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Address: 5217 NW 33rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale FL, 33309

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Tracy Black

Aug 03, 2026

Long-distance move from Tallapoosa, MO to Fishers, IN

Great experience overall.

I liked the way everything was organized in the truck; that's one thing. When loading the boxes, the delicate items were kept separately from the heavy furniture, and everything went smoothly. This has made me feel that my possessions are safe. Great experience overall.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $5427

Sam U

Feb 01, 2026

Long-distance move from Newark, NJ to Los Angeles, CA

Red flags in the contract

Please read before booking!

This company operates more like a moving broker than an actual moving company. Brokers don’t own trucks, don’t employ the movers, and often sell your job to another company — which explains why the contract feels so concerning. Here’s what stood out:

1) Extremely low liability for damaged items. They aren’t responsible for fragile items unless they pack them. My family learned this the hard way.

2) You pay 90% before delivery. They require 40% upfront and another 50% at pickup — meaning you’ve paid almost everything before your belongings even arrive.

3) They can legally hold your belongings. The contract allows them to keep — and even auction — your items until you pay any charges they claim.

4) Delivery dates are meaningless. Verbal promises don’t count. The delivery window can be up to 6 weeks not including storage time, weather delays, or other exceptions. Even the “premium service” (which costs extra) only guarantees dates if both sides agree in writing.

5) They can use subcontractors without telling you. Your belongings may pass through multiple unknown hands, making accountability and claims much harder.

6) They take no responsibility for damaged electronics period

7) They can change your estimate on the spot; the classic bait‑and‑switch tactic

And this doesn’t even cover what happens if you try to pursue anything legally — that’s a whole separate nightmare. Please think twice (and then a third time) before choosing this company. Read the contract carefully, or have a lawyer or AI review it. My family’s experience was awful, and I hope this helps someone avoid the same situation.

Move size: 4+ Bedroom Home Service cost: $9999

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John Powell

Aug 29, 2024

Long-distance move from Shady Dale, GA to Norfolk, VA

Great care was taken

I decided to hire Allen and Mark after thorough research for a reliable moving company. Their honest, punctual, and prompt responses convinced me of their reliability. I highly recommend them. They were attentive, responsive, and provided a detailed estimate and inventory list free of charge. Their transparency and accuracy were commendable, with no hidden fees or surprises. They were dependable, punctual, and arrived ready to work. They were truly the best movers I’ve ever encountered.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $2254

Drdc

Dec 21, 2018

Long-distance move from Macon, GA to Reno, NV

PLEASE AVOID! Property was broken/stolen/lost/etc. THIEVES & CONS.

Safeway Moving Systems, Inc. is one, if not the WORST, moving company I have ever encountered in my life. So, too, are their affiliated, Trans United and DM, Mover (Mr. Melendez, President).

PLEASE NOTE:
By mentioning the sales representatives name, I am in no way sharing any private or personal information that is not already available to the public. It is my responsibility and constitutional right to speak out as a disenfranchised customer about this company that has intentionally inflicted emotional and financial distress and professional hardship on me, among many others.

Mr. Scott is the face of this interaction, and I can prove it. This man is the one who introduced me to Danny Melendez, one of the movers of the crew who literally stole my rocking chair and other boxed item. Mr. Scott has been actively avoiding his professional responsibilities, and he passed work over the their assistant, Delilah, who does not seem to have a clue what she is doing.

Mr. Scott, Mr. Melendez, and Jason from Hallandale, FL, and their crew of thieves, charged me over $8,000 (+ tip) cash for a move that was initially quoted for half that. I am sharing these names because they are of public record, and I can prove it, and I want the public to know what they are getting themselves into by entering in a contract with crooked salesman. Ultimately, it was demanded that I WIRE TRANSFER $4,000 to them before delivery. After I did, they couldn't even call me to notify they have received the payment, which is the one request I made. There was no follow-through, which was really upsetting.

On moving day, I come to find out the initial movers (Danny Melendez and his crew) stole my rocking chair, broke several pieces of furniture (to an non-replaceable state), lost/stole more boxes with personal/household items, and concocted numerous lies about alleged delivery attempts made, yet I had no prior notification, but they still charged me for redelivery, storage, etc. I have cell phone records to prove this!

I was cursed out by multiple employees, a man with Trans United in Florida and a driver from CA. Danny Melendez and another man named Jason are affiliated with these scammers.

These reviews are being reported not because they are personal in nature, but because they expose the wrongdoing of this corrupt company that must be held accountable. I guarantee that if we, as customers, received the services that we initially signed up/paid for, I would not be sitting here writing this.

E. Scott knows and partakes in the deleterious ways these moving companies scam millions, and neither he, nor his staff, care that people are being hurt and placed under unnecessary strife. By depriving us of our hard-earned belongings, our money, and our trust in moving companies, you have violated the trust of millions.

What precautions should be taken before customers allow complete strangers to view and make note of everything that we value, everything that we own, thrown it in a truck, and drive away to who knows where? Do we call ICE? FBI? I know who I'm contacting, and this isn't a threat. I'm a federal employee, and I would never recommend any state or government agency to even consider these companies again.

I had to retain legal representation in order to get my belongings, which they kept from me for nearly 3 months, intentionally. I was forced to sleep on the floor, and one person from FL screamed at me and asked how it felt to know that Eric Scott was intentionally ignoring my calls/emails, then he laughed at me. Appalling customer service, and unprofessional behavior.

Further action is being taken, as these people are dishonest, manipulative, and thieves. I am also not the only victim.

SERVICE MEMBERS, FEDERAL & STATE GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES, ETC. PLEASE AVOID.

Class Action, anyone?

Move size: 1 Bedroom Home Service cost: $8500

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Pratik Holla

Aug 21, 2024

Long-distance move from Durham, NC to Santa Clara, CA

Poor Work and Customer Service- DON’T HIRE THEM

TLDR- Unprofessional moving company that packed haphazardly and poorly and delivered a couch with no cushion.

I had a recent long distance move done by Safeway. Listen to the negative reviews placed here on google. There are plenty of additional complaints on Yelp and Better Business Bureau and many people on Reddit stating how poorly this company does service. I highly doubt many of the positive reviews placed here are from real customers. You can tell by how short and sweet the reviews are. When you need volume you don't spend time with details. I wish I had done better research before doing business with them. My advice- scour reddit on r/moving and it will give you a good idea who you should be picking for your next move.

First and foremost, Safeway is a broker. Never pick brokers. They aren’t the actual moving company. They pretty much bid out the work to someone local. The people that came to pack my stuff were initially surprised that nothing was packed when I had explicitly stated and paid for a full pack and move service. Much of the packing was not organized well and was just dumped into boxes before placing tape on them. They also provide no update after picking your stuff up. Only some vague language that its on the way. I recommend placing some Airtag trackers in your stuff to get a general idea as to where it is. I am glad I was atleast able to get my stuff within the 21 day window as there are horror stories of people out there that took more than a month.

Worst part about my move was that the Safeway essentially lost a piece of my cushion of my expensive couch. Upon delivery, the driver essentially stated that the cushion was missing and must have gotten lost in transit. Safeway basically washes their hands off the problem pointing to the insurance clause that states that they only cover 60 cents/lb and that is tied to the weight of the cushion. They are like…”yeah we will try to find it for you…it might show up in 6 months. Good luck!”. This is not the level of service I expected. For the record, I have moved 5 times and have NEVER had a such a large mistake happen. I know what good service looks like and this isn’t it! The carefree attitude of this company should make you stay far away from them. They essentially dont care about your stuff once they have your initial deposit and have packed your stuff. They know you are in their hands.

Veteran owned….what a joke! You guys should be ashamed of the quality of work and customer service you are providing.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $6000

Ricky Hines

Aug 05, 2024

Long-distance move from Gadsden, SC to Baileyville, KS

Hassle-Free Moving Service

I appreciate all of your hard work and dedication. Working with Safeway Moving Systems was a great experience for us. I called this company when I needed assistance relocating, and they couldn't have been nicer or more accommodating. Overall, I found them to be quite accommodating, and they offered first-rate service at a price I could comfortably pay. Recommended!

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3560

Jonathan Gatto

Aug 10, 2024

Long-distance move from Haltom City, TX to Oklahoma City, OK

Broken stuff

The movers broke a lot of our stuff and seemed careless. Even put stuff together wrong and broke it!

They gave us a 3-day window but took more like 6.

Multiple items were broken even antiques.

I would never use them again!

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $9000

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Agustin Johnson

Aug 12, 2024

Long-distance move from Inwood, IA to Boca Raton, FL

Well organized!

I hired a moving team at the last minute, and it was a gamble that paid off big time. They arrived right on the dot, even though it was a Saturday morning and they must’ve had a busy week. The team leader noticed I had a massive antique mirror, and he took extra care with it, wrapping it in bubble wrap like he was handling a baby. When I got to the new place, I realized I’d forgotten to pack a box of kitchen essentials. They went back to my old place and retrieved it, no extra charge. Talk about going above and beyond!

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3860

Dennis Linville

Aug 12, 2024

Long-distance move from Halstead, KS to Dallas, WV

Super professional and fast service.

Moving out of a place where you’ve lived for years is always a mess, but this team took it in stride. They sorted through a chaotic jumble of boxes and clutter with a smile. They helped me organize my stuff a bit as they packed. When we got to the new place, they made sure everything was placed exactly where I wanted it. I thought I’d be drowning in boxes for days, but they made it all manageable.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4685

David Hodges

Aug 16, 2024

Long-distance move from Danvers, MA to Arlington, VA

They handled all my stuff with care.

Our move with Safeway Moving Systems went smoothly thanks to their expert handling of our heavy appliances. They used specialized equipment to lift and move our fridge, washing machine, and dryer with ease. They also disconnected and reconnected the water and gas lines and checked for any leaks. They also took care to secure everything in the trailer to prevent any shifting during transit. Very impressed with their professionalism and expertise.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4580

Bradford Mckenzie

Aug 19, 2024

Long-distance move from Frankford, DE to Concrete, WA

They were very helpful and courteous!!!

We had a lot of heavy, bulky items to move, including a pool table and exercise equipment. They brought a team of strong guys who worked together to lift and move everything safely and efficiently. They also dismantled and reassembled the pool table and the treadmill in our new basement. They even helped us level the pool table and adjust the belt on the treadmill. They were very helpful and courteous!!!

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $6145

Barton Nicolas

Jan 22, 2026

Long-distance move from Fort Wayne, IN to Black Hawk, CO

Impressive Moving Team.

These guys handled our move with a lot of skill and patience. We had a few delays with the keys at the new place, but the crew waited by the truck without any complaints. Once we got inside, they worked quickly to unload everything and put the heavy boxes in the correct rooms. I liked that they were very careful with the walls and the door frames throughout the entire day.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4875

Colby Black

Jan 26, 2026

Long-distance move from Alum Bridge, WV to Alta Vista, KS

Exceeded our expectations

My brother told me to call David because he had a great experience last year. I am glad I listened because the service was excellent and very straightforward. The truck was large enough for all my belongings, and the crew was friendly the whole time. They made sure every box was placed in the correct room, so I didn't have to move anything myself once they left.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4250

Christopher Callanan

Feb 05, 2026

Long-distance move from Belle Fourche, SD to Alum Bridge, WV

Problem Solver

Helping an elderly family member move is already a delicate task, so we were worried about how things would go. But from the moment the moving crew arrived, it was clear they were patient and didn't need constant direction. My aunt felt comfortable with them around, which, honestly, was the most important part. All of her personal belongings were packed and loaded safely without any issues. Grateful for how the team from Safeway Moving Systems handled it from start to finish.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $5890

Clay Metcalf

Jan 08, 2026

Long-distance move from Bentonville, AR to Denver, CO

!AVOID! ¡AVOID! ¡AVOID!

Great sales pitch. Smooth pickup. Then total radio silence.

Once they had my money and all my belongings, delivery promises meant nothing. Missed delivery windows, daily calls, zero answers, and a constant “dispatch will reach out” lie that never happened.

Customer service admitted they don’t know when my stuff will arrive and don’t care because they’re protected by the 30-day rule.

If you enjoy being powerless while a company holds everything you own, this is your mover.

Move size: 4 Bedroom Home Service cost: $16600

Matthews Chris

Dec 24, 2025

Long-distance move from Cannon Ball, ND to Ages Brookside, KY

Well organized!

Not every move involves boxes; I have to move heavy gym equipment that needs extra planning. The team from Safeway Moving Systems checked access points first and adjusted loading angles as needed. The team takes short breaks, and progress stayed steady without rushing. Delivery wrapped up within the expected window. I'd recommend this service for specialty items that require experience and patience.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3325

James Brown

Dec 25, 2025

Long-distance move from Winston Salem, NC to Fort Wayne, IN

Great care was taken

Our new refrigerator was delivered, but the delivery guys wouldn't take the old one away. We called Safeway Moving Systems for a small job to just haul the old fridge from our kitchen, down a deck, and away. Jack came out himself. He was in and out in under thirty minutes. He had all the right straps and a dolly to navigate the tricky step down from the deck without damaging anything. He was friendly and didn't charge a huge minimum fee.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3591

Lenny Sharpe

Dec 29, 2025

Long-distance move from Beech Island, SC to Fort Wayne, IN

Friendly and helpful guys!

I'm a photographer and needed to move my studio. This meant moving not just furniture, but extremely expensive, sensitive camera gear, lighting equipment, and backdrop stands. I was a nervous wreck. The crew treated my equipment like museum pieces. They used custom-sized boxes and an incredible amount of foam padding for every lens and light. They created a separate, cushioned zone in the truck just for the gear. At the new studio, they unpacked the fragile boxes first, per my request. Their meticulous attention to detail and understanding of the value of my equipment went far beyond a standard move. They provided a specialized, white-glove service that put my mind completely at ease.

Move size: Studio Service cost: $4755

Thompson Alfred

Dec 30, 2025

Long-distance move from Belle Fourche, SD to Fort Lauderdale, FL

Sublime Experience!

Really glad I went with this team. They handled a warehouse move for us last week, and it went better than we expected. The crew came prepared with what they needed and worked steadily through the afternoon. They didn't waste time or ask for help figuring things out. We were set up in the new space before the evening, which saved us a lot of hassle.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4430

Charles Thompson

Feb 16, 2026

Long-distance move from Avon Lake, OH to Baton Rouge, LA

I would highly recommend working with this team.

Solid 5 stars for the way this crew handled the chaos of my move. We had about 50 boxes and a lot of loose toys and sports gear that weren't even packed right when they got there. The guys from Safeway Moving Systems just grabbed some extra bins and helped us get organized without making us feel rushed. I am so relieved that everything actually made it into the house in one trip.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4870

John Foster

Feb 23, 2026

Long-distance move from Bean Station, TN to Beach Haven, PA

Super professional and fast service

They showed up ahead of schedule and got straight to work without needing to be told what to do. Each person had a role, and they worked through the load in a clear, steady way. Before moving anything big, they made sure it was ready to go. They stayed focused the whole time and kept things moving without making a mess. The way they handled the job made the whole process feel under control. I’m happy to leave a positive review for a job well done!

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4855

Kyle Dedrick

Feb 24, 2026

Long-distance move from Newport News, VA to Baker City, OR

Loyal Customer service.

The movers showed up ready and didn’t get thrown off by the mess. They asked a couple of quick questions and then just got to it. There was a mix of boxes, bags, and old gear, and they handled it all without slowing down or asking me to sort it. The moving crew from Safeway Moving Systems loaded all the things for storage and didn’t leave any trash behind. It was the kind of job I didn’t want to deal with alone, and they made it feel easy.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3695

Edwin Thompson

Feb 25, 2026

Long-distance move from Moscow, ID to Amanda Park, WA

Wow, these guys are great; thanks a lot!

I really wasn’t looking forward to moving my apartment, but this crew made it a lot better than I expected. They were careful with my mattress and didn't leave any marks on the walls while moving things out. They just got in, did the job, and were very polite the whole time. It’s a relief to have all my belongings in my new place without any broken dishes or missing items.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $5780

William White

Feb 26, 2026

Long-distance move from Big Sioux, SD to South Bend, IN

I Am A satisfied Customer NOw

The moving team that I booked for my house relocation showed up and went straight for the biggest items in the house. It was impressive watching them navigate the hallways without scuffing the paint or dropping anything. They kept a steady pace for about five hours until the last box was placed in the right room. There were no delays, which is exactly what I was hoping for when I hired them. My stuff arrived in the same condition it left, which I appreciate a lot.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4325

Ross Murphy

Feb 27, 2026

Long-distance move from Beach Haven, PA to Beaver Dam, KY

Excellent from start to finish!!!!!

The crew showed up on time and got straight to work without standing around. They cleared one area at a time and kept the job moving without delays. Larger household pieces were handled carefully so walls stayed clear. The work never slowed down once it started. It felt like the team had done many house moves before because they handled the job in a steady way.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3120

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ICC MC number: 1335229
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US D.O.T.: 3756000
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Local State License: FLIM8313

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For Safeway Moving Systems, we estimate that their average long-distance moving costs will be around $4715, based on 289 long distance moving reviews.

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