Truck Rental Basics
Choosing a mover: Licenses and Insurance
When choosing a mover make sure
to verify his license with your local DOT office. Every moving company has to be
licensed and insured. There are different types and levels of licensing, and the
rules are different from state to state.
Local Moves: If
you are moving within a state, make sure the mover you are considering is
licensed by that state's Department of Transportation, Public Utilities
Commission, or Bureau of Consumer Affairs. A call to your local state
association can help determine if a mover is licensed. If you are moving to a
different state, check to make sure the mover is licensed by the
Federal Department of
Transportation.
Interstate Moves:
Interstate moving companies have two additional criteria they are required to
meet:
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Publish their tariffs or price list and make it available to anybody who
requests a copy
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Participate in a dispute settlement program and
to offer neutral arbitration in the event a dispute arises. A dispute may
arise in the event loss or damage happens to a shipment while in the hands of
the mover.
Workers’ Compensation
Insurance: Another criterion to consider when choosing a moving company is
whether it carries Workers' Compensation Insurance. Such coverage is required by
the DOT. This adds to the cost of doing business but it protects you, so make
sure you only choose a company that is covered.