For over 100 years, McCarthy Transfer & Storage has been one of the most trusted moving companies in the San Diego area. This third-generation family-owned and operated business began in 1919 and has continued to provide excellent service to customers moving locally, statewide, and long distance across the country. McCarthy offers comprehensive residential and commercial services, including furniture disassembly and reassembly, packing and unpacking, loading and unloading, and secure on-site warehouse storage solutions – all at affordable rates. It has highly trained movers duly certified by the American Moving & Storage Association and accredited by the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating. They will make your move easy and stress-free and get your belongings safely where you want them. McCarthy Transfer & Storage is based in El Cajon, CA.
McCarthy Transfer & Storage
The Great Guys Moving Rating Index (GGMRI) is an impartial score of the best movers in a city.About McCarthy Transfer & Storage
Additional Cities Served: Lake Elsinore, National City, La Mesa, Santee, Beaumont, PowayShow More >
Moving Services
- Local Moving
- LongDistance Moving
- Intrastate Moving
- Residential Moving
- Commercial Moving
- Corporate Moving
- Storage Solutions
- Packing and Unpacking
- Crating
- OnSite Moving
California Moving License
Active
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for Interstate Moves
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Summarized Review of McCarthy Transfer & Storage
We've analyzed the customer reviews to provide a summarized snapshot. Imagine the challenge of sifting through and reading every single review a moving company has ever received. Could you spot the fake reviews? Could you formulate a well-rounded analyses, or would you be left relying on a gut feeling?
Our rigorous evaluation process addresses this by meticulously vetting each moving company based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience:
1. Quality
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
McCarthy Transfer & Storage receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for their service, professionalism, and efficiency, with a few isolated incidents of dissatisfaction.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“great work by movers”
“Don’t use this company.”
“horrible overall experience”
2. Punctuality
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
McCarthy Transfer & Storage consistently demonstrates exceptional punctuality, with numerous reports of arriving on time or even early, showcasing their commitment to timely service and efficient schedule management.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Danny and his team were on time”
“They were on time, if not EARLY”
“always punctual”
3. Affordability
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
McCarthy Transfer & Storage is largely appreciated for its competitive and fair pricing, with most customers highlighting the company's reasonable quotes, binding offers with no surprises, and instances of lowering initial quotes, despite a few criticisms regarding hidden fees.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“best quality price”
“Fair pricing and true to their word”
“Their rates are competitive”
4. Communication
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
McCarthy Transfer & Storage generally excels, demonstrating consistent and effective interactions with their clients, marked by professionalism and responsiveness, though there are a few isolated instances of dissatisfaction.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“harassed and belittled her”
“constant contact prior to arrival”
“Informing of items during transport”
5. Stick to Prices
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
McCarthy Transfer & Storage receives mixed feedback with customers expressing both satisfaction for holding true to estimates and criticism for hidden fees and price changes.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“attempted to change move date for their benefit”
“the bid was a lot less than the actual bill”
“no surprises or going over budgeted time”
6. Speed
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
McCarthy Transfer & Storage is overwhelmingly acclaimed for their fast, efficient service, with nearly all statements highlighting their quick and effective moving process.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“efficient implies quick move”
“quick and efficient”
“worked quickly”
7. Friendliness
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
McCarthy Transfer & Storage overwhelmingly receives praise for their courteous, polite, and professional demeanor, with nearly all customers highlighting positive interactions, though a few exceptions note some negative experiences.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“they are friendly”
“harassed and belittled her”
“courteous, polite and great guys to be around”
8. Will Hire Again
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
McCarthy Transfer & Storage overwhelmingly receives high praise for their services, with a vast majority of customers expressing eagerness to use their services again, despite a few negative experiences.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“would hire again”
“they harassed and belittled my mom.”
“would definitely not hire again”
9. Professionalism
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
McCarthy Transfer & Storage overwhelmingly receives praise for its professional, efficient, and respectful staff, despite a few reports of unprofessionalism and mishandling.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“crew was professional”
“attempted to fiscally use my elderly mom.”
“unprofessional treatment of elderly customer”
10. Conflict Handling
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
McCarthy Transfer & Storage has shown inconsistency, with several incidents of unaddressed issues and mistreatment, despite a few instances where they demonstrated a commitment to resolving problems.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“mistreatment and harassment instead of problem-solving.”
“did not show willingness to rectify their approach”
“Provided clear guidance on how to file claims”
11. Precision & Care
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
McCarthy Transfer & Storage demonstrates a high level of proficiency and attention, with numerous clients highlighting their careful packing, attention to detail, and ability to transport items without damage, despite a few reports of mishandling and damage.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“they protected everything well”
“They handled our items with care”
“carefully wrapped everything”
Great Crew Members
| Danny | Danny and his team were professional and efficient |
| Danny, Luis, Lamar, Aaron | hard working, courteous, polite and great guys |
| Julio B., Carlos C. | Took initiative, were organized, assisted with building |
| McCarthy | did a great job |
| Julio, Luis | went above and beyond in their service |
How do we review a moving company?
Imagine the challenge of sifting through and reading every single review a moving company has ever received. Could you spot the fake reviews? Could you formulate a well-rounded analyses, or would you be left relying on a gut feeling?
Our rigorous evaluation process addresses this by meticulously vetting each moving company based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience:
- 1. Quality
Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.
- 2. Punctuality
Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?
- 3. Affordability
1 = extremely expensive, 10 = extremely affordable
- 4. Communication
Was the office staff quick to respond to questions prior to moving day? Did the moving crew notify you on the day of move regarding any changes to the original schedule? If there were any issues to resolve after moving day, was an office manager quick to respond and address problems encountered?
- 5. Stick to Prices
Was a lowball quote provided to earn business only to see the final moving day price increase substantially?
- 6. Speed
Did the movers seem to take their precious time in an attempt to increase the overall cost of the move? Remember, moving is HARD work and some breaks should be expected!
- 7. Friendliness
Was the moving crew cordial and friendly to be around on moving day?
- 8. Will Hire Again
How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again for their next move.
- 9. Professionalism
Did the moving crew behave in a professional manner on moving day?
- 10. Conflict Handling
Accidents can and will likely happen at some point on moving day. How a moving company responds to these accidents can say a lot about the company.
- 11. Precision & Care
Were walls scratched? Did furniture get scuffed, broken, or lost?
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