Jessica Franklyn we moved 10 yrs ago, and at the time, upack was the most cost effective for the size space that we needed. I’ve heard great things about pods as well but they were much more expensive at the time for all that we needed to move. Of course I haven’t priced any of them lately, lol, so I have no idea. Good luck with your move!
@@jessicafranklin3690 They have a calculator on their web site that will give you an estimate on the price right there. Most of the other places want to call you instead of giving you a price on the web site, which I don't like.
U-pack SCREWED ME OVER. They took my credit card info, told me I had a reservation & told me what time the cubes would come. They didn’t show and when I called they said they had my credit card info on file, but they couldn’t find a reservation. Just, WOW!!!!!! I called another mover now I’m out an extra $2,300 plus hotel fees AND I’m behind schedule.
@@kateashby3066 They gave me a CONFIRMATION number. The day of, they said they couldn’t find it. I thought they would just charge me at pickup. U-pack is to blame. Not the customer.
I strongly recommend that you use someone other than U-Pack. We had a trailer delivery scheduled many weeks in advance. We had scheduled movers for the following day to load the trailer. On the DAY OF the trailer delivery, U-Pack called to tell us that no trailers were available and that we would have to reschedule. This is completely unacceptable as it threw our entire moving schedule into disarray. It affected the listing date of our house, our children's start date at school, and many other events that were dependent on our moving date. Do not use U-Pack unless you want to live on the edge.
@@prestonphillips3375 Are you familiar with the concept of "reviews", Preston? What happens is this: people post their experiences with a product or service. They write things like "I really liked this product" or "I had a bad experience with this service." Other people read those "reviews" and make an informed decision about whether they should purchase the product or service. You should ask your Social Studies teacher and parents if you want to learn more about reviews.
@@utubewillyman lol did I hurt your feelings? “Do not use u pack unless you want to live on the edge” isn’t a review dummy. Maybe you don’t understand the concept. Post your experience like you said, don’t tell people how to make a decision.
@@prestonphillips3375 Sorry, I wasn't trying to be bossy like your mommy. I know she can be really tough sometimes. But a lot of men give her positive reviews while they admit that they're "living on the edge" when they spend time with her. They call her She-Pack.
My son just used UPack CA to TX , had some issues , overcharged on the bill by 2 feet, trailer arrived 3 days late and was dropped off with NO LOADING RAMP ! He was reimbursed for 3 days charges .
Just tried to rent upack shipping container but they don't store the trailers for an extended period (month). Went with pack rack trailer instead. Upack cost ($5800) vs pack rat ($3800) for same service and storage.
Moving is the pits--lol When I was a kid my mom married a man who was in the military and before I finished high school I had been to 12 schools!! The U-Pack looks better than the way the military would move us--they would loose and damage stuff all the time. Congrats on this chapter of your lives, exciting times ahead!!
We're moving to TN from IN and looked at several of these services. We decided to just buy a cargo trailer so we'd have all the time we need to pack it, move it and then we'll have all the time we need to unpack it as well. We already have a buyer for the trailer at the price we paid for it and we haven't even moved yet. So other than gas, we'll have no cost in the move. Of course we're not taking an entire house either, but will make two trips... :-)
Thank for this, it is such a thorough review. I have never had to move across country but I’m helping family and this will be so much better than the original plan
I really appreciate the video. We were recently looking at options and wow the prices with U-pack are amazing compared to some quotes we received, thank you
I remember you not long ago getting ready to move and you all are not moving again are you. Thankfully, while in the Air Force I was single and didn't have to worry about moving all my property.
Thanks very much for the video. I have been looking into PODS but came across your video. 2 - 16' PODS would cost me about $7900, while a full U-Pack trailer would cost about $6000. The only difference is the amount of time you have to load/unload. U-Pack would seem like the way to go if we can get organized enough to load within 3 days and actually have a finalized place to move to where we can unload to.
yea whats up with that?? Theyre so sweet! these guys saw me trying to move by myself and came in and knocked it all out! I was really surprised lol sweet kids too
I'm alone with one small dog? How do I find physical helpers to pack my stuff in there, and then unpack etc.? I'm flying over Cross country and also shipping my car over. Which that for me is easy, I've done it before! Thanx❤️
I am glad that I decided to stop after residency and not pursue fellowship. some days I do think about it. I think I had had enough! Needed to settle down and get all grown up and start adulting. congratulations.
When I moved from upstate NY to Georgia 11 years ago, I contacted ABF first thing. Only to be told they didn't p/u in the Hudson Valley of NY😞 Fortunately, I have 2 strong, loving sons who flew in from Ga. and Texas to move Mom south!😘
Hi, I was just wondering if you’ve used Pods? We’re in a similar situation. My husband is graduating med school & we’re off to residency next month... across country. Trying to figure out the best way to move.
Have you moved? Wondered if you found a solution. Im searching too, for my cross country move.. Best of wishes to you both and congrats to your husbands graduation!
Nichole Williams we just moved. We used Budget through Costco. It was the best option for our price point. We had to rent the largest truck they had (4 bedrooms, office, kitchen, living room & dining room). We had a month to pack & it was tough with the kids. We also rented a trailer for our 2nd vehicle to tow behind the truck. Good Luck in your move!
You can hire movers only through companies like www.movinghelpcenter.com You hire them for 2 or 3 hours to help you load or unload the heavy stuff. Super easy 😁
@@steveeab2364 I'm moving in 3 weeks and just decided to go with traditional movers. The added cost is worth not having to rent a uhaul and move my stuff myself the final leg of the journey. I hope. Fingers crossed it's not a terrible decision.
@@TheShannie33 ah ok, thanks for the response. Good luck and I hope the move goes fairly smooth for you. Stepping into the uncharted territory of a big move is certainly stressful!
You have to get a permit from wherever you are moving from and too. I don't think this is require if you use the POD style containers, but I'm not 100% sure.
Your house looks like my apt., right now, but mine’s not as organized because my daughter, son-in-law and I just brought everything up in a hurry and things weren’t put in the designated places I had marked on the boxes. I’m still unpacking. lol U Pak sounds great! Do they just have semi trailers? I hope it’ll be a long time before I move again, but I’ll keep U Pak in mind.
Good idea using the missionaries for the free labor haha. Question on the upright piano though, the ramp looks grated and not friendly on anything wheeled especially the small upright piano wheels. How did you get it in?
Happy moving !!! But i don't think that U-Pack company is all over the world, cause here in Canada, (Quebec - Montreal) i don't think that exists ! Anyway thanks for sharing !
Never been to Utah, how amazing scenery & activities! Would love to take a trip now! I’m glad you guys had s safe move. Upack sounds really easy and such a great idea for moving. Tfs 💜💜💜💜 🌬sending blessings. 🙏🏼✨✨
I've moved about that many times in the last few years too. When I move again I'll definitely look into u-pack. Can you give an idea of how much u pack costs?
At Upack's website (use Kristen's link in More section), you can get an immediate estimate by answering 4 easy questions: From? To? When? Number of bedrooms? I also highly recommend this moving company if you have people to help you load and unload the trailer. The trailer in this video is a standard 53-footer, but they may have shorter ones.
I appreciate your tutorial but this is not true hi use the same company to relocate from Massachusetts to Chicago, They would not allow me to use my own lock they only allow me to use a portion of the truck so some of my items I had to leave behind,Also this company stole some of my items and then try to explain to me that do you have no control over what other people put inside of the truck meaning that another customer might have came and stole some of my items
They advertise its cheaper than a truck rental. How? My quote from them for moving one room of furniture was $1500. A large rental truck is $500. A $1000 less. Lol.
Never been to Utah, how amazing scenery & activities! Would love to take a trip now! I’m glad you guys had s safe move. Upack sounds really easy and such a great idea for moving. Tfs 💜💜💜💜 🌬sending blessings. 🙏🏼✨✨
I love U-Pack! We moved from CA to TX and it was the best experience. So glad it worked for you too!
Mrs Mike was pricey . I’m moving to Texas from Cali and we want to do our research with moving companies we heard POD was good
Jessica Franklyn we moved 10 yrs ago, and at the time, upack was the most cost effective for the size space that we needed. I’ve heard great things about pods as well but they were much more expensive at the time for all that we needed to move. Of course I haven’t priced any of them lately, lol, so I have no idea. Good luck with your move!
I was hoping you moved recently. I plan on making the same move but didn't know if this is cheaper than Uhal or Perkins.
Do they take it for you
@@jessicafranklin3690 They have a calculator on their web site that will give you an estimate on the price right there. Most of the other places want to call you instead of giving you a price on the web site, which I don't like.
U-pack SCREWED ME OVER. They took my credit card info, told me I had a reservation & told me what time the cubes would come. They didn’t show and when I called they said they had my credit card info on file, but they couldn’t find a reservation. Just, WOW!!!!!! I called another mover now I’m out an extra $2,300 plus hotel fees AND I’m behind schedule.
Who did you go with instead?
They didn’t send you a receipt for a reservation? I mean that’s not good but customers should always ask for a RECEIPT
@@kateashby3066 They gave me a confirmation number. Then they CONVENIENTLY couldn’t find it. The blame lies squarely with U-pack. I’m not taking it.
@@kateashby3066 They gave me a CONFIRMATION number. The day of, they said they couldn’t find it. I thought they would just charge me at pickup. U-pack is to blame. Not the customer.
I strongly recommend that you use someone other than U-Pack. We had a trailer delivery scheduled many weeks in advance. We had scheduled movers for the following day to load the trailer. On the DAY OF the trailer delivery, U-Pack called to tell us that no trailers were available and that we would have to reschedule. This is completely unacceptable as it threw our entire moving schedule into disarray. It affected the listing date of our house, our children's start date at school, and many other events that were dependent on our moving date. Do not use U-Pack unless you want to live on the edge.
So we shouldn’t use it bc you had a bad experience?
@@prestonphillips3375 Are you familiar with the concept of "reviews", Preston? What happens is this: people post their experiences with a product or service. They write things like "I really liked this product" or "I had a bad experience with this service." Other people read those "reviews" and make an informed decision about whether they should purchase the product or service.
You should ask your Social Studies teacher and parents if you want to learn more about reviews.
@@utubewillyman lol did I hurt your feelings? “Do not use u pack unless you want to live on the edge” isn’t a review dummy. Maybe you don’t understand the concept. Post your experience like you said, don’t tell people how to make a decision.
@@prestonphillips3375 Sorry, I wasn't trying to be bossy like your mommy. I know she can be really tough sometimes. But a lot of men give her positive reviews while they admit that they're "living on the edge" when they spend time with her. They call her She-Pack.
@@utubewillyman good one, bud
My son just used UPack CA to TX , had some issues , overcharged on the bill by 2 feet, trailer arrived 3 days late and was dropped off with NO LOADING RAMP ! He was reimbursed for 3 days charges .
Just tried to rent upack shipping container but they don't store the trailers for an extended period (month). Went with pack rack trailer instead. Upack cost ($5800) vs pack rat ($3800) for same service and storage.
Moving is the pits--lol When I was a kid my mom married a man who was in the military and before I finished high school I had been to 12 schools!! The U-Pack looks better than the way the military would move us--they would loose and damage stuff all the time. Congrats on this chapter of your lives, exciting times ahead!!
We're moving to TN from IN and looked at several of these services. We decided to just buy a cargo trailer so we'd have all the time we need to pack it, move it and then we'll have all the time we need to unpack it as well. We already have a buyer for the trailer at the price we paid for it and we haven't even moved yet. So other than gas, we'll have no cost in the move. Of course we're not taking an entire house either, but will make two trips... :-)
That is so good! It is always nice to find things like that!
Just moved from TN to TX after 41 years!
@@TASHUNDADON We are wanting to move from TX to eastern TN...I've been in TX for 42 years!
Thank for this, it is such a thorough review. I have never had to move across country but I’m helping family and this will be so much better than the original plan
9 times in 12 years that's nuts. Its worst than the military
Heck I'm right there with her. 11 in 15 years and 12 once January gets here 🤣
I really appreciate the video. We were recently looking at options and wow the prices with U-pack are amazing compared to some quotes we received, thank you
“I took the wrong turn at Albuquerque”
-Bugs Bunny
Paid advertisement? I know they have paid other youtubers to advertise their service. That being said, I'm not saying anything about their service.
Congrats on the move! Hope you love your new home!
Good to see this, my husband is retired ABF! :D
I remember you not long ago getting ready to move and you all are not moving again are you. Thankfully, while in the Air Force I was single and didn't have to worry about moving all my property.
Thanks for the great idea!
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It's probably cheaper to hiring a moving company than use a whole upack trailer to move.
Thanks very much for the video. I have been looking into PODS but came across your video. 2 - 16' PODS would cost me about $7900, while a full U-Pack trailer would cost about $6000. The only difference is the amount of time you have to load/unload. U-Pack would seem like the way to go if we can get organized enough to load within 3 days and actually have a finalized place to move to where we can unload to.
Gotta love that free moving labor from the missionaries ;)
yea whats up with that?? Theyre so sweet! these guys saw me trying to move by myself and came in and knocked it all out! I was really surprised lol sweet kids too
I'm alone with one small dog? How do I find physical helpers to pack my stuff in there, and then unpack etc.? I'm flying over Cross country and also shipping my car over. Which that for me is easy, I've done it before! Thanx❤️
You’re neighbors helped you move...?
Very helpful video! More moving tips please!
ok, but where you do you park for three days?
I am glad that I decided to stop after residency and not pursue fellowship. some days I do think about it. I think I had had enough! Needed to settle down and get all grown up and start adulting. congratulations.
So impressed with ABF you can research them all you want they have the best reviews and can save you 60% on moving cost
When I moved from upstate NY to Georgia 11 years ago, I contacted ABF first thing. Only to be told they didn't p/u in the Hudson Valley of NY😞
Fortunately, I have 2 strong, loving sons who flew in from Ga. and Texas to move Mom south!😘
Peggy Higgins im planning to move from upstate new york (syracuse) to pascagoula mississippi
astr6naught we’re moving from Syracuse to Texas!
What size trailer did you end up using? We are moving from Sacramento to Knoxville.
Hi, I was just wondering if you’ve used Pods? We’re in a similar situation. My husband is graduating med school & we’re off to residency next month... across country. Trying to figure out the best way to move.
Have you moved? Wondered if you found a solution. Im searching too, for my cross country move.. Best of wishes to you both and congrats to your husbands graduation!
Nichole Williams we just moved. We used Budget through Costco. It was the best option for our price point. We had to rent the largest truck they had (4 bedrooms, office, kitchen, living room & dining room). We had a month to pack & it was tough with the kids. We also rented a trailer for our 2nd vehicle to tow behind the truck. Good Luck in your move!
this is great only if you have help:(
You can hire movers only through companies like www.movinghelpcenter.com
You hire them for 2 or 3 hours to help you load or unload the heavy stuff. Super easy 😁
Right
Check to see if your city/area has Task Rabbit. You can hire movers within an hour
Right. For for those with disabilities
I did it myself and I wouldn't do that again. I would hire professional movers for a few hours.
What about moving to Manhattan where there is no parking??
The closest upack will deliver to my destination is about to 200 miles away. Uhaul's ubox will at least get me to 40 miles away. Cheaper too
This worries me. I'm looking to move rural and moving options are limited. I haven't tried Upack yet but am leery I'll run into your problem
@@steveeab2364 I'm moving in 3 weeks and just decided to go with traditional movers. The added cost is worth not having to rent a uhaul and move my stuff myself the final leg of the journey. I hope. Fingers crossed it's not a terrible decision.
@@TheShannie33 ah ok, thanks for the response. Good luck and I hope the move goes fairly smooth for you. Stepping into the uncharted territory of a big move is certainly stressful!
Any problems with HOA or Police for having the trailer for a couple days on a public road?
You have to get a permit from wherever you are moving from and too. I don't think this is require if you use the POD style containers, but I'm not 100% sure.
no moving blankets or protection!!???
Your house looks like my apt., right now, but mine’s not as organized because my daughter, son-in-law and I just brought everything up in a hurry and things weren’t put in the designated places I had marked on the boxes. I’m still unpacking. lol U Pak sounds great! Do they just have semi trailers? I hope it’ll be a long time before I move again, but I’ll keep U Pak in mind.
Awesome,great video 💪👍
Glad you liked it!
What do you do if you don't have any help?
How much did they charge you for the trailer load
do they have a option for loaders?
Kinda price tag is on this moving venture?
Is it possible to extend the 3 business day on-load and off-load if you are willing to pay extra?
Please don’t caulk your hardwood floors to the baseboards. It’s a big no no. 🍻
Yeah hardwoods float
Thanks for the informative video on this option for a big move !!
Hope you and your family are enjoying your new home town, and the adventures ahead!
Good idea using the missionaries for the free labor haha. Question on the upright piano though, the ramp looks grated and not friendly on anything wheeled especially the small upright piano wheels. How did you get it in?
4:30 It's Sacramento! They were casing your house and belongings. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Welcome again to Sacramento,.
Anybody know the dimensions of the biggest trailer?
How much are they? I am thinking of moving to Reno soon
For an Arkansas-based trucking company will probably be very cheap
Nine times in 12 years? Sounds like something that should be discussed with a good psychologist.
are they in NY?
How much did this cost you?
How long will they hold a truck in between?
Happy moving !!! But i don't think that U-Pack company is all over the world, cause here in Canada, (Quebec - Montreal) i don't think that exists ! Anyway thanks for sharing !
Very helpful video now I just have to add up the cost thank you very helpful👏🏾👏🏾
They charge just as much as a full service moving company and they take a week to get your stuff to you. They are a NO for me.
Thanks for not giving details about U-Pack
California!!!! Am sure you’re ready moved back
I use to love them now they're expensive as hell...smh
Ok how much did this cost?
Never been to Utah, how amazing scenery & activities! Would love to take a trip now! I’m glad you guys had s safe move. Upack sounds really easy and such a great idea for moving. Tfs 💜💜💜💜 🌬sending blessings. 🙏🏼✨✨
I've moved about that many times in the last few years too. When I move again I'll definitely look into u-pack. Can you give an idea of how much u pack costs?
At Upack's website (use Kristen's link in More section), you can get an immediate estimate by answering 4 easy questions: From? To? When? Number of bedrooms? I also highly recommend this moving company if you have people to help you load and unload the trailer. The trailer in this video is a standard 53-footer, but they may have shorter ones.
+Sea BrzJo
that's actually not a 53' trailer....much shorter.
I appreciate your tutorial but this is not true hi use the same company to relocate from Massachusetts to Chicago,
They would not allow me to use my own lock they only allow me to use a portion of the truck so some of my items I had to leave behind,Also this company stole some of my items and then try to explain to me that do you have no control over what other people put inside of the truck meaning that another customer might have came and stole some of my items
Kind of expensive just 2 feet more than uhaul 26 foot and its double the price. I guess if you are rich its okay.
With Uhaul you have to drive the truck yourself.
UHaul you have to drive and the gas costs a FORTUNE!
I can't hear you
They advertise its cheaper than a truck rental. How? My quote from them for moving one room of furniture was $1500. A large rental truck is $500. A $1000 less. Lol.
That truck is going to take a lot of gas.
@@DD-ee2nv not a $1000 dollars worth
that is the worst packing job i've ever seen
Hi what size whas this trailer?
They are 28' long.
UPACK EXPECTS US TO LOAD THAT TRAILER WITHOUT A RAMP!!!! THEY ARE THE WORST COMPANY EVER!!!!
My family r all in the Sacramento area. Enjoy!!! I'm in Tennessee 😢.
Be glad! Haha
TN is much better! I can't wait to get out of Texas to TN soon very soon!
Nooooooo not California 😨
Why do you guys move so much? I have 5 kids I might have missed it
9 times....baller
How much did this move cost?
Literally, the most important thing and she doesn’t mention it?
Anyone who can afford a house like that in Sacramento doesn't care what the move cost!
how much
yeah great...if you're Bill Gates!!!😑
Never been to Utah, how amazing scenery & activities! Would love to take a trip now! I’m glad you guys had s safe move. Upack sounds really easy and such a great idea for moving. Tfs 💜💜💜💜 🌬sending blessings. 🙏🏼✨✨