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Preparing Items for Pickup

How to get your item ready for driver pickup

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Written by Austin Headley
Updated this week

Getting Ready for Driver Pickup

When a buyer chooses delivery, our Trexity driver comes to you. Here's how to make pickup smooth and quick.

Before Pickup Day

Confirm Your Availability

Make sure the scheduled pickup time works for you:

  • Check your order for the pickup window

  • Be available during that time

  • Update if something changes

Pack the Item Securely

Protect your item for transport:

  • Use original packaging if available

  • Bubble wrap fragile items

  • Secure loose parts or accessories

  • Include cables, chargers, manuals

Double-Check Everything

Before the driver arrives:

  • Verify the item matches your listing

  • Include all advertised accessories

  • Test electronics one more time

  • Clean and present nicely

Pickup Day

Be Ready and Available

  • Keep your phone nearby (driver may call)

  • Have the item by the door ready to go

  • Be present during the pickup window

Meet the Driver

When the driver arrives:

  • Confirm the order with them

  • Hand over the item

  • Verify they have the right package

Quick and Easy

Drivers are on a schedule with multiple stops. Having everything ready helps everyone:

  • Item packed and sealed

  • Clearly labeled if multiple packages

  • Quick handoff

Packaging Tips

Electronics

  • Original box is best

  • Wrap in bubble wrap or cloth

  • Secure cables separately

  • Include all accessories

Fragile Items

  • Double-box if possible

  • Fill empty space with padding

  • Mark "Fragile" on packaging

  • Consider extra protection

Odd-Shaped Items

  • Wrap completely

  • Secure any protruding parts

  • Make sure it's safe to carry

Small Items

  • Use a padded envelope or small box

  • Don't leave loose in a bag

  • Make sure nothing falls out

What the Driver Needs

Clear Access

  • Ensure they can reach your door

  • Provide buzzer code if needed

  • Remove obstacles from path

Easy Identification

  • Match the name on the order

  • Have order details ready if asked

  • Be at the pickup address

If You Can't Be There

Life happens. If you can't make the pickup:

Contact support as soon as possible

Reschedule for a time you're available

Don't leave items unattended outside

Common Issues

Driver Can't Access Building

If they can't get in:

  • They'll call you

  • Have your phone handy

  • Go down to meet them if needed

Wrong Pickup Time

If the window doesn't work:

  • Request a reschedule through the app

  • Do this as early as possible

  • Be flexible with alternatives

Item Not Ready

Avoid this by:

  • Preparing the night before

  • Setting a reminder

  • Having a backup plan

Pickup Confirmation

After the driver picks up your item:

  • You'll get a notification

  • Status changes to "In Transit"

  • Delivery tracking begins for the buyer

Final Checklist

Before pickup:

  • [ ] Item matches listing exactly

  • [ ] All accessories included

  • [ ] Securely packaged

  • [ ] Address and access info correct

  • [ ] Phone charged and nearby

  • [ ] Available during window

Questions?

First time with driver pickup? Our team can walk you through any questions.

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