The number of fraudulent Residential Movers Singapore is rapidly growing in the moving industry. These fraudulent moving companies run different scams that are hard to avoid. At Agarwal Packers and Movers Ltd, we deeply understand the importance of the safe and secure moving of your belongings. So, to help you, we have arranged expert guidelines to spot bad moving companies and protect you from possible fraud. Let’s get started.
Bad online reputation
The best way to spot a bad moving company is to look out for its reputation online. Check out the mover’s rating and testimonials left by their previous customers. There are different online directories and platforms where you can find the complete mover’s information and genuine customer reviews.
Legitimate moving companies understand the importance of a professional reputation and try their best to keep their record clean by providing excellent relocation services. They also ensure that moving claims, disputes, and issues are handled fairly. So, if you find any moving company with bad reviews and feedback, then it is better to move forward with other movers.
No licensing information
The packing and moving service providers you are planning to hire in Singapore must be registered and licensed by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). You can easily check out the information of the particular moving company from ACRA’s website to ensure that the company is registered, active, and legally recognized.
If a moving company fails to provide proof of registration, then run far away from them. A legitimate moving company will always provide you with their registration and license by ACRA.
Also, keep in mind that if you are planning for an interstate move, then don’t hire local movers who don’t have the legal authority to perform an interstate move.
Furthermore, whether you are planning to move internationally or domestically, it is crucial to ask your movers about the licensing and registration.
Estimation over call or internet
Is it possible for a professional mover to give you an accurate moving quotation without a pre-move survey? No, it is not possible no matter how well-experienced movers are. Don’t finalize a moving company based on a quotation provided online without any prior inspection.
Request your movers for a pre-move survey to get an accurate and detailed moving cost. This will help professionals determine:
- Total household items to be moved.
- Packing material to be used.
- If there is anything fragile or breakable, it requires special care and attention.
- Tools and equipment such as moving dollies, hand trucks, etc. are required on the moving day.
- Heavy and bulky belongings are to be disassembled.
- Additional services such as unpacking, premium packaging, and others are required.
- A long flight of stairs.
The above-mentioned points will affect your final moving costs. Hence, don’t accept quotations over a call or online. Moreover, don’t settle for the first moving quotations. Ask for moving quotations from at least 3-4 moving companies to get an idea of average industry costs.
No proper insurance policy
As a citizen of Singapore, it is your right to ask your moving company for proof of insurance. Additionally, request your movers for information about the insurance policy and the process of filing a claim in case of damage or loss.
If your selected relocation company refuses to provide the details for insurance, then don’t hesitate to drop them and hire the properly insured packers and movers.
There are two common types of insurance coverage:
Released-value protection: This type of coverage is usually offered for free, but this is practically less than minimal coverage. In case of any kind of damage or loss, movers will pay you at least 60% of the original amount of the items. This kind of insurance policy can’t be trusted and is not worth it for a long-distance move,
Full value Protection: in this type of protection you need to pay extra, but it is all worth it. In case something bad happens to your household belongings during the move, the company will be liable for the repair or replacement value or will offer cash settlement for any damage or loss of your valuables.
Moreover, you must consider buying third-party moving insurance in case none of the above options suit you. Get in touch with the insurer and ask them about the insurance policy that covers your possessions during a move.
Additional red flags to be aware of
Apart from these, there are additional red flags that you should be aware of to avoid bad moving companies:
- If the movers don’t respond with the company name during the call.
- If you are not able to relocate the company’s online presence or the company doesn’t have any website.
- If the movers don’t provide flexible moving options or ask for large deposits.
- If movers give you a blank or incomplete contract, sign them.
Conclusion
The time you spend when choosing a moving company will help you avoid scams and spot a bad house removal Singapore. Careful consideration of the above-mentioned points will ensure that you end up hiring fraud movers and ensure a smoother moving experience.
