What to Look for When Hiring a Limousine Service
Everyone loves to ride in a limousine. Town cars, tour buses, limousines, and party buses… all great ways to get around. But you’re not only trusting them with your good time, you’re trusting them with some very precious cargo: you and your guests! Here’s what to look for when hiring a limousine company.
Check out the company’s reputation. This is a must. When searching for a limo company, ask your friends and family for referrals. Check the company out online. Check out the company’s review with your local BBB or an BBB Accredited limousine service at bbb.org. or RATEabiz
Don’t do business with unlicensed companies. Limousine services are regulated by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).The CPUC regulates most passenger carrier vehicles such as limousines, tour buses, airport shuttles, etc and requires that companies providing these types of services be licensed. You can check a limousine or tour bus company’s license on the CPUC’s website. When viewing a company’s license, check that the carrier status is “Active,” and that their certificate is also “Active.” Make sure that the name and address of the company you are using matches the name and address on the license - don’t do business with unlicensed companies. Check that the company is insured as well. The CPUC requires that all transportation carriers carry liability insurance.
Can you check out the limo you want in person? The Internet is a great place for limousine companies to advertise, but be wary of any company that won’t let you inspect their vehicles in person. Are the vehicles clean and in good repair? Just because you saw a beautiful picture online, does not necessarily mean it depicts the vehicle you’re actually going to get.
Does the driver know the area? Nothing could be worse that getting lost when you’re trying to make it to the wedding or your high school prom on time. If you’re sightseeing or doing a wine tour a good driver who knows the area can be a big help as well. Good drivers can make suggestions for the best places to visit or eat.
Get the price in writing. Ask about extra hidden charges, such as fuel surcharges, charges for tolls, etc. If you go over your scheduled time frame, how much will that cost? Also be sure to ask if alcohol will be provided, or if you need to bring your own. If alcohol is provided, ask about the cost. As you would expect, it is illegal for any minor under the age of 21 to consume alcohol in the limo or bus.
https://www.bbb.org/sacramento/news-events/consumer-tips/2016/05/what-to-look-for-when-hiring-a-limousine-service/
CONNECTICUT STRATFORD LIMOUSINE SERVICE
Don’t do business with unlicensed companies. Limousine services are regulated by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).The CPUC regulates most passenger carrier vehicles such as limousines, tour buses, airport shuttles, etc and requires that companies providing these types of services be licensed. You can check a limousine or tour bus company’s license on the CPUC’s website. When viewing a company’s license, check that the carrier status is “Active,” and that their certificate is also “Active.” Make sure that the name and address of the company you are using matches the name and address on the license - don’t do business with unlicensed companies. Check that the company is insured as well. The CPUC requires that all transportation carriers carry liability insurance.
Can you check out the limo you want in person? The Internet is a great place for limousine companies to advertise, but be wary of any company that won’t let you inspect their vehicles in person. Are the vehicles clean and in good repair? Just because you saw a beautiful picture online, does not necessarily mean it depicts the vehicle you’re actually going to get.
Does the driver know the area? Nothing could be worse that getting lost when you’re trying to make it to the wedding or your high school prom on time. If you’re sightseeing or doing a wine tour a good driver who knows the area can be a big help as well. Good drivers can make suggestions for the best places to visit or eat.
Get the price in writing. Ask about extra hidden charges, such as fuel surcharges, charges for tolls, etc. If you go over your scheduled time frame, how much will that cost? Also be sure to ask if alcohol will be provided, or if you need to bring your own. If alcohol is provided, ask about the cost. As you would expect, it is illegal for any minor under the age of 21 to consume alcohol in the limo or bus.
https://www.bbb.org/sacramento/news-events/consumer-tips/2016/05/what-to-look-for-when-hiring-a-limousine-service/
CONNECTICUT STRATFORD LIMOUSINE SERVICE
