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Some of your actions may limit your mover's liability. These include: Packing perishable, dangerous or hazardous materials in your household goods without your mover's knowledge. Packing your own boxes. You may consider packing your own household goods articles to reduce your costs, but if the articles you pack are damaged, it may be more difficult to establish your claim against the mover for the boxes you pack. Choosing Released Value coverage when your household goods are valued at more than 60 cents per pound per article. Failing to notify your mover in writing about articles of extraordinary value. Do not sign a delivery receipt for your household goods if it contains any language about releasing or discharging your mover or its agents from liability. By law, you have nine (9) months to file a written claim. Strike out this kind of language or refuse delivery until a proper receipt is provided, Report loss and damage promptly. You have nine (9) months following either the date of delivery, or the date on which the shipment should have been delivered, to file a written claim. Interstate movers are required to participate in a dispute resolution or arbitration program to address your loss and damage claims. If your mover does not provide you with information on its program, ask for it—movers are required to provide a concise, easy-to-read summary. When You Pack ! Try to use first boxes that are same size, they’re easier to stack (keep the heavy ones on the bottom and the light ones on top).Leave small space for you to easily walk between the boxes and furniture without having to move anything around.If you’re putting any metal items in the storage – like lawnmowers or file cabinets – it’s recommended to treat them with rust protector, or at least wipe them down with an oily rag. If you’re storing a refrigerator or a frizzier in your unit leave the door ajar. This will prevent mold from growing inside.Very important not to keep anything flammable or combustible in your storage unit. This means no gasoline, oil, cleaning fluids or paint thinner. If you’re storing any machinery that runs on gas, drain the tank before you store it. Moving Tips – What you need to know before you Move. How to get Prepared before your upcoming Move? Here are some helpful tips to make your move as smooth as possible. Two months before moving: Sort through your belonging to reduce the number of things you move. Have a garage sale or donate items you no longer need to charity. Decide whether to move yourself or hire professional Movers. Make reservations with moving company. Call at list three moving companies for comparison estimates. Gather packing supplies: boxes, packing Material, tape, felt markers and scissors. If you’re moving a long distance. Make travel arrangements with the airline, hotel and rental car agency. If you’re driving to your new home, get maps, GPS and plan your travel route. Save your moving receipts because some moving expenses may be tax deductible. Check the current tax code for requirements. Place your legal, medical, financial, and insurance record in safe and accessible place. Purchase insurance coverage for valuable to be moved. One month before Moving: Start packing items that aren't regularly used. Make travel arrangements for your pets. If you're driving get your car tuned up. Get medical record from your doctor, dentist, optometrist, and veterinarian. Back up important computer files to disk or external hard drive. Two weeks before Moving: Contact your utility companies and notify them of your move. Sign for service at your new address. Confirm your travel reservations. Arrange to close or transfer your bank account. Send change of address cards with your new phone number to friends, family, bank, credit card companies, newspapers, tax authorities, insurance companies and ext. The day before Moving Pad corners and stairways of the house. Lay down old sheets in the entry and hallway's to protect floor coverings. Remove hanging fixtures. Carry with you keys to your new home. Carry with you directions to your new location. Carry with you the telephone number for your moving company. Carry with you cash or travelers checks. Carry with you any important personal records and documents. Carry with you enough clothing to get by if the movers are late. Carry with you any items of great personal value that are virtually irreplaceable (for example a photo album) Carry with you sheets and towels for first night in your new home. Personal hygiene items (for example toothpaste, soap.) Arrival day: Show movers where to place furniture and boxes. Check inventory to insure that everything was delivered before signing delivery papers. Unpack any valuable items, such as silver, art, and jewelry upon arrival.
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