I usually don’t write reviews, but my experience with the service was so negative that I feel it's important to share a warning. I arranged my move with the company in New Jersey, unaware that they would outsource the entire job to another provider. When the movers arrived, they immediately informed me that the price would be higher, even before assessing what needed to be moved. Their reasoning was that I had a king-size bed and a large sofa, despite having listed those items on the paperwork during booking. The mover attempted to justify the price increase by labeling it a “large king-size bed,” which is nonsensical. A king-size bed is just that, and a four-seater sofa remains a four-seater sofa. This felt like a classic bait-and-switch tactic: quote one price initially, then raise it upon arrival. From that moment, everything deteriorated.
The final bill ended up being over three times the initial estimate. While they didn’t guarantee a specific delivery date, my belongings took nearly three weeks to reach New York — completely unacceptable for a domestic move. When they finally arrived, I was hit with an unexpected charge: a $500 “shuttle fee” to transport my items from New Jersey to Brooklyn. This fee was never disclosed in advance. The costs kept escalating from the start to the end of the journey. Upon arrival, the condition of my belongings was appalling. Several items were damaged, including my TV, mirror, and vacuum, and some boxes were missing entirely. I have photographic evidence of the damage. It was evident that my items were not handled with any care. Communication throughout the entire process was abysmal. Neither the company nor the subcontractor accepted responsibility for any issues. Every update was filled with excuses, delays, or blame-shifting. The whole experience was stressful, misleading, and felt like a complete exploitation from start to finish. I strongly advise against using this service — spare yourself the hassle, the unexpected charges, and the damage to your possessions.
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