Household Goods Move
How to fill out a household goods BOL.
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Overview
FMCSA regulates HHG moves; requires the published moving company tariff, valuation declaration (released vs full-value), and inventory list.
Key fields
- Tariff #
- valuation declaration
- inventory list
- binding/non-binding estimate reference
Common mistakes
Missing valuation election, no inventory list, vague description of items.
Household Goods Move — FAQs
- What's special about a household goods move BOL?
- FMCSA regulates HHG moves; requires the published moving company tariff, valuation declaration (released vs full-value), and inventory list.
- What fields must I include?
- Required fields for household goods move: Tariff #, valuation declaration, inventory list, binding/non-binding estimate reference.
- What are common mistakes?
- Missing valuation election, no inventory list, vague description of items.
- Is this BOL legally binding?
- Yes — under 49 USC §14706 (Carmack Amendment) and 49 CFR §373.101 the BOL governs interstate carrier liability and is enforceable as the contract of carriage.
- Can I file a claim using this BOL?
- Yes — exceptions noted on the consignee's signed copy (POD) form the basis for freight claims under Carmack.
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