Pacific Moving Canada

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Vancouver BC V6E
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Robert in Hammonds Plains
Robert in Hammonds Plains
1 review Hammonds Plains, NS
1/10

NOTHING THEY TELL YOU IS TRUE!

I really don't know why it's so hard to find ethical movers.... but do NOT choose this one! Doesn't matter what they tell you before you book, it's all untrue!
Moving from BC to NS I purposely wanted to move very light (and I hoped cheaply) and start fresh. So I didn't take any furniture and pretty much just boxes of personal items. For this I was quoted their minimum charge of 1000 lbs. even though I knew to be less than that I accepted this and booked with them.
Then the fees start changing... 1st with an 'Area surcharge' for my destination of $50. for some reason. I live just 15 min from the largest city in the maritimes and very accessible right off a highway, so that was my 1st red flag.
Upon pick up ,the invoice from the mover was that he estimated my items to be 1250 lbs. I assumed like most companies they would pad their quotes to cover their asses and to try squeeze more $ out of me anyway.
Then they tell me there's a $150 charge for each of my 2 kayaks that they didn't say initially. When I questioned this I was told it's because they cannot stack anything on top of them so they lose truck space. I disputed since my kayaks were on a cart stacked already so they would take the same room as 1 anyway. After arguing back and forth they charged me $100 each still. HOWEVER when the truck arrived they had taken the kayaks off the cart and hung them on the walls anyway so that was BS.
I was told initially when I asked how long the shipping takes I was specifically told; "No more than 3 weeks and we will give you minimum 3 days notice.". Well it took exactly 5 weeks and I got 24 hours notice! When I pointed this out I was told I should have checked the Frequently Asked section?? No accountability for what they tell you at all and no apologies.
But the worst of it was while my items were in transit I get an email saying my items were scaled and actual weight is 1860 lbs?? Adding another 50% more weight which I knew was impossible!! There was NO WAY my few items weighed as much as a full 1 bedroom suite when I didn't even have any furniture! I called to dispute and just got a run around and ignored. Finally they send me a 'weight ticket' to 'prove' their claims which really do not tell you anything. Its a piece of paper showing a before and after weight without any idea what they did to skew these weights. I offered to rent an industrial scale to weight each box as they came off and prove my weights were much less but they of course refused to acknowledge any systems that were not their own. And when the truck did show it was stacked full of their own moving supplies which I have no doubt they charge customers for. I am sure big moves this has less impact and they assume they can get away with this. But for my little move it had doubled my initial bill! They refuse to deliver the items unless you pay their ridiculous charges basically holding them hostage.
I am now working with the BBB to hold them accountable for their horrible business practices. Do yourself a favour and go elsewhere!!

Approximate cost of services:
$2,600.00
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Robert,

Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to share your grievances on how our services did not meet up with your expectations.

We've reviewed your feedback and would like to share our comments based on the information you provided.

The area surcharge was applied since you changed the destination city from Halifax to Hammonds Plains and it is 24km away from the major city of Halifax.
The exact weight is being determined upon truck scale before and after the load but not by visual estimation by the movers.
We notified you about an extra fee for kayaks right after you informed us you will have them to be moved as well. You notified us about kayaks 5 days after confirming your booking.
In one of our emails from May 9th we informed you that:
"The average transit time is 14-21 business days from scheduled departure date (West to East).
The exact delivery date we will know and confirm to you at least 1-2 days prior to truck arrival.
Tentatively, we are looking between 15th - 20th."
The scheduled departure date is not the same as the pickup date since we don't do dedicated movers but consolidated.
Your delivery was done on June 25th and we notified you about it on Friday, June 22nd which is more than 24hr notice.
The weight was determined by weighing the truck twice on a full platform certified scale. The scale ticket was provided at request.
We offered you a rescaling option which means we scale the truck in front of you. You declined our offer.

We are terribly sorry for the unpleasant experience you had with us.

Whilst an apology will regrettably not alter the outcome of your experience on this case, we do extend it with sincerity.

Respectfully,
PacificMovingCanada

Nick in Toronto
Nick in Toronto
1 review Ajax, ON
10/10

From AB to ON with professionals

Pacific Moving Canada is the most professional company I have worked with, providing the most competitive prices on the market and an excellent customer service. My goods were delivered as promised, on time and without any damages. I recommend Pacific Moving to everyone.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,950.00
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Aili Renee in Toronto
Aili Renee in Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
0/10

Wouldn't use them again if they were the last moving company in Canada

I had moved from Toronto to Moncton and found Pacific Moving online. With 'raving reviews', I booked them. When my stuff arrived in Moncton, more than 50% was damaged. Boxes cracked with boot marks on them, furniture was badly chipped and scuffed. An authentic Robert Bateman picture with the frame totalled. Not one piece of furniture made it unscathed. I filed a claim for the damages, to which they apologized, then took their sweet time, while I continued paying for storage to house the damaged items, to try to reconcile the issue. With back and forth emails, I was basically called out for creating a fictitious story about how my items got damaged. I accepted their large restitution amount of $50 for the over $700 that they damaged. Will never use them again. Will never refer business to them. Absolutely horrendous company to deal with.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,600.00
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Sri Bala in Vancouver
Sri Bala in Vancouver
1 review Vancouver, BC
10/10

Home Movers

Hired Pacific Moving Canada for the move from Edmonton to Toronto. Team was prompt at pick up and delivery. Professional work & peace of mind. Fragile things handled with care, delivered safe; furniture dismantling and reassembly done great. Recommend these folks.

Approximate cost of services:
$8,000.00
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Company Response

Thank you for mentioning the positive aspects of our work, Sri. Pacific Moving is a company with a great sense of responsibility and we make all possible to meet your requirements during the process of moving. In this regard, we want to thank you for highly appreciating the work we've done.

Fazal Ahmed in Toronto
Fazal Ahmed in Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
9/10

Experienced Staff with Good Customer Service

I am really satisfied with these movers. I shipped my items which included bedroom and living furniture. They were very fast and experienced in terms of getting the things in and out of the house even though there was not much room to maneuver. The only thing that was disappointing was that they did not provide the promised free storage.

Approximate cost of services:
$3,000.00
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Company Response

Fazal, our company values your time for writing this feedback. All the team is working hard for 100% satisfaction of the customers.In this concern, we are happy when we receive these kind of positive reviews. We apologize for not giving you the opportunity to use our free storage promotion, but as we explained to you, this had to be confirmed prior to pick up.

Worrick Mosley in Toronto
Worrick Mosley in Toronto
1 review Vancouver, BC
10/10

The move went well!

The move went well. Movers are very good and fast. They packed all with blankets, was very nice. My English is not very good and office was very patient and give me all information and send everything in email. I told my friends to use Pacific Moving Canada, they are great!

Approximate cost of services:
$1,930.00
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Company Response

Worrick, we are happy to read that you enjoyed your moving experience with us. We hope that you will hire us for your future move.

Bastien in Toronto
Bastien in Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Simply The Best!

The movers of Pacific Moving Canada helped me move. They were very efficient, polite, professional and quick. Ron was also very considerate and cooperative on the phone. I booked the day before I had to move and they were professional and prompt. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone who needs to move. Simply the best moving company!

Approximate cost of services:
$2,350.00
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Thank you for spending your precious time for sharing your moving experience with us! Best Regards from Pacific Moving Canada.

Ted Margel in Toronto
Ted Margel in Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Nicest You Would Meet

The whole process was excellent! The office staff was very professional and courteous. They handled the details of the move flawlessly. The movers were excellent!! They knew exactly what they were doing and then some. They made the moving process so much easier, they were the nicest guys you would ever want to meet. Wow, thank you to all who helped so much. You all helped lessen the stress of moving.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,460.00
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Dear Ted, thank you for spending your precious time for sharing your moving experience with us! Best Regards from Pacific Moving Canada.

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