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5 Common Freight Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make

December 14, 2018
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New Horizon Freight Solution have come across myriad crazy freight mistakes in our time, but it is the simple, common mistakes that really grind our gears. Sure, a bicycle wrapped in bubble wrap and taped to a surfboard is an interesting shipping disaster, but what is being done to correct the common, easily avoidable mistakes that shippers make all the time?

Today, we will show you 5 common freight mistakes and how you can avoid them, so that you receive a prompt, professional and reliable freight service.

1: Not Packaging Properly

Do not underestimate the importance of properly packaging your shipment before it is freighted. Without proper packaging, your goods can be damaged and even lost, and you may not be able to make a damage claim, due to your own mistakes!

To avoid this, we highly recommend consulting professionals who can help you pack your boxes and containers properly to ensure safety in transit. Cargo freight that arrives intact is useful and profitable, that which arrives broken up and missing pieces is not.

2: Not Taking Out Insurance

When it comes to shipping items across country or continent, you do not want to take chances. Any manner of harm could befall your shipment method, from inclement weather to theft to natural disasters. Freight insurance the risk these occurrences, particularly when it comes to road shipping accidents.

3: Not Measuring Packages

Now is not the time to make estimates and use guessing game abilities! Miscalculating the dimensions of your shipment, whether intentional or unintentional, can result in shipment issues and, undoubtedly, in financial penalties. Try to be as accurate as possible when measuring your shipment to avoid drama and unnecessary charges.

4: Assuming ETA is Totally Accurate

Unfortunately, freight is an often-unpredictable process with more variables than you can count. An estimated time of arrival (ETC) is a ballpark figure meant to guide your expectations, not cement them. If you require a shipment before a certain date, there are options available to help you, but barring that, the freight process is quite standardised and always subject to delays.

5: Signing Off Before Checking

Inspecting your shipment upon delivery is vital to the shipping process. You should thoroughly inspect your shipment before signing the receipt, as it becomes a signed and dated document once you write on it. Any concerns you have about suspected damage should be noted before signing, so that you and your service provider can try to cover damages and process your claim.

How to Avoid Common Freight Mistakes

It is best to work with an experience shipping professional such as New Horizon Freight Solution to negate the risk of careless freight mistakes. We offer a comprehensive service to our clients and promise a reliable and satisfying outcome for your freight needs. Contact us to discuss your requirements and how we can help you!

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