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Pro Movers Tip # 50 -
Insurance Types For Interstate Moving * Full value protection: Replacement value of lost or damaged goods in your entire shipment. This often comes with a variety of deductible options, and of course the higher the deductible, the lower the premium.
Quick Moving Tip # 99 -
Survey Your Moving Company's Offices * Driving by your movers' offices can give you a good idea of whether to consider using them. If you can't find their office, or they don't have one be wary. Also, if their offices of dirty and shabby, consider other movers. Whether big or small, if your movers' offices are tidy and neat, likely their operation will be similar.
Quick Moving Tip # 63 -
Insuring High Value Items * High Value Article: Items included in a shipment valued at more than $100 per pound. Very Important to adequately declare and insure these Items.
Movers Tip # 28 -
Schedule Utilities * Turn off your utilities at your old home a day after you move and turn on the utilities at your new home a day before you move. Collect any last month deposits from the utility companies.
Pro Movers Tip # 36 -
Know The Rules of The Road in Different Areas * Be sure to research driving laws in the areas you are driving to. Rules and regulations of the road may vary according to the state you are in.
Movers Tip # 91 -
Licensed and Insured Mover * Be careful when a mover claims to be "fully licensed and insured". Sometimes that does not mean a whole lot. In some states, no license is required for in state moving. And "fully insured" as required by tariff law, often only means very little cargo coverage.
Pro Movers Tip # 81 -
Knowing What the Mover Offers Could Save You a Big Headache * Find out if the mover has a dispute settlement program. Most moving companies offer an easy way to dispute a problem. So before signing anything know what your course of action will be to resolve an issue.
Moving Tip # 71 -
Are You Packing Your Own Boxes * If you are packing your own boxes don't expect the mover to take liability for damage to the contents unless the box has been severely damaged or crushed
Movers Tip # 70 -
Plenty Of Insurance * Make sure you have ample insurance to cover your goods. If you have expensive furniture, this is a must. Have the right amount of insurance to cover any loss or damage during your move. Ask a lot of questions when insuring your goods.
Pro Movers Tip # 43 -
Moving Terms - Tariff Rules * Tariff: A list of rates, rules, regulations, and available services. Each moving company publishes its own tariffs and these must be provided to you upon request.
Pro Movers Tip # 74 -
Take One Last Look * Take one last look around the house before the moving truck leaves the house. It's very easy to miss stuff that may be hidden in the closet. So do one last look before the truck leaves the house, you won't regret it.
Movers Tip # 65 -
Additional Charges for Flights of Stairs * Flight Charge: A charge for carrying items up or down flights of stairs. Time is money to movers, and a flight of stairs adds time to the overall move. So don't be surprised to see the extra charge.
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