| When that special event rolls around, you will | | | | 4. Amenities and extras. At their most basic, |
| undoubtedly have many different options to | | | | reputable limousine services generally offer an |
| choose from when selecting a limousine service. | | | | experienced chauffeur as well as complimentary |
| Limo companies vary widely regarding price, | | | | beverages. However, for your special event you |
| services offered, vehicle models available, and | | | | may wish to order additional services or amenities. |
| even the quality of the drivers and the | | | | "Just Married" signs, balloons, flowers, decorations, |
| maintenance of their fleet. It is important to do | | | | food, champagne stands and roll-out red carpet |
| some research about the company before you | | | | are just a few popular choices. There may be |
| hire their services. Here are some important | | | | extra fees associated with these amenities. |
| issues to inquire about when you are shopping | | | | 5. Overtime availability and charges. Special events |
| around: | | | | can be unpredictable in length. If your event is |
| 1. Credentials and insurance. Look for evidence of | | | | scheduled to end early enough, some services will |
| proper licensing and insurance to meet state and | | | | book the limo for an event after yours, and this |
| national requirements. Individual drivers hired must | | | | can cause major scheduling issues if your party or |
| have appropriate licensing as well, but they should | | | | wedding runs long. You should clarify what |
| also be subject to background checks and careful | | | | happens if your event runs over the time you |
| screening. You will be placing your safety in your | | | | have booked the limo. Also, inquire about |
| driver's hands, and it's important to make sure | | | | overtime rates so you know what types of |
| they are deserving of such responsibility. | | | | charges to anticipate. |
| 2. Available vehicles. There are many different | | | | 6. Pricing and additional fees. When shopping for |
| styles of limousines, and each might be best for | | | | any limousine service, you of course are going to |
| certain uses. If you simply need a ride to the | | | | be looking for the best price. It's important to |
| airport, a classic limo is a comfortable choice. | | | | remember that in many cases, you get what you |
| However, for transporting a large party, you may | | | | pay for. Some services offer a low basic price, |
| want something roomier. For a special event, it is | | | | but higher fees for extras. Some have special |
| likely that you have a certain look or style in mind, | | | | packages for weddings or other special rates for |
| and the best limousine services will accommodate | | | | various purposes in different months of the year. |
| this by offering an array of models. Ask if you | | | | It is important to take everything into |
| can inspect the limos inside and out before making | | | | consideration when comparing prices - if one |
| your selection to make sure you get the best | | | | service is more expensive than another, but is |
| one for your needs. Be sure to inquire about the | | | | also more experienced and offers more extras, |
| number of passengers each vehicle can | | | | you're not comparing apples to apples. |
| accommodate, as well as luxury features such as | | | | Shopping around to compare different limousine |
| entertainment systems, moon roofs and fiber | | | | services can be time-consuming, but it is well |
| optic lights. | | | | worth the effort to ensure maximum enjoyment |
| 3. Vehicle maintenance. It pays to inquire regarding | | | | of your special day or night as well as safety. If |
| maintenance procedures for the fleet. A reputable | | | | you do your homework and ask the right |
| company will be happy to show you their | | | | questions, there is no reason why you should be |
| maintenance records. | | | | anything less than satisfied with your experience. |