Friendswood, TX Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Friendswood, TX is simple. Follow these key steps:

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll tags, and loose items. These aren’t covered by carrier insurance.

Check fluids and battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank) and the battery is charged so it can be loaded and unloaded.

Disable alarms: Turn off car alarms to avoid issues during transport.

Remove or secure accessories: Take off custom parts, spoilers, bike racks, or anything that could get damaged.

Note existing damage: Document scratches or dents with photos before pickup.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Proper preparation ensures a smooth pickup and delivery experience.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Friendswood, TX. At Sherpa Auto Transport, we require all carriers to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage to protect your vehicle throughout the shipping process.

Our Insurance Requirements:

• Minimum $1,000,000 in liability insurance
• Minimum $100,000 in cargo insurance

Before we assign your vehicle to a carrier, we verify that their insurance policy is valid and in good standing. We also ensure the coverage remains active for the entire duration of your shipment from Friendswood.

For added protection, all contracted carriers must add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This gives us direct oversight and ensures you have maximum protection.

Your peace of mind matters to us. If you have questions about insurance coverage for your specific vehicle or shipment, our team is happy to provide additional details.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Friendswood, TX at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best chance of securing your preferred dates and competitive rates.

Here’s why advance notice matters:

• Better carrier availability: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently and bundle your vehicle with others heading in the same direction
• More competitive pricing: Last-minute bookings often cost more due to limited options
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup window options to choose from

Need to ship sooner? We can often accommodate rush orders with 2-3 days notice, though expedited service may come with higher costs. Contact us as soon as you know your moving dates, and we’ll work to find the best solution for your timeline and budget.

No payment is due at the time of booking. We do require a payment method on file so that it is available to charge once a carrier is secured. We accept all major debit and credit cards, including Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express. The most convenient option is to pay for your shipment in full by credit card at the time a carrier is secured.

We also allow you to pay for your Initial Payment via credit or debit card and then pay the outstanding balance on delivery day via cash or a certified check made out to the carrier.

Your Sherpa shipment includes up to 100 lbs of personal items or household goods stored in the trunk area or secured below the window line. If you are shipping to or from a port or your shipment includes ocean transit, your vehicle must be emptied of all items. Sherpa and your assigned carrier cannot be responsible for personal items left inside the vehicle. See our Vehicle Shipping Tips for more details.

Yes. It is important that you, or another adult that you trust, is there for pickup and delivery of your vehicle. This designated person plays an important role in the shipping process including documenting the state of the vehicle and signing the Bill of Lading, which acts as a receipt of the vehicle’s condition.

Open auto transport uses open-air trailers that carry multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris, but this is how most vehicles are shipped—including new cars from dealerships. It’s safe, reliable, and costs less.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle inside a covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and road debris. This option costs 50-60% more than open transport but provides extra protection for high-value, classic, or luxury vehicles.

Most Friendswood residents choose open transport because it’s affordable and perfectly safe for everyday vehicles. Consider enclosed transport if you’re shipping a classic car, exotic vehicle, or have a custom paint job that needs extra care.

Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service to and from Friendswood, TX. This is our most popular option because it’s convenient and hassle-free.

Here’s how it works: When you book your shipment, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses in Friendswood. Our carrier will come directly to your home or business to load your vehicle and deliver it right to your destination.

In some cases, large car carriers may have difficulty accessing certain residential streets in Friendswood due to low-hanging trees, narrow roads, or tight turns. If this happens, don’t worry—your driver will contact you to arrange a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center parking lot or gas station. This is rare, but we always prioritize safety first.

Door-to-door service means you won’t need to drive to a terminal or drop-off location. We handle the logistics so you can focus on your move.

Many Auto Transport companies try to tease customers with lower rates, only to surprise you with “hidden costs” later. At Sherpa Auto Transport, we do things differently. We provide one locked-in price upfront and stick to it. If unexpected costs arise, we pay them out of our own pocket.

While we may not always be the cheapest option at first glance, our commitment to transparency and reliability offers exceptional value. As a premium service, we ensure an stress-free experience from start to finish.

We transport sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, vans and motorcycles across the nation, including service to Alaska and Hawaii. At this time, we do not service boats, golf carts, ATVs, or RVs. We can ship both operable and inoperable vehicles so long as the vehicle can roll, brake, and steer, and that you can provide the carrier with a key to the vehicle. We can also ship electric vehicles.

Visit Sherpa’s FAQ page to learn more about car shipping!