PLANNING YOUR MOVE and TIPPING

PLANNING YOUR MOVE:

1. IT IS THE CUSTOMER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO RESERVE ELEVATORS WITH THE SUPERS AT BUILDINGS OF ORIGIN AND DESTINATION. (Supers do not want to hear from moving companies on this.) When you are arranging dates, please also ask about hours when moving is allowed, e.g. 9 am to 4 pm or 9 to 5. Some supers may tell you whether they are strict about these hours, or flexible.

2. Most buildings require certificates of insurance to be provided by the moving company. We will need the phone numbers of the managing agents or supers of both your present building and your destination, as certificates are tailored specifically to each building.

3. Please arrange that you or an authorized representative be present for the entire move.

4. If any of your furniture is unusually large, for example, 8' sofas, huge desks, bookcases, and armoires that don't disassemble, consult with your supers about whether they will fit on elevators or in stairways.

5. Arrange to have chandeliers, wall-mounted TVs and other electrical fixtures taken down by an electrician ahead of time, or ask us about arranging this.


TIPPING...When in Rome

A New York City tradition. As in restaurants, tipping is optional, but much appreciated if you are happy with the service. The amount is strictly up to you. Please feel free to call the office if you need guidelines (718 665 5000).

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Brownstone Brothers
Moving & Storage
Tel. 718-665-5000