UNI-LINE MOVING
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UNI-LINE MOVING do the business in San Francisco
BAY AREA since 2000.
Uni-Line Moving offers professional services with courteous
personnel. Our quality is well known in the moving industry.
We can be trusted to handle your move quickly, efficiently,
safely and economically. Whether we are moving a few
pieces to an apartment, a house full of furniture, or a
business, we are anxious to show you how stress free we
can make your relocation. Moreover, we offer moving and
packing service, at surprisingly low rates for those times .
We operate under the authority of the California Public
Utilities Commission License # T-189284.
Us Department of Transportation : USDOT#: 1400626
For your convenience we offer the following services:
• Open 7 days a week
• Free telephone or on-site estimate
• Trained and experienced professional moving crews
• Modern well maintained vehicle fleet and moving
equipment
• Free box delivery with every move (if you order)
• Packing and unpacking service
local & long distance moving
overseas
packing & unpacking
piano moving
packing materials
1-800-764-9788
1-800-764-9788
INTRODUCTION TO YOUR MOVE.
How to choosing a Mover
Choosing the right mover is not a simple task. When moving, you want to be
sure that your belongings will be in good hands until they reach your new
home. You also want to be sure that the costs will not skyrocket in the end, or
that you will have to wait too long before your belongings are finally delivered
to you.
When choosing a moving company for your move make sure you deeply
investigate each and every candidate. Use the following topics to guide you
on your research:
1. Licenses and insurance
2. Place of business
3. Questions you should ask the movers
Licenses and Insurance
When choosing a mover make sure to verify his license with your local DOT
office. Every moving company has to be licensed and insured. There are
different types and levels of licensing, and the rules are different from state to
state.
Local Moves: If you are moving within a state, make sure the mover you are
considering is licensed by that state's Department of Transportation, Public
Utilities Commission, or Bureau of Consumer Affairs. A call to your local state
association can help determine if a mover is licensed. If you are moving to a
different state, check to make sure the mover is licensed by the Federal
Department of Transportation.
Interstate Moves: Interstate moving companies have two additional criteria
they are required to meet:
1.
Publish their tariffs or price list and make it available to anybody who
requests a copy
2.
Participate in a dispute settlement program and to offer neutral arbitration
in the event a dispute arises. A dispute may arise in the event loss or damage
happens to a shipment while in the hands of the mover.
Workers' Compensation Insurance: Another criterion to consider when choosing
a moving company is whether it carries Workers' Compensation Insurance.
Such coverage is required by the DOT. This adds to the cost of doing business
but it protects you, so make sure you only choose a company that is covered.
Place of business
When choosing a mover make sure their place of business actually exists.
Beware of companies who provide no business address on their website,
business documents, or a company that is hesitant to provide you with their
physical business address. It is important that you know where to track the
company down if you have a problem.
Consider visiting the moving company's office before you make your final
choice. You can learn a lot about how your shipment will be treated by visiting
the company.
Residential Address: A few movers operate legitimately from a residential
address. The important thing is that he actually is located there and not using
a fictitious address to make you think he is.
Yellow Pages: Another thing worth checking is if the moving company was
listed in last year's Yellow Pages. You would expect a legitimate new company
not to be listed there. But as a matter of precaution, keep in mind that some
moving companies had their DOT license revoked. Those companies might try
to operate under a new name or the name of another licensed mover.
Questions you should ask the movers
This summary can be very helpful in your search for the right moving company
for your move. When talking to a representative consider asking the following
questions:
Estimate:
1. Ask the mover if he will be willing to come to your home and perform visual
estimate.
2. Is the estimate you received binding or a non binding?
3. How long his or her estimate is valid?
4. Are there additional surcharges for things like parking problems, road
access, street accessibility, delivery time restrictions or if there are any stairs
or elevators involved?
5. What is the estimated delivery time and will the driver give you prior notice?
6. What would be the packing policy of the company if you decide to pack
yourself?
7. What are the charges for additional weight?
Insurance:
1. What is the level of insurance coverage for your move?
2. Does the company offer additional insurance coverage besides the basic
liability?
Payment:
1. How do I pay for the move? Cash, credit card, money order, or personal
check?
2. Is there a deposit that you are required to pay? If yes, can it be refunded in
case you choose to cancel the move?
3. When do I pay? There can be different payment arrangements, make sure
you understand the details.
Company record:
1. How long the company is in business?
2. Is it licensed to do moves in your state?
3. How many trucks does it have?
4. For long distance moves – does the company have its own interstate trucks,
or it uses subcontractors?
5. Will the company perform the move, or it's just a broker?
How to choosing a Mover
Choosing the right mover is not a simple task. When moving, you want to be
sure that your belongings will be in good hands until they reach your new
home. You also want to be sure that the costs will not skyrocket in the end, or
that you will have to wait too long before your belongings are finally delivered
to you.
When choosing a moving company for your move make sure you deeply
investigate each and every candidate. Use the following topics to guide you
on your research:
1. Licenses and insurance
2. Place of business
3. Questions you should ask the movers
Licenses and Insurance
When choosing a mover make sure to verify his license with your local DOT
office. Every moving company has to be licensed and insured. There are
different types and levels of licensing, and the rules are different from state to
state.
Local Moves: If you are moving within a state, make sure the mover you are
considering is licensed by that state's Department of Transportation, Public
Utilities Commission, or Bureau of Consumer Affairs. A call to your local state
association can help determine if a mover is licensed. If you are moving to a
different state, check to make sure the mover is licensed by the Federal
Department of Transportation.
Interstate Moves: Interstate moving companies have two additional criteria
they are required to meet:
1.
Publish their tariffs or price list and make it available to anybody who
requests a copy
2.
Participate in a dispute settlement program and to offer neutral arbitration
in the event a dispute arises. A dispute may arise in the event loss or damage
happens to a shipment while in the hands of the mover.
Workers' Compensation Insurance: Another criterion to consider when choosing
a moving company is whether it carries Workers' Compensation Insurance.
Such coverage is required by the DOT. This adds to the cost of doing business
but it protects you, so make sure you only choose a company that is covered.
Place of business
When choosing a mover make sure their place of business actually exists.
Beware of companies who provide no business address on their website,
business documents, or a company that is hesitant to provide you with their
physical business address. It is important that you know where to track the
company down if you have a problem.
Consider visiting the moving company's office before you make your final
choice. You can learn a lot about how your shipment will be treated by visiting
the company.
Residential Address: A few movers operate legitimately from a residential
address. The important thing is that he actually is located there and not using
a fictitious address to make you think he is.
Yellow Pages: Another thing worth checking is if the moving company was
listed in last year's Yellow Pages. You would expect a legitimate new company
not to be listed there. But as a matter of precaution, keep in mind that some
moving companies had their DOT license revoked. Those companies might try
to operate under a new name or the name of another licensed mover.
Questions you should ask the movers
This summary can be very helpful in your search for the right moving company
for your move. When talking to a representative consider asking the following
questions:
Estimate:
1. Ask the mover if he will be willing to come to your home and perform visual
estimate.
2. Is the estimate you received binding or a non binding?
3. How long his or her estimate is valid?
4. Are there additional surcharges for things like parking problems, road
access, street accessibility, delivery time restrictions or if there are any stairs
or elevators involved?
5. What is the estimated delivery time and will the driver give you prior notice?
6. What would be the packing policy of the company if you decide to pack
yourself?
7. What are the charges for additional weight?
Insurance:
1. What is the level of insurance coverage for your move?
2. Does the company offer additional insurance coverage besides the basic
liability?
Payment:
1. How do I pay for the move? Cash, credit card, money order, or personal
check?
2. Is there a deposit that you are required to pay? If yes, can it be refunded in
case you choose to cancel the move?
3. When do I pay? There can be different payment arrangements, make sure
you understand the details.
Company record:
1. How long the company is in business?
2. Is it licensed to do moves in your state?
3. How many trucks does it have?
4. For long distance moves – does the company have its own interstate trucks,
or it uses subcontractors?
5. Will the company perform the move, or it's just a broker?
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