How to insure shipping large speakers?


I am struggling trying to find an insurer for shipping a pair of 200lbs. each speakers from Milwaukee to Baltimore. Surely many of us here have done this. It is a private transaction, although if there is no other way, we could make it a business (church) to business (hospice) deal.

We can find a shipper o.k., just not insurers (well, one wanted a 3rd party to crate the boxes, but geez, these are Von Scweikerts that come in a plywood coffin for shipping from the factory!)

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Everyone have a wonderful Holiday!

Mike
kartracer

Showing 1 response by ckorody

Would seem that you would want to/have to palletize the boxes. And perhaps pay a premium for a forklift to deliver it to a non business/non loading dock address.

Here is an idea I have yet to find any mention of. See if your home owners insurance will cover it or provide a declared value rider. Might preface the conversation on the lines of fire, theft and property damage then ask about coverage in transit.

I am surprised that for all the times the misery of shipping comes up in our Forums, I have never seen a post about how people ensure their systems in their home for replacement value.