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Here is the “Don’t Forget” List

There are so many things to deal with when thinking about moving.  When planning a move, it is best to START EARLY.  In this way you can purge items that you no longer need and in turn you won’t be paying to ship unnecessary weight.  Purchasing small, medium, and large moving cartons will help stacking of the truck neatly, leaving no extra room for things to shift in the van. Another tip is to mark boxes in magic marker on their sides with “Open First”, “Open Last”, “Alison’s bedroom”, “Haley’s Bedroom”, etc.  You want those boxes with your bedding and bathroom items and your kid’s favorite things to be handy.  You will want the shower curtain and the toilet paper and your toiletries first thing.  And you want your beds set up so at the end of the day you can fall into bed when you are exhausted from your day of moving.

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The Importance of the “Order for Service” when moving!

When moving with a full service moving company, the mover is required by law to prepare an Order for Service document for your shipment.  You are entitled to a copy of the Order for Service after it has been prepared.  The Order for Service is part of the contract (Bill of Lading) between you and your mover.  If for any reason you have to cancel or delay your shipment, you must promptly cancel the order.  A penalty may be assessed if you cancel your shipment three days after signing the order for service.

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What is “Your Rights & Responsibilities When You Move” Booklet all about?

Your household goods carrier, Columbine Moving & Storage or any legitimate mover or broker, will provide you with “Your Rights & Responsibilities When You Move” booklet at the time of your in home interstate move estimate.  The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has designed this booklet to help consumers (shippers) understand their rights and responsibilities.  It is important that you understand the terms and conditions of the Bill of Lading or moving contract and other terms that you may encounter in the moving business and this booklet will answer your questions.

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