Here are some helpful tips to follow when renting a limousine in Orange County or choosing an LA limo service. They can save you time, heartache, and money. Steps to Renting a Limousine in Orange County
Renting a Limousine Guidelines
Why Avoid Cheap Limo Services
Questions to Ask the Limousine Company
Helping You Decide
Other Factors to Consider Steps to renting a limousine in Orange County: - First, determine your needs by deciding on the type of limousine, the color, the number of passengers.
- Second, make a list of limousine company names and telephone numbers in your local.
- Third, call the companies on your list to check on availability, types, colors, vintages, additional features and costs.
- Fourth, compare the costs and features
Guidelines for renting a limousine in Orange County: - Ask to see the Company’s limousines. Check out the vehicle you plan on renting. Some companies utilize older limo fleets. You don’t want to be surprised on your rental day when a 1990 limo shows up to your home instead of the 2007 model you expected.
- Get a signed contract for special events. Professional companies will be delighted to provide you with a signed contract. Companies that are hesitant to supply a contract may not be confident in their abilities to fulfill your order.
- Ask about limo insurance and permits. All limousines are required to carry commercial insurance and permits. Unfortunately, the Yellow Pages do not require the same in order to advertise. To protect yourself from Internet brokers, ask for proof of insurance and permits with your signed contract.
- Don’t shop based on price alone. Some unethical operators do not hesitate to drop a reservation to pick up a better paying fare. Instead, shop for how professionally you are treated on the phone, and how well they are able to fill your request.
Why should I avoid shopping for Cheap Limo Services? If you take a look at other industries, most people don’t “shop” for the cheapest price and expect the best. Do you look for the cheapest hotels? When you shop for the cheapest hotel, you don’t find a hotel but a MOTEL. You don’t find luxurious amenities, but the basics: A bed, shower, and a TV. Do you look for the cheapest car? If cheapest were the best, everyone would be driving around in a Kia or Hyundai. Do you look for the cheapest surgeon? Would you risk surgery on yourself just so you can save $200? The bottom line is that Price is directly related to Quality. Furthermore, cheap limo prices are often a symptom of possible problems behind the scenes: Insuring limousines is expensive. A cheap price could signify that your limo company is dodging insurance regulations, or isn’t fully insured. Licensing limousines is expensive. A cheap limo price could signify that your limo company is not properly licensed. Many states and municipalities have licensing boards and organizations that are responsible for the licensing and regulation of limo companies. Check your state or city to see if limos are a regulated industry and make sure your company is on their approved list. Owning and leasing limousines is expensive. A cheap limo price could indicate the quality of the limo, or lack thereof. The limo industry is no exception – cheap is cheap. Questions to ask the limousine company: - How long have they been in business?
- Do the vehicles have air conditioning/heat that can be controlled from the passenger area?
- Do they carry “commercial” liability and medical insurance for their passengers?
- What credit cards do they accept?
- Ask if the limousine service has a cancellation policy.
- Ask if the company you are dealing with actually owns the limousines or subcontracts affiliate companies.
- How many limousines do they have in their fleet?
- What types/colors of limousines are available on your specific date?
- Ask the make and model of the limousine so that you know what to expect.
- Ask if you can personally inspect the limousine you will be renting so there are no unexpected surprises.
- Ask if you get free champagne in the limousine or other complimentary alcohol.
- What are the costs? Minimum requirements? Package prices? Pick up and drop off prices? Hourly plus mileage charges?
- What is included in the cost?
- Are there additional fees that will be charged or does the quote reflect the absolute total?
- How are the drivers dressed?
- Is gratuity included in the rental cost?
- If you are renting the limousine for a wedding and want to display a “Just Married” sign, can it be attached to the vehicle? If so, is there a cleaning/polishing charge?
- Ask for a booking confirmation.
- Upon deposit ask for a Rental Contract that guarantees you will get what you reserved.
Questions to help you decide on a limousine rental company: - Do you want to rent a limo bus instead of multiple limos?
- Do you want an exotic limousine, such as a hummer, Excursion, Lamborghini or a Mercedes Benz Limousine?
- What special features do you want in the limousine you rent?
- Are pets allowed in the limousine?
- How many limousines does the company have?
Other facts to consider when renting a limousine: - Limos can keep you safe! Avoid drunk driving on your wild evenings with class. The cost of even the best limo is exponentially less than a DUI – not to mention the safety issues for yourself and others.
- Take care of your limo driver. He or she is working for tips plus minimal pay. They want to take care of you and build a repeat customer. If you like the service-tip accordingly and you’ll be surprised at some of the secrets you might find.
- HAVE FUN! Whether you’re in Orange County or Los Angeles, make the most of your evening with the special people in your life.
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