FAQ's
What is Best Rated Transport & How does it work?
Best Rated Transport is an online custom built booking platform that lets you connect with reputable transport companies using our unique trademarked one of a kind 7-point comparison.
Using our platform is so easy!
Create a log in – Request for quotes – Compare - Book Online & Save.
Manage quotes, view past & previous history & compare quotes in your own time!
Move multiple items on one booking platform.
How much does Best Rated Transport cost?
All Quotes are 100% Free
We promise to never charge a customer membership – ever!
We’re passionate about the transport industry & we’re not money driven.
3. Is Best Rated Transport safe?
Absolutely! Our site is secure with SSL security & complete virus protection.
All transport companies must adhere to our strict code of conduct.
We also have strict privacy policies and won’t share your details without your consent or knowledge.
All reviews are genuine experiences with no public access for your peace of mind.
4. How do I create a log in?
Register online for free at www.bestratedtransport.com.au/register
Create a username and password to your secure account.
5. How do I create a quote request?
From the Home Page, select ‘Start A Quote’
Or
‘Select Transport Type’, ‘Select Move Date’ & ‘Get Your Quotes Started Today!’ to start the quote process.
6. How do I compare transport companies?
In your customer portal simply click on the ‘Response’ Tab.
You will see the Best Rated verification tick – hover over the tick to compare.
Or click into the quote which will showcase all comparisons in detail.
7. Who is Best Rated Transport?
Our site has been custom built in Australia, owned by Australian Family & proudly ran with Australian staff. Our site is for the Australian Transport Market only – exception for international Machinery transportation requests.
We’re open until 7pm most nights – 1300 339 140
8. How long until I receive quotes?
You may start receiving quotes within minutes. Your quotes are hand-picked to suit your transport needs. Sit back and relax while we do the hard work. You’ll be notified each time a quote is sent to your portal!
9. Do I move on my set date?
Each quote will have the transport company’s availability.
You can compare on their availability. If you’re happy with their move date / comments left for your move, proceed to booking stage by clicking ‘Accept Quote’.
10. When do I provide my address details?
Once you accept the quote, the transport company will be in touch with you to confirm all other details. We respect your privacy and don’t require such information until you pay your deposit to accept your booking.
11. Can I amend my review?
Yes, you may amend your review in your customer portal.
12. How Do I Book & How much do I Pay?
Responses Tab -> Quotes -> Accept Quote
Each Quote will have the requested deposit amount nominated by the transport company. From as little as 20% of the total would be requested as a deposit.
A deposit assures us your booking is going ahead – we can then notify the transport company that you’re booked in and want to proceed!
You can compare deposit amounts in each individual quote.
We give you extra peace of mind.
Your deposit is only released to the transport company after your booking scheduled date.
13. Payments you accept?
Most Credit & Debit Cards
14. I’ve accepted the quote & paid the small deposit, what’s next?
You’ve made a Best Rated Choice!
We will notify the transport company of your commitment. The transport company will be in touch with you, within 2 business days.
15. Can I contact the transport company directly?
Best Rated Transport is built at a low cost solution for transport companies. Those transport companies use our site to give you their Best Rated Price and options.
Best Rated Transport is built so you make a fair comparison. Our site is safe and secure and Best Rated Transport companies must adhere to our strict code of conduct.
If you venture off the site and book directly with a transport company our strict code of conduct may not apply.
Did you know, we check the authenticity of every operator on our site? We have a 50-point verification process and long term relationships with operators to ensure you have the best experience possible.
16. Can I download receipts? I need a tax invoice to claim all expenses.
Easily keep track of your payment history with your “Invoices” tab. Download your invoice as a PDF instantly!
17. How do I leave a review?
After your booking scheduled date, you will be requested to leave a review about your experience on your chosen transport company. Please leave your review once the job is completed.
All reviews provides transparency and helps others to compare and choose the right Transporter for them.
18. How does our online directory work?
Best Rated Transport Online Directory acts as:
A online hub to connect customers’ needs to the services of Transport Service Providers by facilitating information between both parties.
19. Get in touch
Have feedback? No problem.
Share your feedback via our contact us page
20. How do I cancel my transport move?
Before cancelling we recommend speaking with your selected transport company to arrange alternative dates / options.
- Any transaction fees charged by a Payment Provider are non-refundable.
- If you have made a:
- Standard Booking and wish to cancel, you may do so and obtain a refund of your Deposit if you provide us with notice of cancellation:
- at least 3 weeks before the move date; or
- within 2 days of the date of payment of the Deposit.
- Short Notice Booking and wish to cancel, you may do so and obtain a refund of the amount paid less your Deposit and any Payment Provider transaction fees. The Deposit and any transaction fees are non-refundable for all Short Notice Bookings.
- Standard Booking and wish to cancel, you may do so and obtain a refund of your Deposit if you provide us with notice of cancellation:
Short Notice Booking a Move where the Move Date is less than 5 days from Booking Confirmation.
Standard Booking a Move where the Move Date more than 5 days from Booking Confirmation.
Please view terms and conditions for full information. To cancel, please contact us directly.
Troubleshooting
1. I can’t log into my account
Please re-set password by clicking ‘Forgot Your Password’
2. Unsubscribing from emails
You may unsubscribe from emails however be sure to check your ‘Spam’ folder for all notifications for quotes & bookings
3. I have a special request not noted on your platform, can you help?
Please visit our contact us page & we will be in touch with you as soon as possible.
4. There’s a problem with my delivery.
Whilst every effort is made to ensure no damages to goods, sometimes problems may arise. If that’s the case, please notify your chosen transport company directly on delivery.