Moving is all about opening an exciting new chapter in your life, but with change comes challenges. There’s a lot to think about, so you want to make sure you have a trusted mover in your corner to help you through all the chaos of packing up and making your way to your new place. Is it better to hire a small business mover, or should you stick with a crew that’s part of a big chain? While chain movers might have a trusted brand and a more recognizable name, there are a few reasons why hiring a small business mover for the job might be a better option.
Attention to Detail
The bigger the business, the more customers the company sees. With a small business mover, you’re more likely to get personalized, attentive care. Small business movers know the value of every customer, and they’ll treat your move accordingly.
Family vs. Franchise
Small business movers are often locally owned and family-operated, while larger companies have less direct oversight. Local, family-owned movers know everything that goes on in their business, and they know their area as well—it’s their neighborhood, after all, which makes them your neighbors! So often you’ll get more attention to detail and a warmer, friendlier experience with a small business mover than with a big company trying to make a profit across a wider geographic area.
Bigger Isn’t Better
At the end of the day, what separates a good mover from a bad one, regardless of whether you choose a small business mover or one that’s part of a chain, is experience. Your movers should know their business and know how to move your possessions safely and efficiently from your old home to your new one, without injury or damage. It’s why here at Jay Moore Moving, we’re proud to be a small business mover owned by a fourth generation mover with 35 years of experience in the industry.