Tip 2: Understand What Goes Into Price 

If the price is your only determining factor, then you are in for a big surprise. There are several factors involved in the price: weight, size, distance, labor, and other expenses.

 

Steer clear of the low ball offer, if the price is too good to be true, it probably is. Trying to save a few hundred bucks will cost you more headaches downline. 

 

Tip 3:  Advance Planning Helps Decrease Price 

What can you do to you help save on shipping costs? One of the best ways to shave costs is to plan in advance. The logistics of shipping vehicles locally, statewide or cross-country are challenging. You can prevent costly charges by planning your transport well in advance of your trip.

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Other ways you can decrease cost include:

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• Flexibility: If your schedule isn’t set in stone, ask your transport company if shipping on other days and times will give you better prices.

• Convenient Location: Remote locations can cost more money so consider meeting the driver at a location that is more convenient or has better access roads. 

• Weather Conditions: Try planning your relocation during seasons that will avoid the most impact of historical weather conditions such as rain, snow, hurricanes, fires or constructions. Being prepared for potential hazards will help you in the long run.

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Tip 4: Prepare Your RV for Shipment
 

Getting your RV ready for transport well in advance of pickup ensures your RV will arrive safe and sound.

 

A few examples of how to prepare your RV for shipping include:

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• Take care of any maintenance or service issues before you ship

• Disconnect all utilities such as electric, sewage and gas connections. 

• Remove valuable items from inside the cabins 

• Minimize all extra weight as possible to help decrease your transport fees

• Secure and tie down all items that can not be removed to prevent damage during transport

• Do all steps above in advance and do not wait until the last minute.