What Moving Companies Can’t Move: What are Non-Allowables?

moving companiesIf you are hiring Atlantic Relocation Systems as your moving company, it’s important to know ahead of time what items moving companies are not permitted to transport. These items, called “non-allowables,” are hazardous, perishable, or irreplaceable and therefore are not safe for any moving company to handle. The list that follows will give you a general outline of the items our moving company considers non allowable.

Hazardous Materials:

  • Acids
  • Aerosols
  • Ammunition
  • Batteries
  • Charcoal
  • Fertilizer
  • Fireworks
  • Gasoline
  • Loaded guns
  • Nail polish
  • Paint thinner
  • Paints
  • Pesticides
  • Poisons
  • Pool chemicals
  • Propane tanks
  • Scuba tanks
  • Weed killer

Perishable Items:

  • Frozen and refrigerated food
  • Plants
  • Produce
  • Opened containers of food

*Our moving company may move perishables if they are properly packed, will travel less than 150 miles, and will be delivered within 24 hours of pickup.

Irreplaceable Items:

  • Address books
  • Airline tickets
  • Cash
  • CDs, computer discs, and video tapes
  • Cell phones
  • Checkbooks
  • Financial documents
  • Insurance policies
  • IRA, deed, stock, bond, and tax records
  • Jewelry
  • Laptop computers
  • Medical and dental records
  • Medicine
  • Pagers
  • Photo albums
  • School records

If you have any questions about moving non-allowables, the personal relocation coordinator we assign you will gladly provide the expert advice you’re looking for. Whether you’re moving just down the street, across state lines, or overseas, we understand you may have many questions about your upcoming move, and you can rest assured that we’re always here to guide you every step of the way. Our expertise, dedication to providing outstanding service, and comprehensive array of services have helped our moving company earn and maintain a ProMover designation from the American Moving and Storage Association, A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, and the Milton M. Hill Quality Award from Atlas Van Lines.

Contact us today for more information. Our moving company proudly serves communities throughout the United States, including Phoenix, Chicago, Atlanta, and Houston.