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Accessorial services


Services such as packing, appliance servicing, unpacking or piano stair carries that you request to be performed (or are necessary because of landlord requirements or other special circumstances). Cha [..]
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Advanced charges


Charges for services not performed by the mover but instead by a professional, craftsman or other third party at your request. The charges for these services are paid for by the mover and added to you [..]
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Agent


The local moving company representing a national van line. May serve as booking, origin, destination and/or hauling agent.
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Appliance Service


Preparation of major electrical appliances to make them safe for shipment.
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bill of lading


The receipt for your goods and the contract for their transportation. It is your responsibility to understand the bill of lading before you sign it. If you do not agree with something on the bill of l [..]
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Binding/non-binding estimate


A binding estimate is an agreement made in advance with the mover that guarantees the total cost of the move based on the quantities and services shown on the estimate. A non-binding estimate is the c [..]
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Booking agent


Agent or person who sells and registers your move. A booking agent does not necessarily have to be located at or near the origin or destination.
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carrier


The mover providing transportation of your household goods.
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change order


A form used to amend the amount indicated on the original estimate due to the addition or deletion of items to be shipped or services requested by the customer.
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C.O.D.


Transportation for a private shipper for which payment is required at the time of delivery at the destination residence (or warehouse).
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