Shuttle Service: Use of a smaller truck to provide service to residences that are not accessible to the mover's normal truck. If you live up in the hills on a small winding road, chances are the big moving truck will not be able to make it to the house and a smaller truck will be needed. Driveways can also be a problem as well.

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Packing Glasses, Stemware and Cups * For packing glasses, stemware and cups, lay them diagonally in a piece of packing paper, then wrap and roll each one individually and loosely. Then pack vertically, upright in a sturdy carton.

What Are My Options For Buying Interstate Moving Insurance * Under Federal law, interstate movers must offer two different liability options referred to as valuation coverage: (1) Full Value Protection and (2) Released Value

Do Not Pack Flammables * Do not pack flammables and combustibles. Get rid of your petrol, paints, and empty the gasoline in your lawn mowers and weed whackers before moving. Also contact your local gas grill distributor for the safest method to drain your barbeque propane tank.

Not All Movers Are Licensed * Make sure the mover you choose is registered with the FMCSA and has a USDOT license number. This is the most important aspect in choosing a mover. There are many movers not licensed, and hiring one could spell big trouble.

Finding A Qualified Mover * Get recommendations from friends, neighbors and relatives regarding the mover. You'll be surprised to find out if you just ask around, you will find people that have had good and bad experiences with moving companies. Compile a list with pros and cons of different movers and then you will have an easier time choosing the right company for the job.

Marking Your Boxes By Room and Description * Mark your boxes with a dark magic marker or sharpie. Include your last name, brief description of contents, and room. Use abbreviations for rooms such as MBR (master bedroom), K (kitchen), LR (living room), etc.

Contact Your Insurance Company * Contact your insurance company and get notified of policy changes when relocating your home.

Plan For Storage Options * Plan out exactly what you are going to move into your new home and consider short-term and long-term storage options if needed.

If You Need To Transport Your Vehicle * If you need to transport your vehicle, you most likely will need to hire a separate auto haulers company. Some moving companies transport cars, but most do not.

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Moving Terms - Warehouse Handling * Warehouse Handling: A charge that compensates the mover for the physical placement and removal of items within a warehouse. Often you are not ready to move into your new house and your furniture needs to be stored. Remember the more times your furniture is handled, the more likely it is there will be damage.


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