Don't Fall Victim to the Scams and Schemes of Irresponsible Movers!

Though you may be in high spirits about your upcoming moving endeavor, beware of scammers. There are ripoff moving companies in every state, but with a little research and some visits to the best moving company reviews, you can know how to spot them. We insist that you look up American Van Lines reviews, so you can see how we are doing. After we cater to your move, we ask that you leave a report so we know how everything went. We love to hear from you!

American Van Lines wants you to feel assured, not lost, during your moving project. We do so by educating you about pertinent topics and methods involved in the moving world. With the valuable information we provide for you, you can be like Road Runner who constantly outsmarts the scheming Wile E. Coyote.

First, you have to know a little history on the moving scam:

The Household Goods Transportation Act of the 1980s created more lenient conditions for moving companies. They could now issue binding quotes, which is based on price, not service. Competition grew within the industry, so many companies were compelled to resort to unfair methods of making a profit.

Common Moving Scams:

Scammers are notorious for given a quote for a certain price, and once they load your belongings, give a much higher cost and then won't take any action until you pay.

Hourly movers that seem to be purposefully lagging? This is a red flag! Call the main office immediately.

Never sign a blank contract. You need to have everything from the quote to the final bill in writing. You need pictures and descriptions of your possessions, too. Showing your knowledge and preparedness will keep fraud movers at bay.

Protect Yourself!

There are many drastic ways to avoid confrontation with a ripoff moving company, but there are also ways to find ethical, caring and passionate movers.

• Sell your belongings then start afresh. This works for people who aren't terribly attached to their possessions. Others may have a difficult time dealing with this.
• Move yourself. There are companies that drop off a carrier for you to pack then transport it for you.
• Do your research. Look up moving scam reviews as well as moving company complaints to find out which movers are not worthy of your trust. Alternatively, research the best moving company reviews to scope out a few winners.

When you find a good, solid moving company, ask for:

• Their full company name, plus any others
• Years of service
• Get their exact address and telephone number
• Ask for any references
• Ask to see or receive a copy of their licenses
• Inquire about insurance

Knowledge is power and American Van Lines can help you become an educated consumer. When you're in the dark about the moving world, you will be more susceptible to scammers. Guard yourself for your own good. Follow our blog for more information on how to ensure your moving project runs smoothly. More updates are coming soon.