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Most truckload accessorial charges are given to you as part of your final bill, and they can vary widely from carrier to carrier. By reading on and making yourself aware of some of the most common accessorial charges, you can prepare your budget accordingly and avoid any nasty surprises on your final freight bill. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A truckload accessorial charge is an additional expense charged to a shipper or receiver for a service that is outside of normal transportation procedures. Truckload accessorial charges are common in the industry, and you should know about them if you\u2019re going to understand the pricing and service before your business utilizes it. <\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The variety of truckload accessorial charges and the cost of each will vary from company to company. Knowing the details of each charge and what to expect in terms of cost will provide you with the necessary information you need when shipping freight. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost of Accessorial Charges<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The cost of accessorial charges will vary from company to company. The charge may be presented as a flat fee included in the overall cost of a shipment or a percentage that is based on the overall cost of a shipment. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some companies may also charge for some accessorials, while others may not charge for the same things. It all depends on the company, so discussing this with them beforehand is key to figuring out how much you\u2019ll likely spend when the invoice comes through. It\u2019s also worth noting that if you know you will need a service such as inside delivery beforehand, booking it will help you to avoid extortionate fees and an unexpected final bill. More on this later. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, let\u2019s discuss some of the most common accessorial charges that shippers deal with.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Detention<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A detention truckload accessorial charge is one of the most common accessorial charges given today. This charge is given when a carrier is delayed for any reason at a shipper\/receiver. Most shipping contracts allow for a standard amount of detention time. However, any time that a driver is held up beyond the time specified in the contract will likely incur a hefty detention fee. It\u2019s worthwhile to determine the allowable detention time, as well as the cost of detention fees when booking a freight shipment. If you know that a shipment may be held for longer than allowed, you may be able to negotiate an increase in the allowable time or pay a lower cost upfront.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things to remember with detention charges include:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n