How to Book
my Move
Get more control over your move abroad.
Moving to another country can be a daunting process. Sandhill Relocation is the moving partner that solves your relocation needs through a single one-stop shop. Don’t know where to begin? We guide you through this unique experience from point A to Z.
How to Book
my Move
Get more control over your move abroad.
Moving to another country can be a daunting process. Sandhill Relocation is the moving partner that solves your relocation needs through a single one-stop shop. Don’t know where to begin? We guide you through this unique experience from point A to Z.
1
Select the size of your move
If booking an appointment online, select the listing that best resembles the size of your move. We will schedule an appointment to perform a virtual or in-person survey of your home to obtain a detailed list of the items that we will be moving.
2
Get a free quote
An accurate moving quote considers several factors such as size and weight of items, moving distance, special packing needs, valuation coverage, etc. Sandhill will help you determine the answers to accurately estimate moving expenses and reduce moving costs.
3
Book your move
Once you confirm your quote, we can schedule the date of your move and all of your upcoming relocation details. We ensure that your relocation is a complete success from packing to delivery.
They were fantastic and helped to make this transition go smoothly. From booking to enjoying our first cup of coffee at our new home overseas, Sandhill overdelivered. Can’t thank the team enough!
As soon as we started the process, we were informed of everything there was to know about moving to our destination. Top of the line moving partners and right on budget.
Samantha Phillips, Uruguay
They were fantastic and helped to make this transition go smoothly. From booking to enjoying our first cup of coffee at our new home overseas, Sandhill overdelivered. Can’t thank the team enough!
As soon as we started the process, we were informed of everything there was to know about moving to our destination. Top of the line moving partners and right on budget.
Samantha Phillips, Uruguay
What do you get?
Our move leader was very polite and courteous. She delivered timely information and was very professional. I would absolutely recommend Sandhill to my friends.
Looking back, I had so many questions about customs, insurance, time expectations – Sandhill not only guided us through the process of receiving and understanding information but through the milestones of the move.
Tim Daugherty, Miami Beach
Our move leader was very polite and courteous. She delivered timely information and was very professional. I would absolutely recommend Sandhill to my friends.
Looking back, I had so many questions about customs, insurance, time expectations – Sandhill not only guided us through the process of receiving and understanding information but through the milestones of the move.
Tim Daugherty, Miami Beach
Frequently asked questions
Why should I use Sandhill?
Forget about searching on the internet, filling out multiple request forms, and talking to multiple movers to get moving quotes. Booking your move on Sandhill is easy and saves you time and money! You can book your move at any time, even in your PJs.
If you book your move on Sandhill, your mover must adhere to the Sandhill Service Standards, so rest assured that your move will be handled with care and respect.
Your friends, The Sandhill Team, will always be here for you to guide you along the way before, during, and after your move.
What is a Sandhill Move Advisor (SMA)?
Once you select your move size and create an account with Sandhill, your move advisor will be the person that performs the virtual survey of your home, which is the step before receiving your quotes.
Your SMA makes sure that once you decide to book your move, the process flows smoothly with our moving partners and that Sandhill’s Service Guarantee is fulfilled every step of the journey.
How much time do I have to wait to get my quotes?
We pride ourselves in providing you with the most competitive quotes for your international move. This process will take us approximately 72 hours after the day of your virtual survey.
What is included in the cost?
- Origin Services (Materials, Packing, Transportation, Storage*)
- Freight
- Insurance
- Destination Port Fees
- Customs Clearance
- Destination Services (Unpacking, Transportation, Storage*)
- Debris removal (this refers to materials used to wrap and protect the cargo, such as boxes, bubble wrap, duct tape and so on)
*If needed
Are there any other potential costs associated to the international move?
Due to the nature of international moving, unexpected additional costs may incur. Sandhill will keep you posted and present to you the invoices if any of these is the case:
- Customs inspection:
Once your belongings have arrived at their destination port, it is quite possible they will be inspected by customs, at various costs. In the event of a customs audit, the bill will be paid and then and rolled over to you. - Note that boxes packed by the owner are almost sure to be audited, leading to higher costs and time delays.
- Custom Fees (Duties)
- Charges for Difficult Access
- Demurrage:
A basic storage fee charged by the port for each day your inventory is stored there. Usually the charges start within a few days of the container’s arrival. The cost varies between different ports and countries. - Charges to Transport Unusually Heavy or Bulky Items
- Charges for Customs Inspection or Quarantine
- Charges Associated with Force Majeure
- Parking Permit:
Depending on your city of destination you might need to get a parking permit for the truck and reserve a parking space for it. - Long Carry, Wait Time fees:
These are additional charges that stem from conditions at your new address. A long distance from the truck’s parking space to your door or a time period your movers need to wait until they can begin or resume their work are likely to result in additional fees and charges. - Outside elevator
- Some building elevators cannot accommodate larger pieces of furniture. In these cases an external elevator will be used, at an additional cost.
These costs are not always incurred, however it is our duty to inform you about these details so that you know what to expect.
