Before talking with a Dallas movers, decide in advance which goods are going to be shipped. Consider whether or not you need the mover to pack and what other kinds of services you need. An estimator may come to your house and create a bid or make an estimate by talking to you over the telephone. For longer distance moves, estimates are based on weight.

Call or email the Dallas TX movers you are considering to do the job and request an estimate. Get involved in the estimating process and try to meet with the relocation consultant to survey your dwelling and prepare a written appraisal. Ask each prospective mover just how long their estimate is valid for and question whether the estimate is binding or non binding. Never accept an estimate over the telephone and you should never consider using a company that promises you this service.

Make the mover aware about any issues that he may encounter at the delivery like parking problems, road access, street accessibility, delivery time restrictions or if there can be any stairs or elevators involved. The cost of your move can increase for such occurrences. Make sure you reserve a parking space for the moving van in case your new home is on a congested street. In case the moving crew will have to carry your load in excess of 75 feet from the moving van to your door you may be charged for excessive distance. Some neighborhoods may prohibit trucks over a certain weight. The driver will offload your personal property into a smaller vehicle and the charge for that can be quite high. Advise the relocation consultant should you anticipate this situation arising. In addition, advise the consultant if you are moving to some high-rise building where an elevator reservation becomes necessary. This can create problems for the delivery schedule if the mover does not have knowledge of this ahead of time and extra charges will more than likely apply.

Check for the DOT license number. All Dallas moving companies are required to be licensed however interstate movers are required to meet two additional criteria.

1. Publish their tariffs or price list making it accessible to anybody who request a copy

2. Participate in a dispute settlement program and to offer neutral arbitration in the event a dispute arises. A dispute may arise in case loss or damage occurs a shipment while in the hands of the mover.

Finally, ask the right questions such as:

1. Does your company subcontract its moving services?

2. Which subcontractors could be used to move my home?

3. Will the contents of my home be on one truck the entire time? (Moving goods between trucks increases the potential for damage)

4. What services are not listed on this bid, and what do you charge for them?

5. What training do your movers and/or packers receive especially for packing and moving fragile items?