Getting a courier quote can be a daunting prospect to someone who hasn’t done it before. However, it doesn’t have to be this way. Whether you’re looking for local couriers across Staffordshire and Cheshire or nationwide delivery, we can help. In our latest blog post, we’ll be exploring everything that you need to consider before asking couriers for a quote. What Vehicle Do I Need? One of the most important things to get right the first time is the vehicle required. Getting this wrong could be a costly error, in terms of time and money. Wondering what there is to choose from? Here at Compass Couriers, we realise that no two orders are the same and prepared ourselves for every eventuality. As a result, we built a fleet of couriers vehicles suitable for any challenge. Our vehicles range from fast motorcycle dispatch and rapid response vans all the way up to 7.5 tonne lorries. For more information on the type of vehicle that might be right for your consignment, check out our coverage page. A full list of our vehicles can be found below: MotorcycleSmall VanLarge Van (LWB Transit, 1.2t payload)7.5t Truck (payload up to 2.8t) All of our vehicles have also been fitted with the best GPS systems to provide accurate updates throughout their journeys. Do I Need a Same Day Courier? When you’re requesting a quote from our couriers, you will be asked which service you require. Here at Compass Couriers, we provide a number of different courier services to match the urgency of your delivery. These include the following: Same Day Courier (specialised service available for Staffordshire and Cheshire collections)Premier ServiceWait & ReturnMulti-drop Deliveries Same Day Couriers For those moments where tomorrow may be too late, contact our team for a courier quote on our same day delivery service. Our same day couriers are available on standby 24/7, ready to set off as soon as a quote has been agreed. Once the consignment has been collected, our team of experienced, expert couriers can guarantee same day delivery to anywhere in the country. We’ll go into more detail about local services in the next section, but thanks to our location in Staffordshire, you may also be able...
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Being based in Staffordshire, Compass Couriers is perfectly positioned to offer rapid nationwide courier services to all of mainland UK. No challenge is too big or too small for our couriers in Cheshire and Staffordshire. In our latest blog post, we’ll be discussing where our couriers can deliver to and how quickly they can do it. Same Day Courier Services Across Staffordshire and Cheshire Thanks to the location of our courier services in Staffordshire, we’re well positioned to specialise in nationwide same day delivery from either of these counties. Here at Compass Couriers, we’re well aware that on some occasions, tomorrow can be too late. In order to provide a service that caters for these moments, our substantial fleet of courier drivers are on standby 24/7 to ensure a rapid response time to your request. In fact, our courier services in Staffordshire and Cheshire can guarantee collection of your consignment in under one hour. Not only that, but we can then provide same day delivery to any part of the country. 24/7 Courier Services Nationwide Whilst we specialise in local services, we still offer nationwide delivery. In fact, although we may need a little more notice, for the most urgent jobs, we can guarantee same day delivery to anywhere in the UK. Our team of drivers are available 24/7, in a range of vehicles suitable for all consignment shapes and sizes. Thanks to the inclusion of main cities on our routes, we regularly pass through London, Birmingham, Manchester and Glasgow, helping our clients’ businesses run smoothly. As soon as a quote has been agreed, our fleet of experienced couriers will be quick off the mark to collect your package and deliver it to its destination. From fast motorcycle dispatch, to 7.5 tonne lorries, whatever you require, we can deliver. Got a less urgent task? Specify a collection time in the quote form and our couriers will be there as soon as you need them. Get a Quote From Our Couriers Today Whether you’re after a quote regarding couriers in Staffordshire and Cheshire or you’ve got a delivery that needs taking across the country, we can help. If you’re ready to make your booking, you can do so by filling...
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When looking for a quick delivery time on your consignment, you may have seen a courier service mentioned. However, if you haven’t encountered this before you may be wondering what a courier service is and what to expect. In our latest blog, we’re going to answer your questions and provide you with enough information to decide whether it can help you. What can a courier service do? The main purpose of a courier service is to transport an item from one company or individual to another. However, there are a variety of ways that the service can be provided. For example, here at Compass Couriers, we specialise in local services. This means that we can guarantee the collection of parcels across Staffordshire and Cheshire in under one hour. The following are examples of some of our other services: Safe transportation of secure documents and sensitive equipmentTransportation of small items through to several palletsService level agreements for contract-based work24-hour phone service available for immediate updates on your consignmentSame Day DeliveryPremier Service DeliveryWait and Return DeliveryMulti-Drop Deliveries More information on our services can be found on our website. How do Courier Services work? Each courier service can operate a little differently However, at Compass Couriers, upon your enquiry, you will be asked for your preferred delivery type, deadline, vehicle choice and some company details. From there, an advisor will get back to you with a quote. Once this has been agreed, a driver will be on their way to collect your package. Here at Compass Couriers, we keep our available drivers on standby to ensure the quickest collection and delivery times are met. Once the package has been collected, tracking information will be sent through updates using GPS technology. Further updates will also be available through contacting our 24-hour offices. Once the item has been delivered, signatures will be verified and you will receive confirmation of the delivery. What Vehicles Do Courier Services Have Available? Again, this can vary between the different courier services. However, here at Compass Couriers we’re committed to providing our clients with the very best service. Therefore, we have a large fleet of vehicles available for our clients to choose from. Which vehicle you choose may be...
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Whether you’re a business who needs to deliver a consignment or a consumer that needs urgent delivery, courier services could help you. However, if you haven’t used a courier service before, it can be a daunting prospect. Here at Compass Couriers, we’re dedicated to giving our clients the ultimate experience. That’s why in our latest blog, we’ll be discussing how to arrange a courier service. 24-Hour Courier Booking Here at Compass Couriers, we recognise the importance of deadlines and relish a challenge. We also understand that for many businesses, tomorrow can often be too late. This is why our office is manned 24/7, throughout the year. Quotes can be requested through our online booking form, or through speaking directly to a member of our team. Once a price has been agreed, that price will be how much you are charged. We don’t believe in hidden costs and so there will be no need to worry in advance of your delivery. Fast Parcel Collection Across Staffordshire and Cheshire Once the price has been agreed, one of our drivers will make their way to collect your consignment. During the quotation process, you will be asked which vehicle would best suit your load. For example, for smaller consignments you may want to use our express response motorbikes. However, larger loads could require anything up to our 7.5 tonne delivery trucks. All of our vehicles are constantly kept on standby in order to respond to any jobs as soon as possible. Compass Couriers operates nationwide, offering same day courier services from John O’Groats to Lands End. However, if you live across Staffordshire and Cheshire, we can go one better. Thanks to our location, we can offer guaranteed collection in less than an hour for clients in either county. Tracking your Parcel with Compass Couriers Once your parcel is on its way, we put our clients at ease with accurate and reliable tracking information. Our team invested in the best GPS technology available and applied it to each vehicle. As a result, you will receive regular updates on it’s progress throughout the delivery. If you would like any further information, our 24-hour support line is also always available to provide an update. Once your...
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Here at Compass Couriers, we understand how frustrating and unreliable tracking services can be. That’s why we’ve put measures in place that keep our customers updated at every step of their consignment’s journey. Find out more about our courier services’ tracking systems in our latest blog post. How To Track My Parcel? As soon as a quote has been agreed and your consignment has been collected by our drivers, you will be provided with consistent updates. In order to provide accurate, reliable information on the location of your delivery, our fleet of vehicles are fitted with the best GPS technology. If you would like any further updates, these are available through our 24-hour support line. Our experienced and expert team man the office 24/7 to ensure that there’s always someone there to provide you with an update. Once the delivery has reached its destination, signatures and delivery times will also be documented to put your mind at rest. Here at Compass Couriers, we pride ourselves on providing a secure, professionally-run, stress-free courier service, that’s flexible to the needs of its clients. As a result, we do everything that we can to make sure that you’re kept up to date with the delivery of your consignment every step of the way. Nationwide Same-Day Courier Services with Compass Couriers Every day, our fleet of delivery drivers deliver time-critical consignments to every corner of the country. From John O’Groats to Lands End, nowhere in the UK is too far. In order to ensure that your urgent delivery gets moving, our professional couriers are on standby 24/7. Main cities such as London, Birmingham, Manchester and Glasgow are all included in our routes, regardless of congestion charges. Our team also specialise in local services, guaranteeing collection within one hour across Cheshire and Staffordshire. For when tomorrow may be too late, our same day courier service can help you make your deadline. Our office is open 24/7 to take bookings and answer enquiries. If you’re aware of when your delivery will be ready to leave, we can make sure to be there to load it and get on our way. Other services also include our premier, wait and return and multi-drop delivery services. Book your...
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