Service Overview

We print your checks on secure MICR check stock, insert them with any accompanying documents, mail them to recipients, and —all while you maintain complete control and security over your payments.

COMMON Check Printing PROJECTS:

  • Vendor, supplier, contractor, and freelancer payments
  • Insurance claim payments
  • Rebate and incentive programs
  • Class action settlements and legal settlements distributions
  • Customer refunds and reimbursements
  • Payroll checks (special circumstances)

Key Benefits:

Our Secure 6-Step Process

1. Data Receipt

Securely submit your payment data via CSV, Excel, or secure file transfer.

2. Check Printing

Checks are printed on secure MICR stock using your custom check design with bank routing numbers, account numbers, and security features.

3. Quality Control

Every check undergoes quality control to ensure processing integrity and completeness.

4. Document Assembly

Fold and insert checks with letters, payment stubs, or supporting documents, and seal in envelopes or use secure pressure-seal technology.

5. Mail Preparation & Optimization

Address validation, USPS presorting for discounted postage rates, and Intelligent Mail barcoding for tracking.

6. Mailing

Checks mailed via First-Class Mail or via expedited services if needed.

Why Choose Tab for Check Printing & Mailing

Technical Specifications

Check Production

  • Check Stock: High-security MICR paper with fraud protection features
  • MICR Encoding: Bank-compliant magnetic ink character recognition
  • Security Features: Watermarks, microprinting, chemical protection, security warnings
  • Custom Design: Your logo, bank information, and branding

Data Processing

  • File Formats: CSV, Excel, fixed-width text, QuickBooks exports
  • Data Fields: Payee name, address, amount, memo, check number, date, remittance details
  • Validation: Automated verification of data formatting
  • Duplicate Detection: Flag potential duplicate payments

Document Assembly

  • Insert Options: Single checks, checks with letters, self-mailer checks
  • Envelopes: Standard #10, window envelopes, or custom sizes
  • Windowing: Address visible through window for efficient processing

Mailing Services

  • Address Validation: NCOA and CASS certification for deliverability
  • Postal Optimization: Presorting for discounted rates
  • Tracking: Intelligent Mail barcoding (IMB) for USPS tracking
  • Delivery Confirmation: Available for certified or registered mail

Security & Compliance

  • SOC 2 Type II Compliant: Annual security audits
  • Encrypted Transmission: 256-bit SSL for all data transfers
  • Positive Pay Files: Export files for bank fraud prevention systems
  • Secure Storage: All check stock stored in restricted-access facility

Reporting & Tracking

  • Production Reports: Detailed logs of all checks printed
  • Mailing Reports: Confirmation of mail drop dates
  • Exception Reports: Flagged items requiring attention
  • Reconciliation Files: For accounting system import

“Tab did a great job for my organization when we had to print and mail a large number of checks in a class action settlement.  They handled everything from start to finish and the project went very smoothly.”

Legal Consultant

“Tab Service Company has been handling our check printing and mailing for over a year now, and we couldn’t be happier. Everything runs smoothly, payments go out on time, and we’ve had zero complaints.”

Bank

  • Custom enterprise and bulk pricing based on complexity
  • Simple check only
  • Check with single insert
  • Check with multiple inserts
  • Includes: MICR check stock, printing, envelope, First-Class postage, tracking
  • Volume discounts available
  • Secure MICR check stock
  • Custom check design with your branding
  • Data validation and duplicate detection
  • Address verification (NCOA)
  • Postal optimization and presorting
  • First-Class Mail postage
  • Intelligent Mail barcoding for tracking
  • Production and mailing reports
  • Audit trail documentation
  • Custom check design setup:
    One-time fee
  • Rush processing:
    24-48 hour turnaround
  • Certified mail:
    Additional per-piece fee