wrong mover.

They’ll be grinning alright…while they are breaking your treasured items and possibly trying to renegotiate your move contract while your items are being held hostage on the moving truck.

Unfortunately, like many professions, moving has a few bad apples that can ruin a happy occasion for your family. Not doing your homework and checking the company’s background can cost you more money in the long run and add stress to your move.

How do you distinguish who are the bad guys and are there signs that you can look for when hiring a moving company?

According to Smart Money Magazine, ask about company experience, licensing, who exactly will deliver your items and how long it will take. Ask for a signed, in-house price estimate and ask if prices are based on the total weight or cubic feet. Ask about additional fees up front so you won’t be surprised upon delivery.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (ww.protectyourmove.gov) has a heap of information about how to protect yourself against evil movers and what you need to know about valuation and insurance options.

10 Things a Moving Company Won’t Say (Smart Money Magazine)

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