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| Ask your Burnet mover if they are apartment of the ASMA ASMA are Members of the American Storage and Moving Association offer relocation services. The association provides certification to companies that meet its requirements. |
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| A few apartment communities do not allow moving trucks to enter the premises. This is mainly when the Burnet mover has a large truck. In these case you will be charged for Shuttle Service: This is a fee for the 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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| Ask your Burnet mover if your things are going to be the only ones on the moving van. There are times that the moving companies put two or three families together that are going to the same destination. It might cost more to have the van all to yourself, but it’s worth it. You minimize the chances of getting other peoples things and loosing yours. |
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| If you have children, pack special items for the kids. Have the kids pack a box of their "special" items, things that they'll want to have nearby as soon as you all arrive at your new home. Point this box out to the Burnet mover so it's one of the first boxes to be unloaded. |
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| You may want your Burnet mover to perform Appliance Service. Appliance services is the preparation of major electrical appliances to make them safe for shipment. |
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| Traveling across country? Your Burnet call this a Long Carry. A Long Carry charge is an added charge for carrying articles excessive distances between the mover's vehicle and your residence. |
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| Keep in mind that any items that are considered flammable are not going to be loaded by your Burnet movers. Understand what these items are so that you are not stuck with trying to get rid of them on day of loading. If you are uncertain what items can't be loaded, ask your estimator for a list. Because movers can't transport most household cleaners, they will be available for you to use throughout the day. Also remember to remove items from inaccessible areas like crawl spaces or attics. |
