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Shipping a car is far more convenient than driving it, especially when one is moving to a far away location. But, considering the instances wherein people have been scammed by fraudulent car shipping companies, it\u2019s important to do your homework before hiring a car transport services company. So, in order to be sure that you are hiring the right car transportation service company, here are a few things that you need to check. Read on.<\/p>\n

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1. Do a Background Check<\/strong>
\nAfter you have shortlisted a car transportation company<\/strong><\/a>, make sure you get all the necessary details such as the name of the company, the DBAs, phone numbers and address. Collect all the necessary contact information and do a thorough background check to stay away from scamsters. You can also get in touch with Better Business Bureau and Federal Motor Safety Carrier Administration to find out about any complaints against the company.<\/p>\n

2. Read Online Reviews<\/strong>
\nWhen shortlisting a car transportation company, make sure you read the reviews before making the final decision. Online reviews are a reliable source of finding necessary information about the transportation company as these reviews are provided by people who availed their services in the past.<\/p>\n

3. Read the Car Moving Contract<\/strong>
\nAnother important step to avoid any scam when moving your vehicle is to thoroughly read the contract. Not reading the contact in the beginning may cause substantial loss in the future. Read each and every clause carefully and feel free to ask for an explanation if something is not clear. The contract needs to contain all the clauses related to moving your vehicle and should not have any hidden charges.<\/p>\n

4. Know the Difference between Broker and Shipper<\/strong>
\nThere is a lot of difference between car shippers and brokers. Car shippers move your vehicle from one place to another, whereas car brokers are middlemen that get cars shipped through shippers. It is advisable to opt for a car shipper as they provide prompt services and the liability is limited to one company. Brokers may provide you one of the cheapest quotes, however, the quality of shipping may not be guaranteed.<\/p>\n

Last Few Words<\/strong>
\nFollowing these simple steps will help you ensure that you avoid scams and get your car shipped safely. Don\u2019t make the mistake of hiring a car transportation service based on the price. Collect all the necessary information before making the final decision to avoid regretting later. If you are looking for a car shipping company that\u2019s both affordable and reliable, feel free to talk to one of our representatives at EasyHaul<\/a>. Simply call +1 (360) 597-9320<\/strong><\/a> for a no-obligation consultation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Shipping a car is far more convenient than driving it, especially when one is moving to a far away location. But, considering the instances wherein people have been scammed by fraudulent car shipping companies, it\u2019s important to do your homework before hiring a car transport services company. So, in order to be sure that you […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[20,227],"tags":[237],"hashtags":[],"class_list":["post-479","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-car-shipping-guides","category-tips-safety","tag-car-shipping-scams-to-avoid"],"yoast_head":"\nHow to Avoid Getting Scammed During Shipping \u2013 EasyHaul Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Following these steps will help you avoid scams. 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