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Best Moving Services Kent

11/19/2012 13:26

Best Moving Services Kent


Extra Labor – hourly labor charge (15 minute minimum) for performing any requested services for which specific fees are not published. This generally covers activities such as removing/placing items in attics/crawlspaces, packing/unpacking owner's furnished containers, etc.

Cash discount: Some do-it-yourself moving companies give a discount to customers who pay cash instead of using a credit card -- usually in the 3 percent to 5 percent range.
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Loading Ramp - Provided by self-service movers to help you load your household goods onto the trailer.



Shuttle Service: Use of a smaller vehicle to provide service to residences that are not accessible to the mover's normal line haul equipment.

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Local move: Generally, a move that is within a 30-mile radius.

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10/22/2012 14:11

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Full Replacement Value Coverage – This is a form of insurance that costs a bit more, but presents the owner with the opportunity to receive the full replacement amount on their damaged or lost goods. Usually this coverage requires a set premium for every one thousand dollars of value.

Moving Company Agent - A local moving company with the authority to conduct business for a larger or national moving company. An agent can serve in several capacities; including booking, destination, and hauling agent (see definitions below).
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Guaranteed Pickup and Delivery Service: An additional level of service whereby dates of service are guaranteed, with the mover providing reimbursement for delays. This premium service is often subject to minimum weight requirements.



Guaranteed Pickup and Delivery Service: A premium service whereby dates of service are guaranteed, with the mover providing reimbursement for delays. This type of service is often subject to minimum weight requirements. Interstate Move -
Any move which crosses a state boundary, regardless of the number of miles. Distinguished from Local Move or Intrastate Move.

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AMSA Certified Van Line: An interstate carrier that transports your household goods shipment under its own authority, granted by the Federal Highway Administration, on a national basis. Van Lines use a network of agents throughout the country to provide the origin, destination and hauling services needed to accomplish your move. Like Certified Movers, AMSA Certified Van Lines subscribe to the AMSA Code of Conduct. They have pledged to conduct their business in the most efficient and professional manner possible and are responsible for the acts of their agents.

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09/14/2012 13:48

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Long Carry Charge - An additional charge incurred when articles must be carried an excessive distance to the movers truck.

Packing Service - Many full-service movers provide customers the option of having all of their possessions packed before the move and later unpacked at the destination.
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Fuel Surcharge – the carrier's tariff provides for a percentage adjustment to the transportation charge (and SIT Pickup and Delivery) to aid in the recovery of the increased cost of fuel. The surcharge, which can change monthly, is based upon the national average cost of diesel as reported by the U.S. Department of Energy.



Bill of Lading - This is the contract between the mover and the customer. It also acts as a receipt. It is important to understand everything on the bill of lading before you sign it.

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Shuttle Service – This refers to the use of smaller vehicles or moving vans to transport household goods and possessions to a final destination that is inaccessible via the larger moving truck. This service adds fees to the total cost of the moving job, and can fall under "Auxiliary Service" fees (see definition above).

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Emerald Relocation Washington

05/10/2012 15:31

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Moving is risky, but selecting the right mover is all about finding professionals you can count on, people that care, and look out for you and your needs.

It is our top priority to keep you informed of every step we take, responding promptly to your needs.

Emerald Relocation WA: The idea is simple; provide high quality service for everyone at a reasonable price.

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Unpacking – removing the customer's goods from containers and placing them on a flat surface, as well as the disposal of such containers and packing materials. If ordered, unpacking service must be performed at the time of delivery unless requested otherwise.

Long Carry Charge - An additional charge incurred when articles must be carried an excessive distance to the movers truck.

Fuel Surcharge – the carrier's tariff provides for a percentage adjustment to the transportation charge (and SIT Pickup and Delivery) to aid in the recovery of the increased cost of fuel. The surcharge, which can change monthly, is based upon the national average cost of diesel as reported by the U.S. Department of Energy.

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Department of Transportation (DOT) – the federal agency which, through the Surface Transportation Board (STB) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA) within the DOT, governs the interstate transportation industry, including movers of household goods.

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