What Items Will a Moving Company Not Move?
When you hire a moving company to help you relocate, you will most likely receive a list of items that cannot be professionally transported, or “non-allowable” items. This can include anything from dangerous materials to perishable or sentimental goods. This article delves further into these restricted items, helping you prepare for your moving team.
Dangerous or Hazardous Materials
As a rule of thumb, hazardous materials are usually labeled as items that have the potential to become corrosive, flammable, or explosive under certain conditions. These items can include, but are not limited to:
- Fertilizer
- Weed killer
- Nail polish
- Charcoal
- Ammunition
- Matches
- Darkroom chemicals
Perishable Goods
Perishable goods are also considered non-allowable items, especially for long-distance moves. Anything that has a limited lifespan can be labeled as such, including:
- Indoor and outdoor plants
- Frozen food
- Opened food products
- Produce
- Refrigerated food
Sentimental Belongings & Important Documents
While sentimental items aren’t dangerous or life-threatening, moving companies often prefer not to transport them for potential liability reasons that could occur during transit. Additionally, personal items and important documents should be transported on your person, as those items are difficult to replace if lost. Items of this sort include:
- Medicine
- Financial documents
- Address books
- IRAs, tax records, and deeds
- Laptops
- Jewelry
- CDs and DVDs
If you haven’t hired a full-service moving company yet, contact the experts at Atlantic Relocation Systems. We’ve been leaders in the professional relocation industry for decades and have the qualified teams and processes in place to ensure you enjoy an efficient move.
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