Carlile MyConnect Frequently Asked Questions

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Retail Package Forwarding to Alaska FAQs - Carlile MyConnect

Welcome to Carlile MyConnect, your reliable solution for shipping to and from Alaska.. Forwarding a small package? Or maybe a larger item like furniture or auto parts? No matter the size of your package, we’ve got you covered. We encourage you to explore these frequently asked questions, designed to provide you with all the answers you need to make your shipping experience as smooth as possible. If you still have questions or need personalized assistance, please contact our dedicated team. We’re here to help!

Package Forwarding to Alaska FAQs

Can this retail shipping service to Alaska only be used for online purchases?

No, you can shop by phone or catalog and have your retail packages forwarded to Alaska as well.

Wherever you purchase from, make sure to use the special MyConnect shipping address (including your MyConnect customer ID) in Tacoma, WA rather than your Alaska address.

How do I estimate my shipping costs for forwarding packages to Alaska?

Please use the MyConnect Shipping Quote calculator to estimate the cost of forwarding your retail packages to your nearest Carlile MyConnect shipping terminal in Alaska.  You will need shipping dimensions and weight.

Please note that actual charges to forward your shipment to Alaska are based on verified shipping specifications once we receive your items at our Tacoma, WA shipping terminal.

What shipping address do I use to have my packages sent to Alaska?

The key to MyConnect is using the unique shipping address provided when you register for MyConnect. This address is for Carlile’s shipping terminal in Tacoma, WA and includes your unique MyConnect customer ID number. 

Use your MyConnect shipping address (instead of your Alaskan home or business address) anytime you make a purchase and MyConnect will deliver your items to a Carlile terminal near you in Alaska.

How and when do I pay to forward my retail shipments to Alaska?

You will receive a notification once your items have been received in Tacoma, WA. We’ll then confirm your package forwarding charges based on verified shipping specifications. Next, you will log in to MyConnect to pay for your shipments, and your items will be on their way to Alaska. 

Where and when can I pick up my shipments that were forwarded to a Carlile Terminal in Alaska?

Retail packages that have been forwarded to Alaska can be picked up during business hours at your designated MyConnect package pick-up terminal.

MyConnect’s Alaskan Package Forwarding Pick-Up Locations 

Anchorage MyConnect Package Pick-Up 

1800 East 1st Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501
Pick-Up Hours: Mon-Fri 8a – 5p

Fairbanks MyConnect Package Pick-Up 

900 Aurora Drive
Fairbanks, AK 99701
Pick-up Hours: Open Mon-Fri 7a – 6p | Sat 8a – 12p

Kenai MyConnect Package Pick-Up 

1216 Bridge Access Road
Kenai, AK 99611
Pick-up Hours: Mon-Fri 7a – 5p | Sat 7a – 12p

Kodiak MyConnect Package Pick-Up

5152 Tom Stiles Road
Kodiak, AK 99615
Pick-up Hours: Open Mon-Fri 8a – 5p

Prudhoe Bay MyConnect Package Pick-Up

500 Airport Way
Prudhoe Bay, AK 99701
Pick-up Hours: Open Daily 6a – 7p

How Do You Handle Fragile or Special Care Items?

Carlile’s package forwarding service, MyConnect, is capable of handling a wide range of items, including fragile and special care products. We leverage an integrated air, sea, road, and rail service, ensuring that items, even delicate ones, are transported safely and securely to Alaska.

Are There Any Size or Weight Limitations for Packages?

MyConnect caters to a variety of shipping needs, from small boxes to larger items like furniture, equipment, and even recreational vehicles like snow machines. 

Can I Track My Shipment in Real-Time?

Yes, MyConnect provides notifications and shipping tracking, allowing customers to follow their order from the Lower 48 to Alaska. This feature ensures transparency and control over the shipping process, offering real-time updates on the shipment’s location, status, and estimated delivery time

How do I track my package forwarding shipment to Alaska?
Tracking shipments from your retailer to MyConnect in Tacoma, WA

Use the tracking information provided by your retailer to track your shipment until it is delivered to Carlile MyConnect in Tacoma, WA.

Tracking shipments once received by MyConnect in Tacoma, WA to Alaska

You will receive a notification once your items are received by Carlile MyConnect in Tacoma, WA. Log in to your MyConnect account for tracking information until your item reaches its destination in Alaska.

Is additional coverage available for my shipment to Alaska?
Standard Liability Coverage Included

The maximum liability on your shipment to Alaska will be $20.00 per pound up to a maximum of $200,000 per shipment for new goods. Household goods and used goods will have a maximum liability of $0.10 per pound up to a maximum of $5,000 per Alaskan shipment.

Additional Coverage Available

Additional coverage beyond Carlile’s standard liability coverage is available and can be added when completing your shipment in MyConnect. Simply provide a declared value and additional coverage charges can be added to your order.

The maximum liability on the shipment to Alaska will be increased up to the declared value, not to exceed $200,000 per shipment.  In no case will the declared value exceed the replacement value of the goods.

What Happens if My Package is Lost or Damaged?

Carlile stands by our commitment to reliability and excellent customer service. In the event of an issue with an order, Team Carlile is available to assist and resolve the matter​​. Contact customer service or call 1.800.478.1853 for further assistance.

What do I do if I’m an existing Package Express member?

Package Express members will need to establish a new MyConnect account (it’s simple and free) in order to forward packages to Alaska with our updated shipping service.

MyConnect will replace Package Express effective January 1, 2021. With MyConnect you’ll enjoy an enhanced shipping to Alaska experience with no size or weight restrictions.

What are some of the items that I can have forwarded to Alaska?

Everything from bed frames to flame throwers, tires to engines, stovetop hood vents to baby cribs has been shipped with MyConnect! We can get your packages forwarded to Alaska even when your favorite home decor retailers such as Joss & MainPier 1, Wayfair, Overstock, and IKEA; or your favorite auto part retailers such as PartsGeek, Napa, RockAuto, or O’Reiley’s say it can’t be done!

Have a question about the type of product you want to ship? Contact us today!

What items are prohibited from being forwarded to Alaska via MyConnect?

The following items are prohibited and will not be accepted for MyConnect shipments to Alaska:

  • Temperature–controlled / perishable freight
  • Illegal drugs
  • Live animals
  • Firearms
  • Fireworks
  • Coins, currency, stocks, bonds, or cash equivalents
  • Jewelry, furs, and precious metals
Who are some of the retailers who don't ship to Alaska but can be forwarded using MyConnect?

While there are a lot of retailers who don’t ship to Alaska, below is a list of the most popular that have forwarded packages to Alaska using Carlile MyConnect:

  1. IKEA
  2. Wayfair
  3. Home Depot
  4. Walgreens
  5. Scan Home
  6. RockAuto.com
  7. Staples
  8. Conoco
  9. Hilcorp
  10. Overstock.com
  11. Carquest
  12. Pier 1
  13. NAPA
  14. O’Reilly’s
  15. Keller Supply
  16. Holiday Station
  17. Grainger
  18. SteamDot Coffee
  19. PartsGeek
  20. Anixter
  21. Wesco
  22. Joss & Main
  23. Metrie
  24. Rodda Paint
  25. Xerox
  26. Alyeska Pipeline
  27. East Penn Manufacturing / Deka Batteries

Have questions about a retailer that is not on this list? Contact us today to speak with someone in Customer Service!

Can I get IKEA packages forwarded to Alaska With Carlile MyConnect?

Yes! You can have packages from IKEA delivered to Alaska.

Use your MyConnect shipping address (instead of your home or business address) anytime you make a purchase and MyConnect will deliver your items to a Carlile terminal near you in Alaska.

Can I get Wayfair shipped to Alaska With Carlile MyConnect?

Yes! You can have Wayfair packages shipped to you in Alaska.

Use your MyConnect shipping address (instead of your home or business address) anytime you make a purchase and MyConnect will deliver your items to a Carlile terminal near you in Alaska.

Can I get my Overstock.com order shipped to Alaska with Carlile MyConnect?

Yes! With Carlile MyConnect, we can help you ship your Overstock.com furniture or home decor purchases to Alaska.

When you use your MyConnect shipping address at checkout instead of your home or business address, MyConnect will deliver your items to the closest Alaskan Carlile terminal for pickup. 

Can I have auto part packages forwarded to Alaska with Carlile MyConnect?

Yes! From custom builds to standard OEM parts, Carlile MyConnect can help ship motorcycle and auto parts to Alaska.

Instead of shipping to your home or business,  use your MyConnect shipping address anytime you make a purchase and MyConnect will deliver your car parts to a Carlile terminal near you in Alaska.

Can I get PartsGeek.com packages forwarded to Alaska with Carlile MyConnect?

Yes! Shop online at PartsGeek.com and have your auto parts order forwarded to Alaska with Carlile MyConnect.

Just use your MyConnect shipping address (instead of your Alaskan home or business address) anytime you make a purchase with PartsGeek and MyConnect will deliver your items to a Carlile package pick-up terminal near you in Alaska.

Can I get my Rockauto.com auto parts order forwarded to Alaska with Carlile MyConnect?

Yes! Big or small, You can have your Rockauto.com orders forwarded to Alaska using the Carlile MyConnect service.

When you checkout, specify your MyConnect shipping address (instead of your Alaskan home or business address) anytime you make a purchase and MyConnect will deliver your auto parts to a Carlile package pick-up terminal near you in Alaska.

Can I place an order with Pier One Imports and have my packages forwarded to Alaska with MyConnect?

Yes! MyConnect will forward Pier 1 packages to Alaska

When you are checking out on the Pier1.com website, use your MyConnect shipping address instead of your Alaskan home or business address and MyConnect will deliver your items to a Carlile package pick-up terminal near you in Alaska. 

Can I place an order with Joss & Main and have it shipped to Alaska with My Connect?

Yes! Looking for furniture or decor? Use Carlile MyConnect to have Joss & Main delivered to Alaska

When checking out at Jossandmain.com, provide your MyConnect shipping address (instead of your normal residential or business address) and MyConnect will deliver your order to an Alaskan Carlile terminal near you.

Package Forwarding to Alaska Pricing

From a small box to furniture and snow machines, MyConnect provides fast, affordable package forwarding to Alaska. With a few small details, get your shipping to Alaska quote today!

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MyConnect is a consumer package forwarding service of Carlile – Alaska’s leading trucking and logistics company with package pick-up terminals in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Kenai, Kodiak, and Prudhoe Bay.
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