You’ve been tracking your delivery all week. Maybe it’s a new piece of furniture, a grocery order for the week ahead, or something valuable you don’t want sitting outside for long.

Then your day shifts. A meeting runs over, school pickup takes longer than expected, or something unexpected pops up. Now the package is on its way, but you won’t be home to receive it.

So what do you do?

If you’re facing a delivery that needs a signature or just want to make sure everything arrives safely, there are a few quick fixes that might help. And if those don’t work, there’s an even simpler option: bringing in someone you trust to wait on your behalf. Let’s walk through your choices and show you how Simplified can make the whole thing a lot less stressful.

First, What Happens If You Miss a Delivery?

Each carrier has its own way of handling missed deliveries, and it often depends on whether a signature is required.

UPS may leave a delivery notice and attempt delivery again the next day. FedEx could hold your package at a pickup location. Amazon will sometimes leave your items at the door, but for high-value deliveries, you may need to reschedule. And USPS? They’ll usually leave a slip with instructions on how to retrieve it from your local post office.

The problem? If you’re not available, these solutions often mean delays, extra errands, and some very inconvenient timing.

Options You Can Try on Your Own

If you’ve still got a little time before the package arrives, there are a few things you can do:

• Log in to the carrier’s app or website to reschedule or reroute your delivery.
• Leave clear delivery instructions (if allowed), such as where to safely drop the package.
• Authorize a drop-off with a signed note or via the carrier’s platform.
• Ask a neighbor or friend if they can be home to accept the delivery for you.

These fixes can work in a pinch, but they’re not always reliable. Some items still require a physical signature, and many deliveries come with wide windows that are hard for anyone to wait around for.

Want Peace of Mind? Simplified Will Wait for You

When you can’t be there yourself, Simplified can be.

Our Waiting Service is designed for situations exactly like this: when you need something delivered, but you can’t drop everything to be there. We show up so you don’t have to.

No scrambling. No missed delivery tags. Just a calm, capable professional handling things on your behalf.

Here’s how we help:

• We wait at your home during the delivery window so you’re not stuck rearranging your day.
• We sign for the package and make sure everything arrives as expected.
• We bring items safely inside (no boxes left on the porch).
• We handle issues on the spot. Damaged item? Missing pieces? We’ll communicate with the driver and notify you right away.
• We can send photos or updates if you’d like confirmation when everything is received.

It’s like having a personal assistant who treats your home with the same care you would.

Real-Life Scenarios Our Clients Trust Us With

Simplified clients use our Waiting Service for all kinds of deliveries and appointments, including:

• Furniture and appliance drop-offs
• High-value tech shipments that require a signature
• Grocery deliveries when perishables need to go inside
• Contractor or repair visits where someone needs to be present
• Multi-package deliveries that can’t be left unattended

In each case, our clients feel better knowing they don’t have to rearrange their day or hope a neighbor remembers to check the porch. They know we’ll be there—and handle everything just the way they would.

What to Do Next (Even If It’s Last Minute)

Here’s a quick action plan if you’re currently staring down a delivery you can’t be home for:

1. Check your tracking info to confirm the delivery window and signature requirements.
2. See if your carrier allows for rescheduling or alternative delivery instructions.
3. Reach out to someone you trust, or better yet, bring in our team.
4. Contact us to schedule a Waiting Service appointment. We’ll take it from there.

You Don’t Have to Put Your Day On Hold

Packages don’t always arrive on your schedule, but that doesn’t mean your whole day should stop to accommodate them. Whether it’s a bulky item, a time-sensitive delivery, or something you simply want handled with care, you deserve a reliable backup plan.

With Simplified’s Waiting Service, you can go about your day knowing your delivery will be received, inspected, and brought safely inside (exactly how you’d want it).

Ready to stop worrying about being home to sign for a package? Book our Waiting Service today, and we’ll take it from here.