American Moving Services offers information on How to Choose a Professional Mover

Most moving companies provide a wide variety of relocation services for a range of service fees. It is a good idea to talk with different movers to compare their services. To find out who the best movers are in your area, you can use our simple form above to find licensed professional interstate movers. You can also check with the Better Business Bureau or other consumer organizations in your local area. When selecting a mover, we encourage consumers to choose a moving company which is a member of our service listing. The members of this listing service have all agreed to abide by the terms of their published tariffs and to participate in an Arbitration Program.

Certified Movers and Van Lines are companies that have agreed to abide by our Code of Conduct that requires complete disclosure of moving information to consumers, written estimates of charges, timely service and prompt response to claims and complaints. They have also agreed to arbitrate disputes arising from loss and or damage to the household goods in your shipment. Not all movers participate in our program, only the good ones do. Before you make your choice of movers, be sure to find out if they are members and if they participate in the American Moving Services Van Line Program .

If you are moving interstate, you should read and understand all of the information you will receive. In addition to brochures explaining their various services, moving companies should give you a copy of a consumer booklet entitled Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move and information regarding the mover's participation in any Dispute Settlement procedures. Distribution of the consumer booklet and the requirement that movers offer shippers neutral arbitration as a means of settling disputes that may arise concerning loss or damage on household goods shipments are requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

Each year some 19% of America relocates. That was a total of 42 million people according to recent data. The moving season coincides with the nations summer school breaks. Summertime is the moving season and in this business it's feast or famine. For 4 months out of each year moving companies are slammed with some 80% of the years business. Some movers only open for 6 - 8 months each year and completely shutdown during off season to save money. If you want your move to go smoothly than you must make preparations now. Find a moving company now and be safe in knowing your truck has been reserved and will arrive on time for your move. It is important to try to make arrangements for your move well in advance, at least four to six weeks before the moving date.

When you choose your mover, be sure you understand:

• The rates and charges that will apply to your move.
• The mover's liability for your belongings. Verify insurances and any additional fees for coverage's.
• How pickup and delivery will work. Will you share a truck or book your own straight truck?
• What claims protection you have. Can you contact the movers in a timely manner and have them fix your troubles?

We work with the nations leading trucking network. We have over 100 drivers on the road during peak season and are open year round to provide you with top rated moving company estimates at no charge. Let American Moving Services help you with your upcoming move day and get a FREE Moving Company Quote now!