What You Must Know Before Hiring A Valet Company

So you’re looking for a valet parking firm to take care of your guests parking needs at your upcoming special event? You’ve made a smart move - valet parking adds a touch of class to any event, and your guests will appreciate the extra care you’ve taken to make them comfortable. But are you sure about the valet company you’ve chosen? Here are some questions you must ask before signing any paperwork.

Will every valet at my event possess a valid driver’s license from my state? Sure, it’s an obvious question, and most of the time it won’t be a problem. But you’d be surprised at how many people never bring this up before contracting with a valet company. And if anything would happen to go wrong, and it turns out the driver who caused the problem didn’t have a legal right to drive, that could spell big trouble. So protect yourself, and ask.

Do you employ any smokers as drivers? It’s best to go with a company that has a strict policy of only hiring non-smokers. The reason for this is that some of your guests will be very sensitive to smoke, and they will notice if the valet driver who handles their parking had a cigarette even a few hours before the event. This would result in an unhappy and uncomfortable guest, and you don’t want that. So make sure you ask!

Can I get some references from previous clients of yours? The valet service shouldn’t even hesitate to provide you with contact info so you can talk to previous clients about their experience with the company. If they refuse to provide this info, it should set off an alarm bell in your head, and you should walk away, and start talking to other valet parking companies.

Do you have full insurance policies that the state requires of valet companies? This is a must question. The vast majority of the time, events with valet parking go off without a hitch. But not every time, and if something goes wrong at your event, and the valet company is uninsured or under insured, you could face a big financial liability. Don’t take that risk.

Don’t neglect any of these questions! Doing so can cause you to have a less than satisfactory experience, and getting the answers to your questions will only take a few moments. And the answers can make all the difference between a pleasant experience for you and your guests, and an unpleasant one.