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RV Shipping Nationwide: What to know when shipping an RV?

Naturally, when you need RV transportation shipping, it is not something that just anyone can tackle. So when you need to ship your RV, call Veterans Transport Brokerage. As our name suggests, we ship RVs throughout the great nation.

If you love your RV, you’re one of around forty million Americans who make use of them. We also understand that it’s difficult for you to ship your home away from home. You’re probably quite attached to it, and that makes it all the more stressful. Thankfully, there are shipping brokers like Veterans Transport Brokerage who work with trustworthy, reliable shippers to make sure that your recreational vehicle arrives at its destination in perfect condition. From horse trailers with gooseneck hitches to fifth-wheel hitches on a travel trailer, or a travel trailer with a bumper pull hitch, we can take care of it for you.

It doesn’t matter why you need to ship your recreational vehicle:

  • Moving to a new home out of state?
  • Selling your RV?
  • Buying a new RV?
  • Need to send your RV to a specialized repair shop?
  • Need to ship your RV down south for the winter or up north during summer?
  • Need to ship a boat, horse trailer or fifth wheel?
  • Need international RV shipping for a relocation and can an RV fit in a shipping container?

Another good use for RV shipping services is when you go on vacation. So you want to save on accommodation costs while you tour through a different part of the country, but don’t want to travel for days to reach your destination and take the same route back? No problem!

Let us ship your RV to your destination while you fly there, cutting down your travel time and increasing your vacation time by at least a day or two. That’s what Veterans Transport Brokerage is all about – making life faster, easier and better for you.

At Veterans Transport Brokerage, we do the heavy lifting when it comes to shipping an RV so you can do what’s important in your life.

 

Are you a snowbird in need of an RV shipping company? Let Veterans Transport Brokerage ship your RV to the south for the winter and back north at the end of your vacation. In addition to RV shipping, we offer:

  • heavy equipment shipping
  • industrial equipment movement
  • tractor trailer shipping
  • cab chassis
  • semi travel trailers
  • recreational vehicles
  • buses
  • boats
  • yachts and sailboats
  • construction equipment
  • fifth wheels
  • mobile homes

What’s the cost of shipping an RV within the US?

As the leading experts in oversize or odd-size hauls, our carriers have experience in shipping heavy equipment, tractor trailers, industrial equipment, cab chassis, semi travel trailers, mobile homes, motorhomes, fifth wheels, yachts, boats, construction equipment, boats, buses and much more. We provide excellent customer service and are committed to delivering top-tier RV shipping services. As long as your vehicle has an engine and wheels, we can can transport it. And we’ll how you how to save on mobile home movers costs whether you’re shipping an RV from Florida to Washington or between any other US continental locations.

Where to Find a Recreation Vehicle Transport Company

When you need recreational vehicle transport, you can look up companies using the following methods:

  • Use local search in your search engine to find RV shippers near you.
  • Post your request for RV shipping on a transporters bidding site and let companies bid on the project.
  • Get hold of an RV shipping broker that works with professionally vetted carriers that employ licensed and bonded drivers and are registered by the Department of Transport and have FMCSA authorization, as well as:
  • A DOT Number
  • $750,000+ in liability insurance against bodily injury and property damage
  • Authorization from FMCSA to transport RVs, which means the following items must be checked:
  • Operation Classification: Auth. For Hire
  • Cargo Carried: Motor Vehicle

RV Shipping: Why VTB?

Veterans Transport Brokerage is a Better Business Bureau accredited RV shipping transportation broker that works closely with a large network of reliable carriers. We only with with carriers that have impeccable records and are:

With years of experience in the industry, Veterans Transport Brokerage knows the ins and outs of the industry. We are experts at providing accurate quotes based on:

  • RV types and models.
  • The size and dimensions of the RV
  • Distance from collection and delivery points.
  • Fuel price fluctuations.
  • Road restrictions.
  • Road and weather conditions.

How to Book RV Shipping Services

Finding the perfect recreational vehicle transporter that you can trust with your RV can be tricky, and that’s why it is so important to do due diligence to find a company that has your best interest at heart.

The process of RV shipping services starts with you requesting an RV shipping quote. Simply visit our free auto shipping quote calculator to get an estimate. Make your booking following the process laid out in the email we will send you, and we will find you the right carrier for your specific needs.

Preparing your recreational vehicle for RV Transport

Can I have stuff in my RV when shipping to Texas or anywhere else? When shipping your recreational vehicle, you can leave personal items in the rig. However, as with any other type of auto shipping, it is never a good idea to leave valuables in the RV. Expensive electronics or items with sentimental value can attract criminals to your vehicle and that will not be covered by insurance. Only the actual vehicle is covered. However, if you want to ship a small amount of personal items, such as bedding or other light, bulky items that are not of high monetary value, you can arrange this with your shipper.

When you make use of auto shippers, the company asks for the make and model of your vehicle in order to establish your vehicle’s GVWR. By law, auto shipping carriers must abide by strict weight regulations and therefore, they calculate the weight of vehicles that will be on the carrier. Some auto shipping companies allow you to transport up to 100 pounds of personal belongings in your car free of charge. However, it is important to follow the guidelines and to consider the risks involved.

Note that the weight of your RV will be checked when it goes through a weigh bridge. It your RV is overweight, additional fees will be applicable based on the fines the company received and additional admin fees. You can learn more about shipping personal items with your RV here.

Additionally, you can prepare your RV by following similar methods to winterizing your recreational vehicle as follows:

  • Clean the RV inside and outside. This makes it easier for you and the carrier to see any damages or issues that might affect the shipping process. Once clean, you should take photos of the RV from all angles, also noting any pre-existing damages.
  • Turn off all appliances and electronics and pack any loose items away. You can lock them in storage compartments, but ideally, remove them.
  • Secure, remove or store any loose items so that they don’t fall around or cause issues during shipping.
  • Shut all windows and close window coverings to prevent dust, rain, road debris or criminals from getting into the recreational vehicle.
  • Lock any slide-outs to keep them securely inside their compartments. Also latch or lock cargo doors, chains and pop-ups
  • Empty holding tanks, as their contents will contribute to the weight of your recreational vehicle, which would increase the shipping costs.
  • Check for any leaks and have them repaired before you ship your RV.
  • Inspect batteries and spare batteries to avoid any hassles with loading, offloading and collecting your RV from the shipping destination.
  • Check all indicator lights to ensure they are in good working order.
  • Check all tires as well as spares for inflation and wear.
  • Secure the hitch and tow bar after finding out how the company will be shipping your RV.

Our logistics experts are highly skilled at choosing trailers that meet Department of Transportation height restrictions based on the information you supply us in your RV shipping quote request.

What to expect when your RV is collected

When it comes to shipping your RV door-to-door, please remember that it will be loaded onto a big trailer. Big trucks are often restricted from entering certain areas. Consider cross wires and low hanging trees which are prevalent in some rural areas when choosing your collection and delivery addresses. In such cases, you should choose a bigger, public area to meet the carrier.

At the time of collection, your carrier will expect you to:

  • hand over a complete set of spare keys
  • perform a final inspection of your RV
  • sign a Bill of Lading
  • provide any special instructions

Shipping a 6500 lb RV What is the Cost?

What is the cost of shipping an RV from Newark New Jersey to San Diego California? Well, that will depend on the auto transport company you choose, the shipping weight of the vehicle, it’s condition (does it run?), the seasonality—supply and demand. The first step to shipping your RV is to get an RV shipping quote.

Our RV shipping calculator will ask for the dimensions of your RV as well as your collection and delivery addresses, as well as the dates. Bear in mind:

  • RV shipping from east to west across the country can take up to 12 days.
  • RV shipments on north and south routes usually take up to 8 days.
  • Ensure you obtain a spot to ship your RV as close to the dates required as possible, please confirm your booking at least a week in advance.

Once you that your exact RV shipping cost, and you have confirmed your booking, prepare your RV by removing or securing any loose items, and storing your propane gas bottles and antennas away from the unit.

Your carrier will contact you to firm up dates and times and RV shipping rates for your relocation shipping, and perform an inspection prior to loading it onto the trailer. Likewise, the carrier will call to firm up delivery times and locations.

Ready to make your RV shipping booking?