Use a written agreement that identifies every service, inventory category, access condition, packing standard, pickup and delivery window, payment, storage, insurance or liability term, damage procedure and customs responsibility. Do not rely only on a chat quotation.
What should the scope include?
- packing and materials;
- disassembly and reassembly;
- vehicle and crew;
- stairs, lifts and long carries;
- storage or cross-border services.
How should the inventory be recorded?
- room-by-room list;
- high-value items;
- fragile items;
- excluded items;
- pre-existing damage.
High-value items should also be checked against your own contents insurance, any interim self-storage plan should be agreed in writing, and international moves should confirm requirements in shipping household goods to Thailand.
What should the claim process state?
Define notice deadlines, evidence, valuation, repair or replacement options, exclusions and who handles insurer communication.
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Sign the full moving scope first.
Keep the inventory, photographs and delivery record together.
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Is a quotation enough?
No. Use a written agreement covering scope, inventory, exclusions, timing, payment, damage and claims.
Should valuables be listed separately?
Yes. Identify excluded, owner-carried and specially handled items before packing.
What if the move crosses a border?
Confirm customs, prohibited-item, duty and document responsibilities in writing.
Sources & References
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