Frequently Asked Questions

The number of years a mover has been in business is usually a very good indicator of how good they are at keeping their promises. A reputable moving company will provide you with a free in-home estimate and will offer a variety of services, including pick up, delivery, packing and unpacking, crating, appliance servicing, and special handling.

You should schedule your move as soon as you have determined a firm date.

Moves are performed during any day of the week. However, moving during the last week/weekend of the summer months is typically the busiest.

Yes, we do provide complete packing services. On pack day, your packing crew will use professional packing materials such as clean, recyclable Kraft paper, micro foam, boxes, and specialized cartons to ensure your belongings are well protected.

Many factors affect the length of time it takes for a shipment to travel from origin to destination, including distance, the weight of the shipment, safety code regulations, customs, weather, road conditions, and/or ferry crossings. Please allow for extra time and be flexible when planning your move.

United Movers are equipped with completely secure and clean warehouses. Storage is at an additional charge.

Yes, we ship a variety of automobiles, trucks, boats and motors, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, trailers, campers, and personal watercraft.

We do offer moving guides and checklists. Copies of these can be obtained through your Moving Consultant. Browning Moving and Storage.

If you wish to pack your belongings yourself, you can purchase a variety of packing materials through your Moving Consultant.

The cost of your long-distance move (a move greater than 241 kilometers or 150 miles) is based on the weight of the items being moved and the distance they will be traveling. Your estimate will outline all services your move will include with their associated cost.

A local move (a move equal to or less than 241 kilometers or 150 miles) is priced on an hourly basis. The cost of your move is calculated by the amount of time it will take to pack, load and deliver your shipment and the amount of labor required. Travel time to and from your residence is also included.

Moving Consultants can guarantee their estimates when they have all of the necessary information to do so. For this reason, full disclosure is required. Please point out everything that needs to be moved and any items that you may be giving away and/or selling. Please inform your Moving Consultant of any access issues at the destination.

When you move with Browing Moving, all charges are disclosed to you at the time of your estimate consultation with a Moving Consultant. There are no hidden fees or extra charges.

An estimate consultation takes approximately one hour to complete. If your employer is to be billed for the move, make arrangements well in advance with both your company and your United Mover. Unless arrangements have already been made, your shipment will need to be paid before delivery can take place.

We offer many payment options, including cash, certified cheque, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, and bank draft or money order. Credit card payments must be made in advance of delivery. When moving with a container in our “You Move Yourself” program, payment is due when your container has been loaded and is ready to be transported to your destination.

Yes, you can increase the coverage on your shipment and ensure protection to the replacement value of your possessions with Replacement Value Protection (RVP).

One of the biggest advantages of containers is that they are the perfect option for storing your household goods. Container storage is possible on long-distance moves up to 90 days and is very cost-effective.

Your furniture will be wrapped in clean, quilted moving pads for extra protection. All upholstered items, such as sofas and chairs, will be wrapped in plastic for extra protection before the quilted pads are put on.

Yes. It is recommended that you pack only unbreakable items, such as linens and books. Remember, all owner packed items travel at the owner’s risk. Professional packing is the best way to safeguard against breakage.

For safe transportation, the contents of drawers, chests, dressers, trunks, etc., should be packed into cartons.

Browning Moving and Storage crews do not remove any items secured to your walls, including paintings, curtain rods, TV mounts, audio systems, and shelving. It is your responsibility to remove any fixed items for your packers.

For safe transportation, the contents within the filling cabinets should be packed into cartons.

Any items that are not packed into cartons will be wrapped in quilted furniture pads to ensure that they are protected.

All your floors will be protected with floor runners before loading or delivering your goods.

There are no minimum or maximum weight restrictions on what we will move.

Your plants can be moved. However, we do not accept liability for plants damaged by frost, poor packing, or adverse conditions. Plants are shipped at your own risk.

Regulations prevent moving companies, such as, Browning Moving and Storage, from transporting live animals on moving vans and none of the major bus lines accept pets except guide dogs. You will be limited to trains, planes, family cars, or companies specializing in moving pets.

Yes. As a matter of public safety, the government restricts the transportation of dangerous goods. Some dangerous goods may be included in your shipment under controlled conditions, while the law prohibits the transport of others. In either case, you must disclose to the Driver every item you intend to include with your shipment that poses a hazard. Some prohibited items include gasoline, propane tanks, oxygen tanks, fire extinguishers, ammunition, and some cleaning supplies.

If, for some reason, you need to re-schedule your move, please contact your United Moving Consultant as soon as possible to notify them of the change.

Most appliances and mechanical equipment need to be prepared by a licensed professional before being moved. Your Moving Consultant can make these arrangements for you. It is important to remember that appliances or mechanical equipment not serviced by a professional travel at the owner’s risk for internal damage. You are responsible for cleaning out the fridge and stove before servicing and ensuring all appliances are completely emptied.

Time should be confirmed one day before the load date by a UVL Team member.

It is recommended that you are present for all phases of the move. If you cannot be present during each step of the move you will need to sign off on who will responsible for overseeing each phase of the move.

Yes. A delivery spread is calculated based on the weight of your shipment and the distance traveled. Your Move Expert will work with you to arrange a suitable delivery date. If your delivery is delayed for a reason beyond the guaranteed date to you, United Van Lines will reimburse reasonable expenses for food and accommodations until we’ve delivered your shipment.

All items in your home will be inventoried on load day. Each item is numbered and a brief description of the condition of the item is listed on an inventory of articles shipped.

In the event your shipment can’t travel directly from origin to your new residence, Browning Moving and Storage can arrange to place your belongings into storage until you are ready to receive them. United Movers are equipped with completely secure and clean warehouses. Storage is at an additional charge.

Upon arrival at the destination, the Driver will provide you with an Inventory Listing called a Bingo Sheet. The crew will call out the item number as they bring an item into the house. It is your responsibility to check off the item on the Bingo Sheet to ensure everything is accounted for. Any loss or damage should be noted on the Driver’s copy of the Inventory Listing in the section called Exceptions on Delivery.

When your goods are delivered, they will be placed in the appropriate rooms of the home so that they are readily available for the owner’s use.

The Driver will be happy to show you around the truck before they begin loading it. However, due to insurance and liability issues you cannot ride in the cab of the truck from Browning Moving and Storage.

The packing crew will remove all the empty cartons and packing material debris from your residence before they leave.

Browing Moving takes every precaution to transport your belongings safely. If a claim does arise, you can file it electronically through our website. Alternatively, you can contact our office at 1.850.576.1231 to have the form emailed to you.