Finding a reliable removal company can be hard work, you need to ensure that when looking to hire removal services that you do not get roped into hiring some dodgy tradesman who charges the earth for shoddy workman ship!Removal companies are everywhere so finding one is not the problem, finding the best one who is reliable, trustworthy and helpful is where the problem lies. To make sure that the company you hire are up to scratch, try looking at their feedback section on their websites or ask around for advice on which companies offer a good reliable service. Getting it right now will save you heaps of time and stress later on! What to look for in a company!There are plenty of things you should look out for that will give you a good idea of how the company works and how helpful they are when it comes to assisting you on the move. Are you insured?Look out for companies who offer insurance, whether or not you choose to use this option is up to you but usually if a company offer this to clients it’s a good way of establishing that they are a good company. The insurance service is usually incorporated within their packing service and generally those who opt to hire packers to do all of their packing will automatically be insured. If the packing service is a service that you are looking into I would recommend that you seek a company who offers the insurance with it, that way you gain peace of mind just in case the inevitable happened during transit! It’s better to be safe than sorry! Advertising is the key!If a company spends money on advertising then more often than not they are better companies because they are proving that they are efficient and can afford to express that. If you spot a removal companies advert in the local news paper, telephone directory and internet more than likely this company is a legitimate successful business and less likely to rip you off !but having said that, you can never be too sure so it’s always better to be careful and seek further info before booking. Try popping into their local office or investigate further online to see what others have to say about them. Ask around!If you find that you are spending hours trying to find a good reliable removal company, yet still no luck then try good old fashioned word of mouth. Ask around! People use man and van hire, storage facilities and removal services all the time and so there is bound to be someone who knows someone that is good, a recommendable company is better if you’re unsure because at least you have can get a good idea about what they can offer you. What to do before you book!Ok, if you feel you have a list of a few good companies but are still unsure about which one to hire, try calling them or sending out some emails. Ask for quotes so that you can compare prices and ask them about the services they offer making sure that they offer those services that you require. If you are planning on using a few of their services ask if they can offer you some of discount or deal and finally make sure that you know exactly what the cost entails before you agree to use them. Some companies may ask for a non-refundable deposit so make sure that you are happy and that you will not be changing your mind later on also look out for hidden costs, ensure you are fully aware of what you will need to pay for the services you require!