Harrison's by Apple Moving has been moving Tidewater's families since 1956. Unlike those large, impersonal, national companies, Harrison's prides itself on working with you to customize your moving experience to meet your specific needs and exceed your moving expectations. Harrison's Sales Representatives work closely with you on all facets of pre-move planning, your actual move-day and follow-up & service after the move. They perform the role of project managers to ensure that your entire move runs smoothly and according to your plan.
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Harrison's by Apple Moving has been moving Tidewater's families since 1956. Unlike those large, impersonal national companies, Harrison's, a full service mover, prides itself on working with you to customize your moving experience to meet your specific needs and exceed your moving expectations. Our reputation has earned us respect from across the country and around the world.
In particular, I write about, Foster, Ronnie, and Kenny. These three gentlemen were the sunshine of our day last week when they packed up our home of 33 years. You can well imagine that the weeks leading up to that move day were very very emotional. The entire experience was one of actual "pleasure!"
Harrison's Sales Representatives work closely with you on all facets of pre-move planning, your actual move-day and follow-up & service after the move. They perform the role of project managers to ensure that your entire move runs smoothly and according to your plan. Harrison's uses only our own, full-time, highly trained employees, and full service movers.
Harrison's by Apple Moving is the local moving company of choice in the Tidewater area. We have been moving Tidewater's families since 1956. Unlike those large, impersonal, national companies, Harrison's prides itself on working with you to customize your moving experience to meet your specific needs and exceed your moving expectations.
Reviews (7)
Chris Beltrand
Jun 24, 2022
Overall a good experience. The packers, loaders and unloaders where great. Very professional, friendly, and efficient. Only a few small items damaged which is normal in my experience and no big deal to me. Well done Cliff and team. I spent a lot time researching and reading reviews since this is the first move I had to pay out of pocket. Its very interesting the differences in pricing and weight estimates between companies. Harrison's weight estimate was low by *** and therefore the final price was *** above the quote.
Every company estimator told me they try to be within 10% of the weight so this wasn't even close but I expected as much, in fact one of the packers on day 1 of 2 told me the estimate would be well off. My only compliant is that I seem to be missing a box or two. When they loaded my stuff not everything would fit into the truck due to the need for some strapping in order to secure things.
Some boxes were placed into a smaller truck and then the driver oversaw the final strap down and added those boxes. After unpacking everything I'm missing a few things. I called the claims department and left a message which has yet to be returned. I then emailed the sales person/estimator and explained the situation. He forwarded the email to claims but I still haven't heard anything which is disappointing.
All I've asked is that they look around their warehouse to see if there are any boxes with my name on them. I delayed this review in hopes that I would get a response from them and have nothing bad to say but they have not responded.
Every company estimator told me they try to be within 10% of the weight so this wasn't even close but I expected as much, in fact one of the packers on day 1 of 2 told me the estimate would be well off. My only compliant is that I seem to be missing a box or two. When they loaded my stuff not everything would fit into the truck due to the need for some strapping in order to secure things.
Some boxes were placed into a smaller truck and then the driver oversaw the final strap down and added those boxes. After unpacking everything I'm missing a few things. I called the claims department and left a message which has yet to be returned. I then emailed the sales person/estimator and explained the situation. He forwarded the email to claims but I still haven't heard anything which is disappointing.
All I've asked is that they look around their warehouse to see if there are any boxes with my name on them. I delayed this review in hopes that I would get a response from them and have nothing bad to say but they have not responded.
Slow Down
Jan 25, 2022
On such a tight budget, I didn't think I could afford a moving company. But, I also knew I couldn't move my household with only the help of my daughter and two parents. I didn't want to ask a dozen friends to help and pray they showed up on move-day. To keep costs down, I packed everything I could into my own boxes so when the movers came, most of what they handled was dozens of my boxes.
They did have to get the larger furniture items and some pieces I did not know how to pack, as I could not handle those. The first pack out was before I sold my house, so that it would show nicer with less of my belongings cluttering up the house for showings. Harrison's took the first full box truck sized load to their facility and stored it for hundreds (yes, really) less than the pack-it-yourself places. (For one of the you-pack places, between the pick up of one of the largest 16-ft. containers they offer, rental of the box and then rental cost for storage of the container in their facility, my costs in 1/2021 would have been over $300 monthly.) That was too high for my projected 60-90 days that I needed to have my items stored.
The second pick up was after my house was sold. Again, I had everything I could packed into boxes when they arrived except larger items. All boxes were labeled for whichever rooms they were to go into at the new house. They second load went to their facility also, for storage until I could close on my new home. Once I closed, their crew arrived on time and got us moved in.
My less than "cut and dry" requests for my move were met with great customer service, understanding and everything was done by Harrison's as promised. Before, during and after the move, Joe, my salesman, followed up on each question I had, even after hours or weekends. The crew supervisor, Carlos, and his team were all professional, well mannered and very capable.
For as long as my items were stored and handled, nothing was damaged. So, give these folks a try. Even if you think it's over your budget and like I did, you will be pleasantly surprised.
They did have to get the larger furniture items and some pieces I did not know how to pack, as I could not handle those. The first pack out was before I sold my house, so that it would show nicer with less of my belongings cluttering up the house for showings. Harrison's took the first full box truck sized load to their facility and stored it for hundreds (yes, really) less than the pack-it-yourself places. (For one of the you-pack places, between the pick up of one of the largest 16-ft. containers they offer, rental of the box and then rental cost for storage of the container in their facility, my costs in 1/2021 would have been over $300 monthly.) That was too high for my projected 60-90 days that I needed to have my items stored.
The second pick up was after my house was sold. Again, I had everything I could packed into boxes when they arrived except larger items. All boxes were labeled for whichever rooms they were to go into at the new house. They second load went to their facility also, for storage until I could close on my new home. Once I closed, their crew arrived on time and got us moved in.
My less than "cut and dry" requests for my move were met with great customer service, understanding and everything was done by Harrison's as promised. Before, during and after the move, Joe, my salesman, followed up on each question I had, even after hours or weekends. The crew supervisor, Carlos, and his team were all professional, well mannered and very capable.
For as long as my items were stored and handled, nothing was damaged. So, give these folks a try. Even if you think it's over your budget and like I did, you will be pleasantly surprised.
Beverly Pierce
Dec 13, 2021
Harrison's Moving Company was very professional from the front office to the packers and delivery personnel. I was very pleased with all services provided. My belongings were delivered out of state but I was unable to be there. My daughter and son in law who was there at delivery was so impressed they took a video. T
Gayle Ganley
Aug 15, 2021
The people were amazing. Professional yet fun and obviously enjoying their jobs every day. The packing ladies were so fast! And not one item was broken over 2 days. The movers were cool dudes. Friendly, efficient and, most of all, careful with our stuff. All the staff went above and beyond. If you've ever gone through the process, you know moving is super stressful. The Harrison's team greatly helped in reducing that stress which made me VERY happy. 5 s!
Donald Allen
Jun 25, 2021
I loved the experience with Harrisons Moving. Searg and his crew were excellent. I felt really bad since one of Searg's crew members was missing a good friend's wedding. It was a long, very hot, very late, 12 hour move but Harrisons men hung in there till the end. My only complaint/concern was the mattress was a little dirty after setup but I didn't make a big deal about it, my wife on the other hand did.
My company has given some business to Harrisons since my move. I hope they appreciate it when I move again and remember this which I hope won't be anytime soon. Harrisons is not cheap but whoever said quality was! I would rather take the time to do it right then to have damaged furniture at the end that will have to be replaced. This philosophy is used in my business which people don't understand today.
They want it done but quickly and then out of the house. Like the old saying goes, you get what you pay for! Thank you Harrisons for making this a much better experience compared to another company from 2 1/2 years ago when I moved into a temp rental house. Keep up the good work and tell Searg and his crew Donald Allen was thinking about them and appreciates their hard work from back in July.
My company has given some business to Harrisons since my move. I hope they appreciate it when I move again and remember this which I hope won't be anytime soon. Harrisons is not cheap but whoever said quality was! I would rather take the time to do it right then to have damaged furniture at the end that will have to be replaced. This philosophy is used in my business which people don't understand today.
They want it done but quickly and then out of the house. Like the old saying goes, you get what you pay for! Thank you Harrisons for making this a much better experience compared to another company from 2 1/2 years ago when I moved into a temp rental house. Keep up the good work and tell Searg and his crew Donald Allen was thinking about them and appreciates their hard work from back in July.
Rob C.
Apr 08, 2021
The two packers came in on a Friday and did a phenomenal job. Multiple packing sheets were used on almost every item to ensure it doesn't break. The movers had their work cut out for them but they were only there for about 5 hours, on a cold February morning. Our property stayed in storage from Monday to Friday and then we moved in on Friday. The only thing broken was an outdoor alligator ornament, which wasn't valuable and we ended up throwing away. I would use Harrison's again if we ever desire to move again.
Velma Wisdom
Jun 15, 2020
We read a lot of reviews before deciding which mover to go with. I understand the low ratings for this company now. We had several antique pieces of furniture that where damaged in our move. They forgot our gas grill when loading and offered no resolution when I notified them. Very few phone calls from them to update us on the status of our delivery, I had to call them. Although, they were very prompt and persistent about calling for payment.
The estimated weight was quite a bit low, we sold several items before they came to load, pulled our own trailer load of heavy items and the weight was still at the high end of their estimate. I wish we had been less optimistic and trusted the 1 star reviews.
The estimated weight was quite a bit low, we sold several items before they came to load, pulled our own trailer load of heavy items and the weight was still at the high end of their estimate. I wish we had been less optimistic and trusted the 1 star reviews.
