How do I avoid a rogue long distance mover?

Check for a real address, a written contract, and a clean BBB record.

You avoid rogue movers by checking a few things before you book. Look for a real street address, a written contract, and a clean BBB record. A firm price given with no survey is the biggest warning sign of all.

Watch for these red flags. The mover wants a large cash deposit up front. The company lists no address you could visit. They quote your whole move over the phone without seeing it. They dodge questions about insurance. They will not put the deal in writing. Any one of these should stop you.

Rogue movers make their money after pickup. They load your goods, then raise the price while holding them. A written fixed quote after a real survey closes that door. So does a company with a public track record.

Check any mover on the BBB before you sign. 1Pro Moving & Shipping holds an A+ BBB rating with 0 claims in 20 years. Every customer gets a free survey and a fixed written quote before we book anything.

Planning a long distance move? Call (604) 721-4555 with your questions. We will walk you through the quote step by step. Our cross country moving page explains what a fair contract covers.

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