Long Distance Relocation

Long distance relocation is a service where household effects are shipped a distance where hourly rates are not cost effective. Costs are determined by the weight and guaranteed by a survey of the effects to be shipped. There are various options available in regards to packing which affect cost depending on how much and what type of packing is done.

How Weight is Determined

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A visual survey of your home and household possessions is arranged with the local consultant. The moving consultant will be fully versed in the requirements of your relocation. During the survey the moving consultant will discuss with you certain key subjects that have a direct effect on the successful outcome of the move to your new home. At this time it is important to identify all furniture and effects to be relocated, as this will be the basis of the guaranty on cost for your move. A table of measure identifying effects to be moved as well as effects not to be moved will be presented to you with your estimate, it is very important that you review and sign where required on this list as it directly affects the guaranty.

On loading day the truck is weighed at a bonded scale prior to loading you effects and weighed again once your household has been loaded in its entirety. The difference between the two scale tickets is the actual weight of your effects. Billing is based on the actual weight within the guaranty; lower actual weight applies to a minimum of five hundred pounds. Should there be any discrepancy between the actual weight and the 10% guaranty the inventory done at the time of loading and the Table of Measurement are compared should there be no major differences the 10% guaranty will remain in effect, should there be added items, cost will be based on actual weight, this is why it is important to review the Table of Measurement.

The Table of Measurement which is the recorded results of the visual survey and assigns either a weight or cubic footage to the individual item. If the total estimated weight is calculated by cubic footage 6.5 pounds per cubic foot is averaged to calculate weight. For a example of a calculating Table of Measurement: (link to spreadsheet).

Services Provided

Moving

Relocation service includes a survey of effects to be shipped which the guaranty is based on. Options, addresses and move dates are noted at this time along with any information pertaining to the move.

On moving day the effects are inventoried noting the item and its condition, for cartons client packed or carrier packed is noted.

Major items are wrapped in furniture pads in the house which are secured by taped (never adhered to the finish of the piece).

Items are loaded and loaded and secured in the truck by the movers.

When the shipment is delivered, delivery dates are given ahead of time and where an exact date is not provided the driver must provide a minimum of 24 hours notice. A minimum and maximum time are provided with the initial estimate and are guaranteed.

Normal disassembly and reassembly of furnishings is carried out by the mover.

Packing

Self packing, clients can pack cartons they procure on their own, or buy cartons from their moving company. Often used cartons are available in good clean condition at a discounted rate. Responsibility to use the proper packing methods is the clients and owner packed cartons are covered only if there is visible damage to the carton. The mover will provide packing guidelines to you in a written form.

Partial or Breakable item packing is a packing service where fragile items or high value items are packed by the mover. These include but are not limited to items such as chinaware, stemware, pictures, mirrors, ornaments and electronics, each household tends to be different in this regard. Costing is by the carton and unpacking is generally included in this option. All packing done by the mover is fully covered

Complete Packing Service is the complete packing of the household by the mover. Complete packing service is done a cost per weight basis and guaranteed in the cost of the move as per the survey. Unpacking can be done by the client or by the mover and is considered a separate service and is an additional cost. All packing done by the mover is fully covered.

Transit Protection

Transit protection coverage s not “Insurance” in the normal sense of having a specific policy written under the auspices of an insurance underwriter. Instead the funds for repair or replacement come from a “valuation pool” held by Atlas Van Lines (Canada) Ltd. and are subject to terms stated on the bill of lading.

The Atlas Replacement Plan means that if a the damaged item cannot be repaired to it’s original condition it will be replaced with one of like kind and quality at today’s market value.

To insure proper coverage high value items should be noted in writing prior to the move, Fred Guy Moving & Storage Ltd. will provide a high value inventory to you to access whether appraisals or certifications are required.

The only requirement is that your shipment be protected to a minimum of $ 5.00 per pound of the actual weight of your household goods.

Released protection is offered at no additional charge, basic standard released protection is 60 cents per pound per article. This means that a non packed item weighs 100 lbs, the maximum amount payable is $ 60.00.

Atlas Van Lines

Atlas Van Lines role in your move is to administer the logistics. Central registration, truck and driver assignment, satellite tracking, destination services and claims settlement are the services provided through the van line for your move. The moving consultant at Fred Guy Moving & Storage Ltd. is your contact for these services.

Special Requirements

Beyond the preceeding services offered either directly or through third party services also include:

Vehicle shipping either on the moving van or through a third party rail service.

Crating for special items.

Appliance servicing, pool table servicing and electrical disconnects.

A containerized service for clients requiring extended transit schedules.

Valet service unpacking.

House cleaning services.

Some Helpful Links:

• Moving From Canada to the United States
• Free Entry of Household Goods & Personal Effects
• What Happens When Your Possessions arrive in the United States?
• Importing a Motor Vehicle into The United States
• Importing Firearms
• Importing Household Plants
• Importing Alcohol and Tobacco
• Importing Pets into the United States
• Useful Contacts
• Useful Numbers