Archive for the ‘terms’ Category

What Are Long Carries?

Like a hotel bill in Vegas or taking the wrong shopping cart in the supermarket, you may look at your bill of lading after the move and say, “What is that? I don’t remember getting that.” These aren’t hidden charges per se, but they are charges, that much is sure. You will definitely pay money [...]

The 411 on US DOT Numbers

When choosing a moving company for your long-distance move, your best bet is to use one that is registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation. By doing so, you can be sure that your goods will be in the care of a licensed moving company that is in line with all industry laws and regulations. [...]

What is…Freight Service?

Freight service, which is one of the many moving-related terms found on the Movers.com glossary, is a less costly way of transporting your goods from one point to another. Rather than paying the moving company to pack, load, and unload your goods, you do these things yourself. Therefore, you only pay the costs involved in [...]