LocalServ.Pro — Moving Services Hiring Checklist
Prepared October 17, 2026
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A useful moving estimate starts with a complete inventory and a realistic description of both addresses. Mention stairs, elevators, long carries, limited parking, oversized furniture, storage, and dates that cannot change. Those details matter more than comparing an advertised hourly rate by itself.

DISCUSS WITH THE PROVIDER
Who is the actual carrier and who is my contact on moving day?
How are high-value or fragile items documented?
What is the written process and deadline for reporting loss or damage?

COMPARE IN WRITING
[ ] Included tasks, materials and quantities
[ ] Exclusions, allowances and change approval
[ ] Relevant credentials, insurance and who performs the work
[ ] Permit responsibility, schedule, payment milestones and cleanup

SOURCES
FMCSA: Movers vs. Brokers — https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/protect-your-move/movers-vs-brokers

Full guide: https://localserv.pro/services/moving/