- Mountain Movers' Guidelines for an Efficient Move
- Packing Guide for Local Moving
- Mountain Movers Inc. Insurance Coverage/Price Sheet
- In a nut shell 90% of your moving preparation is boxing everything up that can fit in a box. It will save time and money to be well organized and prepared. All boxes must have lids and be CLOSED. Please label all boxes as to which room they belong, for example: Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Living Room, etc. Mark boxes with delicate contents "FRAGILE" and pack these with sufficient padding according to the contents. Books, paper and other such heavy material must be placed in boxes no larger than 1.5 cubic ft. A box this size weighs roughly 70 lbs. Mountain Movers only insures boxes which were packed by our employees. We offer repair or replacement value for these items. Electronic components packed in its original, factory supplied shipping container are also covered by our insurance. IF IT CAN FIT IN A BOX IT BELONGS IN ONE.
- We are not able to do any packing the day of the move. If you find that you need help packing, call us immediately. We will arrange for a packing crew to come out to your home one or two days prior to your move. Applicable labor and material charges apply.
- Electronic components such as computers, stereos, DVDs, VCRs, and other delicate equipment must be packed into its original container or in containers that offer the same degree of protection. We will move these items without proper packing but we accept no liability for any damage that may occur.
- Art work, (pictures, prints, etc.) must be properly packaged in boxes or crated with bubble wrap and labeled "Art" or "Fragile". We will move these items without proper packaging at the driver's discretion but accept no responsibility for damage that may occur in transit.
- Mountain Movers does not insure glass or statuary unless they have been professionally crated or packaged. We assume no liability for removing or transporting such items from hutches, tables, shelves, etc that have not been properly packaged. Please have glass removed from these items before our arrival.
- Dresser drawers should be emptied if it is an antique, particle board, or extremely heavy piece. Use your best judgment, we are only human too.
- Items constructed out of particle board and like man made material are not designed to be moved and are prone to failure. Our experienced professionals will alert you of any possible problems due to construction materials. We do not insure these items for any reason of failure.
- Mountain Movers reserves the right to not move any item or items we feel presents a hazard or is unsafe to move.
- Two drawer filing cabinets may be left full. Four drawer filing cabinets may be left full if minimal stairs are involved in its transport, but must be emptied if there are one or more flights of stairs. Desks, lateral files, storage cabinets, credenzas, and bookcases must be emptied of all contents prior to moving.
- Please have your washer and drier disconnected before our arrival if possible. We will disconnect them for you but cannot reconnect them as we are not plumbers and accept no liability for damage caused by these appliance reconnections. Refrigerators and freezers must be emptied of all contents prior to moving.
- Place any soft material such as sheets, blankets, comforters and pillows in strong garbage bags and tied in a knot.
- If you have requested that we move your hanging clothes in your closets please prepare them in one of two fashions. Mountain Movers will supply up to 4 wardrobes on a loaner basis on day of the move.
- Bundle 5 or 6 garments and tape the head of the hangers together. Then cut a 2 inch hole in the bottom of a large garbage bag and cover garments like the dry cleaner does.
- Purchase wardrobe boxes from any storage facility that sells such items and fill with clothes.
- All other closets and cabinets items must be boxed, i.e. kitchen, bathroom, laundry room.
- To save time please have all beds disassembled prior to our arrival. We will gladly disassemble your beds but this takes extra time and therefore will incur additional costs.
- If your home has a garage or storage locker, please make sure all contents are boxed up. Long handled items such as rakes, shovels and the like should be taped together top and bottom.
- Please remove nails, hangers, or anything that protrudes from walls and doors. These will potentially scratch or rip your furniture. Damage caused by one of these obstructions will not be covered by our insurance.
- If you live in, or are moving into a building with an elevator, please reserve the appropriate time slot for your move. Small elevators require additional time to complete your move. Our trucks are between 12'2 and 12'8" high. Some buildings' loading docks will not accommodate this height and additional time will be incurred to complete the move. Please check and advise us.
- Pianos. If you have a spinet, upright, or organ, we will move it only under these conditions:
- Both the pick-up and delivery have eight or less stairs each.
- If your piano is to go around the side of the house you must provide plywood or planking if there is not a concrete walkway.
- Have a third person scheduled on the move.
- We reserve the right to refuse to move any piano if we deem it unsafe to do so.
- Please let household plants dry out and place them in boxes.
- We do not move the following items: Hot tubs, firewood, hazardous materials, gasoline, paint, construction materials, used auto parts, large commercial machinery or firearms and ammunition.
- If your move is scheduled after 8 A.M. please be available one hour prior to the time of the move. Do not disconnect your phone the day of your move. We will not be able to contact you.
- In the event of rain our crews can put down pads on carpet and hardwood floors to protect them, but we cannot cover stairs for safety reasons.
- Parking. If curbside parking is required then it is the responsibility of homeowner/renter to arrange proper parking (cones, barriers, and permits, etc.) prior to our arrival. National Barricade Co. can handle all city permits. There contact information is www.barricade.com or 206-523-4045. If a parking infraction is issued it is the client's responsibility to pay the ticket.
- If you are moving into a storage facility, additional time may by required if your storage unit is only accessible by elevator, or down a long hallway. When leasing space, request a unit as close to an exit or elevator as possible. Fine furniture or other delicate items are best stored in a climate controlled environment. Inquire with your storage company for details.
- Snow Alert. We will call to inform you of any possible delays or postponements. Rule of thumb: If the school districts are closed, it is doubtful that we will send our trucks out.
- Clients are forbidden to load items into the truck. Clients who choose to help stage items do so solely at their own risk. Mountain Movers does not assume liability for customer injury or property damage.
- Tips. With most service occupations, our crews gladly accept tips. Tips are not required but if the quality of service is outstanding and you liked the job they performed then a tip would be appreciated.
- Last but not least, we highly recommend that you dispose of all the unwanted items. Have a garage sale. It is much easier to move cash than furniture or unwanted items.
- If you require an estate clean out, debris removal or a dump run to get rid of your unwanted clutter for either the sale preparation or your home or upcoming move please contact Seattle Rubbish Removal. Their contact information is 206-297-2900 or visit them on the web www.seattlerubbish.com. Please inform the sales person you hired Mountain Movers for your move and receive 10% off your bill from Seattle Rubbish Removal. Let Seattle Rubbish Removal handle the dirty Work!
The key to an efficient move is proper planning, preparation and a good measure of common sense. Our estimate is based upon following these guidelines. Failure to follow these guidelines will result in a larger moving bill from us. The major reason for going over bid is lack of preparation i.e. not having everything boxed up and poor access at either the pick up or drop off locations. So please be prepared and relax and enjoy your moving experience.
Materials: The following recommended boxes and supplies are industry standard.
Small Box: 1.5 cubic ft. (12"x12"x16")
Common use of these boxes is books, magazines, canned goods, dishes, glassware, tools, and other heavy items.
Medium Box: 3.00 cubic ft. (16"x18"x18")
Common use of these boxes is pots and pans, Tupperware, small appliances, clothing, linen, hobby and craft items. NOTE: This is not a book box.
Large Box: 4.53 cubic ft. (18"x18"x24")
These boxes are used for smaller boxes, loose items, kids' toys, bulk items, garage accessories, garden supplies. NOTE: This is not a book box.
Dish Pack: 5.00 cubic ft.
Pack your flatware into these heavy duty cardboard boxes.
Wardrobe Box: 12 cubic ft. (19"x24"x45")
Wardrobes are convenient items on the day of the move. Place shoes, belts, purses, and hand bags on the bottom while hanging the garments on the bar provided with the box. Other uses include filling them with any items that are not easily transported exposed. They offer a degree of protection for irregularly shaped items. NOTE: Up to 4 wardrobe boxes are available on a loaner basis the day of your move.
Electronic component box:
Heavy duty box designed for stereo components, VCR's, DVD's, etc.
Picture boxes:
Large (4x40x60)
Medium (4x30x60)
NOTE: Each box will hold up to 2-3 items.
Large plastic garbage bags:
Place any soft, loose, or pliable material like bedding, pillows, comforters, stuffed animals, linen and laundry into garbage bags.
Other packing materials supplied upon request.
You will save time and money by labeling your boxes properly. Indicate the destination by labeling your boxes on the 2 sides and the top. If you are staging boxes for your move please stack them in like sizes roughly 48 inches tall. Re-stacking boxes takes time and effort. For a complete inventory of your boxed goods, it is a good idea to numerically label your boxes. Mountain Movers offers free box delivery on orders of $50 or more.
I hope these guidelines are useful and helpful.
Thank you for choosing Mountain Movers.
Mountain Movers provides replacement insurance of $0.60/lbs for all articles being moved. Mountain Movers also provides a cash bond of $2000 per person on the job at no extra charge. If you require additional insurance coverage it is available at www.movinginsurance.com. Also check with your home or renters insurance for coverage. We do not cover for loss or damage for the following items: Cash, jewelry, firearms, glass, and statuary or particle board furniture or any item to be moved that is in poor condition and boxes packed by the client. Electronic components, glass, statuary and art work (pictures, prints, statuary etc.) must be properly packed to be insured; otherwise we will move these items solely at owners' risk. Normal depreciation applies to all claims. We reserve the right not to insure against damage if in our professional judgment you request that an item be moved that is in poor condition or into or out of an area that has very poor access or is not designed to be moved in to a particular space. Furniture moved over railings or through windows is done solely at the customer's risk.
Truck Liability insurance: $750,000
Moving insurance: $0.60/lbs per article
Cash Bond/ Handling insurance, per person: $2,000
Additional coverage: www.movinginsurance.com
