Freight Shipping Surcharge for Salon Equipment
By Sun Tanning Store | Published: 2026-10-22
Category: Buying Guides
Learn what a freight shipping surcharge is, when it applies to salon equipment, and how inside delivery and assembly surcharges work.
Quick answer
A freight shipping surcharge is an extra fee added to orders that require freight carrier service, typically for large or heavy items like tanning beds. This surcharge covers the cost of specialized handling and transport to your location.
Why freight shipping surcharges exist for salon equipment
Large items like tanning beds and booths are too big or heavy for standard parcel carriers. Freight carriers use lift gates, pallets, and specialized trucks to deliver these items safely. The surcharge offsets the higher operational cost of freight shipping compared to ground parcel delivery.
Without this surcharge, the base product price would need to be much higher to cover freight costs for every order, even those that don't require it. The surcharge keeps pricing transparent and fair for customers who need freight service.
Inside delivery and assembly surcharges
For larger equipment, you may also see an inside delivery and assembly surcharge. This fee covers the labor of bringing the equipment into your home or salon and assembling it on the ground floor or up one flight of stairs. It does not include electrical work.
The inside delivery and assembly surcharge is separate from the freight shipping surcharge. You pay the freight surcharge for transport to your location, and the assembly surcharge for the hands-on service once it arrives.
Frequently asked questions
- When is a freight shipping surcharge applied?
- The surcharge is applied when your delivery address requires freight carrier service. This typically happens for large or heavy items like tanning beds, booths, or salon equipment that cannot be shipped via standard parcel carriers.
- Is the freight surcharge the same as inside delivery?
- No. The freight surcharge covers the transport of your item via freight carrier. Inside delivery and assembly is a separate service that covers bringing the item into your home and assembling it. Check your order to see if you need both surcharges, or if freight-only is sufficient for your needs.
- Can I avoid the freight shipping surcharge?
- If your location is serviced by standard parcel carriers and the item qualifies for parcel shipping, you may not need the surcharge. However, for large equipment like tanning beds, freight shipping is often the only safe option. Contact the store to confirm if an alternative is available. Always verify your delivery address and item dimensions with the store to determine if the surcharge applies.
- What does the inside delivery and assembly surcharge include?
- It includes bringing the equipment panels into your home and assembling the bed or booth on the ground floor or up one flight of stairs. It does not include any electrical work, which you must arrange separately.
Product facts
- Freight Shipping Surcharge STS38053 - Elizabeth CO 80107: This listing covers the Freight Shipping Surcharge for orders being delivered to Elizabeth, CO 80107. It is an additional charge applied to ensure your items are shipped via freight service to this location. If you're ordering a tanning bed or booth to a location that requires freight service, this surcharge ensures your order gets the proper handling and carrier type.
Freight Shipping Surcharge STS38053 - Elizabeth CO 80107 - Inside Delivery and Assembly Surcharge: Inside Delivery and Assembly Surcharge. The delivery personnel will bring the booth panels into your home and then assemble your bed or booth on either a ground floor or up one flight of stairs. This service saves you from having to move heavy panels and assemble the equipment yourself, which is especially helpful for larger tanning booths.
Inside Delivery and Assembly Surcharge
