Safeway Moving Inc.
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7.2
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Author: Kaitlyn Short
Veteran-owned and based in Florida, Safeway Moving offers local, long-distance, and international moving services and storage options.
The company specializes in providing moving services for large homes and condos and provides its customers with a flat rate price, or hourly rate, for their moves with a promise of no extra charges or hidden fees.
Safeway Moving is granted full operating authority by the U.S. and Canadian governments, which means that the company is authorized to provide services in all states and provinces. With over 100 trucks in its network, Safeway Moving can find you the best solution for an affordable price.
In addition to its traditional moving services, Safeway Moving offers monthly storage for personal and commercial valuables. The company prides itself on being an industry leader in international relocation, moving, storage, and freight forwarding services.
Top Ranked Companies
The Good
- Positive Customer Reviews
- Free Moving Quotes
- No Hidden Fees
- Packing, Unpacking, and Storage Solutions
- International Reach
- Works with Condo Associations
Positive Customer Reviews
Safeway Moving has hundreds of positive reviews on BestCompany.com. Customers are fans of the company’s no-hidden-fee policy. Many say they are satisfied with the company’s transparent pricing and that they were charged the amount they were quoted for their move.
Positive reviews also mentioned the professionalism and timeliness of the company’s movers.
Free Moving Quotes
When moving, it is always a good idea to get pricing quotes from several moving companies to see which would be the best fit for your move. Safeway Moving provides free quotes via email or over the phone.
No Hidden Fees
Some moving companies provide quotes that are inaccurate, too low, or that do not mention fees or additional charges that a customer could potentially incur. Safeway Moving is different in that it promises customers that it does not charge hidden fees or add on extra charges.
The company quotes movers a flat rate price, or hourly rate, and does not charge for travel time back and forth between counties as some companies do.
Packing, Unpacking, and Storage Solutions
In addition to moving, Safeway Moving can pack and unpack your belongings as a part of your move. The company utilizes appropriate packing, crushing, and labeling protocols to effectively and efficiently protect your belongings.
Safeway Moving offers its customers personal and commercial storage solutions, including for those moving internationally. Items are stored in wooden storage vaults equipped with anti-theft security alarm systems.
Customers can start renting storage space anytime and are charged monthly with the first month’s rent being free as an introductory special. As a benefit, Safeway Moving promises to match or beat its competitors' storage pricing, so movers looking for storage should shop around to guarantee the lowest price.
International Reach
Because international moves can be more complicated and stressful, Safeway Moving is committed to making the process run smoothly. The company has seventeen international licensees and relationships with more than 300 preferred global partners. While it seems Safeway specializes in moves within North America, it encourages customers to call their customer service reps for information on moves outside of the United States and Canada.
As a bonus, Safeway Moving's move coordinators can help guide customers through a variety of questions that may arise during an international move. The company can provide information on the destination country, climate, schools, and shipping regulations that can affect what movers are allowed to transport into the country.
Works with Condo Associations
Many condo associations require moving companies to verify licensing, insurance, and credentials to mitigate risk. It is common for most moving companies to carry the minimum insurance policy required by law which is $750,000. Safeway Moving carries a 1 million dollar insurance policy and carries current licensing.
The Bad
- No Pricing Information Online
- Some Negative Reviews
- No Cleaning Services
No Pricing Information Online
Many moving companies will offer movers a way to obtain a moving cost estimate online. This is convenient and makes comparing several moving companies’ quotes quick and easy. Safeway Moving does not provide any baseline pricing information on its website, so movers must call or email the company directly for a quote.
Some Negative Reviews
While the majority of the company’s online reviews are glowing, some negative reviews say they were charged hidden fees after they were told there wouldn’t be any. Potential customers should carefully review quotes, read the fine print in contracts, and ask for clarification on moving costs if there are areas that could be ambiguous.
No Cleaning Services
Some moving services companies advertise a larger variety of services that can make a move easier and more convenient for customers such as cleaning services, move planners, and information specifically to assist with military moves.
The Bottom Line
Safeway Moving's full-service coverage can be very helpful for those moving long distances. The company’s storage service also provides customers with a convenient solution to storage needs when they arrive at their destination; no finding and arranging delivery to a separate storage facility.
Overall, we are impressed by Safeway’s promise of flat rate moving quotes with no hidden fees, as well as its price match or beat guarantee for its storage services.
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