Abf movers (relocation, packers, moving company, trailer)

[KEVINandSARAH2]

were moving down to Port Charlotte in Feb. and were going to use ABF trucking we get 3 day's to load the trailer and 3 day's to unload it. it will take 4 day's to get there from N.J has any one use them if so what do you think about us useing them. we were quoted at 1,800 for the move that includes the taxes

[gypsychic]

Originally Posted by KEVINandSARAH2

were moving down to Port Charlotte in Feb. and were going to use ABF trucking we get 3 day's to load the trailer and 3 day's to unload it. it will take 4 day's to get there from N.J has any one use them if so what do you think about us useing them. we were quoted at 1,800 for the move that includes the taxes

I think they are a great company. We used them with their "Relo-Cubes" last year when we moved things out of our second home in Asheville after it sold. They were reasonable, showed up on time, delivered on time and everything arrived safe.

[KoZmiC NinJa]

We used them twice. Fabulous service.
The only moving company I would ever use

[Broker Dave]

Arkansas Best Corporation known as ABF traces it's roots back to 1920 and I can tell you because I dealt with their corporate office on a marketing/retirement product they are a class act!

[121804]

Originally Posted by KEVINandSARAH2

were moving down to Port Charlotte in Feb. and were going to use ABF trucking we get 3 day's to load the trailer and 3 day's to unload it. it will take 4 day's to get there from N.J has any one use them if so what do you think about us useing them. we were quoted at 1,800 for the move that includes the taxes

We used them when we moved from SWFL (Punta Gorda0 to NEOH. VERY happy with the customer service and company. We paid about the same; believe we used 21cubic feet...maybe 20...not sure, but know we were right around that number.

[chance2jump]

We used ABF last month from Toledo, OH area to Charlotte, NC.

The customer service was fabulous, and they were very easy to work with! And yes, you will NEED all 3 of those days to pack! Our price came out about $130 cheaper than quoted because we condensed our items as much as possible.

However, some of our items, including big tv, were damaged in the transport. I have no idea how the items were damaged since we had the trailer packed so tightly, but it happened. It was an unfortunately occurance, but their paperwork clearly indicates they are not liable for damaged items, so that is a risk you take.

[Wicked Felina]

This is good to read. Everyone seems to have had positive experiences with this company.

I called them today, and was very impressed with the customer service. They were nearly $1,000 cheaper than another quote I got.

BTW, the young lady on the phone did say that items should be packed properly and they can't take responsibility for how things are packed. Otherwise translated as 'you packed it, you're responsible for it'. I think that unless there's some very noticeable new damage to the outside of the container there's not a lot you can do if things are damaged.

Still, I'm glad that everyone's been happy with these folks. Thanks for the info ~

[RikkiTikki]

Don’t mean to split hairs but ABF is not a licensed moving company. They are a general freight common carrier licensed by the FMCSA to provide transportation service to move their company trailers and/or containers in interstate commerce. ABF is a good freight hauler, but they're not a mover.

Under the ABF U-Pack options (or other similar services offered by competitors), the customer is 100% responsible to provide the material, equipment and labor to pack, load, secure and unload the content of the vessel being transported. Unless the container is damaged by the motor carrier, the customer is also 100% responsible for any and all damage to the contents.

As a freight carrier, ABF is not required to observe or adhere to the Consumer Protection Regulations that licensed household goods mover, brokers and freight forwarders must comply with under Title 49 of the U.S. Code of Federal regulations.

An interstate motor freight carrier’s liability if something occurs to the load is $0.10 per lb per article. By law, a household goods mover’s minimum liability is $0.60 per lb per article. Neither level of coverage is adequate to replace normal household goods. If a 10,000 lb (21’) shipment is destroyed with being transported by a freight carrier, their maximum liability is $1,000. All movers must also offer full value protection under Part 375.

In most instances the transportation service provide by ABF is on spring ride freight trailers. Full service movers use air-ride suspension on their equipment to reduce damage caused by shock and continuous road vibration. If you decide to use the freight option, pack EVERYTHING that will be placed in the trailer/container extremely well.

Before you make arrangement with ABF or any other mobile/portable DIY option, you need to check with the communities that you’re moving from and to and ask if an unattended vehicle or mobile container can be dropped on private property or on a public thoroughfare. Many urban communities have prohibited them by law because of public safety or esthetic reasons.

Access, egress, and parking issues usually aren’t considered when scheduling a move. Taking the time to investigate the local traffic ordinances during the early stages of relocation planning can save a lot of unnecessary grief and unexpected expense on moving day.

Check my blog for some additional information regarding traffic restrictions.

[donsabi]

ABF is the way to go in most cases. Fast, reasonable price, great service. As mentioned in other posts here your are responsible for the way you pack and if it breaks it is on you. However, with the amount of money you are saving you can hire packers and still come out ahead. One poster mentioned the fact that certain communities may not allow trailers or relo cubes. ABF also has an option of loading and/or picking up at their various terminals. This option is great for using relo cubes. ABF - highly recommended.

[atltosd]

Can anyone tell me if they have used ABF and if a Eastern King size bed fit it in? We are thinking we could fit most of the stuff into one Cube. But just concerned about the bed.