Archive for June, 2007

Mover’s Liability

Friday, June 29th, 2007

According to TX Department of Transportation regulations, “your mover has a basic liability of 60 cents per pound per article. This means if your 50-pound television is damaged, your mover is liable for a maximum of only $30. Although your mover cannot reduce his liability below 60 cents per pound per article, he may agree in writing to assume a higher level of liability. Your shipment will be valued at 60 cents per pound per article unless you and your mover agree to a higher level of liability on your moving services contract. Your mover may assess an additional fee (sometimes referred to as a valuation fee) for assuming the higher level of liability. Noting a higher level of mover liability (valuation) is not the same as purchasing transit insurance.”

Elephant Moving Inc’s Reservation & Cancellation Policy

Wednesday, June 27th, 2007

Reservations for move appointments are accepted on a first come first served basis. Simply receiving an estimate does not guarantee that an appointment is available on the desired day. Time slots are not guaranteed until customer has officially booked a move. Valid credit card information may be required to hold a reservation. Reference numbers and/or confirmation emails are given to every customer who books a move – KEEP THIS INFORMATION, IT IS IMPORTANT!

Moves must be cancelled at least 48 hours in advance of appointment time to avoid a cancellation fee. Failure to do so will result in a $75 nonrefundable cancellation fee. An additional fee will be assessed if customer fails to notify the office of intent to cancel prior to a crew being sent to the pickup location. The additional fee for a crew being sent to a location but unable to perform move due to customer cancellation will be equal to 50% of the estimated move total. Fees will be charged to credit card on file. In the event no credit card is on file the customer will be billed for the additional fees. Failure to pay cancellation fees within 30 days will result in account being sent to collection.

Should you have any questions about reservations or cancellations please do not hesitate to call our office directly at 512.442.6622 any day between 9am and 7pm.

Additional insurance must be purchased prior to the scheduled move date by the customer directly from www.movinginsurance.com and is subject to the terms and conditions set forth by movinginsurance.com; if no additional insurance is purchased all items in the shipment will be covered at the basic valuation of $.60 per pound as outlined on the contract for moving services (please see our section on Regulations and Insurance for exclusions and limitations of that coverage). Elephant Moving’s liability is limited to $100.00 for damage to floors, walls, doors, and painted surfaces.

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Did you know…

Wednesday, June 27th, 2007

1 in 5 people move every year! That’s 20% of the United States population.

Other interesting facts about moving:
43 million Americans move each year.
50% of all moves take place between Memorial and Labor Days.
11 – the number of times an average American moves during their lifetime.
Homebuyers re-invest up to 40% of equity gain. (National Association of Realtors)
2 Years: The time it takes a mover to “feel” settled.
6 Months: the average time necessary to become familiar with the surroundings

“Great Job!”

Saturday, June 16th, 2007

Very accurate estimate and the final cost was less than I was expecting. Yay! The guys that did the moving were quick, professional and very careful with all my belongings. They did a fantastic job. Johanna was excellent getting me the original quote and helping me with all the details. Easy to deal with, very nice and very professional. The cost of the move was an excellent value for the quality of service provided. I will not hesitate to recommend Elephant Moving to anyone I know who needs moving services in the future. Great job!!
-Karen, Austin

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2007 Best of Austin…

Friday, June 15th, 2007

It’s that time of year again – the Austin Chronicle’s annual Best of Austin Poll! Visit the Austin Chronicle’s website at http://www.austinchronicle.com/feedback/bestof/07/#services to vote for all your local favorites (including your friendly movers here at Elephant Moving in the ‘services’ section!).

Remember, ballots must be submitted online or postmarked by Monday July 2, 2007.

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A holiday move:

Friday, June 15th, 2007

I am so happy that you could move me on easter sunday. It made all the difference. Everyone was very professional and very attentive to my things. It means alot to me when someone cares enough to be careful with the few nice things that I have collected. My move wasn’t a very big move and I appreciate that it was handled in the same manner that a top dollar move would be handled. Thank you!
-Lynn, Austin

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What Makes Elephant Moving Special?

Tuesday, June 12th, 2007

Your friendly Austin movers use methods for packing and moving that have been finely tuned over years of experience. Our unique ways of doing things set us apart from other movers. Our special wrapping and maneuvering techniques ensure that your belongings will be transported in the safest and most efficient manner. Our highly trained professional movers wrap all furniture in heavy duty moving blankets for maximum protection. Skilled movers are necessary for a smooth move. Our movers are well-trained to move even your most fragile or bulky items with ease. Our crews are friendly, helpful and there to assist you with every aspect of your move, whether it be packing, disassembly and reassembly or maneuvering of odd-sized items you aren’t sure how to move.

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