Hellertown Car Shipping Company, PA

Safe And Reliable Auto Transport Services With A-1 Auto Transport

Hellertown is a small borough in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. With affordable housing, a beautiful downtown area, and most events focused on family, Hellertown is generally community-focused and family-friendly.

Selecting a transport company is the most crucial step in auto-shipping. Auto carrier companies differ in many aspects, including price range, auto transport method, location, and delivery services. It's a big mistake to pick a random auto transport company that pops up on your browser. You have to spare your time to research the transport company. Remember, you will give them the responsibility of one of your most expensive items for many days.

Hellertown Auto Transport Pricing & Time To Ship Your Car Examples

*Prices and times for Pennsylvania auto shipping are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and what type of vehicle you are shipping.

Four Common Problems in Auto Shipping

Like any other industry, the auto shipping industry has unique challenges; having prior knowledge of them as a customer is essential to avoid them. We have highlighted four common challenges in auto shipping with their solutions.

Last-Minute Booking

Sometimes you have no option but to schedule a last-minute shipment. For example, a new job opportunity has popped up in a different city, and you must relocate as quickly as possible. Last minute booking is possible but comes with a fair share of problems.

Ordinarily, a transport company requires up to seven days to arrange a carrier truck to pick up your vehicle. The period is referred to as the dispatch window in the transportation industry. Any experienced auto transport company will tell you it's challenging to assemble the right number of vehicles moving in the same direction. So, with a limited timeframe, they might not find a carrier truck that suits your needs.

This is not to say same-day or next-day pickups are not possible. Established carrier companies have fleets of trucks and sometimes work with competing companies to meet customers' needs. Finding a carrier in a city is more accessible than in rural or less popular areas because fewer carriers ship to less popular routes. For instance, finding a carrier company to move your car from New York to Miami is easier than finding one to ship from Quakertown to Pittston.

It's best to book a slot with a transport company once you know your travel plans. In this case, one or two months in advance will give the transport company sufficient time to arrange your shipment. That way, you will have enough time to compare the available auto transport companies and choose the best that suits your needs.

Misinforming the Transport Company

One of the first things you will be required to do when shipping a car is to request a quote. Here, you will provide details about your vehicle. Most auto shipping quotes ask for the location and destination of the vehicle, vehicle type, preferred auto carrier option, preferred delivery service and contact information.

The problem of giving wrong information about the automobile is expected in the auto shipping industry. Sometimes the mistake is honest, but in most cases, customers do it to get a lower quote. For example, the customer could backtrack the year of manufacture or fail to state the vehicle's exact condition.

Falsely presenting your vehicle could lead to multiple problems. Say you did not provide accurate information about the condition of your car, and it fails to start during loading or unloading. The transport company will be forced to use a winch which may not be readily available. This will cause delays or invite unnecessary charges.

Not Making Yourself or Your Vehicle Available In Time

You have to make sure everything goes right during pickup and delivery. For starters, be available on the pickup and delivery date. And if you're not available, you can designate someone to do it on your behalf, but you should inform the transport company in advance.

Also, ensure the vehicle you indicated on the quote is the same one to be transported and should be available on the agreed date and location. You will receive a notification via phone or mail one or two days before the pickup or delivery date.

Another issue is when you order a car online and assign a car transport company to ship it but fail to complete the payment for the vehicle in time. If you fail to complete the payment in time, it's essential to inform the transport company in advance so they can reschedule the shipment.

Not Inspecting Your Vehicle During Pickup or Delivery

Always inspect your vehicle at the pickup and delivery points and indicate its condition on the Bill of Lading. The document will act as proof if your car is damaged during shipping. It is also a receipt to show you received your car in good condition.

The transport company is responsible for any damages to your vehicle during shipping. Sometimes the quote includes the insurance cost, but in some cases, you have to pay an extra to carter for the insurance. The most important thing is to ensure the carrier company's insurance policy is clear.

If you sign the Bill of Lading without inspecting your vehicle, you risk taking responsibility for damages that occurred to your car during shipping. Remember, you cannot claim compensation after driving away.

Professional Hellertown Car Transport With A-1 Auto Transport

A-1 Auto Transport has worked diligently for over three decades to provide customers with the most straightforward, affordable shipping services. Our record speaks for itself; millions of cars shipped, millions of satisfied customers with only five-star reviews and a top rating in most consumer review platforms. Shipping your car with us is shipping with the best.

Fill out our free quote form and let your car be moved to Hellertown with professionals with over 20 years of experience.

Neighborhood Areas We Serve

Our vehicle transport services are proud to help with your move in any of the neighborhoods you see below. And if you don't see your neighborhood listed here, don't worry because we can most likely service it.

Includes ZIP codes:

18055