In plain English
Standard LTL service ends at the dock or the back of the truck. Inside delivery adds time and labor, and the driver may not be able to go far, up stairs or through narrow doors.
A carrier will generally not go beyond the first set of doors, and not above ground level, without special arrangement.
Why it matters when you ship
Request it at booking, and ask exactly how far the driver will go. For anything beyond that, hire movers or a white glove service.
Example
A store orders a pallet of shelving that must go to the back stockroom. The carrier quotes inside delivery to the first interior room.
Related terms
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Inside delivery: common questions
Does inside delivery include setup?
No. It is just moving freight inside the door. Unpacking, assembly or placement needs white glove or installation service.
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Cite as: Transportli, “Inside Delivery: Meaning in Freight Shipping”, https://transportli.com/glossary/inside-delivery/, updated November 11, 2026.
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