Planning to move in North Dakota? There are many decisions to make and many options to consider.
One of the first things you’ll need to decide is whether you want to use just some self-moving assistance or a professional moving company. There are advantages and disadvantages to each, so it helps to carefully weigh your options.
If you decide to pack and move yourself, you may just want to rent a moving truck and buy a few boxes. This will save you money, but it might also be harder than just hiring a full-service North Dakota mover.
For more information on how to select self-moving services or a full-service mover, please visit our article.
Hiring a North Dakota moving company
If you’ve decided to go with a North Dakota mover, you probably want to make sure that the moving company you’re working with is credible.
One of the first things that we recommend checking is the mover’s license. You can access the web site of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) here: http://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/CompanySnapshot.aspx
This useful site also gives you information about the moving company’s basic safety record and other information.
Another excellent place to look is the American Moving and Storage Association. To become a member, the mover must meet quite a few requirements. If you see that the North Dakota moving service you selected is on the list, it can serve as another reassurance that the company is reliable.
Long distance moving North Dakota
If you’re planning a long distance move to or from North Dakota, FMCSA’s web site ProtectYourMove.gov is an excellent resource. The site includes information on regulations governing long distance movers as well as information on how to file a complaint if something goes wrong.