{"id":375,"date":"2018-02-28T14:39:24","date_gmt":"2018-02-28T14:39:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.darvills.co.uk\/news\/?p=375"},"modified":"2022-05-13T15:32:28","modified_gmt":"2022-05-13T14:32:28","slug":"how-to-avoid-removal-scams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/darvills.co.uk\/news\/how-to-avoid-removal-scams\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Avoid Removal Scams"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with any industry, there are always certain people looking to take advantage of customers trying to find a reputable removals company. It can be daunting to find a team of trustworthy individuals to help your move run stress-free, and ensure all of your belongings arrive at your new home in one piece. So check out the following tips from Darvills &amp; Benns for how best to avoid removal company scams and fraud.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Signs of a possible scam<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, the best way to avoid a scam is to prevent it in the first place. Some warning signs that your removals company is out to scam you can include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>The company hasn\u2019t been in business long<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whilst using a new business recommended by a friend or family member can be a great way of finding a company, often, scammers will create a new Facebook profile or website to lure in customers. If you\u2019re independently finding a company, choosing a longstanding business with verifiable reviews will help evade any unreputable scammers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><b><b>Low price<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the price looks too good to be true, this could well mean it is. Sometimes those looking to scam you will quote a low price, then hike it up on the day &#8211; pretending they incurred extra costs. Alternatively, they might bring a small van for this price, say they can\u2019t fit everything in, then simply drive off and not come back for the second load &#8211; often taking more valuable items first.<\/span><\/b><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Quotes only given on the phone<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All quotes should be given in writing, preferably on the removal company\u2019s headed paper &#8211; check: does it really look professional? Similarly, you should never agree to anything without the company having given you a site visit first, as this is essential for any reputable company wanting to provide the best service possible for your individual requirements.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><br \/>\n<\/b><b>Avoiding a possible scam<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, you can only do so much to avoid scams, but the following list could help you remain as vigilant as possible to be sure that, on the day, you\u2019ve picked a reputable company:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch the company pack and unload your boxes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Number all of your boxes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create an inventory of all your items<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep all your receipts and quotes in writing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check your company has insurance &#8211; even with the best removal companies, accidents do happen<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep valuables with you, and ensure they travel in your own car<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay on your credit card if possible; you\u2019re more likely to be able to claim something back than on your debit card or with cash<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/get-information-about-a-company\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">government\u2019s website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for free information on your chosen company<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>What to do if you\u2019ve been scammed<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go straight to the police and report the crime &#8211; advances in modern technology means there may be some chance of tracing your missing belongings. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve successfully avoided a scam and moving house has gone smoothly, write a good review on your chosen company\u2019s site, ensuring other people will be able to see your experience, and rest assured they\u2019ve chosen a reputable and trustworthy company.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With over 130 years of experience as a professional removals company, Darvills of Bradford and Benns of Halifax have generations of <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darvills.co.uk\/testimonials\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">happy customers<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making us the premier choice for removals in the area. We\u2019re a dedicated and friendly team of professionals, tailoring our services to meet your personal requirements. We\u2019re often available at short notice &#8211; or we can schedule you in at your convenience, so <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darvills.co.uk\/darvills-bradford-branch\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get in touch today<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and one of our team will be happy to help.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As with any industry, there are always certain people looking to take advantage of customers trying to find a reputable removals company. It can be daunting to find a team of trustworthy individuals to help your move run stress-free, and ensure all of your belongings arrive at your new home in one piece. 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