A mover’s liability is governed by the valuation statement on the Bill of Lading, which is the contract for the move. There are three basic types of liability coverage:

Limited Liability

This represents the minimum coverage required by law at $.30 per pound, per artcile. If an item is lost or damaged during your move, you would receive a payment at the rate of $.30 per pound per damaged article. This kind of basic coverage is designed to cover the mover’s basic liability but does not provide you with substantial protection.

Added Valuation

In the event of loss or damage, this kind of coverage would assure payment based on the depreciated value of the item. The cost for this type of coverage is $5 for every $1,000 of valuation placed upon the items included in your move. This more realistic approach to valuation places more of the financial responsibility on the mover. For any questions please call one of our Moving Consultants at 800.266.8387

Insurance Policy

If you are moving antiques or high-end furnishings, you may wish to consider purchasing a separate insurance policy to provide you with more substantial coverage. You may first wish to check your Homeowners Insurance Policy to see if your property is covered in transit. Your insurance carrier can provide you with more details about this option. We would recommend additional insurance coverage with our preferred vendor, movinginsurance.com.