TechnologySeptember 28, 202312 min read

    The Ultimate Guide to Video Surveys for Moving Estimates

    How AI-powered video surveys are revolutionizing the moving industry with 97% accurate estimates.

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    Written by

    Milovan Milosevic
    Founder & CEO @ DriveSales

    Entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in the moving industry. Milovan founded DriveSales to help moving companies leverage technology for growth and operational efficiency.

    The Ultimate Guide to Video Surveys for Moving Estimates

    The Video Survey Revolution

    Video surveys have transformed how moving companies provide estimates. What once required an in-person visit can now be done remotely, saving time for both the company and the customer.

    How Video Surveys Work

    The process is simple yet powerful:

    1. Customer schedules a video call
    2. Sales rep guides them through each room
    3. AI analyzes items and calculates volume
    4. Estimate is generated in real-time
    5. Customer receives detailed quote immediately

    Benefits for Moving Companies

    Time Savings

    • No travel time between estimates
    • Conduct 3-4x more surveys per day
    • Reduce scheduling complications

    Accuracy

    • AI-powered item recognition
    • Consistent measurement methodology
    • Reduced human error
    • 97% estimate accuracy

    Customer Experience

    • Convenient for the customer
    • No strangers in their home
    • Flexible scheduling options
    • Instant quote delivery

    Implementing Video Surveys

    To successfully implement video surveys:

    • Invest in proper technology
    • Train your team thoroughly
    • Create a consistent process
    • Follow up with recorded surveys

    The Future of Estimating

    As AI technology improves, video surveys will become even more powerful:

    • Automatic item tagging
    • Predictive analytics
    • Integration with pricing engines
    • Enhanced customer visualization

    Companies that adopt video survey technology now will have a significant competitive advantage.

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