A Public service of the Long Island Moving & Storage Association
A
reputable mover will be licensed and insured and will have an established place
of business for at least three years. Visit a prospective mover's facility to
see if he can serve you properly.
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Final
prices paid may vary from the cost for binding and non-binding estimates. An
accurate survey, including an accurate box count, is the first step in
receiving a realistic price quote.
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Additional
charges may be incurred for the following reasons:
a.
Your shipment is delivered into an elevator building.
b.
Access to your residence is more that 75 feet from the mover's parked truck to
your front door.
c. Your
shipment must be carried up one or more flights of stairs.
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Packing
charges are based on the number of boxes packed by the mover. This is the most variable
portion of your cost of moving. To get an accurate packing estimate it is
necessary to have a concise list of what you want packed.
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Be certain
to have cash, a certified check or a credit card to pay the driver for your
move. Personal checks are not an acceptable form of payment.
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Movers
generally do not assume responsibility for the following:
a.
Documents, currency, jewelry, precious stones, furs and articles of
extraordinary value, unless specifically listed on the Bill of Lading prior to
moving.
b.
Loss or damage due to breakage of china, glassware or similar fragile items,
unless packed and unpacked by the mover or unless visible exterior damage is
done to the container and documented on delivery.
c.
Mechanical operating condition of appliances and electronics.
d.
Missing items not specifically inventoried by the driver and documented as missing
on delivery.
e.
Items previously broken, repaired or glued.
f.
Damage to items not documented on delivery.
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Although
you have nine months to file a claim, you are most likely to receive an
equitable settlement if you document damage on delivery and file immediately.
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A mover
can accommodate most moves if he has at least two weeks notice, with a firm
date. More time is preferable, particularly in the busy season (May to
September). If you have less notice, call before agreeing to a firm date and he
will do everything he can to accommodate you.
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Do
not pack or ship flammable items, propane tanks, liquid detergents, aerosol
cans or any items that may cause damage to your shipment. This could void
insurance coverage if there is an unforeseen accident.
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Telephone
and utilities should not be turned off until the day after you move.