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Be Aware of Your Vehicle * When driving to your new home or destination make sure your vehicle is running well and you are familiar with all the components - adjust mirrors, know where and how to operate all the functions. Also, at all fuel stops be sure to check your oil and clean your windows, especially if driving at sunup or sundown.
Pro Movers Tip # 67 -
Having High Value Goods * Having Released Value coverage when your goods are worth at more than 60 cents per pound per article could give you a giant headache. You will certainly have problems if you have damaged goods and you didn't disclose the proper value. Please notify your mover in writing about items of unusually high value.
Movers Tip # 46 -
Moving Terms - Truck For Hire * Truck for-hire: A trucking company that is paid to transport cargo belonging to others. These trucks can be very big, and sometimes can be very difficult to maneuver in residential neighborhoods.
Movers Tip # 17 -
Load Last, Unload First * When loading your items, make sure you designate some boxes for essentials and items needed immediately at unload. Be sure these boxes are clearly labeled as "load last / unload first" or something similar, for easy accessibility. These items might include first day snacks, drinks and food. Also important toiletries and linens, medications, bedding, TV remote and flashlights.
Moving Tip # 79 -
Possible Additional Services and Charges * Additional Services that may require extra charges: Packing, unpacking, appliance servicing, stairs, long carries. Most movers will charge you for extras. So if you have a long carry with a flight of stairs, expect you are going to get charged extra. To avoid expensive surprises, be sure to disclose these possible extras in advance of service.
Moving Tip # 93 -
Moving Estimate Inventory * When getting a moving company estimate, be sure that you receive a thorough and legible inventory of items to be moved. This is the main basis for the price of your move.
Pro Movers Tip # 69 -
Moving Company Inventory * Descriptive Inventory: Is the receipt showing each item you shipped and its condition. Check and inspect your goods as they come off the truck. If you miss something, for interstate household moving you normally have 9 months to file a claim. But understand, the longer you wait to file a claim, the less likely it is that the carrier will consider it to be valid.
Quick Moving Tip # 20 -
Contact Your Insurance Company * Prior to moving be sure to contact your insurance company and notify them of the fact you are moving. This way he can be sure to update coverages and also contact information to keep your policies current.
Pro Movers Tip # 41 -
What to Bring on Long Trips * Here are some items you may want to bring if you are driving long distances: A map or directions to where you are going, food, water, clothes, cell phone, money, hygiene items, road flares, car oil, fire extinguisher, a can of fix-a-flat, and extra water for your car's engine.
Moving Tip # 21 -
Create a Moving File for Your Move * When moving your home or business, create a "moving file" to keep track of moving company estimates, receipts and other important documents, such as home sale papers or escrow paperwork. Don't use an pendaflex or open manila folder. Things can fall out and get lost. Instead, use a large manila type envelope or something larger like an accordian style file folder.
Moving Tip # 5 -
Packing Heavy Items - Books, Papers, Canned Goods * Pack heavy items like books, papers, canned goods, small tools and CD's into sturdy, smaller cartons. If you pack them into larger cartons, they will be too heavy and difficult to move, or could break thru the cartons. Magazines and papers you should lay flat.
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