When movers arrive, do a
walk-through with the lead guy first. Point out to things that you want
the movers to pay an extra attention. The boxes will be loaded first, then the
furniture. Boxes with fragile contents should be marked as such and possibly
stocked separately. Please pack and move separately all the important
stuff (laptops, cameras, jewelry, passports, cash, etc. ). Otherwise
notify our foreman about such contents to make sure it's loaded at
last and unloaded at first. Upon arrival to your new house, guys will unload
and place the furniture and boxes into appropriate rooms. Don’t forget to
check your moving truck, just to make sure everything is out. (
lots of times the movers forget things like picture frames, mirrors, glass
tops, which they often pack between boxes, making it hard to see and easy
to forget).
Q. My current
building and the new building require certificates of insurance before the
move. Can you provide this, and is there any additional cost? A. Certificate of
Insurance (if required) will be submitted to your building before the move. $40
charge per certificate /per property will apply. Q. My building that I am moving out of does not require notice of
insurance. Do I still need to have the paperwork filled out/pay $40 fee? A. No, there is
no fee as long as a Certificate of Insurance is not required..
Q. Are you able
to breakdown and reassemble furniture during the move? A. Yes, our disassembly and reassembly service is free. Q. Compared to other companies, you have competitive hourly rate,
however, the other moving companies offer many free amenities,
including wardrobe and TV boxes. A. Companies who
offer free boxes often regain their profit by charging you for something else.
Nevertheless, ask our sales representative about any available deals on boxes
and packing material. Q. Are the boxes you
use new? A. Yes, we
use new boxes only.
Q. Can we get a few
boxes ahead of time? A. Yes, you can
preorder boxes at www.suppliesformoving.com
Q. How much fits in
wardrobe boxes? A. Wardrobe
boxes are ether 18” or 24" wide.
Q. Is it cool to
leave clothes in drawers while moving dresser? A. No, all drawers
must be empty.
Q. We have a number of poster-sized and one very large glass
framed picture, but will probably just wrap reall well in blankets to protect
them rather than purchasing bubble wrap/box. Do you think that will be
okay? A. It depends.
Please ask our sales representative and follow his recommendations. You are not
required to purchase the specialty wrapping for fragile items such as glass
pictures, mirrors, TVs, etc. We can wrap them in blankets for no extra charge,
but we will not be responsible for those items should damage occur. Our
movers are extra careful with your stuff regardless, it's more
about to spend more and have it packed properly or take a chance and save.
Q. Do you need a
deposit of any kind? A. No, we don’t
require deposits.
Q. Do you offer a
discount if paying in cash? If not what credit cards do you accept? A. Check with
your sales person about discount on cash payments. We accept Visa or Master
card.
Q. Is there a
mandatory percentage for the tip? A. Tips are not a
mandatory, but expected. There is no mandatory percentage and people tip
whatever they want or can.
Q. I have a few
boxes/furniture that I would like to take to my girlfriends apt, which is
another 10-15 min drive away from the storage place. A. We don’t charge for
making extra stops.
Q. My new place is
under renovation and I can’t move in until possibly March 1st. Of course I
need to be out of my place a day before. Do you have the ability to move
me out on one day and move me in on the day after? A. Yes, we’ll be able
to move you out and in plus keep your belongings overnight. Overnight fee
is $50. Q. Does your price
include any gas or meter costs? A. There is no charge
for gas or mileage on local moves. Cost of meter parking will be added to
the bill.
Q. Finding parking
right in front of my building will be difficult. You will probably have to
double park or park by a fire hydrant. Will I be responsible if you get a
parking ticket?
A. Yes, you will be
responsible for paying the ticket. Another option is to park in a legitimate
parking spot farther away from the building. Just be aware that the move
will take longer the farther away we are parked
Q. How does insurance
work for the move? I assume is probably some general/limited coverage
included, but is there an option for additional coverage, can you please let me
know the cost for that? A. Standard 30 cents
per pound / per article for local or 60 cents per pound per article for
interstate is included with each move automatically. For additional coverage
and pricing you may refer to www.movinginsurance.com
Q. When do you
collect the payment? A. We usually collect
full payment an hour before completion of the project.