Types of Additional Charges (Accessorial Fees)
Below you’ll find a list of additional charge types that may result in a dispute, and instructions on how to avoid these charges.
Inside Pickup/Delivery
Inside Service refers to any time the driver must maneuver the freight across a threshold via pallet jack, as opposed to simply dropping the freight at the rear of the truck.
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Carriers often verify the information on your BOL by weighing, measuring, or re-classing a shipment after it’s picked up.
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Notification calls prior to pickup or delivery are often considered an additional service, and carriers will charge extra for them.
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A liftgate fee is charged when a carrier is required to use mechanical loading or unloading devices, including hydraulic or electric lifting or lowering devices.
Learn MoreResidential or Limited Access Location
A limited access or a residential fee for your pickup/delivery location, is due to the additional services needed to complete your shipment.
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