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RED FLAGS OF BROKERS AND BANDIT MOVERS

Images of red flagsThe mover or broker doesn’t perform an on-site inspection of your household items and gives an hourly estimate over the telephone or online — sight unseen. 
Images of red flagsThe mover or broker does not provide a written estimate or says they will determine the cost after loading.
Images of red flagsThe moving company demands cash or a large deposit before the move.
Images of red flagsThe mover asks you to sign blank documents.
Images of red flagsThe mover or broker doesn’t provide you with a copy of the Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move booklet and a copy of FMCSA’s Ready to Move brochure, which movers are required by federal regulations to supply to their customers.
Images of red flagsThe company’s website has no local address and no information about their registration or insurance.
Images of red flagsThe mover claims all goods are covered by their insurance.
Images of red flagsWhen you call the mover, the telephone is answered with “Movers” or “Moving Company,” rather than the company’s name.
Images of red flagsOffices and warehouse are in poor condition or nonexistent.
Images of red flagsOn moving day, a rental truck arrives rather than a company-owned or marked fleet truck.
Images of red flagsThe mover claims that you have more belongings than estimated.