Overflow Charge

Binding estimates lock in a price based on estimated weight. If the actual weight at origin pickup exceeds the binding estimate weight by more than 10%, the carrier may charge the difference at the published tariff rate. Common causes of overflow: customer added items after the estimate, customer underestimated content, estimator missed items during walk-through. Customers should verify the cube sheet matches actual contents and notify the carrier of any pre-move additions.

Overflow charges can add $200-2,000+ to a long-distance move depending on weight overage. Most are preventable: be honest with the estimator, walk every room (including garage, attic, storage), update the carrier if you add items pre-move. Reputable carriers proactively check for overflow at pickup and discuss before loading.

Muscleman Elite's cube sheet is verified at origin before loading begins. Any contents not on the original estimate are flagged and discussed with the customer before adding to the load. We do not surprise-charge overflow at delivery — discussions happen at origin.

How can I avoid overflow charges?

Be thorough at the estimate. Walk every room. Disclose specialty items. If you add items pre-move, notify the carrier. Reputable carriers discuss overflow at pickup, not surprise-charge at delivery.