Friendswood, TX Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Friendswood, TX is simple. First, remove all personal items from inside your car, including toll tags, GPS devices, and any loose objects. These items aren’t covered by insurance during transit.

Next, clean your vehicle inside and out so you can easily spot any damage during inspection. Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup.

Make sure your gas tank is no more than 1/4 full to reduce weight and meet safety rules. Check that your battery is secure and your tires are properly inflated.

Finally, remove or secure any loose parts like spoilers, antennas, or bike racks that could get damaged. Have a spare key ready for the driver.

For a complete checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure your car arrives safely at its destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured when shipping from Friendswood, TX. At Sherpa Auto Transport, we require all our carriers to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including:

• $1,000,000 minimum liability insurance
• $100,000 minimum cargo insurance

Before your Friendswood vehicle shipment begins, we verify that your assigned carrier’s insurance is current and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy for extra protection.

This means your car is covered from pickup in Friendswood through delivery at your destination. Our insurance requirements exceed industry standards to give you peace of mind during transport.

For car shipping from Friendswood, TX, we recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More options: You’ll have access to more available carriers
• Flexible scheduling: You can choose pickup times that work best for you

If you need last-minute service, we can often accommodate rush shipments within 3-7 days, though this may come with higher costs. Peak moving seasons (summer months and holidays) require even more advance notice.

Pro tip: Book as soon as you know your moving date. You can always adjust details later, but securing your spot early ensures smoother car transport from Friendswood.

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 transport is the most common and budget-friendly option. Your car rides on an open trailer, exposed to weather and road debris. It’s safe for most vehicles and costs significantly less.

Enclosed transport protects your car inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and road debris. This premium service costs 40-60% more than open transport but is ideal for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom paint jobs.

For most Friendswood residents shipping standard vehicles, open transport works perfectly. Choose enclosed transport if you’re moving a high-value car or want maximum protection. See our complete open vs enclosed guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service for Friendswood, TX residents. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or office and deliver it directly to your new address.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our professional carriers will handle the rest. In most cases, we can access residential streets in Friendswood without any issues.

However, some locations may have restrictions like:

• Low-hanging branches or power lines
• Narrow streets that can’t fit large transport trucks
• HOA restrictions on commercial vehicles

If your exact address isn’t accessible, don’t worry. Our carrier will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station. This is still considered door-to-door service since we bring your car as close as safely possible.

This convenient service saves you time and eliminates the need to drive to a terminal. It’s especially helpful when moving to or from Friendswood’s residential neighborhoods.

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!