{"id":30205,"date":"2023-05-16T11:54:16","date_gmt":"2023-05-16T18:54:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/blog\/?p=30205"},"modified":"2023-05-16T11:57:04","modified_gmt":"2023-05-16T18:57:04","slug":"how-to-choose-local-movers-in-austin-texas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/blog\/2023\/how-to-choose-local-movers-in-austin-texas\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose local movers in Austin, Texas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving can be a stressful experience, but c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hoosing the best local movers in Austin can make all the difference. How can you make sure the movers are trustworthy experts who treat your belongings with care? What should you look for in a moving company? Here\u2019s a checklist to help you choose the best local movers in Austin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are their clients saying about them?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step in choosing local movers in Austin is to do your research. Don&#8217;t just choose a mover based on a great rate, look for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/moving-tips\/how-to-choose-a-mover\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">proof of excellence<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Use reliable websites like Yelp, the BBB or Google to learn what their clients are saying about them. Check the company&#8217;s website, social media pages and look for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/client-reviews\/recommendation-letters\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">letters of recommendation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/client-reviews\/video-testimonials\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">video testimonials<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/client-reviews\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">client reviews<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Don&#8217;t be afraid to ask for recommendations from friends, family and co-workers. If a moving company has earned a great reputation, they will work hard to make sure they can add you to their list of happy clients. Check out what our clients are saying about their moves in Texas.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xGy5aFKzVDo\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><br \/>\nVerify Licensing and Insurance before choosing local movers in Austin<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before hiring movers, it&#8217;s essential to verify that they are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/locations\/austin\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">licensed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/moving-tips\/insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">insured<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This information should be found on the company&#8217;s website or by contacting the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. If you&#8217;re moving out of state, check that your mover&#8217;s US DOT number is valid on U.S. Department of Transportation website. Ensuring that the company is properly licensed and insured will protect you in the event of any damages occur during the move. Never use a moving company without a license number or insurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-30208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Move-in-Texas-4276-B-Dec-2022-1-e1683831545707-278x300.jpg\" alt=\"NorthStar Mover carrying furniture into a moving truck\" width=\"280\" height=\"302\" \/>Experience &amp; Expertise<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When choosing local movers in Austin, look for movers with a proven track record. If a moving company has <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/about\/company-info\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">over 25 years of experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, that&#8217;s proof their clients keep coming back for more. Is their expertise mentioned in any<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/about\/press\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> leading news or magazines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Have they won any <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/awards\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">awards <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? If the company is being honored by the community, industry or well-known media, then you know you are in expert hands. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find Local Movers in Austin that Care about Service<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-30209 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Move-in-Texas-141623-B-Dec-3-2022-1-e1683831605556-280x300.jpg\" alt=\"NorthStar Moving in Austin customize to fit your needs\" width=\"280\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customer service is more than just being nice. They can be sweet as pie, but what really matters is how they listen and how they respond. Moving is never a one-size-fits-all deal, the moving company should ask you questions and\u00a0 want to hear all the details of your move. Look for a company that is responsive to your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northstarmoving.com\/moving-tips\/moving-howto\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">questions <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and communicates clearly throughout the moving process. The best movers will work with you to customize your move to save you time and money.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In conclusion, taking the time to choose the right local movers in Austin, will save you time, money and a lot of stress. By doing your research; verifying licensing and insurance; asking about experience;\u00a0 and verifying a company&#8217;s reputation you&#8217;ll find the best local movers in Austin for your needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moving can be a stressful experience, but choosing the best local movers in Austin can make all the difference. 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