When planning a move, people often overlook insurance coverage until something breaks. Damage during a move can involve several parties, including your insurer and the moving company. Coverage depends on how, where, and when the damage occurs. Renters' and homeowners' insurance policies usually protect personal belongings.
They do not automatically cover repairs or replacement for items damaged by professional movers. Understanding where your policy’s responsibility ends and where a mover’s liability begins helps you avoid costly gaps in coverage during a move.
Does Renters Insurance Cover Moving?
Whether you are relocating locally or out of state, you have several moving service choices. While full-service movers, labor helpers, and do-it-yourself options are preferred for local moves, self-service has become very popular for cross-country moves.
Types of Moves
Hiring a mover doesn't necessarily mean every item in your household will be fully insured. Find out what movers will and will not cover during a move.
What Movers' Insurance Will and Will Not Cover
Moving goes hand in hand with storage. Before renting a storage unit, ensure you find a reputable self-storage company in your area.
Self Storage Tips
When you are hiring a moving company, make sure to check what their policy is on non-transportable items. This guide lists examples of items that movers cannot transport.
What Movers Will Not Move
Move yourself or hire professional help? This is the question everyone asks before a move. Like most decisions, the answer depends on numerous factors such as budget, busy schedules, and the difficulty of the move.
Moving Yourself VS Hiring Movers
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