CELPIP Listening Part 1 Practice Test: Moving Service Quote Request

MAN: Hi there, I'm looking to get a quote for moving services next month.

WOMAN: Welcome! I'd be happy to help you with that. Do you know your moving date yet?

MAN: Yes, I'm planning to move on the 15th of next month. I'm relocating from my apartment to a house about 20 miles away.

WOMAN: Perfect, let me check our availability for that date. Could you tell me the size of your current place?

MAN: It's a two-bedroom apartment on the third floor, about 1,000 square feet.

WOMAN: I see. And does your building have an elevator?

MAN: Unfortunately not, that's one of the reasons I'm hiring professionals.

WOMAN: That's definitely something we'll factor into the quote. We'll need to assign extra crew members for stairs. Would you like packing services as well?

MAN: No, I think I can handle the packing myself. I just need help with the heavy lifting and transportation.

WOMAN: Alright, I'll need some more details about your furniture. Do you have any particularly large or valuable items?

MAN: Yes, I have a grand piano that needs special handling. I'm quite concerned about moving it safely.

WOMAN: Don't worry, we have extensive experience with piano moving. We'll need to send our specialty team for that. They use specific equipment and techniques.

MAN: That's reassuring. I also have a large sectional sofa that might be tricky to move down the stairs.

WOMAN: We can handle that too. Will you need storage services at all?

MAN: No, I'm moving directly to the new house. But I was wondering about insurance coverage.

WOMAN: We provide basic insurance coverage included in the quote, but I recommend additional coverage for the piano.

MAN: Yes, that makes sense. Could you include that in the quote?

MAN: I just remembered something else - there's limited parking at both locations.

WOMAN: Thanks for mentioning that. We'll need to arrange for parking permits. Do you know if there are any time restrictions?

MAN: The current apartment has a loading zone we can use, but only between 9 AM and 4 PM.

WOMAN: That's helpful information. I'll make sure to schedule your move within those hours. We typically start early morning for moves of this size.

MAN: Perfect. Oh, and what about payment? Do you require a deposit?

WOMAN: Yes, we require a 25% deposit to secure the date, with the balance due after the move is completed.

MAN: That works for me. How long will it take to get the quote?

WOMAN: I can have it ready for you within the hour. Would you like me to email it to you?

MAN: Yes, please. My email is [email protected].