Tuesday 6 October 2015

Reading the fine print- things that are overlooked in a Limo contract

So you have a special event coming up and you have booked the limo for it.  All is set for the day and you are waiting for your ride. To your disgust, the car is waiting for you at another spot. You came to know about it after the chauffeur called. Such things happen. However, such disasters can be prevented easily if you do not hush up in signing the contract. It never hurts to double check it, to ensure you understand fully what it contains.

Not reading the fine print could also lead your reservation being cancelled or subject you to pay additional charges.

Let’s have a look at the few details that are often overlooked in Limousine contracts:

Deposit

All Limo firms accept a reservation after a securing a deposit from you. Often the deposit gets adjusted to your total bill and will not be re-funded in any case. Make sure you know how much the deposit is and how it can be paid. Also, not all firms accept credit cards. So know when you are liable to pay it and how.

Signing the contract on time to confirm the booking

Most companies require the clients to sign a contract prior confirming the reservation. The rental agreement has all the details mentioned in it including the length of time, your destination, and the number of people in the vehicle and also cancellation policies of the agency. Make sure you understand what all is included in it and sign it on time to validate the booking.

Drinking rules

Every state law differs when it comes to drinking and smoking rules. Liquor permission is mandatory to serve drinks inside the vehicle. All these details are mentioned in the contract. Failure to comply to these rules could lead to the termination of your deed.

Liability towards the damage done to the vehicle

Most of the service providers require a credit card imprint so that you can be charged for any damages you made to the car. Your imprint will be returned to you if there has been no damage to the vehicle. So make sure you have a valid card and it must be registered in the name of an individual who is renting the auto.

Pick up location and time

Make sure the exact pickup and drop off point is mentioned in it. Also, ensure you all reach the designated location on time. Typically, if the chauffeur fails to locate the passenger within half an hour time at the point, the service may be cancelled. So it would be a good idea to confirm the times and locations in advance of the day so that there are no miscommunications.

Renting a Limo is the best way to celebrate an important event. So do not let a miscommunication spoil it for you. Take time to read the fine print and then sign it.