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TweetMoving to Alaska is a gigantic transition in a person’s life. Whether you are headed north to explore the great outdoors and seek adventure or are following the next move in your career path, somehow you have to get all of your stuff up there and start a new life. Boxing up your clothes and all of the knick knacks that you can’t live without usually is the stressful part of moving. Now you have to cross a few thousand miles either by land, air, or sea with all of your belongings and somehow arrive in one piece. Forget about hiring college students as your movers, Alaska is too far away. You will need a professional moving company to handle your possessions with care; the most important of which is your vehicle.
Moving to Alaska doesn’t mean you need to leave the car behind, but you do have to research a reputable Alaska auto shipping company to get the vehicle from point A to point B in one piece. Motorcycles should come along with the move too because summertime is beautiful for long weekend rides in Alaska. Auto and motorcycle shipping to Alaska requires a little research in advance to ensure you are getting the most bang for your buck while also guaranteeing the safety of what is probably your most prized possession in the move. Here are some things to look for when seeking out a shipping company.
Full Service: A smooth delivery of your car will include everything from start to finish. You can probably save a few dollars by delivering the car to the local shipping center but removing all hassle out of the equation by having the car picked up at your home will prevent extra headaches.
Insurance: Every shipping company should have proof of insurance that they can show you on request. Their insurance should cover any possible damage that may happen to your vehicle during the transport. It probably will never be an issue, but it is better to be safe than sorry and check for insurance far in advance of ever cutting a check.
Reviews: The Internet is one giant storage unit of information, some of which is probably related to the shipping companies you are considering. Do a few searches to find reviews of their services, check the BBB to make sure the company is in good standing with few complaints, and ask the company if they have some references in Alaska that you might be able to talk to. A little research tip up front will give you peace of mind throughout the entire process, something that is necessary for such a drastic life changing event as moving to Alaska.
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