The big day is quickly approaching and you need to hire a moving company. Big John Movers of Cincinnati, OH, knows how important it is to work with movers you trust; they’ve been building a reputation in their community as reputable movers for over 40 years. Here, they list a few key questions to ask to make sure the moving company you’re considering is the right one for you.

Take these actions before hiring your movers:

• Ask About Moving Service Estimates & Extra Costs: Cost is always an important topic of conversation and often a decision maker. Ask the moving company you speak to what their estimate for services is and if anything specific will garner an extra cost, so there are no surprises after you hire them. Also find out if the estimates provided are locked in or might be subject to change the day of the move.
• Ask About Home Movers Liability Coverage or Insurance: All companies should have some sort of coverage; it’s important to know the details of how much it covers, what it excludes, and if you can purchase additional insurance if needed.
• Ask About Reviews & References: Any moving company worth their salt should have reviews or references from past customers. Ask about where they can be found, whether on their site, Yelp, or even an emailed reference sheet. Reviews are an important aspect of deciding on who to hire—the more positive they are the more likely you’ll have a positive experience!
• Ask About Timeline: Ask your potential moving company how long the move will take and confirm arrival time. While they can’t always give an exact time, they can provide a general time frame of a few hours. Plus, they can let you know how many movers will likely be needed.