Before a move, a German removal firm usually inspects the apartment and the goods to be moved. The consumer advice centers recommend agreeing a fixed price in most cases. The fixed price covers only what was agreed. So der Leistungsumfang beim Festpreis sollte daher vorher möglichst exakt bestimmt werden. The scope of services should be set as exactly as possible in advance. The written offer should list every agreed service, vom Aufstellen des Halteverbotsschilds vorm Haus, from putting up the no-parking sign in front of the house to the outside lift, packing material and assembly work.