AskThe Right Questions When Choosing A Moving Company (NAPSA)—Movingis a complex {i process. It’s more thanjust packing and transporting household goods. It’s choosing a new home, finding schools, selling your current home, securing financing, arranging appraisals—thelist is long and demanding, not to mention stress- ful. Choosing the right moving company can make the moving process much easier. To find the moving company that’s right for you, experts at family-owned Barrett Moving & Storage recommend you ask these questions: tS Whatkind of training do your = movers and packers receive? retention rates, driving records Amoving companythat invests in a formal training process understands the steps involved in providing a satisfactory moving experience. eAre your movers and packers contractors or employees? Independent owner-operators are an essential part of the household goods moving industry. Find out how contractors are selected and if they adhere to the same standards as employees. How long has your company been in business? A long track record of successful moving experience is a good indicator of a company’s willingness to provide the investment, thatresults in satisfactory moving experiencesfor the customer. andtraining programs. What happens if there's a delay in loading or delivery? Ask about on-time delivery guarantees and types of compensation if there are delays. How do I pay for my move? Findout what payment options exist with the moving company, whom you should pay, and when paymentis expected. Whatkind of communications can Texpect during the move? You'll want to know exactly when you'll get confirmations on packing, loading and delivery dates, how after-hour or weekend communication is conducted, and how driver communications work oncethe shipmentis in route. *What materials or resources How are my goods protected for damage or loss? A moving company should pro- can you offer me to help me get ready for the move? Tips from the move planning of valuation coverage options, the final stages are all extras that vide you with a clear explanation differences between them, and the relative costs of each, as well as how claims arefiled. eHow experienced are your drivers? stages through packing through can make your moving experience easier. Barrett Moving & Storage, an industry leader in residential and commercial relocation, main- The driver assigned to your tains facilities in Minneapolis, shipment will have responsibility Milwaukee and Chicago. More for all your household belongings. information is available at Ask the company about driver www.barrettmoving.com.
