1) Residential Moving company credentials: ask the company what their accreditations are and how long they have been in business.
2) Insurance: ensure that the moving company has appropriate insurance coverage.
3) Guarantees: Find out if the moving company offers any guarantees.
4) Pricing: Find out about pricing and compare it to other companies.
5) Reviews: Look for reviews of the company to see what people are saying about the service they received from them.