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Last Updated: Feb 29, 2024
After conducting thorough research, Moving Feedback gave Allied Van Lines a call. We asked plenty of questions to see if their moving services were worth considering for your next move.
BEST MOVING CREWS
4.1
To gauge whether Allied Van Lines was worth your time, we went undercover as customers and contacted their moving agents. During the call, we asked about a hypothetical move to get an idea of what customers could expect from the company. We also drew from our over 20 years of experience (and authentic customer feedback) to see if everything checked out.
If you’re short on time, you can jump right to our table of pricing information, and read our in-depth review of Allied Van Lines. Otherwise, read on to learn more about how Allied Van Lines works.
Allied Van Lines is a nationwide chain with over 94 years of experience in the moving industry. They started small, and have since grown into an instantly-recognizable moving company. Headquartered in Chicago, Allied Van Lines is a big-name provider of moving services across the country.
Allied offers various moving services, including local, long-distance, and international moves. Their customer service is also commendable (which you’ll read about later), and they go above and beyond to ensure that their clients have a smooth and stress-free moving experience.
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| Best Moving Crews | Best for Long Distance | Best Customer Reviews | Best Overall | Most Affordable |
| No discounts offered during call | 18% Flexibility Discount | 20% Seasonal Discount | Early booking | 15% Student Discount |
| $5999 - $7999 (Avg. 2-3 bedroom) | $4999 - $7999 (Avg. 2-3 bedroom) | $5100 - $7900 (Avg. 2-3 bedroom) | $4,861 - $7,763 (Avg. 2-3 bedroom) | $2300-$5600 (Avg. 2-3 bedroom) |
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When we called Allied Van Lines, they gave us a quote for $21,984.75. It’s important to remember that every move is different. The cost of a move is influenced by several factors, including distance, the number of items being moved, and any additional services requested.
When you’re working with Allied Van Lines, they may have to send an agent to your house for an in-home inspection to see how much your stuff will weigh.
It’s a bit inconvenient, and other moving companies may be able to give you a quote over email instead. However, you’ll need to know exactly how much stuff you’re moving for convenience.
We requested a quote for a hypothetical move of 23,000 pounds from Florida to Texas and were quoted a price of $21,984.75. If your head is spinning, don’t worry – a 3-bedroom home sits at 7,000 to 9,000 pounds, and you may not even be moving out of state.
If you’re still struggling to wrap your head around that pricetag, we’ll break it down for you: Long distance movers charge by weight and distance, and a long distance move is anything across state lines, or over 100 miles.
A big part of our price came from the amount of stuff we needed moved, and how far it all had to travel. But it’s important to remember that Allied Van Lines is a big-name mover.
They’ve been around for a while, and they do everything in-house. When it comes to these big brand movers, there’s often a premium paid just for the name.
If you’re really trying to save some money, independent movers are a great option. They offer the best bang for your buck, and they don’t charge you for services you don’t end up needing.
Check out our list of the best independent long distance moving companies if you’d like to know more.
We’re happy to report we had a positive experience with Allied Van Lines. Overall, they were really attentive to our needs, and although their services are on the expensive side, you do get what you pay for.
When we made our call, we got connected to a real moving agent within a pretty reasonable amount of time – not more than 5 minutes. Most moving companies have automated systems in place to handle callers, so we appreciated the personal touch of speaking with an actual person.
We were assisted by a moving agent named Chris. Chris was pleasant and professional on the phone, and the process went smoothly. He created a file for us, took down our contact information, and asked us about our move.
Chris answered our questions, but as a helpful bonus, he also provided some of his own insight to ensure we were well-informed. This kind of insider info is always appreciated, and it can make planning your move way easier.
Our agent walked us through a list of services offered by Allied Van Lines. We appreciated the fact that he paid close attention to our needs and recommended services based on our specific situation.
Every move is different, and we were pleased to see that Allied Van Lines provides a range of services to meet those different needs. When we spoke to Chris, he explained that Allied can help with everything from packing to storage and beyond.
Allied Van Lines provides the federally required minimum level of coverage for your move, which is $0.60 per pound of belongings lost, damaged, or destroyed. However, Allied also offers what they call Extra Care Protection (ECP) for an additional fee.
If you require full coverage insurance, Allied gives you the option. With other movers, you may have to book your insurance through a third party, instead, so having ECP on the table was a convenient bonus.
Please keep in mind that most movers require their customers to pay for packing services if they offer full coverage insurance.
Unfortunately, we were not offered any discounts during our call with Allied Van Lines. However, we recommend reaching out to them directly to see if you qualify for any discounts – especially if you’re moving a lot of stuff a long distance.
Allied Van Lines provided us with a helpful list of service dates, which included windows for packing, loading, and delivery. To pack everything up, Allied estimated it’d take 2 days.
Loading would take 1 day, and transporting and delivery would take 5 to 8 days. All told we were looking at a moving window of 7 to 10 days.
In addition to our call, we went ahead and compiled a list of customer reviews for Allied Van Lines that we gathered from around the web.
These reviews give you a good look at what other customers are saying, and they may help you decide if Allied Van Lines is worth it.
“The pack team did a great job! The team arrived during the arrival window. The team leader and the entire team did a walk-through to ensure that everyone was aware of what needed to be packed. They asked questions as appropriate. They took care of my delicate items and made sure before leaving that they packed everything to my satisfaction.”
Natalie. Via Consumer Affairs
“From start to finish, the entire process was easy, smooth and stress free. Would choose Coleman again for any future move! Mike, the driver was great and delivered all of our belongings in one piece and free of any damage.”
Jonathan. Via Consumer Affairs
We weren’t offered any discounts on our call, but it’s rare for a moving company to not provide any discounts at all. We recommend giving Allied a call ahead of time if you’re looking for a way to save every penny.
Our estimate gave us a window of 7 to 10 days, but the length of your move with Allied Van Lines will depend on a variety of factors: The distance of the move, the size of the move, whether you need to make extra stops, and other individual circumstances. Contact Allied Van Lines directly for a personalized estimate of how long your move will take.
Allied Van Lines is typically busiest during peak moving season, which runs from June to August. You may luck out and be able to book a move during this time, but expect to pay a hefty premium on top of the rush to get a move done.
Yes, Allied Van Lines offers insurance coverage for your move. They are federally required to provide a minimum level of coverage, but they also provide more coverage in the form of their Extra Care Protection (ECP) for an additional fee.
No, Allied Van Lines does not subcontract movers. All of their movers are employees of the company and are trained to provide top-notch service.
Overall, we had a positive experience with Allied Van Lines. Our moving agent, Chris, was professional and helpful throughout our entire call and quote process. We also appreciated the wide range of services that they offer.
Moving with a big-name mover can be pricey, but from our interaction with Allied Van Lines, it really seems like you get what you pay for. We have no problems recommending Allied Van Lines to anyone looking for a reliable and professional moving company.
You made it! Thanks for reading our review of Allied Van Lines. If you think they’re the right fit for your move, give them a call and get started with your quote. And be sure to check back in with Moving Feedback for more mover reviews, tips, and moving industry info in the future!
Meet Harrison, a writer with a real passion for real estate and moving. For the past three years, he's been putting his writing skills to use for companies in these industries, but his experience with moving extends far beyond his keyboard. In fact, he's moved over a dozen times himself, sometimes with the help of professionals, and other times by taking on the move all on his own. Through these experiences, he's learned some valuable lessons about what can make a move a breeze, and what can turn it into a stressful nightmare. And when he's not busy writing, you can find him researching ways to make his next move as smooth and easy as possible.