All Moving Tips and Guides
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Moving & mildew - A primer & frequently asked questions FAQ
By Ronald V. Claussen - Storage Specialist, MTMC - Mr. Ronald V. Claussen, a storage specialist at MTMC (Military Traffic Management Command), wrote an article about MILDEW, that was first published in Translog Magazine. Translog is a monthly publication by the Military Traffic Management Command.…
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Climatic change & its effect on wooden furniture
By Ken Gallacher, Specialized Repair Company - American Moving & Storage Association - While seated on the witness stand in court, a judge once asked me, "How can you tell if damage to furniture is transit related or not?" Even though the judge was satisfied with my lengthy reply, have never…Read this entire article...Understanding Loss & Damage Claims • 3,176 views • 0 comments
Understanding van line and agent movers split liability when storing your household goods
By Christopher Noblit
"SPLIT LIABILITY" - THE BAD NEWS
When a local moving company/agent visits your home to provide you with a moving estimate, and you advise the agent's representative that you are want to place you goods into storage, you need to understand (because it is most likely that you…Read this entire article...Understanding Loss & Damage Claims • 1,684 views • 0 comments
Understanding inherent vice and moving company damage claims
"Inherent vice" is a term which every mover -- and every moving customer -- should understand when considering claims for loss or damage.
The term "inherent vice" is a legal tenet referring to a hidden defect (or the very nature) of an article which of itself is the cause of (or…Read this entire article...Understanding Loss & Damage Claims • 2,466 views • 0 comments
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