For no-stress and no-complication moving labor services, Ferndale-based Big Guy for Hire is your go-to partner. Not everyone wants or can afford a full end-to-end moving service, so when you only want extra hands, you can provide a truck or a storage unit, and this locally-owned and operated company will be there. Serving the Southeastern Michigan area, especially those who are looking for movers in Detroit, MI, Big Guy for Hire offers a wide range of services from loading and unloading, local and interstate truck driving, and furniture assembly and disassembly to property clean-ups. With 15 years of experience, Big Guy for Hire does the job right so you can focus on more important matters.
Big Guy for Hire
About Big Guy for Hire
Additional Cities Served: Warren, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor, Flint, Dearborn, TroyShow More >
Moving Services
- Local and interstate rental truck driving
- Truck or container loading and unloading
- Furniture assembly
- Office, cubicle, and workspace moving and reassembly
- Consolidations and organization moving
- Art studio moving
- Trash outs and cleanups
- Carpet removal
- Non demolition construction labor
- Same day service (subject to availability)
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Summarized Review of Big Guy for Hire
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
9.07/10
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
Big Guy for Hire is highly regarded for their professionalism, efficiency, and courteous service, despite a few isolated incidents of dissatisfaction.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“terrible experience with damaged items and slow work”
“fantastic job on my move today”
“got the job done quickly and perfectly”
2. Punctuality
8.47/10
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Big Guy for Hire generally receives high praise for their timeliness and communication about arrival times, despite a few reports of inconsistencies and delays.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“showed up at inconsistent times and late”
“they showed up on time”
“They were on time”
3. Affordability
9.41/10
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Big Guy for Hire is consistently praised for its reasonable pricing, being frequently described as providing great value, unbeatable rates, and cost-effective services despite rare mentions of higher costs with upcharges.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“The price is the best you'll find for a big move ”
“more than reasonable price ”
“prices are very reasonable”
4. Communication
8.4/10
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Big Guy for Hire generally receives praise for their responsive, efficient, and professional interaction with clients, though a few instances of poor communication and unprofessional behavior have been noted.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“terrible communication”
“extremely communicative crew ”
“Easy to work with”
5. Stick to Prices
8.31/10
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Big Guy for Hire generally maintains consistent pricing as promised, with very few instances of cost adjustments during service.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“everything as promised from quote to end”
“cost slightly more than quoted”
“stopped the clock and was not charged extra”
6. Speed
9/10
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Big Guy for Hire generally receives high praise for their efficient and quick moving services, despite a few reports of slower than expected performance.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“moved extremely slowly to run up labor charge”
“worked hard and super quickly”
“got the job done quickly”
7. Friendliness
9.25/10
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Big Guy for Hire generally receives glowing feedback about their extremely polite, courteous, and friendly staff, despite a few isolated reports of rudeness.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“very rude”
“the guys were all so nice”
“extremely respectful and efficient ”
8. Will Hire Again
8.9/10
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Big Guy for Hire generally receives glowing endorsements, with numerous customers expressing emphatic satisfaction and intent to use their services in the future, despite a few isolated instances of dissatisfaction.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“would definitely not hire again”
“definitely recommend and would use them again”
“Top-tier recommendation and appreciation for the movers ”
9. Professionalism
8.85/10
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Big Guy for Hire generally receives high praise for their professional conduct, knowledgeable service, and courteous attitude, although there are a few instances of dissatisfaction due to unprofessional behavior.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“unprofessional conduct”
“Highly professional crew with lots of experience & knowledge ”
“professional communication with the owner ”
10. Conflict Handling
5.98/10
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Big Guy for Hire displays a polarized reputation, with multiple instances of going above and beyond in customer service being countered by several reports of unaddressed issues and customer dissatisfaction.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“refuses to return my $75 deposit”
“willing to go up and beyond”
“Took doors off and removed handles to fit items”
11. Precision & Care
9.12/10
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Big Guy for Hire generally receives high praise for their careful and respectful handling of customers' property, despite a few reports of damage and concerns over proper care.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“ripped an arm off an antique chair”
“handled my belongings with care”
“everything was strapped down really well”
Customer Insights
Local Move Duration: 4 hours from 19 reviews
Great Crew Members
| Derek, Trey, Herb | Derek moved items like a perfect dance, fast & efficient work |
| Derek, Justin | extremely efficient and communicative |
| Derek,Trey | Super nice and quick during the move |
| John | John ensured a professional service |
| John | very helpful in informing me about all the supplies |
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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