When you need to send a high-value parcel—whether it’s jewellery, electronics, luxury watches, or important documents—the stakes are high. A lost or damaged package isn’t just inconvenient; it’s a financial loss.
This blog covers five key practices to reduce risk when you send local parcel with valuable contents, from choosing the right courier to adding parcel protection and using discreet packaging.
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5 Practices to Reduce Risk When You Send Local Parcel
1. Choose the Right Courier to Send Local Parcel
Not all couriers handle high-value items with the same care. When you send local parcel, look for:
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Service Type
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Why It Matters
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Example Courier
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On-Demand/Point-to-Point
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For high-value items, use services where the item stays in one vehicle from pickup to delivery rather than passing through multiple sorting centers.
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Premium/Express Services
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Premium providers known for secure, tracked handling of valuable goods
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2. Secure and Discreet Packaging
How you pack your item is just as important as who delivers it. Poor packaging invites damage—and conspicuous labeling invites theft. When you send local parcel, follow these packaging rules.
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Packaging Tip
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How to Apply
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Discreet Labeling
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Do not write "high value," "gold," or "expensive" on the box. Use neutral, professional labels.
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Tamper-Evident Tape
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Use security tape that shows signs of tampering if someone attempts to open the box.
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Double Boxing
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Wrap item, place in small box, then place inside larger box with at least 5cm of padding on all sides.
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High-Quality Materials
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Use thick, double-wall corrugated cardboard boxes—avoid reusing old, flimsy boxes.
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3. Parcel Protection and Enhanced Liability
Standard courier coverage typically only covers up to S$100–S$150—far less than the value of most high-end items. Before you send local parcel, add proper protection.
What EasyParcel Offers:
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Feature
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Benefit
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Coverage up to S$5,000
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Protects high-value items beyond basic courier limits
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Loss protection
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Covers lost parcels
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Simple claims process
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File claims directly through EasyParcel—no need to deal with couriers
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Easy to add
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Select during booking, enter declared value, and check out
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What to Check:
- Verify if the insurance covers theft, damage, and delays
- Some providers have maximum value limits for specific luxury goods
- Always declare the full value when purchasing insurance
How to Add EasyCover:
- Quote and Book: Go to “Send Parcel” > “Single Parcel,” enter sender/receiver details, and click “Quote & Book”.
- Select Courier: Choose your preferred courier service.
- Add EasyCover: During parcel details input, check the option for EasyCover to protect your shipment, select the item category, and accept terms.
- Checkout: Proceed to payment to activate coverage.
High-Value Item? Ship It Stress-Free with EasyParcel.
4. Tracking and Documentation
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Feature
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Why It Matters
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Real-Time Tracking
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Know where your parcel is at every stage of the journey
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Electronic Proof of Delivery (ePOD)
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Digital record with timestamp, recipient name, and signature
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Best Practices:
- Always require signature on delivery for high-value items
- Use EasyTrack to track your parcel in real time
- Save delivery confirmation for your records every time you send local parcel
5. Local Tips for Singapore
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Tip
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Why It Helps
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Avoid Peak Traffic Hours
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Minimise time in transit—schedule deliveries during off-peak times
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Direct Handover
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Arrange for recipient to personally receive the parcel—avoid concierge or neighbour drop-offs
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Recommend Courier to Send Local Parcel: Expensive Items
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Courier
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Service Name
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Price From
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Delivery Duration
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Max Weight and Dimension
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More Details
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Lalamove
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Motorcycle
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Base fare S$9 (under 1km) + S$0.35/km (first 10km) + S$0.40/km (> 10km)
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The delivery time frame will vary according to the sender and receivers location.
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Max Weight: 8kg
Max Dimension: 40cm x 40cm x 40cm |
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Car
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Base fare S$12 (under 1km) + S$1.00/km (first 10km) + S$0.45/km (> 10km)
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Max Weight: 20kg
Max Dimension: 50cm x 50cm x 50cm |
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Van
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Base fare S$26 + S$0.50/km
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Max Weight: 500kg
Max Dimension: 170cm x 100cm x 120cm |
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Lorry 10 ft
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Base fare S$42 + S$0.75/km
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Max Weight: 1000kg
Max Dimension: 290cm x 150cm x 150cm |
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uParcel
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1 Hour Rush
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from S$20.99
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1 hour
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Max Weight: 25kg
Max Dimension: L+W+H = 200cm |
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3 Hours Express
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from S$13.99
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3 hours
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Same Day Delivery
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from S$10.99
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Within 7 hours
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SF Express
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Domestic Delivery
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from S$5.85
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1-3 working days
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Max Weight: 25kg
Max Dimension: 200cm(L) x 80cm(W) x70cm(H) |
Simple Steps to Book Local Express Courier
1. Click on “Domestic” Tab.
2. Enter your origin and destination postcodes as well as parcel weight and click “Quote & Book” button.
3. Choose your preferred courier services and book now.
4. Fill in the sender’s, receiver’s details and parcel details then proceed to payment.
On-demand delivery
1. Click on “On-demand” tab.
2. Enter pick-up location, drop-off points, preferred pick-up date and time, transport type, and click “Quote” button.
3. Choose your preferred courier services and book now.
4. Fill in the sender’s, receiver’s details and parcel details then proceed to payment.
