Five tips to hire a limo. 1. Have the dates, times, pick up postcode and drop off postcodes correct, as this affects the cost of the limo. 2. Make sure the company is licensed and can provide insurance for the limo hire. 3. Don’t pay everything in advance, keep some money back and pay in cash on the day to avoid the limo company not turning up. 4. Make sure if its a return journey you allow enough time to meet the limo. 5. Ask if they are a broker, as these companies have been featured on watchdog with bad reviews.