No matter whether you are sending large items overseas as gifts to relatives, or sending some small item across the country, when choosing a transport company it’s important to do a little research so you can find the right one for the job. Otherwise, it will waste your time and theirs and your sending your goods may be delayed while waiting for the freight company to get back to you.

Here are 7 tips on transporting your goods safely

• Safety is paramount for your goods so find out how they will be packed and transported. In some cases a container may be used and you will most likely have to share one with other people, unless you have a lot of goods to send all at once. Safety also includes the condition of the trucks. If their trucks are not well maintained and end up crashing, your goods could be smashed to pieces.