What is an inventory?

The driver will inventory your shipment during loading, noting the condition of each item. Be sure to verify the inventory for accuracy, especially items marked ""PBO"" (packed by owner). The contents of this carton can’t and won’t be listed [...]

What is an inventory?2025-03-20T16:01:38-04:00

What is a Bill of Lading?

Every mover must prepare a bill of lading for each shipment. The bill of lading is the receipt for your goods and the contract with Matco Moving Solutions for our transportation. The driver will give you a copy, and [...]

What is a Bill of Lading?2025-03-20T15:59:52-04:00

What is an order for service?

All movers must prepare an Order for Service before transporting your shipment. It confirms the services requested, pickup and delivery dates, requested valuation, and contact information.The order also outlines the charges for your move. If moving under a non-binding estimate, [...]

What is an order for service?2025-04-24T10:53:01-04:00

How should I pay and what are Matco Moving Solutions’ payment methods?

Tariff provisions require all charges to be paid before unloading at destination. Payments can be made by cash, certified check, credit card, or debit. Discuss options with your Moving Consultant or customer service representative. If your employer is paying [...]

How should I pay and what are Matco Moving Solutions’ payment methods?2025-03-20T15:55:17-04:00

How is the cost of my residential move calculated?

When moving to a new province, charges are based on shipment weight and mileage. These are referred to as the transportation charges. There may be additional charges like packing, crating, valuation or coverage, bulky article charge for oversized items, [...]

How is the cost of my residential move calculated?2025-03-20T15:53:02-04:00

What is a non-binding estimate?

A non-binding estimate charges based on the actual weight of your shipment and the services performed. You will still go through the estimating process to determine what your shipment may cost. The driver will weigh the trailer before and [...]

What is a non-binding estimate?2025-04-24T10:51:10-04:00

What is a binding estimate?

A binding estimate is a contract that specifies, in advance, the precise cost of the move based on the services requested or deemed necessary at the time of the estimate. If additional services are requested or required at either [...]

What is a binding estimate?2025-03-20T15:49:46-04:00

What happens when a Matco Moving Consultant comes to my home?

The Moving Consultant will complete a visual survey of your items, calculating the weight, packing cost, and other charges related to your move. Don’t be alarmed if they check cabinets, closets, or under beds—everything that’s going to be moved [...]

What happens when a Matco Moving Consultant comes to my home?2025-03-20T15:47:02-04:00

When should I contact Matco Moving Solutions for a quote?

Try to provide us with as much notice as possible, especially if you are moving during the busy season (May 15 – September 15). Six weeks before your move is not too early for an estimator to complete a [...]

When should I contact Matco Moving Solutions for a quote?2025-03-20T15:42:00-04:00