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A comprehensive guide to safe, easy pickups from online marketplaces. How to handle payments, timing, and transport.
Facebook Marketplace has become the go-to spot for furniture in the Pacific Northwest. But the logistics of pickup can kill a deal. Here is how to navigate the process smoothly.
Sellers want the item gone. Be responsive. If you can't pick it up yourself, let them know you are hiring a professional service. This often reassures them that the pickup will be punctual and hassle-free.
If you are hiring Z-HAUL to pick up an item, we recommend using a secure digital payment (Venmo/PayPal) with 'Purchase Protection' once we arrive and confirm the item exists. We can video call you from the driveway.
Photos can be deceiving. Ask the seller for exact dimensions *before* booking us. Ensure it fits through your door!
For smaller items, ask for a porch pickup. For heavy items like sofas, Z-HAUL crews are happy to go into the seller's home (with permission) to safely remove the item without damaging their walls.
Marketplace is great, but the hauling is hard. Let Z-HAUL make your next scroll-and-buy experience effortless.