Smart Move Moving And Storage
Google rating
4.6
Ratings counted
379
Are 1 or 2 star
10.0%Above typical
The rating breakdown
38 of the 379 ratings in Google’s published star breakdown for Smart Move Moving And Storage are one or two star.
Against other movers in Tempe
5.1 percentage points higher than the middle of the 11 movers in Tempe we can publish a rate for.
Google’s published star breakdown
| Rating | Distribution | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 star | 336 | 88.7% | |
| 4 star | 2 | 0.5% | |
| 3 star | 3 | 0.8% | |
| 2 star | 7 | 1.8% | |
| 1 star | 31 | 8.2% |
Counts as published by Google in its star breakdown, not the reviews we have read. Google also publishes a review count, which does not always match this total. Each row is rounded on its own, so the shares need not add to exactly 100%.
- 0–5%
- 7,048
- 5–10%
- 1,993
- 10–20%
- 1,265
- 20%+
- 454
The marker is Smart Move Moving And Storage at 10.0%. The typical mover among the 10,760 we can publish a rate for sits at 3.0%.
Every company with at least 20 ratings in Google’s published star breakdown. Rates come from those breakdowns, not from the reviews we have read.
What the complaints say
Moving goes wrong in a small number of specific ways. These are the ones reviewers describe in the low-star reviews we have read for Smart Move Moving And Storage, counted by matching the words they used.
- Damage to belongings19 · 53%
- Items missing or never delivered10 · 28%
- Crew conduct9 · 25%
- Price rose after the quote6 · 17%
- Belongings withheld over payment3 · 8%
- Late, delayed or a no-show2 · 6%
- Claim or refund went nowhere1 · 3%
- Stopped responding1 · 3%
Counted across the 36 one and two star reviews we have read for Smart Move Moving And Storage. A review can describe more than one problem, so these do not add to 100%. Each share is rounded on its own.
In their own words
Absolutely Avoid – Bait and Switch Scam We had an awful experience with this moving company. They initially gave us a reasonable estimate via email, but once our belongings were loaded onto the truck, they overcharged us by nearly $200! To make matters worse, they refused to unload our things unless we paid the extra amount—essentially holding our belongings ransom. We even called the police, but they couldn’t help since it was considered a civil matter.
We appreciate all feedback as it helps us improve our services. We would like to address the concerns raised in the recent review to provide clarity for our valued customers. Scheduling and Timing: Ms.
Beware! I'm only giving 1 star because I have in order to post. Read the reviews before you hire this company. I will just leave the email here for you all to read. Mind you I never got a response after it was forwarded to upper management. Not even an apology. Hi Logan, I wanted to bring this to your attention before I leave a review so you are not surprised. We have moved many many times and this was by far the worst experience. Your movers were very inexperienced, stoned, and sloppy.
Hi Christina — I’m sorry to hear you had a disappointing experience, and I appreciate you posting these details. This is not the standard we expect from our crews. We’re not seeing the email you referenced on our end, but we absolutely want to review this with you.
UPDATE: Owner called and told me the move will not be happening today at 6:00pm, I wasted ALL day waiting to hear from them and they call to tell me that they don’t have time, at the end of the day! He was very rude on the phone and not empathetic whatsoever. DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY FOR YOUR MOVES. If I could give this place zero stars I would. I ordered a morning move, they didn’t show up. I tried to call MANY times and still no response.
We believe in open communication and value the opportunity to address any concerns. As such, we're responding to a recent review to provide more context and insight into the situation. Our client, Jyssica, had a moving service booked with us, for which she had a preference for a morning slot.
At first I was pleased with the service because they moved very quickly. Once I was finally settled in I turned on my room tv to find out that they broke it. I called this morning to file a claim and I was told that I have to wait for the claims team to reach out to me. I was also told that they are only offering .60 cents per pound which is not going to cover the cost of a 65” tv.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and I’m sorry to hear about the issue with your TV. That’s never the experience we want for any customer, especially after an otherwise smooth and efficient move. Your claim was reviewed by our team along with the move documents.
Did not have the tools to remove legs from a couch. Tried to move large sofa through glass sliding doors, squeezing on glass almost broke it. Why not use the front door? Safer less risk.So now I have to call another mover to move the sofa that's left in my apartment. 2 hours to load, 30 minutes to unload. Same wrapping, same unwrapping, just furniture no packing/ unpacking. 2 hours to pack couch , twin beds and and dinning table set. Loosers. You will pay twice.
Hi Nicole, I’m the owner of Smart Move Moving & Storage, and I’m sorry this experience was so frustrating for you. For anyone reading, I’d like to share a bit of context about what happened on this job: Our crew arrived with their standard tools, but the screws on the sofa legs were already…
Started off with a low quote from the estimator (Logan) even I thought it was surprisingly low so I pushed back and questioned him, he assured me it should be done in a timely manner and that prices wouldn’t increase much more than that… About an hour or two into the job I get a call letting me know it’s going to be an hour extra on both ends (load/unload) $300 extra later, that’s fine. When we get to the destination I get another phone call, another extra $400 for the move.
Hi Bryce, thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize for any frustration you experienced during your move. After reviewing your concerns, it appears that the scope of work changed during the process, which required additional services not initially included in the estimate.
Where to start… We had multiple conversations with this company before our move to go over all of the details—how much we had, what supplies and services were needed—and were repeatedly reassured everything was covered. On moving day, the crew arrived completely unprepared and clearly had not been informed of what was required.
we’re sorry you felt the experience was disorganized. Once issues were identified on site, our operations manager came out and reloaded the truck to complete the move. We did not bill for the unload/reload or the downtime, and we reduced the final invoice by several hundred dollars due to the…
So I want to first start off by saying my initial review was going to be much more positive than this one. My original moving date was December 16. However, as Monday came, I called and was advised the movers that I was scheduled for would not arrive until 3 or 4pm. I advised that time frame would be unacceptable as once the truck would be loaded the drivers would encounter rush hour traffic and I was not willing to pay for that also at the end of the day the movers would more than likely be exhausted and the pace…
First and foremost, we’re really sorry this move turned out to be such a stressful experience for you and your wife. Our goal is to make every relocation smooth and hassle-free, so we definitely understand your frustration over the late start time, stacking issues, and the damage to your wife’s…
What satisfied customers point to
The same method, applied to the four and five star reviews. Most movers are praised for the same handful of things, so what is missing here is often as telling as what is present.
- Worked hard and fast130 · 40%
- Professional and courteous120 · 37%
- Careful with belongings40 · 12%
- Kept in touch18 · 6%
- Turned up when they said15 · 5%
- Price matched the quote1 · <1%
Counted across the 326 four and five star reviews we have read for Smart Move Moving And Storage. A review can mention more than one thing.
In their own words
Malik, Dan & TY did an outstanding job moving my one bedroom furniture set from Litchfield Park to Flagstaff. They were punctual and worked carefully, diligently and professional. They maintained clear and consistent communication throughout the moving process. I highly recommend Smart Movers and this crew in particular to anyone considering a move.
Thank you, David, for taking the time to leave us a review! We're delighted to hear that Malik, Dan, and TY did an outstanding job with your move from Litchfield Park to Flagstaff. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're glad we could meet your expectations.
I just went though a divorce and needed to move from my home to an apartment. Damian contacted me with a quote-a little more than others I called but what sold me was the effeciency of the proposal, the explanation, I didn't feel pressured. It was worth the little extra for pience of mind. Not one item missing or borken. The team: Ricky,Harley,Juleius were proffessional, quick, efficient, and carefull. It amazed me how much care went to protecting my items.
Thank you for sharing your experience, Sherlynn! We understand moving can be stressful, especially during big life changes, so it's wonderful to hear that Damian, Ricky, Harley, and Juleius made your move smooth and enjoyable. We're glad our team's efficiency and care gave you peace of mind.
The office was amazing. Very reasonable pricing. Extremely professional. I was concerned about my couch fitting into the door opening for my second floor apt but they made it work.
Thanks, Gavy! We’re so glad our team was able to make everything fit smoothly, even with the tricky couch situation. We appreciate your kind words about our office and pricing, and we’re happy we could make the move stress-free for you!
I recently used movers Malik and Nick, and they were absolutely amazing! From start to finish, they were professional, efficient, and incredibly careful with all of my belongings. They worked quickly without cutting corners, made sure everything was packed and loaded securely, and went above and beyond to make the entire moving process smooth and stress-free. What really stood out was their positive attitude and attention to detail—nothing felt rushed or careless.
Justin, thank you for the amazing review! We’re so glad to hear Malik and Nick made your move such a smooth experience. They really take pride in their work, and your kind words will mean a lot to them. We appreciate you recommending them and are happy we could make your move stress-free!
What Google’s own summary highlights
Google surfaces topics it finds across a business’s reviews. They skew positive across every mover we hold, so treat them as a summary of what this company is praised for rather than a balanced picture.
- kind staff42
- smooth move15
- quick move10
- damaged furniture8
- professional movers8
- careful movers4
- safe moving3
- flawless move2
- emergency move2
- damaged headboard2
Where else this company appears
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