Furniture removals are a fast-growing business in South Africa. And with rising unemployment rates, more and more people are looking for opportunities to make money. But not all people are interested in doing this the legal way. While there are many new moving companies that are reliable, there are an equal amount of fly-by-nights ready to rip you off and take your money, all posing under the label of cheap moving companies.
Finding the best and not necessarily the cheapest moving company is crucial since making the wrong decision can have serious consequences. Even if the company is cheap, it means they had to cut costs somewhere, often giving you less than satisfactory service. First thing to go is staff training, which is crucial when it comes to handling peoples belongings. Hiring temporary workers off the street with little to no training at all is a high risk to take since they are typically more prone to theft and taking chances.
As a client, you trust these people with your personal belongings while paying for a service, albeit a cheap price. While moving is a simple concept does require some skill and movers need to know how to:
- be reliable and professional
- move bulky items without damaging floors and walls
- disassemble and reassemble furniture that won’t fit through doors
- disconnect and reconnect appliances
- load and unload the truck to avoid damage
- protect items in transit with padding and covers
Another thing cheap moving companies cut back on is transport. Having a reliable fleet to transfer furniture from point A to point B is crucial. Fly-by-nights have a tendency to overload trucks which can lead to breakage and even accidents. Also not having the right equipment or tools to load and unload your belongings can cause disastrous damage.
While selecting an affordable moving company is a realistic request, never make your decision solely based on price. Do your homework first. Ask for testimonials from happy clients and actually phone them. Don’t just take their word for it. Make sure their fleet is updated and reliable to ensure your belongings get to the other side in one piece. Ask about their staff and the training they receive. You’ll want to employ a moving company with trained, happy and loyal staff members. This way you’ll know they’ll look after your stuff.
BusyBee Removals might not be the cheapest moving company but they are affordable and they tick all the right boxes. With extensive experience in moving families around the corner, cross country and internationally, they can move you with their eyes closed. Their primary goal is ultimate customer satisfaction whatever it takes.
Don’t risk potential damage to your precious belongings by using cheap moving companies. Make use of professionals to ensure peace of mind during your next move. For an obligation free quote, speak to one of their friendly and committed team members.