Unfortunately, shipping rates have risen in the last 6 months, more than we have ever seen in the past. We know multiple factors contribute to this, however the rising cost of fuel is a large part. We continue to negotiate rates as much as we can with our customers in mind.
Cost are determined by multiple factors:
- order contents (hazardous materials have to go ground services)
- order weight
- box dimensions
- zone you live in
Zoning has been a big contributor as the shipping companies have been rezoning locations and adding fees for more rural areas. Please note our system is generating rates for ground services. Ground services come with better, quicker, and insurable services. This allows us to have the piece of mind that your packages will be delivered in a timely manner and if they aren't we will be able to get the shipping companies to investigate the ware bouts of the package. If they can't answer these questions in most cases we are able to file a claim and get a replacement package sent out very quickly!