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Old Feb 17th 2006, 8:40 am
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hi guys, does anyone know of a company that offers shipping insurance?
I have looked on the net but most companies i have come across seem to charge you a minimum £300 - £400 plus a £400 excess plus the £300 we have already paid to have them shipped!
Considering its a couple of boxes of personal belongings that is probably worth no more than £1500 it doesnt seem viable to me!
any ideas guys??
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Old Feb 17th 2006, 9:25 am
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hi guys, does anyone know of a company that offers shipping insurance?
I have looked on the net but most companies i have come across seem to charge you a minimum £300 - £400 plus a £400 excess plus the £300 we have already paid to have them shipped!
Considering its a couple of boxes of personal belongings that is probably worth no more than £1500 it doesnt seem viable to me!
any ideas guys??
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We got a quote from Letton Percival who are only quoting 1.54% instead of the HUGE 3% or 4% of the shippers!
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Old Feb 17th 2006, 10:09 am
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The laws on selling insurance changed in January 2005; that's why many freight companies (ourselves included!) don't offer it anymore. It's just too expensive to register with the Financial Services Authority if it's not your core activity !

Anyway, try Alec Finch & Co on 01422-323713

Thanks
Mike.
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Old Feb 17th 2006, 10:16 am
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cheers guys!
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Old Feb 17th 2006, 10:21 am
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hi guys, does anyone know of a company that offers shipping insurance?
I have looked on the net but most companies i have come across seem to charge you a minimum £300 - £400 plus a £400 excess plus the £300 we have already paid to have them shipped!
Considering its a couple of boxes of personal belongings that is probably worth no more than £1500 it doesnt seem viable to me!
any ideas guys??
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I used www.lettonpercival.co.uk really helpful over the phone too...
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Old Feb 17th 2006, 10:22 am
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just phoned them £30!!! he he i am buzzing so to speak!!
thanks guys you are stars!
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