How to Get a Shipping Quote from Navis Pack & Ship (gonavis.com)

You can get a shipping quote from Navis Pack & Ship by filling out the "Get a Shipping Quote" form on gonavis.com. The form asks for your contact details, your industry, the origin and destination of the shipment, the category of items, and a description of what you're shipping. Navis then uses that information to price out packing, crating, and transport for fragile, large, awkward, or valuable items. This route is for anyone shipping a single piece of furniture, an art or antique collection, an auction lot, or a full estate — not for standard parcel drop-off.

What the quote form asks for

The form is the only quote channel described on the site, and every field is required. Based on the form structure, you'll provide:

Step-by-step

1. Go to gonavis.com and open the "Get a Shipping Quote" form.
2. Enter your name, email, and phone number.
3. Choose the industry that best matches the shipment. For a private individual shipping personal belongings, "Personal" or "Residential Business" is the closest fit; for a gallery or dealer, "Auction (Business)" or "Retail Business" applies.
4. Fill in Ship From and Ship To. Include enough detail that Navis can judge distance and any international leg — the site handles domestic and international shipments from the U.S. and Canada.
5. Pick the category of items. This matters because it routes your request toward the right handling method (for example, Art & Sculptures versus Furniture & Design).
6. Describe the items. Note dimensions, weight if known, fragility, and value where relevant. The more specific the description, the more accurate the quote.
7. Submit the form and wait for Navis to respond with pricing and options.

Expected result: a quote covering the services that fit your shipment — packing, custom wooden crating, white glove delivery, pickup and delivery, and international shipping are all listed as available methods.

Why the details matter

Navis positions itself against low-cost internet shippers that "trade profit for quality handling practices," which the site says leads to damage and claims disputes. Because the company specializes in fragile, large, and valuable items and has over 30 years of experience, the quote depends heavily on how well you describe the item and its handling needs. A vague description like "furniture" will produce a less useful quote than "19th-century mahogany secretary desk, 7 ft tall, needs crating and white glove placement."

Common sticking points

• The form requires JavaScript for parts of the site, including the locations map, so enable it if the page doesn't render properly.
• Every field is mandatory. If you don't have an exact destination yet, you'll need to supply your best estimate before submitting.
• No pricing is published. The site shows no rates, price lists, or payment platforms, so you cannot estimate cost without submitting the form and hearing back.
• Category selection is a single choice. If your shipment mixes categories (for example, art plus furniture), pick the closest match and explain the mix in the description field.
• International shipments are handled, but the site recommends contacting Navis directly to ensure an error-free transaction rather than relying on the form alone.

When this is the right service

Choose Navis if your shipment is fragile, oversized, awkward, or high-value, and you want packing and crating handled by the shipper rather than doing it yourself. If you're sending a standard boxed parcel, a general carrier will usually be cheaper. If you're moving one piece of furniture or an entire household, the site explicitly covers both through its small moves and residential move options.