Insurance Claims: Are Moving Blankets Necessary?
The move itself presumes you have somewhere to go - and that the somewhere is ready (and well suited) to receive you once you get there.
It requires tremendous amounts of patience and fortitude to comb through the detritus of our lives.
Each item with in the junk drawer or hall closet must be looked at.
You have to determine what goes, what stays, and which box the odd-shaped thing you don't recognize goes.
Better have moving boxes, trash cans and paper towels handy.
While your mind is on moving supplies, you may want to get in touch with your moving company about their policy on moving blankets.
Beyond the fact that moving blankets are typically highly recommended due to the superb protection they provide to your furniture, some companies even require that certain furnishings like kitchen tables, china buffets, tables and flat screen televisions be covered in order for the item to qualify for reimbursement in the event an accident happens.
Certainly an important point in the policy to note, yes? The company may require proof such as a photograph or short video, and they may insist that the homeowner not handle the item at all, only the crew.
Presumably this reduces false claims and posed accidents.
If for some reason you end up having to lodge a complaint, I recommend you approach the moving company with as much composure as you can muster.
The old edict "you draw more bees with honey than vinegar.
" is true, and in order to get the most out of your claim - in the least amount of time - it's worth it to keep a cool head.
If you're moving, then you're probably signing a lot of forms: mortgage loan or title, cable subscription or phone services.
Just don't forget to really read your mover's contract about moving blankets before you sign.