Moving is a traumatic experience. Losing track of important moving documents will add to the tension of your move. Prepare these moving papers in advance of the relocation. Forms and receipts should be kept close at hand because you’ll need them for a variety of tasks related to your upcoming shift.
A moving company will give you a written estimate or quote for your move after inspecting your home in person. It will cover transportation costs, labor, moving insurance, all of the services you’ve discussed, storage and container costs, and a few extras. A non-binding estimate, a binding estimate, or a binding not-to-exceed estimate are the three forms of estimates. To protect your move, you should consider one of them.
This statement illustrates the final charges depending on the actual weight and services, as well as the final cost of your shipment. Your interstate mover can provide you with a final Statement of Services after your belongings have been delivered.
The Order of Service, which includes moving estimate specifics, pick-up and delivery dates, and any special services, will be attached to your bill of lading by the moving company. The charges that you will be assessed for the transfer will be listed on the Orders for Service. The Order for Service will list the estimated non-binding costs, the mode of payment for the charges, and any additional charges that might arise for a non-binding calculation. The costs you will pay and the form of payment will be listed on the Order for Service for a binding calculation.
The following are the items mentioned in the order for service:
When you hire a professional moving company, the bill of lading is the most valuable moving document you can get. A bill of lading (BL or BoL) is a legal document that specifies the form, amount, and destination of goods being transported by a carrier. This contract between you and the moving company is legally binding. It normally consists of the following:
Typically three bills are issued—one for the shipper, one for the consignee, and one for the banker, broker, or third party. If more bills of lading are issued, there is an increased risk of fraud, theft, unauthorized release of goods, or release to the wrong person.
Make duplicates of many of these important papers. Do not sign a document that is blank or incomplete. If you’ve already made your decision, our team of experts is ready to provide all of the resources that your relocation needs.
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