Why movers? When moving, numerous issues characterize the process, such as organizing, packing, loading, unloading, and transporting. Moving is time-consuming and draining. Hiring a professional simplifies and speeds up the process. With the right movers, you can focus on your core functions like business, work, and family as they do the heavy lifting. Even better, you can rest assured that your valuables are safe since, apart from being responsible, movers carry insurance that compensates you in case of losses. Also, your insurer will be more tipped to honor your claim since professionals were involved in the move. But how can you find and hire such professional movers in Kenya? Read on to find out the top things you need to consider when hiring a moving company.
Registration
In Kenya, only registered companies are allowed to move household goods. Registration is essential because it requires the company to meet specific standards and qualifications. For example, the company must provide a storage facility with minimal security risks and state-of-the-art surveillance equipment. Check the company’s registration number, and call the regulating authority to ask some questions. The authority can give you the name of the owners, the types and number of trucks, the registration numbers, and the ownership proof.
The reputation of the company
The mover’s reputation is a crucial consideration when hiring a moving company. After all, beauty is not permanent, and people do change. An impeccable reputation today does not guarantee a similar reputation in the future. Before settling on a particular company in Kenya:
- Ask around
- Check the Better Business Bureau
- Get referrals and read client reviews to find out what others say about the company
While looking at reviews and testimonials, observe the quality of the feedback, the number of years the company has been in the market, the awards and recognitions, and the company’s online presence and reputation. Checking the company’s permits, licenses, and certificates will give you peace of mind, knowing you are hiring licensed and accredited professionals.
Experience
Experience is everything in the service industry. The longer the company has been in the market, the better. It shows the company has maintained its office in good standing, must have a loyal clientele, and most importantly, should have built its services over time to be as better standards and affordable as they are now. To gauge the company’s experience, ask the company manager about the years they’ve been in business, which companies use their services, their most challenging project, and how they resolved it.
Insurance and license
Being that movers come into contact with multiple clients, you will, therefore, be entrusting them with your valuable belongings. More importantly, they will spend hours unsupervised on your premises and in your residence. There is a need to ensure they can be relied on and are legit. For this reason, before hiring movers, ensure they hold the right insurance coverage and license. Insured companies are obligated in law to compensate you for your losses in case your valuables are damaged or spoilt during the move. Even so, if not moving company you hire will have this insurance. The license goes a long way in showing the registration and authorization of the company to offer these services. It makes your move and hiring a company much safer. The last thing you need is the wrong people walking in and out of your premises.
Estimates and rates
While it is essential to consider the cost of services of a company, only go for deals that seem reasonable to be true. With the right amount of research, you should be able to identify companies funded by governments, the military, and the government with competitive and affordable prices. You can compare the fees proposed by different companies to compare the costs accurately. However, remember that the lowest bidder is not necessarily the best company to hire, so check the quality and quantity of the company’s services. Go through the company’s reviews and see which company is most valued in the market.
Hiring movers is cheaper and easier than you may realize. The above are some tips to consider when hiring professionals in Kenya. Depending on your needs, you may also have to consider more factors.
