Hiring Movers To Transport Recreational Equipment

Often times when people are making a long-distance move, such as across the country, they do not consider how they are going to move to larger items. When a person has a ski boat, classic car, or even something as large as a yacht, they are often left in a position unsure of what to do.

Fortunately, professional movers transport these types of property every single day. There are, however, some questions that should be asked before a customer hires a business to move their expensive recreational property.

First of all, a person should always make sure that the business is fully insured, bonded, and if applicable, licensed to do business in the state in which they operate. You should be able to find out about licensing by going to your state's official website. Beyond licensing, the state will also let you know if there are any other requirements for moving companies.

You should also ask the moving company for a certificate of liability insurance. This certificate should indicate which coverage the business has and the amount for which they are insured. If the moving company says they are unable to provide you with a copy of the certificate, you can find out which insurance company they use, and the insurance company can send you a certificate directly. You may also ask to see the movers' bond certificate.

If everything checks out with the licensing, insurance, and bond certificates, then you can feel comfortable knowing that the moving company has taken all the steps necessary to protect both you and them. Next, you should find out what precautions they take when moving an item such as yours.

The questions will vary depending on the type of recreational property you are having them move. If the movers will be transporting an all-terrain vehicle, perhaps you will want to know if they are transporting this in an enclosed trailer.

If not, how do they plan to secure it during rest stops to ensure that it is not stolen? If they will be transporting a large boat, do they intend to cover the boat with a waterproof material in case of heavy storms, so that your leather seats are not ruined? Another good question to ask is how often the movers transfer items such as yours.

When hiring professional movers to transport your recreational equipment, you need to ask lots of questions. Be sure that you have a contract in writing. Also, make sure to ask for referrals so that you can know the crew will take great care when handling your property.