It can be quite overwhelming for a person to decide which kind of shipping and packing company to choose when transferring delicate, fragile and large items across long distances. You want to find the best company that you can trust completely to guarantee that your shipped items arrive efficiently, and in a safe way. There are several questions that come to mind when you are choosing a packaging company. Here are five questions, we at Navis Pack & Ship Toronto, feel you should ask when you are searching for the right packing company.
- Does your company provide international shipping, and how long will it take for a shipment to go overseas? If you wish to ship an item overseas, you will have to find a shipping company that is able to ship internationally. Shipping companies must obtain a license to ship internationally. If possible, make sure the company you choose has a license, and attain their license company name and number. However, if a company does offer international shipping, there are certain countries that they may not be able to ship too. To ship to your desired location, it is best to confirm with the company you choose.
- What kind of items does your company NOT ship? Unfortunately, some shipping companies have limitations regarding what they are unable to ship. Before shipping an item, it is important to do your research to find the appropriate shipping company that will be permitted to ship your items. At Navis Pack & Ship, we do not ship items such as ammunition, fireworks, plants, and hazardous materials (anything flammable or corrosive).
- What does the total price of shipping and packing include? It is important to know what you are actually paying for in your shipment. These days, many companies may add on extra unexpected fees during the process. Therefore, it is crucial to research what exactly you are paying for. The total price of shipping at Navis Pack & Ship Toronto includes: pickup of your items, the transport to the warehouse, packing of the items, transport and delivery of the items to the destination, and finally, considers the value of the items themselves.
- Can I track my shipment? Most companies allow users to track their shipments online. Navis Pack & Ship, for example, gives a web address and tracking number for each customer to follow their shipments. You will be able to see the date of which your items are shipped, and which location they are in. Estimated date of delivery or pick-up will most likely be provided, as well. The ability to see, and follow your shipments makes you feel more secure that your items will be safely delivered.
- What are the pickup and delivery options? There are several types of pickup and delivery options that a company will provide. You can choose the one that is best suited for you. For example, Navis Pack & Ship has several pickup and delivery options like: picking up your items at the nearest delivery terminal, picking up via a carrier, delivery inside your desired location (such as your home), and having an employee unpack the delivery for you in the desired location. Prices will vary depending on which kind of pickup and delivery service you choose.
Asking these questions before choosing a packaging company will help you choose a provider that is right for your needs. Have any more questions? Contact us at Navis Toronto.
