Moving Checklist
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Planning: Before You Move
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| Ask for recommendations from neighbors, friends, and relatives regarding the mover and broker. |
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| Obtain estimates from at least three movers or brokers and compare cost and all other services to be provided by the companies. |
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| Check to determine whether the interstate mover and broker is registered with FMCSA and has a U.S. DOT number. |
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| Check with the Better Business Bureau regarding the mover and broker. |
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| Obtain the booklet Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move from the mover and broker. |
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| Find out what the mover's responsibilities are for damages that may occur to your belongings. |
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| Ask if the mover and broker have a dispute settlement program. |
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| Find out how and when pickup and delivery of your household goods will occur. |
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| Ask the mover and broker how they can be contacted before the move, during the move, and after the move. |
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| Adequately insure your belongings. |
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Moving Day
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Carefully read the information on the estimate, bill of lading, inventory, and all other completed documents before you sign them. |
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| Accompany the movers as they inventory your household goods and resolve any questions regarding the condition of materials being moved. |
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Inform the driver and the moving company of how you can be reached during the move. |
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| Be present to answer questions and give directions to the movers. Stay until they finish. |
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| Give the driver directions to your new house. |
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| Before the moving van leaves, take one final look throughout the house to make certain nothing has been left behind. |
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| Keep the bill of lading until your goods are delivered, the charges are paid, and any claims are settled. |
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Delivery Day
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Pay the driver, according to the terms of your written binding or non- binding estimate, before your goods are unloaded. |
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| Be present to answer any questions and give directions. |
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| Supervise unloading and unpacking of your goods. |
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| Note on the inventory list all boxes or items that are damaged or missing before you sign any documents. |
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Last updated: Monday, November 4, 2024