{"id":2643,"date":"2026-02-14T12:32:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-14T12:32:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/help.markto.ch\/?post_type=manual_kb&#038;p=2643"},"modified":"2026-02-14T12:32:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T12:32:26","slug":"how-to-handle-pickup-or-delivery-for-larger-items","status":"publish","type":"manual_kb","link":"https:\/\/help.markto.ch\/de\/knowledgebase\/how-to-handle-pickup-or-delivery-for-larger-items\/","title":{"rendered":"Vorgehensweise bei der Abholung oder Lieferung gr\u00f6\u00dferer Artikel"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to Handle Pickup or Delivery for Larger Items on markto.ch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Larger items (furniture, bikes, appliances, TVs, mattresses, exercise equipment, etc.) require extra planning for safe, practical pickup or delivery. markto.ch has no built-in shipping or logistics \u2014 everything is arranged directly between buyer and seller. Here\u2019s how to manage it effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Agree on Pickup vs. Delivery Early<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pickup (most common and recommended)<\/strong><br>Buyer comes to seller or meets at a convenient public spot.<br>Seller example reply: \u201cPickup only \u2014 item is bulky, no delivery possible. Can meet at my place parking or a big Migros lot in [city].\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Delivery (seller offers or buyer requests)<\/strong><br>Seller drives\/delivers for an extra fee (common CHF 20\u201380 depending on distance and size).<br>Buyer example: \u201cWould you deliver to [your area] for CHF 30 extra? I can help unload.\u201d<br>Seller: \u201cDelivery possible within 20 km for CHF 40 fuel + time. Cash on delivery after inspection.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm in writing: price including delivery fee, exact address (if private), who unloads, payment timing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Best Practices for Pickup of Large Items<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meeting spot<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seller\u2019s home parking (if safe and agreed) or nearby public lot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large supermarket parking (Migros\/Coop with big spaces).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shopping center loading zones (e.g., Glattzentrum, Shoppi Tivoli).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid narrow streets or private driveways for first meetups.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Timing<\/strong><br>Choose daylight hours (Saturday morning\/afternoon best \u2014 more people around, easier loading).<br>Allow 30\u201360 min buffer for loading\/unloading.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Help needed<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Buyer: Bring 1\u20132 strong helpers or a van\/trailer if needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seller: Mention size\/weight in ad (\u201cneeds 2 people to carry\u201d, \u201cfits in SUV\u201d).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Agree who brings tools (e.g., screwdriver for disassembly, straps\/blankets for protection).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vehicle check<\/strong><br>Buyer: Confirm item fits (measure beforehand).<br>Seller: Ask buyer\u2019s vehicle type (\u201cDo you have a van or roof rack?\u201d).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Delivery Options &amp; Safety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If seller agrees to deliver:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fee structure<\/strong><br>Clear upfront: \u201cCHF 50 delivery within 30 km, paid on arrival after you check the item.\u201d<br>No advance payment \u2014 pay only after inspection and unloading.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unloading help<\/strong><br>Seller usually drops at curb or agreed spot; buyer handles unloading unless extra fee negotiated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Private address delivery<\/strong><br>Only if trust is built (e.g., after photos\/videos, good chat history).<br>Buyer can meet seller at a nearby public spot first, then lead to home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alternative: Meet halfway<\/strong><br>Reduces risk\/distance for both \u2014 e.g., \u201cI\u2019ll drive to Bern HB parking, you come from your side.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Payment for Large Items<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cash on handover<\/strong> (safest)<br>Count together after inspection\/unloading.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>TWINT<\/strong> (good alternative)<br>Pay after item is unloaded and checked.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bank transfer<\/strong> (only if very high trust)<br>Instant same-bank transfer possible, but inspect first.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Safety &amp; Practical Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inspect fully before any payment (test appliance, check for damage, count parts).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take photos of item + handover spot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring blankets, straps, or moving pads to protect during transport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For very bulky\/heavy: Consider hiring a cheap mover (e.g., via Tutti.ch or local services) if neither can handle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If delivery to home: Have someone present, meet seller outside first.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Red flags: Requests for full advance payment, refusal of public spots, pushy behavior \u2014 cancel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Checklist for Large-Item Deals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Size\/weight &amp; vehicle fit confirmed?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pickup spot or delivery fee agreed?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helpers needed\/planned?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Daylight, public-ish location?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment after inspection\/unloading?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All terms in WhatsApp chat?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Large items take more coordination but close successfully every day on markto.ch \u2014 clear communication + public spots + cash\/TWINT at handover keep it safe and stress-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good luck with your big find! \ud83d\ude9a<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","format":"standard","manualknowledgebasecat":[98],"manual_kb_tag":[],"class_list":["post-2643","manual_kb","type-manual_kb","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","manualknowledgebasecat-arranging-meetups-and-transactions"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/help.markto.ch\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual_kb\/2643","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/help.markto.ch\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual_kb"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/help.markto.ch\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/manual_kb"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/help.markto.ch\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/help.markto.ch\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual_kb\/2643\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2644,"href":"https:\/\/help.markto.ch\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual_kb\/2643\/revisions\/2644"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/help.markto.ch\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2643"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"manualknowledgebasecat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/help.markto.ch\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manualknowledgebasecat?post=2643"},{"taxonomy":"manual_kb_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/help.markto.ch\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual_kb_tag?post=2643"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}