The ever-rising shipping costs can seem daunting. Don’t worry we are here to help! There are several ways listed below to help reduce your costs. If you have questions about a specific project please contact us and we can set you on a path to savings!

Box Size

Being over or under a particular weight can make a shipping cost difference. Items that are larger, bulkier, or heavier require specialized trucks or air freight. Smaller is cheaper. So, when you’re planning shipping, it’s important to consider the shipment’s dimensions, weight, and fragility. Using a box that’s too large for a lightweight, non-breakable item may cost you more to ship. The box dimension can be the difference between a large shipping cost.

Evaluate your current packaging and find ways to downsize. Can you ship your items in a smaller box? Whenever you can find opportunities to decrease the box size without compromising the safety and security of your packaging contents, you should do it.

If your items vary in size, multi-depth boxes can be a great way to keep your box sizes as small as possible. These boxes are a great way to be prepared for various sizes and at a cost saving price. The right size box makes all the difference.

What about using envelopes?

If you send small, non-fragile products like clothing or other soft goods, try shipping your orders in plastic mailer envelopes or poly mailer bags. These can be more cost-effective than boxes. They reduce the need for tape, filler and boxes. They are also light weight so your shipments are not as heavy.

Weight

One way to reduce your shipping costs is to reduce the weight of your shipments. Keep in mind that every ounce counts. Many items come prepackaged. If that is the case, consider removing the original package before packing your items.

As mentioned above, an envelope or poly mailer weighs less than a box so this can help you reduce your weight. Did you know that boxes have different thicknesses and grades designed to hold specific types of items? Using a lighter box may work for your products that do not require sturdy packaging. You can also use lightweight packaging materials such as bubble wrap, crinkle paper, or filler paper to help you save on shipping costs.

Options

Have you considered trying the post office’s priority mail flat rate shipping? As long as it fits in one of their boxes, it does not matter how much it weighs. This is great for heavy items that are not too large. These boxes are complementary items available to you from the USPS.

If you are sending packages that are relatively close to you, you can ship ground and they will still arrive quickly. There is no reason to ship 2 or 3 day when ground will get there in the same amount of time. Save on all the shipping costs you can.

Conclusion

Remember to reduce the size, weight, and dimensions of your packaging and its accompanying packing materials. That way you can cut down the total weight of your shipment. Your choice of shipper and method of shipment also factor into your shipping costs so make sure you are making the most cost effective selections. We can help you with all of these choices. Call us today (619) 297-2281 or email contact@neyenesch.com