A rush delivery service can be completed for a multitude of different industries for many different reasons. The one thing these rush deliveries all have in common is that they need to be completed in the fastest way possible. Here at reliable couriers, we make it easy for our consumers to understand what a rush delivery is, what their options are, and how we do it.

What is rush delivery?

Rush deliveries with Reliable couriers are handled with the same attention and care as any package placed into our care. A rush delivery differs only in the time it takes for our drivers to pick up and deliver the package. The drivers of Reliable couriers are dispatched immediately for all packages, and for rush deliveries, they will be rerouted immediately to take your package first. Our drivers are all locals to the areas they work in and are equipped with real-time GPS tracking. With their knowledge of the area and the help of our fleet’s GPS systems, they are able to navigate the fastest route possible for your rush delivery, ensuring the quickest pickup and delivery times humanly possible.

Who uses rush delivery?

Rush delivery is available to any individual or industry that requires a parcel or package delivered as quickly as possible. The person or business requiring a rush delivery often uses it to transport high-value items, private medical files, sensitive legal documents, or extremely time-sensitive items. Some of the industries this can include are legal practices, healthcare or medical facilities, Automotive shops, education systems, manufacturing plants, individuals, and more.

What can I ship rush delivery?

Some people and industries use rush delivery services more commonly than others. Many have deadlines that need to be met, others have paused production or business due to a missing part or proper paperwork, and many are rush deliveries for life-saving medical treatments. We deliver them all, and if you don’t see something you want to be delivered on our list, call us and find out how we can help you. Here are some of our most common rush deliveries.

• Medical equipment
  • Medical equipment
  • Organ transplants
  • Lab specimens and samples
  • Medical documents

• Legal
  • Court staging of records
  • Document retrieval from archives
  • Filing with the clerk of courts

• Manufacturing
  • Paperwork
  • Parts
  • Products
  • Pallets

• Trade work
  • HVAC
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical
  • Automotive

• Airports
  • Luggage
  • Aircraft Parts
  • Paperwork

• Individuals
  • Medication
  • Documents and paperwork
  • Gifts and packages
  • Parcels and letters

How is a rush delivery completed?

Depending upon the type of delivery, your rush delivery will determine some of the subsidiary steps to how your delivery will be completed, such as special instructions, vehicle accommodation, loading times, etc. However, all rush deliveries follow these baseline procedures with our seasoned delivery drivers.

1. Request a quote online or on the phone

1. Give detailed instructions
2. Provide the size and weight of the parcel
3. Include pick-up and delivery addresses

2. Proceed with the order

1. Confirm your details
2. Provide payment information
3. Receive confirmation email and receipt.

3. Pickup

1. Driver indicates arrival at pickup
2. Pickup signature received (if required)
3. Courier secures parcel in vehicle following procedures.

4. Transit

1. GPS tracking updates
2. Detailed Chain of Custody (COD)
3. Quickest route utilized

5. Delivery

1. Delivery driver safely and securely delivers the parcel
2. Confirmation signature and photo and delivery (if required)
3. Email confirmation sent

Are there benefits to using rush services?

There are some great benefits to utilizing a rush courier service over a regular courier service. Here are some of the benefits you can expect from hiring a rush delivery service:

• Local couriers
• Bonded drivers
• Faster delivery
• Protocol-trained and certified services
• Cost efficiency
• Less liability
• Reduced risk of lost or damaged parcels
• Discretion
• Increased productivity
• Improve customer satisfaction

Where do I go for rush delivery?

There are many courier services that offer rush delivery, so it is important to research what each courier service has to offer. At Reliable couriers, our rush delivery services are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays. Our dedicated rush couriers have access to our large fleet of vehicles at all times and can accommodate any of your rush delivery needs. The fleet ranges from sedans and cargo vans to dock-level box trucks with lift gates capable of transporting 10,000 pounds of palletized cargo. All of our vehicles are equipped with GPS systems and, combined with our local courier’s knowledge of the area, can expedite your rush delivery. Call us or go online today and find out why Reliable couriers are best for your rush delivery needs.