Dedicated Movers

Terminology

• The Bill of Lading is your receipt for your goods and a contract for their transportation. Your signature acknowledges that your household goods can be loaded on the van and "released to the carrier."
• The carrier is the moving company providing transportation for your household goods under whose Department of Transportation registration the shipment is moved.
• Non-Allowables are items that should not be included in your household goods shipment, including hazardous materials such as poisons, corrosives, explosives, and flammables. Unless special arrangements are made, perishables such as refrigerated and frozen foods are not allowed. All non-allowables are prohibited by law.
• An estimate is an approximation of the probable cost of your move, based on factors such as the van space required and the weight of your household goods. The two basic types of estimates are binding and non-binding.
• With a binding estimate, you will know in advance what your move will cost, regardless of variances in the actual weight (as long as the inventory of the items actually moved is the same as the estimated inventory and additional services are not requested).
• PBO (packed by owner) occurs when articles are packed by you, the shipper, for moving.
• Few of the terms. For more, or any questions feel free to contact us.

Moving Tips

Some basic packing tips to keep in mind:

What Not To Pack:

• The Bill of Lading is your receipt for your goods and a contract for their transportation. Your signature acknowledges that your household goods can be loaded on the van and "released to the carrier."
  • Follow a timetable - people often underestimate how long it takes to pack!
  • Start with items you won't need right away, such as belongings stored in the basement, garage or attic
  • Packing room-by-room will help you stay organized
  • Establish work areas in each room
  • As you complete a room, sort packed boxes by weight (light, medium, heavy) to make loading the moving van easier and quicker
  • Limit cartons to a maximum weight of 50 pounds
  • For best results, have us pack:
  • tabletops, heavy wall ornaments and mirrors 40" x 60" or larger
  • Pool tables and pianos
  • Bulky, fragile items
  • Major appliances
  • Ask questions. If you do not understand something, ask. The moving business is complex and has its own language. If you aren’t satisfied with the answers to your questions or if the carrier hesitates when you ask for clarification, talk to another carrier.
  • Take Valuables with You. Valuables, such as cash, coins, jewelry, photographs, and important papers should be taken with you or sent ahead. Be sure to use a traceable service, such as FedEx and United Parcel Service.
  • Be present during the packing of your belongings.
     
  • Nail polish remover
  • Paints and paint thinners
  • Gasoline
  • Fireworks
  • maintenance chemicals
  • Other items not recommended for transport on the truck include:
  • Firearms
  • Family photos
  • Food
  • Prescription drugs needed for immediate use