Harrison's by Apple Moving is a family-owned moving company based in Chesapeake, Virginia, serving the Tidewater area since 1956. They offer residential, commercial, and international moving services, as well as military relocations. Their team of Smithfield, VA movers is trained to handle your belongings with care and attention to detail, ensuring a smooth and stress-free moving experience. Harrison's prides itself on providing personalized service, understanding that every move is unique and tailoring their services to fit your needs. With over 65 years of experience, their reputation has earned them respect from clients across the country and worldwide.
Harrison Moving & Storage Co
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The Great Guys Moving Rating Index (GGMRI) is an impartial score of the best movers in a city.About Harrison Moving & Storage Co
Moving Services
- Local Moves
- LongDistance Moves
- International Moves
- Residential Moves
- Commercial Moves
- Packing Services
- Loading and Unloading
- Transportation Services
- Storage Services
- Military Moves
USDOT Interstate LicenseIf you’re moving across state lines, you likely need to hire a moving company with a VALID USDOT license. This licensing information comes from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and applies to a moving company's ability to perform a long distance INTERstate move (for example: from California to Texas). If your move crosses state lines within the same commercial zone, or metropolitan area (for example: DC to Alexandria, VA), it is generally not considered an interstate move and a moving company may not need an "Active" license from FMCSA to perform this type of move. INTRAstate moves (within the same state or city) are regulated by state and local jurisdictions and licensing requirements vary according to locale.
If you’re moving across state lines, you likely need to hire a moving company with a VALID USDOT license. This licensing information comes from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and applies to a moving company's ability to perform a long distance INTERstate move (for example: from California to Texas). If your move crosses state lines within the same commercial zone, or metropolitan area (for example: DC to Alexandria, VA), it is generally not considered an interstate move and a moving company may not need an "Active" license from FMCSA to perform this type of move. INTRAstate moves (within the same state or city) are regulated by state and local jurisdictions and licensing requirements vary according to locale.Authorized
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Summarized Review of Harrison Moving & Storage Co
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
7.8/10
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
Harrison Moving & Storage Co is highly regarded for its efficient and professional teams, exceptional packaging, and speedy service, though there are a few mentions of dissatisfaction regarding attention to detail and customer service.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Julie and Tatiana were lovely and efficient”
“great work by movers”
“Tatiana was phenomenal, excellent packaging, clean and orderly.”
2. Punctuality
7.05/10
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Harrison Moving & Storage Co generally appears to provide timely service with several instances of prompt arrivals and on-schedule deliveries, although a notable number of complaints highlight issues with lateness and scheduling mishaps.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“accomplished the task on time”
“loaders arrived promptly”
“promptness delivered”
3. Affordability
7.64/10
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Harrison Moving & Storage Co is generally perceived as offering competitive, reasonable prices, with many reviews noting costs below estimates and better rates compared to competitors, despite a few reports of unexpected charges and higher prices.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“under budget indicates affordability”
“Harrisons was the most competitive”
“not super expensive”
4. Communication
6.06/10
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Harrison Moving & Storage Co receives mixed feedback, with notable praise for their professionalism and responsiveness from many customers, yet significant criticism from others experiencing poor service and unresponsiveness.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“limited English led to some difficulty with communication”
“VP of sales called after posting review”
“packers are well spoken”
5. Stick to Prices
7.23/10
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Harrison Moving & Storage Co generally maintains their quoted prices for customers with many expressing satisfaction at costs meeting or being below estimates, although there are a few reports of prices increasing or not honoring quotes.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“under budget means they stuck to quoted prices”
“promised a direct delivery and that was a lie”
“did not stick to quoted prices for damages”
6. Speed
8.12/10
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Harrison Moving & Storage Co generally provides quick and efficient moving services, with the vast majority of customers noting fast, thorough, and professional work, despite a few reports of delays and slow performance from some crew members.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“moved fast”
“got the job done fast and efficient”
“They were quick and thorough”
7. Friendliness
8.69/10
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Harrison Moving & Storage Co generally receives high praise for the courteous and professional demeanor of its team, though a few reports highlight instances of rudeness or unprofessional behavior.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Julie and Tatiana were lovely”
“Julie and Andres are very kind”
“VP of sales was friendly”
8. Will Hire Again
7.44/10
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Harrison Moving & Storage Co is overwhelmingly recommended for future moves, with a vast majority of customers expressing high satisfaction and a strong propensity to rehire alongside a few dissatisfied voices.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“highly recommend them and would use again”
“would hire again”
“can not recommend highly enough.”
9. Professionalism
7.77/10
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Harrison Moving & Storage Co receives predominantly high praise for their professionalism, demonstrating skills, respectfulness, and efficient service, despite a few instances of dissatisfaction regarding behavior and packing standards.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Tatiana and Paola are true professionals”
“crew smoking with belongings half packed”
“Very professional crew members”
10. Conflict Handling
2.49/10
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Harrison Moving & Storage Co appears to be significantly lacking, as evidenced by numerous reports of unresolved issues and damages, with only a few instances where the company sought to address or rectify the problems.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“claim settled after posting review”
“Always willing to help find a solution”
“minimal damage, seems third-party issue”
11. Precision & Care
6.67/10
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Harrison Moving & Storage Co generally provides careful and attentive service, though there are notable instances of damage and negligence that cannot be ignored.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“packed our things with care”
“Excellent packaging and orderly service.”
“tv was not properly packed and damaged”
Customer Insights
Local Move Duration: 5 hours from 5 reviews
Interstate Move Duration: 2 days from 5 reviews
Great Crew Members
| Julie, Tatiana | were lovely, efficient, and careful packers |
| Julius, Daniel, Roy | undoubted and accomplished the task efficiently |
| Tatiana, Erick | great and moved fast |
| Tatiana | phenomenal, excellent packaging, clean and orderly. |
| Tatiana, Paola | excellent packaging and professional |
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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