Whether for retirement, downsizing, availability of quality senior health care, or moving close to family, relocating later in life has its fair share of unique challenges. When asked about the most stressful event in their lives, 45% of Americans claimed that moving is the most stressful – a more stressful event than getting a divorce.
From exhausting packing to heavy lifting to hours of driving, the moving experience can be incredibly demanding for older adults. If you have a loved one who plans to relocate soon, hiring a moving service is your best bet for peace of mind. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of moving services for seniors that can help your loved one make moving a less stressful experience.
With so many moving companies and storage services in the country, it’s difficult to find the best one for your needs. To help you or a senior loved one find the right moving company, we rounded up the best moving companies for seniors with key information about their services, features, service coverage, and more key details, with a focus on companies that offer the best moving experience and services for seniors.
How We Chose the Best Moving Services for Seniors
We reviewed 16 moving services across the country and narrowed our top picks based on the quality of the moving service, additional services, area of coverage, licensing and insurance, and reputation. We evaluated the final list of moving services for seniors using the following core metrics:
- Quality Service Catered to Seniors: Aside from accommodating senior customers by offering discounts and insurance options, we looked for companies that can provide a reliable service with quality equipment, attention to detail, and excellent customer service.
- Additional Services: We also considered add-on services while looking for the best moving company for seniors. Will they handle the packing/unpacking or furniture assembly or disassembly? Can they take special items like antiques, artworks, and wine collections? Do they offer an elevator fee or flight charge in case you’re moving to a high residential building? Whether or not you want to use these additional services, the more options, the better.
- Area of Coverage: Does the company only cater to local moves? What about if you want to move across state lines? What if you’re moving out of the country? Knowing each company’s service coverage will help you shortlist your options for moving companies.
- Licensed and Insured: For the optimal moving experience, it’s best to go for adequately licensed and insured companies. We only considered companies registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and have a number assigned by the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT). Being a member of the American Mover and Storage Association is also a plus.
- Online Reviews and Reputation: On top of service history and overall track record, we also check for customer reviews and feedback for each company. We also check their ratings from reputable third-party sites like Better Business Bureau (BBB).
For more information and an exhaustive list of recommended companies, please continue to read this article by clicking this link: https://www.caring.com/best-senior-moving-companies/
And of course, if you or your friends are thinking of selling or buying, Dana and I are ready to give you the best service in town. Simply reach out to us at any time.