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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.
Movers Tip # 29 -
Packing Antiques * Items such as grandfather clocks and other valuable antiques should be packed and secured by a relocation expert.
Quick Moving Tip # 75 -
Additional Charges for Long Carries * Long Carry: Charge for carrying items long distances between the mover's vehicle and your residence. You will get charged, movers need to get paid for the extra time it takes to get your goods in and out of the house.
Movers Tip # 73 -
Paying The Movers * For long distance interstate moving, normally you will required to pay the movers according to the terms of your agreement, before your furniture is unloaded. Even if you think the movers didn't give you good service or you have missing items, you still must pay the movers. You can always take other means to dispute the charges.
Moving Tip # 44 -
Read Your Moving Paperwork * Read the information carefully on your inventory, estimate, order for service, and bill of lading. Very important you understand this information clearly.
Quick Moving Tip # 27 -
Know The Driving Conditions of Your New Location * When relocating, be aware of the upcoming weather and road conditions along the way.
Movers Tip # 60 -
Estimates From Several Movers * Get estimates from at least three movers, and compare costs and services between the movers. Doing so will give you a piece of mind knowing you are not getting overcharged.
Moving Tip # 66 -
Filing a Claim With Your Movers * For interstate moving you have 9 months to file a claim in writing. It does not have to be submitted on a mover's claim form, however it must clearly identify your shipment, clearly identify the damage or claimed items, and also claim a specific dollar amount. Remember you have plenty time to go over all your goods more carefully. So don't worry that you have to identify any and all claims before the movers leave, however any damage that is clear and evident should be noted on the shipping documents.
Quick Moving Tip # 80 -
Be Available to the Movers * Hang around to direct movers, do not leave the house until they are finished. Especially when receiving your goods, stick around to direct movers in furniture placement.
Pro Movers Tip # 68 -
Filing a Complaint With the FMCSA * File a complaint with the FMCSA at http://nccdb.fmcsa.dot.gov/HomePage.asp - or call 1-888-368-7238. They can't help you repair damaged goods or find loosed items, but they can put the mover on notice.
Pro Movers Tip # 96 -
Clean Patio Furniture Before Moving * The main reason for cleaning your patio furniture is so that you don't move bugs and bug eggs to your new home via the moving truck.
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