Carriers are updating how they charge for pickups—and it's going to affect shipping budgets across the board. Here's what’s changing, and how ShipPlug can help you stay ahead:
Starting August 18, FedEx will increase its automated (recurring Ground) pickup fee from $18 to $19 per week—even if you're just shipping the same volume as before.
FedEx is replacing the flat weekly rate ($23/46 previously) with a day-based pricing model. It will range from $7.50–$35.50 per week, plus an additional $12 per weekend pickup day.
Instead of the current per-package charges ($3–$5 per item), FedEx will switch to a per-stop model, with fees of $9–$22.75 per pickup request, depending on timing and scheduling.
Predictable flat fees are out. Variable costs are in.
Weekend pickups and on-call requests will be significantly more expensive.
Invoice forecasting and shipment planning just got more complicated.
Audit pickup invoices carefully—a weekly +$1 adds up fast.
Rethink your pickup schedule—could one weekly pickup replace multiple smaller ones?
Use ShipPlug audits to identify improper billing, hidden fees, or overcharges.
We flag pickup-related variances so you’re not surprised at billing time.
We recover every dollar you're owed—from late refunds to fee corrections.
We give you back time, and peace of mind—no manual invoice combing required.
Bottom Line: As carriers shift to more granular fee structures, vigilance is more important than ever. Let ShipPlug plug the leaks in your shipping spend—so your pricing strategy doesn’t get sunk by small but recurring charges.
Need help figuring out how these changes affect you? Reach out for a free audit today and get clarity on your upcoming charges.