Katy, TX Car Shipping

Properly preparing your vehicle ensures a smooth shipping experience from Katy, TX. Follow these simple steps:

Remove Personal Items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and loose items from the interior. Carriers are not insured for personal property.

Clean Your Vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. This makes it easier to document any existing damage during the inspection.

Document Condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before shipping. Note any scratches, dents, or issues.

Check Fluids and Battery: Ensure your gas tank is about 1/4 full. Check that the battery is charged and there are no leaks.

Remove or Secure Accessories: Take off or secure any custom parts, antennas, spoilers, or bike racks that could be damaged during transport.

Disable Alarms: Turn off your car alarm to avoid issues during transit.

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

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Katy, TX. Every carrier in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment begins, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you extra protection and peace of mind.

Your vehicle is covered from pickup in Katy through delivery to your destination. If you’d like to review the carrier’s insurance certificate before transport, just ask—we’re happy to provide it.

We recommend scheduling your pickup from Katy, TX at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you the best rates and more carrier options.

Here’s why advance notice helps:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle multiple vehicles
• More flexibility: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from
• Peak season protection: Summer months and holidays book up quickly

Need faster service? We offer expedited shipping with pickups possible in as little as 24-48 hours, though this costs more. For standard shipping, the 1-2 week window ensures smooth scheduling and competitive pricing.

If your move date is flexible, booking 3-4 weeks out often yields the best savings. Contact us today to discuss your specific timeline and get a free quote.

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 it’s the most affordable and popular option. Most vehicles shipped to and from Katy, TX use open transport without any issues.

Enclosed auto transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs 50-60% more than open transport, but shields your car from weather, dust, and debris during the journey.

Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications. For standard daily drivers, open transport is reliable and cost-effective.

Learn more in our open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments to and from Katy, TX. This is our standard pickup and delivery method.

When you book with us, simply provide your preferred pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come directly to your home, office, or specified location in Katy to load your vehicle. Upon arrival at the destination, they’ll deliver it right to your door.

Important to know: In some Katy neighborhoods, large car carriers may face access challenges due to narrow streets, low-hanging trees, or HOA restrictions. If your location isn’t accessible for an 18-wheeler, don’t worry. Our driver will contact you to arrange a convenient nearby meeting spot, such as a shopping center parking lot or gas station. This ensures your vehicle is picked up and delivered as close to your address as safely possible.

Door-to-door service saves you time and eliminates the need to drive to a terminal. It’s included in your quote at no extra charge.

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!