Measure the whole route
Start at the place a delivery vehicle can reasonably stop. Measure gates, narrow paths, doors, stairs, tight corners and the final doorway. Record the narrowest usable opening, not just the nominal gate size. Include photographs with a tape measure visible where practical.
Ask for packaged dimensions
The dimensions on a product page may describe an assembled cabin. Ask for the dimensions and weight of the largest package, whether panels can be carried separately and what access equipment the delivery team expects to use. Do not assume packaging can be removed on arrival to solve an access problem.
Define the delivery endpoint
Ask whether the price covers kerbside delivery, movement to the installation location or full assembly. Then ask who supplies the people and equipment for each stage. Put the agreed endpoint in the written quote so that two offers can be compared on the same basis.
Plan for difficult access
Tell the supplier about stairs, slopes, soft ground, restricted parking and time-limited access before accepting the quote. Ask whether a site inspection is needed and who carries the cost if the route is unsuitable. Obtain a specific price for any extra handling.
Keep the record with the order
Save your measurement sheet, photographs and the supplier’s written acceptance of the proposed route. Recheck if the model, location or installation team changes. The Recovery Bench quote comparison includes a separate delivery and access line so these costs are not lost inside the equipment price.
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