--- title: Moving Tips - ARS --- # Need a quote for a household move, commercial move, or anything else? [ GET A FREE QUOTE NOW ** ](https://atlanticrelocation.com/household-quote?hsLang=en) ## Worldwide Service Home moving, storage and corporate relocation solutions ### Get your move started Enter your delivery and pickup ZIP codes to get a free estimate. ![Card Image](https://atlanticrelocation.com/hubfs/truck-city.jpg.png) ### Free in-home estimate for local moves. Quotes cannot be automated for a local move, but we’re happy to provide free estimates on all local moves to help you in this exciting time! [GET A FREE QUOTE NOW](https://atlanticrelocation.com/household-quote?hsLang=en) ![Card Image](https://atlanticrelocation.com/hubfs/movers.jpg.png) ### Need a free office/logistics estimate? Atlantic Relocation Systems has extensive experience in electronics moving and the packing and transport of other delicate, high-value goods. [REQUEST YOURS NOW](https://atlanticrelocation.com/commercial-quote?hsLang=en) ## CUSTOMER RESOURCES At Atlantic Relocation Systems, we want to provide you with the best understanding of how your move should flow. Below are details of the three phases of any move: The Estimate, [The Documents](https://atlanticrelocation.com/moving-tips#documents), & [The Delivery](https://atlanticrelocation.com/moving-tips#delivery) along with some [Additional Tips](https://atlanticrelocation.com/moving-tips#additional) that might be helpful. ## The Estimate **PURPOSE**. The purpose of the estimate is to furnish you with an approximate cost of your move. Typically, a sales representative will schedule an appointment to come to your home to review the items you are planning to move to your new location. They will discuss packing services, valuation, your move schedule and all special services required. **COST ON INTERSTATE MOVES**. The cost will be calculated by estimating the weight of your shipment and applying the appropriate tariff rate for the number of miles it will be traveling. Any materials or services requested, in addition to those of loading your goods, transporting and unloading them, will be itemized and charged accordingly. Services needed at destination will be included when communicated to your sales representative. **Be certain the sales representative has seen the entire premises** including attic, garage, storage shed and basement to ensure all items are included in the estimate. If items are located off premises (e.g. office, self-storage), be sure to mention them as well. If you are paying for your own move, the sales representative will furnish you with an Estimate/Order for Service form showing the breakdown of charges. If your employer is paying for the move, the estimate may be forwarded directly to your company. When your moving schedule has been set, notify your sales representative immediately to schedule your desired pick-up and delivery dates. The last week of a month and the period from May through September are extremely busy, and advance notice is requested. ## The Documents Your driver will present you with the **Bill of Lading**. This authorizes the carrier to transport your goods. Your driver is also required to complete a **Household Goods Descriptive Inventory** of items included in the shipment with a brief note of their condition. You will be then asked to sign the **Inventory**. If any additional services are necessary, the **Additional Services Performed Origin/Destination Service and Delivery Report** must also be completed by the driver with your signature. ## The Delivery Payment is due at time of delivery by cash, certified check or postal money order. The driver begins unloading when the payment is received. Check with your sales representative prior to moving day to determine if credit card payment is accepted and what  restrictions may apply. UNLOADING. As unloading begins, check off items received from your copy of the Inventory. The crew unloading your moving van is only required to place furniture once, so have a placement plan in mind. Be aware that unpacking services include taking packed items out of cartons & placing them on a table or counter. If the moving crew does your unpacking, you may request that they dispose of the used materials and containers when they have finished. **CLAIMS**. Although every effort will be made to see that your belongings arrive intact, there may be incidents when loss or damage occurs. In that event, completely unpack all your goods. Compile a list of any damaged or missing items. Locate the registration number from your Bill of Lading and call the Customer Service Department. Claim forms will be mailed promptly. You have nine months from date of delivery to file your claim. However, it is suggested that you file as soon as possible. *Please take the time to complete any service evaluation forms sent to you after the move. It is important that all participants in your move know how you respond to the service they provided. Customer evaluations are our only measure of success.* ## Additional Tips ### **Preparing your Computer:** - **Prepare** backup copies of your files and pack the disks with your original program disks. - **Check** the documentation that came with your computer for instructions on preparing the hard drive. - **Remove** cables and pack with equipment. - **Remove** ink cartridge for a laser printer. For a pin printer, insert paper in the platen to protect the print head. - **Pack** computer equipment in the original cartons if available, or obtain proper packing materials and container from your mover. ### **Moving With Pets?** - **Obtain** health records from veterinarian. - **Check** destination state and local government requirements for Health Certificate, pet ordinances, “leash laws,” and licensing requirements. - **Transporting** pets by car is often less stressful for the animal and less expensive for the owner. Taking short car trips before the move may help your pet to adjust. - **Obtain** your veterinarian’s advice regarding medications that may assist your pet while traveling. - **Plan** ahead for motels that accept pets. Don’t feed or water your pet several hours before departure. - **Once** on the road, stop frequently for water and exercise, and feed once per day. - **If** you are not able to make proper arrangements for moving your pet, your representative can suggest a professional pet moving service. ### **Doing Your Own Packing?** - **Beginning** well before your load date, pack one room at a time. - **Mark** all boxes with room and box number and make a list showing the number of boxes packed per room, as well as the total number packed. - **Do not** seal boxes in which you have packed items of high value, since the contents must be verified by your driver at time of loading. - **Keep** the weight of each box under 50 pounds. This will help you in packing and unpacking if boxes need to be moved around. It will also facilitate the loading and unloading of your moving van.   ### Corporate Headquarters 2181 Newmarket Parkway SE. 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The packers/load crew left a few items at house but they did come back for them. Our crew cheif who handled the move was proffessional. and helpful ** ### Move for Hunger Atlantic Relocation Atlanta Crew: “GREAT job! Thank you for collecting and delivering 290 lbs. of food for the Atlanta Community Food Bank, this is enough to provide 242 meals!!! We appreciate your efforts and all you do for the Move for Hunger program. ** ### Crew was Fantastic Shariff and his crew were fantastic!! I got a little worried when there wasn’t enough room in the truck for our stuff and our closing was early the next day. However Shariff stayed calm and assured me they would take care of us. They were at our house bright and early the next morning & finished loading everything with time to spare. We actually had time to grab a bite to eat on the way to our closing:) Super impressed! Even though I’d heard horror stories about people going weeks/months before receiving their items I never worried for a moment that Shariff wouldn’t stay true to his scheduled date. Sure enough they showed up promptly at 8:00am on our scheduled day & worked diligently until everything was unloaded. Not only did they work hard but they found a way to have a good time doing it. We enjoyed our experience with them:) I also would like to add that Andy & Jennifer did an excellent job as well! They wasted no time getting us an estimate & scheduled. They were both quick to respond when I had questions. From start to finish this was the easiest move we’ve ever had. I will recommend Atlantic Relocation to anyone looking to hire movers. ** ### Everything Went Really Well Everything went really well could not ask for any more. The packers packed very well and the delivery was quick and there were no damages ** ### Went Above and Beyond The crews did a good job. One of the delivery crew members went above and beyond by going out to truck and getting bolts he had when the ones that went with it could not be found. She was impressed that he did that to make it work ** ### I was very pleased with the service I was very pleased with the service I have no complaints.at all, very friendly and helpful ** ### Everything Went Well Everything went well. The overall move was a good experience. I would like to deal with this company again for another move. The packers wrapped quickly and the move was fast and efficient ** ### Was A Very Good Move The move was a “very, very good move. No issues or complaints throughout process. The crews were very professional and courteous ** ### The Crews Did A Great Job The crews did a great job. The packers were efficient and handled my belonging with care. My wife handled delivery but said their “performance was great” and had no issues ** ### Best Move Ever We moved several times and this move by far was the best. We were required to by our company to report to our new job assignment in 2 weeks andAtlantictook the challenge and made it happen. I would use Atlantic again without hesitation and would recommend their company to all my family and friends. ** ### Very Professional The moves yesterday and today went very well. Herman and his crew were great to work with and very professional. My husband even liked their work – which is a compliment of the highest order. They moved everything out and in with care and in a very efficient manner; they were hard workers. ** ### Outstanding Out-Of-State Movers! I would like to thank everybody involved for an extremely pleasant moving experience. The packing and loading of the container was outstanding as there was minimal damage. As promised the transport to Miami and shipping to Nassau went quickly and without a problem. And the import, unloading and unpacking was just as timely and professional. It has been a pleasure working with you as you also have been so understanding and patient answering about a million of my questions to get me organized! ** ### Quick Movers The move was amazing. The packers were very quick. All crews really helpful! Previous Next ## Our Owned & Operated Locations Operating nationwide as an agent of Atlas van lines ## Associations & Awards ![Association Logos](https://atlanticrelocation.com/hubfs/a1-1.svg) ![Association Logos](https://atlanticrelocation.com/hubfs/Website/assets-2024/logo/IAM%20Trusted%20-%20Grey.png) ![Association Logos](https://atlanticrelocation.com/hubfs/a4.svg) [![Association Logos](https://atlanticrelocation.com/hubfs/a5-1.png) ](https://www.atlasvanlines.com/why-atlas/accreditations-affiliations) ![Association Logos](https://atlanticrelocation.com/hubfs/a6.svg) [![Association Logos](https://atlanticrelocation.com/hubfs/a7.svg) ](https://www.atlasvanlines.com/why-atlas/genuine-movers)