Moving Certificate of Insurance (COI)

What Is a Moving Certificate of Insurance (COI)?

When moving from an apartment building or into a complex with stringent building requirements, you may need a Certificate of Insurance (COI) to proceed. Many property managers mandate a COI to ensure they’re protected from liability in the event of accidental building damage during the moving process.

Why Do Movers Need a Certificate of Insurance (COI)?

When hiring movers, many clients are surprised to hear that their building management requires a Certificate of Insurance (COI). A COI is a formal document that proves your moving company is fully insured. It protects the building, the property manager, and you as the tenant in case of accidental damage during the move.

Most residential and commercial buildings in Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island now make this a standard requirement. Choosing movers who can provide a COI—like Collegian Movers—ensures you’ll have no delays or denied access on moving day.

Why Buildings Require a Movers COI

A Moving Certificate of Insurance (COI) is required by most apartment complexes, offices, and property managers to protect against potential damages. Over 80% of managed buildings request a movers COI before move-in or move-out. It ensures your moving company is fully insured and authorized to operate.

Building and Apartment Moving COI Support

Collegian Movers simplifies building and apartment relocations with fast COI handling. Our moving teams work directly with property managers to submit all required insurance documents on time. From scheduling to approval, we manage the process so you avoid delays, denied access, or last-minute moving day complications.

Fully Insured Movers for Peace of Mind

As fully licensed and insured movers in Connecticut, Collegian Movers guarantees compliance with building regulations for apartments, condos, and offices. We provide complete COI coverage, protecting property managers and tenants alike. By handling every step, we give you peace of mind and a stress-free moving experience.

Who Typically Requests a COI From Movers?

Property managers and building owners most commonly request a COI in areas with shared spaces or restricted access. Some examples include:

• Apartment complexes and condos with lobbies, elevators, or parking garages
• Office buildings that require insurance coverage for all contractors
• Downtown high-rises in cities like Stamford, New Haven, and Bridgeport
• Senior living facilities that require additional liability coverage
• Luxury properties with strict moving policies

If you live or work in a managed property, it’s best to ask in advance whether your building requires movers to provide a COI.

How Do I Request a COI for My Move?

Getting a COI from Collegian Movers is quick and straightforward.

1. – Let us know during booking that your building requires a COI
2. – Contact Building Management: Contact your building’s management and confirm if a Certificate of Insurance is required. If so, ask them for a sample copy and specific requirements, such as who should be listed as additional insured.
3. – Contact Building Management: Contact your building’s management and confirm if a Certificate of Insurance is required. If so, ask them for a sample copy and specific requirements, such as who should be listed as additional insured.
4. – Send Details to Collegian Movers: Email the COI sample provided by the building and any specific requirements to your  Collegian Movers sales consultant. Include details from both your move-out and move-in buildings.
5. – Preparation & Submission: Our team will prepare the COI according to your building’s specifications, ensuring it meets all insurance values and coverage needs.
6. – COI Delivery & Approval: We’ll email you the completed Document so you can share it with your building management.
7. – Full Coverage Assurance: With an approved COI, your move is covered in case of accidental damage to the building, giving you a smooth, worry-free moving experience.

By handling the process for you, we make sure there are no surprises or access issues on moving day.

Does a COI Cost Extra? What’s Covered?

At Collegian Movers, we provide COIs at no additional cost with every booked move.

Our Certificate of Insurance covers:

• General liability insurance
• Automobile liability insurance
• Workers’ compensation insurance

Most building managers throughout Connecticut accept our COI without issue. If your property has specific requirements, we can customize the document to meet its standards.

COI Requirements for Connecticut Moves

In many parts of Connecticut, especially in New Haven County, Fairfield County, Stamford, Greenwich, and Norwalk, a COI is essential to secure access to your building on moving day.

Without it, movers may be denied entry, leading to costly delays or rescheduling fees. Collegian Movers works directly with local property managers, making the process seamless for both residential and commercial clients.

Need more information about Collegian Movers’ COI services?

Contact our team today to ensure your move is compliant and stress-free!

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What Our Customers Say

“Collegian Movers made the whole process easy. My building required a COI, and they sent it directly to the management office. No delays, no stress.”

“Professional, reliable, and fully insured. The COI gave me peace of mind that my building and belongings were protected.”

“We moved into a Stamford high-rise, and Collegian Movers handled the COI paperwork right away. The building manager was impressed with how quickly they provided it.”