Located in Vancouver, WA, Big Al’s Specialty Movers is a family-owned and operated full-service moving company offering relocation services since 2000. The company currently serves 11 western states with routes to California and Seattle. It provides residential and commercial moves, whether local or long-distance. As a moving specialist, it definitely understands the needs of those looking for movers in Portland, OR. Big Al also offers full-service packing, loading, and storage solutions; it owns a 12,000-square-foot climate-controlled storage and warehouse facility. The Big Al team ensures safe and secure packing of furnishings and boxes to make your transition a pleasant one. This reputable moving company also offers other services, including furniture moving, piano moving, and specialty items moving for your safes, pool tables, spas, and more.
Big Al's Specialty Movers
About Big Al's Specialty Movers
Additional Cities Served: Vancouver, Longview, Camas, Newberg, Battle Ground, SherwoodShow More >
Moving Services
- Full Service packing, loading, and moving and storage services.
- Move coordination.
- Flexible payment options.
- Free in home estimate.
- Storage.
- Regular routes to California and Seattle.
- Climate controlled office and warehouse space.
- Local and eleven western states moving services.
- Better Business Bureau Accredited Business.
- Oregon Moving and Storage Association membership.
Oregon Moving License
Active
Last Checked: 08/04/22
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
for Interstate Moves
Last Checked: 09/06/22*Note: this license information has not been manually verified. Please confirm all license information at https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/CompanySnapshot.aspx
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Summarized Review of Big Al's Specialty Movers
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
Big Al's Specialty Movers generally receives high praise for their efficient, professional, and careful moving services, although a few instances of damage and poor service have been noted.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“furniture was so damaged”
“Great experience with the moving service”
“handled my move very efficiently and professionally”
2. Punctuality
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Big Al's Specialty Movers generally receives high praise for their timeliness and reliability, with many customers noting that the movers consistently show up on time, meet scheduled timelines, and even arrive early, though there are a couple of incidents of cancellations or not meeting expected time windows.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“and on time”
“met all scheduled timelines”
“they were on time”
3. Affordability
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Big Al's Specialty Movers is generally perceived as offering reasonable and competitive rates with many customers finding great value for the money, though a few reviews consider their services to be expensive.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“had reasonable rates”
“Great value for the money”
“Came in well below the estimate.”
4. Communication
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Big Al's Specialty Movers generally receives high praise for their responsiveness, clarity, and customer service, although there are a few instances of unresponsiveness or issues that mar an otherwise positive impression.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“got zero response to sent pictures”
“Beth was super responsive”
“Tiffany is always prompt, courteous, and knowledgeable”
5. Stick to Prices
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Big Al's Specialty Movers generally receives high praise for accuracy and honesty in their quotes, with many customers noting that the final charges were as promised or even lower, despite a few instances where clients felt prices exceeded estimates unexpectedly.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Came in well below the estimate.”
“estimate was spot on”
“Did not charge for anything unnecessary”
6. Speed
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Big Al's Specialty Movers consistently demonstrates efficiency and rapidity in their moving services, with numerous customers praising their ability to complete moves quickly, ahead of schedule, and with special care for items like pianos, although a couple of instances indicated slower-than-expected service.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“they were fast”
“able to work quickly”
“fast move”
7. Friendliness
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Big Al's Specialty Movers consistently receives praise for their respectful, courteous, and personable staff, with numerous clients highlighting the team's positive and professional demeanor, despite a couple of isolated complaints regarding a negative and condescending attitude from a mover and the manager.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Al and his team were very kind”
“were respectful”
“re-assuring and professional”
8. Will Hire Again
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Big Al's Specialty Movers receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with the majority of customers expressing their high likelihood to rehire and recommend the company, despite a few instances of dissatisfaction related to isolated concerns.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“would not hire again due to damage and issues”
“Will definitely use them for moves in the future”
“would use them again and already recommended”
9. Professionalism
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Big Al's Specialty Movers consistently receives high praise for their professionalism, with customers regularly noting the team's skill, politeness, and effective service, despite a few instances of dissatisfaction.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Awesome and professional unloading the piano”
“handled my move very professionally”
“Max and his crew were excellent and professional”
10. Conflict Handling
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Big Al's Specialty Movers has received mixed feedback, with some customers praising their professionalism and honesty in addressing issues while many others criticize their lack of response and unwillingness to resolve problems effectively.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“no response to the issue, unwilling to rectify”
“unwilling to listen or correct the problem”
“did not fix the billing issue as expected”
11. Precision & Care
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Big Al's Specialty Movers have overwhelmingly positive feedback for their meticulous and expert handling of delicate and valuable items, though a few reports of damage and mishandling suggest room for improvement.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“furniture and items left behind, not moved”
“Considerate of floors and stairs when moving the piano”
“everything arrived in perfect condition”
Customer Insights
Cost: $ 787.00 from 5 reviews
Hourly Minimum: 4 hours from 4 reviews
Local Move Duration: 1.25 hours from 6 reviews
Great Crew Members
| Beth, Al | Responsive booking by Beth and awesome unloading by Al |
| Max | excellent, professional, careful and meticulous |
| Big Al's | crew was polite and made us feel comfortable |
| Al | Al led a successful piano move |
| Chance | lead mover was extremely polite and friendly |
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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