How is the Cost of My Shipment Calculated?
If you are moving to a new state, the charges are based on the weight of your shipment and mileage. These are referred to as the transportation charges. There are a variety of different charges that could appear on your estimate, so be sure to ask your relocation consultant to explain each item charge for […]
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What is a Non-binding Estimate?
A non-binding estimate charges you according to the actual weight of your shipment and the actual cost of the services that are performed. You will still go though the estimating process to determine what your shipment may cost. To verify the weight of your shipment, the driver will weigh his trailer prior to loading your […]
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How Should I Pay and What are the Payment Methods?
Tariff provisions require that all charges be paid before your shipment is unloaded at destination. Payments can be made using cash, certified check or money order. Other payment options such as a credit card can be arranged with your professional moving service provider. Discuss these options with the relocation consultant and/or the customer service representative […]
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What is an Order for Service?
All movers are required to prepare an Order for Service before they transport your shipment. The order for service provides you with written confirmation of the services that you requested to be performed in conjunction with your shipment. It lists the agreed upon dates for the pickup and delivery of your shipment and the amount […]
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How Do I Select Which Moving Companies Will Provide Me with a Moving Estimate?
Ask your neighbors, friends, coworkers and family members if they can make recommendations. Investigate each of the movers you select with the Better Business Bureau. Good service is the best measure of a good mover!
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When Should I Begin Contacting Moving Companies for Estimates?
Try to provide the moving companies with as much notice as possible, especially if you are moving during the busy season as noted above. Six weeks from the actual move date is not too early for estimators to come into your home to complete what they refer to as a “visual survey of your household […]
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Full Extra Care Protection
This is your most comprehensive coverage. You may hear it referred to as “full replacement value” as well as “full value protection”. If you elect to purchase full-value protection, articles that are lost, damaged, or destroyed will be either repaired or replaced with like items or a cash settlement will be made for the current […]
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How Do I Prepare My Home And Myself For Move Day?
You mover may ask you to select from one to several consecutive days during which your goods will be loaded. The number of days in what is referred to as a load spread depends upon the size of your shipment and the time of the year when your shipment is loaded. Remember to try to […]
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How Will I Know When My Shipment Is Going to Be Delivered?
Your driver will contact you 24 hours prior to delivery. The moving company will assign a customer service representative as your primary contact and they will be able to provide you with an update as to the date your goods will arrive. Be certain to provide the driver with all your contact information. The phone […]
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Can I Pack And Move My Plants?
Most moving companies will not take your plants. The stress and heat of being inside of the moving trailer usually causes them to die. Many states do not allow the entry of plants while other states will admit plants under certain conditions. There are some states that have no regulations at all. Be sure to […]
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