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By far, my favorite service from Allied Van Lines is its GlobeCom tracking system. It allows customers to track their shipment from door to door throughout the move. Because of modern technology, most of us are used to being able to track services and shipments online, so Allied has really capitalized on providing a quality service that its customers want.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Not only does its tracking system give you peace of mind, but it can also help you to resolve problems and disputes. A digital document trail is valuable evidence when confronting potential issues. While modern moving and shipping have very good processes in place to ensure the timely and thorough transportation of goods, international moving is complex, and things can sometimes slip through the cracks. Having a tracking system like this available is extremely advantageous for customers.<\/p>\n
Beyond that, Allied is a solid and reliable company with a long history to back it up. It has all the bells and whistles that make your life easier and gives you options to tailor your move to suit your needs. Allied has been in business for decades and knows its stuff, and customers consistently report having positive, professional experiences with the brand.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Allied has some issues with transparency. It doesn\u2019t disclose whether it\u2019s a broker or carrier, which is consequential for the customer because of how different the processes can be. Brokers don\u2019t actually move the goods themselves. Rather, a broker contracts a company that physically moves the goods. These physical movers are called carriers. This can lead to complications in resolving disputes and issues due to multiple points of contact between two different companies. It can also lead to brokers hiring a less-than-reputable carrier to move your goods. This isn\u2019t usually the case, but it can happen.<\/p>\n
The other issue is a gray area during the quoting process \u2014 the company requires a virtual or in-person survey of goods to get a quote. This isn\u2019t a bad thing; in fact, it can be a good thing. The company ensuring that goods are declared accurately decreases the likelihood of unexpected cost increases during the move. However, it\u2019s time-consuming, especially if you\u2019re just shopping around and not ready to commit to anything. So, whether an in-person survey is a good thing or a bad thing just depends on your specific inclinations. At the very least, if you decide to commit to hiring Allied, the in-person survey will be to your ultimate benefit \u2014 even if it is a bit of a hassle.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/p>\nBottom Line: 8.3\/10<\/h3>\n <\/strong><\/span><\/svg><\/svg><\/span><\/button><\/p>\n\n
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Allied excels in the tracking department, which really sets it apart from its competitors. The ability to track shipments through all parts of the moving process is a valuable service for customers. It\u2019s my favorite service it offers, but Allied also has many other selling points. It\u2019s a reputable company with solid reviews. It also offers a host of services and customizations, including international vehicle shipping and a moving calculator so that you can get a quick estimation of how much your move will cost. It\u2019s not a firm quote, but if you\u2019re just shopping around, it spares you the burden of going through a proper quote process.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The strongest criticism I have of Allied is its lack of carrier\/broker disclosure. The difference is important for customers so they know what to expect in the moving process. Brokers, while useful in some situations, can create difficulties in other situations, especially if there\u2019s a problem or dispute. Because brokers contract carriers who do the actual move, it can lead to confusing situations.\u00a0<\/p>\n
However, of all the companies on the list, I\u2019d consider Allied first. Between its shipment tracking system and the great variety of services and customizations, the company is ready to tackle any international move, no matter how complex. It\u2019s a respectable company with a strong track record and positive feedback. While other companies may have a slight edge on Allied in terms of longevity and industry experience, the brand\u2019s robust tracking system really sells it for me.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/p>\nBasic Services and Cost: 10\/10<\/h3>\n <\/strong><\/span><\/svg><\/svg><\/span><\/button><\/p>\n\n
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Allied has an ample variety of services, even if you\u2019re not looking to move internationally. Whatever moving you need done, it can do. Within our review standards, Allied offers all listed services. So, it gets a perfect score in this category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\nService<\/em><\/td>\nAvailability (Yes or No)<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nLocal Moving<\/em><\/td>\nYes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nLong Distance\/Interstate Moving<\/em><\/td>\nYes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nInternational Moving<\/em><\/td>\nYes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nPacking and Unpacking<\/em><\/td>\nYes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nLoading and Unloading<\/em><\/td>\nYes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nStorage Services<\/em><\/td>\nYes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\nCost<\/h4>\n Assessing the cost of Allied compared to competitors is difficult, as I was unable to secret shop with them. As part of the quoting process, Allied requires a physical or virtual survey of the goods you want to be moved. While this is a bit demanding, it\u2019s actually a good sign. A lot of problems for customers arise from goods being incorrectly declared, which means the movers are legally allowed to change the quote when they show up on the day of the move. A virtual or physical survey minimizes the risk of this happening and helps ensure the customer isn\u2019t hit with unexpected changes to cost by the company.<\/p>\n
So, while I\u2019m disappointed that I couldn\u2019t get a quote, I\u2019m happy to see it\u2019s for a good reason.<\/p>\n
Available Discounts<\/h4>\n The only discount offered by Allied Van Lines is a senior discount. However, you can get a better price by booking well ahead of time. Generally, 60 days is sufficient. Providing a delivery window, as opposed to a specific date, will also net you some savings. There are other ways to save money on moving<\/a>, too.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Allied has a great array of customization options. It offers a valuable home staging option, which is hard to find with moving companies. It\u2019s an incredibly useful service for everyone, especially older adults and people with disabilities. It alleviates a lot of the burden of organizing the transportation of your household goods. It also makes them stand out from most companies on this list, and most moving companies of any sort since home staging isn\u2019t widely offered by moving companies. For this category, Allied gets a perfect score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\nCustomization Options\u00a0<\/td>\n Availability\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nAssembly\/ Disassembly<\/td>\n Yes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nSells Packing Materials<\/td>\n Yes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nOffers Valuation Coverage<\/td>\n Yes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nPiano Moving<\/td>\n Yes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nCar Shipping<\/td>\n Yes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nSpecial Item\/ Antique Moving<\/td>\n Yes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nCustom Crating<\/td>\n Yes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nJunk Removal<\/td>\n Yes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nHome Staging<\/td>\n Yes<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Allied does very well in terms of customer reviews. The only criticism I have is it has relatively few reviews. That\u2019s not the fault of Allied, but I wish there were more so we could get a better sample. The only other thing is its Better Business Bureau (BBB) letter grade is below some of the others on the list (it\u2019s still decent at a B, though). Because the BBB doesn\u2019t disclose exactly how it calculates its letter grade, I can\u2019t say why or what causes it to be ranked below those other companies. However, the BBB is widely trusted as an authority on the good (or bad) conduct of a business, so I\u2019m inclined to trust its assessment \u2014 even if the calculation is opaque.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\nRating Site<\/em><\/td>\nRating<\/em><\/td>\nNumber of Reviews<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nBBB<\/em><\/td>\nB<\/em><\/td>\nCustomer Reviews are not used in the calculation of BBB Rating<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nTrustpilot<\/em><\/td>\n