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Lynn B Weiner
Oct 10, 2024
Local move from Memphis, TN to Chattanooga, TN

HAVEN'T SEEN MY BELONGINGS IN 17 MONTHS

Used them in 2023 along with their scam partners NORTH AMERICAN MOVING EXPERTS, AND NEVER SAW MY BELONGING AGAIN!!!!! I'm wiring this October 2024. They stole my stuff AND GHOSTED ME WHEN I TRIED TO FIND THEM. When the police, the detectives, my insurance company or bank tried them, they answered and said that they were waiting on my final payment to deliver all my belongings. When I try them (over 100 times) they don't answer or return my calls. Ghosted

I then started getting EXTORTION texts messages from them telling me that, because of new "storage fees" (for something that was never supposed to be in storage in the first place) I owed them over 6,000 in CASH ONLY. They'd deliver my thing but wouldn't give them to me until I gave the the cash. These text messages came from random numbers and the price increased with each cryptic text.

Everything was handed over to the police and my insurance company (USAA , who never paid out my renter's insurance based on them being able to get them on the phone, just like the police), neither would pursued it once they got someone on the line. THESE THIEVES STOLE EVERY POSSESSION I OWNED AND I WILL NEVER SEE ANY OF IT AGAIN.USE ANYONE ELSE BUT THESE AMORAL CROOKS

Any online sleuths on private detectives willing to help me pursue this almost 2 year battle, please contact lynnbweiner@gmail.com.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $6000

Diana Maldonado
Nov 08, 2023
Long-distance move from Arizona City, AZ to Rockville, MD

File claim

Carefree was contracted, to move from Arizona to Maryland. Delivery was supposed to be October 2022 wasn’t deliver until November 2022 damage totes , late days so I filed a claim I was awarded 125 only and to this day which is November 2023 they refused to pay me, this is a terrible company to do business. Filed a claim with BBB which the company did not respond to them twice. Customer beware.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $7500

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Mike Thompson
Oct 17, 2022
Long-distance move from Des Moines, IA to Phoenix, AZ

I was happy with my service.

So I booked my move with a broker. Never moving Cross country before I was not aware that another mover would show up to my move. Carefree called me to confirm the pick up time. I added some things to my move from going to an estate auction with my mom. (Big mistake I knew I would buy something) Carefree did a walk through video of the items I was taking and my move price never adjusted. I had to sign a new contract with them and they explained to me I would have a delivery spread. They had up to 30 business days to get my stuff to me and it only took them 13. They wrapped my furniture in blankets and shrink-wrap and even taped the boxes for me that I didn't have any tape for. The movers were patient with my children getting in the way and worked around my big dogs barking all day long. The delivery driver called me to let me know he was going to be in my area 3 days before he delivered. He answered all my silly questions and my phone when I called him back with more. I was happy with my services. I seen the bad reviews for carefree but I am so glad that my move was not stressful and the company took care of my belongings.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $7200

Bonnie Hickling
Mar 11, 2024
Long-distance move from Phoenix, AZ to Chesterland, OH

Scammed by Carefree Movers

They charged me approximately $4000.00 more then the quote given to me by Atlantic Movers in FL. They work together. Be aware! I was called the day I had to move and was told I had to pay more if I wanted to move on that day, which I had to. The guy that quoted me seemed so nice, and then I got screwed.

Do Not Ever Use Carefree Movers! They were also on channel 19 news investigates. No response!

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $929090

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Bonnie Hickling
Sep 22, 2023
Long-distance move from Phoenix, AZ to Chesterland, OH

Overcharged

This company charged me almost double of what was quoted on my binding estimate. Didn't get a call from them until the day I had to be out of my house, so I had no choice but to agree to pay them. ($9290.24) Didn't have a choice of moving companies. The moving broker picked this one. Now over one year later, from Aug 2022, they won't even pay me the $60.00 owed to me for lost/damaged items after sending them a copy of the settlement of claim form I had to have notorized and send to them. Never recommend this company or you will have problems. They will never call you back, either.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $929093

Kelly J Cain
Dec 19, 2023
Long-distance move from Minnesota to Florida

Terrible company!

I selected Allegiance Moving & Storage for my MN to FL move with interim storage. They subcontracted CareFree Movers, Inc in Ames IA. I provided a very detailed inventory of my items to move with measurements etc and they provided the move estimate. On the day of the move, 1 mover showed up in a small truck and stated that I had a lot more stuff that he had room for on his truck. I had told them exactly what I had so he called the company and made arrangements to have him take half the items to Ames IA that night and return the next night, making what I thought was a half day move into an all weekend commitment. They also charged me for the extra items which were contained in my inventory. Then, while the mover is standing in my home and I'm obligated to be out a few days later because the home had been sold they presented me with the terms of the move compensation which is based on the weight of the items versus actual replacement cost. This is much much more favorable to the mover. I had no choice but to sign it as I needed to get out of house. Awful company, they lost 2 items and damaged several pieces of furniture. My items were then put in storage for several months until completion of my new home in Florida. They showed up on Dec 23rd after dark insisted on a final cash payment before they would even open the truck to verify that it was my furniture and items and that it was in good shape. I ended up submitting a claim through Moving Claims and received an offer for $75 for damages I estimated at over $2000. I signed and returned the letter on June 25, 2023 and have not yet received the settlement check. They do not respond to attempts to contact them via phone or email. I just submitted a complaint to BBB. My recommendation would be to not do business with this company AND to be very careful when contracting a company like Allegiance if they plan to subcontract. I wouldn't even give this company 1 star except there was no option for anything lower.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $14853

Lisa Bond
Nov 24, 2023
Long-distance move from Kansas City, MO to Elizabethtown, NY

AWFUL EXPERIENCE ALL AROUND

I booked my move with Emerald Van Lines, who contracted with Carefree to move our items from Kansas City to the Adirondacks in New York. Our price increased from $8000 to over $12,000 - the last time on the day of the move (another $2400 AFTER verifying the exact number of boxes and items). Our items came 2 weeks after the estimated delivery date and, while they sent FIVE PEOPLE to load our items in Kansas City, they only sent ONE PERSON to unload our items in NY. It took two days and we had to find (and pay) other people to help unload. In addition, because it was only one person, they refused to put the items back where they originally were per the contract. For example, the tool chest was not put in the basement, because it "wasn't safe." It wasn't safe BECAUSE THEY ONLY SENT ONE PERSON.

In addition, they refused to unload our items until I signed documents stating that they delivered EVERYTHING and that it was ALL THERE AND ALL IN GOOD CONDITION. The document they wanted me to sign specifically said, "DO NOT SIGN UNTIL THE ITEMS ARE UNLOADED AND VERIFIED." When I pointed this out to them, they threatened to take my items with them and keep them until I signed - and that it would list me as refused delivery, meaning I would have to pay again or they could sell my items. I signed the papers but stated they were under duress and that at no point was I given the opportunity to inspect the items.

Beyond all of this, the biggest issue was HOW our things were handled with no care at all. So many items came broken - our refrigerator was dented and the water/ice in door broken, a massive steel tool chest had all of the wheels ripped off of it, and the steel bent. Bookshelves destroyed, chairs destroyed - boxes completely beat to hell. We still have 8 boxes not accounted for at all.

I've moved across multiple states 4 times in the last 7 years. This time I decided to treat myself rather than do the work/move myself...what a mistake. I never lost an item, packed or otherwise, when I did the move myself. I would say use anyone but these guys - but in reality, all the companies are the same.If you can move yourself at all, do it. Otherwise, just know these jokers (and all the other companies) have you by the balls when you use them and they know it.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $12000

Az Berhane
Feb 06, 2024
Long-distance move from Richmond, CA to Lacey, WA

Very bad

I don't know how this company is in Business. They loose your items and also try to double the price at the time of loading which I learned is a tactic they use because you are already invested. DO NOT, I repeat DO NOT recommend this company.

They lost my bed and my tools. they hire drivers who are not part of the company and the drivers don't know anything when you ask them questions. No customer service when you call them after the delivery. I tried to file a claim and the company gave up. I am basically screwed. Forget about getting your money or reimbursement if they don't bring your stuff.

Move size: Partial Move Service cost: $1490

Dwayne Patterson
Jul 20, 2024
Long-distance move from Michigan to California

Don’t use Relocation Nation or Carefree Movers Inc.

I received horrible moving service from Carefree Movers. They are hacks at best. Relocation Nation out of Florida used them to perform my moving service from Michigan to California. These moving brokerage companies have a list of moving companies that they use but they will not provide the names or reviews of them to you unless you pay a deposit and even still you may not get their list. Carefree had poor ratings and I was not made aware until after my horrific move.

When I tried to serve notice to Carefree that I was taking them to small claims court, the address was undeliverable. Their address is not even real. I talked to a property management company in Iowa about their address and they even said that Carefree are crooks and the address was a virtual property? This is how fraudulent Carefree Movers are and the fact that Relocation Nation have them under list of services makes them just as responsible.

Bottom line, do not use a Brokerage Service for moving because they are not transparent with who they use. By law, they are suppose to reveal their services. Use a company with container like storage services( Pack Rat, PODS. Etc.) and get some help in packing. It’s more work but you will have the peace of mind knowing your items are all there and accounted for.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $8000

Maureen Drake
May 16, 2022
Long-distance move from Missouri to Texas

Care free movers

I don’t even want to give them one star! Delivery was made yesterday - 19 days after requested date. So far, I have found 25 items broken - including a tv (packed by them) and a cast iron skillet (that takes some effort) and the legs are broken off a bookshelf that belonged to my grandparents. Two items weren’t even delivered. And I’m not even done packing. The lack of effort to take care of people is beyond frustrating and beyond belief. DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THIS COMPANY - RUN AWAY AS FAST AS YOU CAN.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $11000

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For Carefree Movers Inc, we estimate that their average long-distance moving costs will be around $6646, based on 78 long distance moving reviews.

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