When you are ordering a ceph that involves shipping, you should try to make sure that the seller ships well - that he uses good containers, gives thought to heat or cold packs, uses a reliable transport company (like UPS or Fedex). You should insist on overnight shipping - in fact, it's a good idea to pay extra for early arrival the next day. Shipping costs will be substantial - don't go for the cheapest.
Find out what sort of track record the seller has. For instance, Fish Supply has a good reputation for shipping, and my experience with them has been good.
Bear in mind that the package may not come directly to you. It could travel from California to Texas by way of Chicago, Tennessee or other states and you have little control over this.
Consider avoiding having a ceph sent during extreme temperatures, cold or hot.
Get a tracking number and stay on top of it. I personally feel it's a good idea to make contact with ths shipper by phone before the package is sent.
And of course, have it shipped to you at a time when you'll be home. You can sometimes pay a bit extra for Saturday arrival, if that's more convenient.
Nancy
Find out what sort of track record the seller has. For instance, Fish Supply has a good reputation for shipping, and my experience with them has been good.
Bear in mind that the package may not come directly to you. It could travel from California to Texas by way of Chicago, Tennessee or other states and you have little control over this.
Consider avoiding having a ceph sent during extreme temperatures, cold or hot.
Get a tracking number and stay on top of it. I personally feel it's a good idea to make contact with ths shipper by phone before the package is sent.
And of course, have it shipped to you at a time when you'll be home. You can sometimes pay a bit extra for Saturday arrival, if that's more convenient.
Nancy