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Small Load Moving Company San Francisco

Ask several San Francisco moving companies to quote a studio apartment, and you may get several prices built around a truck minimum you don’t actually need. San Francisco’s housing stock is compact, access can be challenging, and many traditional moving companies are set up around much larger shipments.

Ship Smart serves the other end of that market. We are a San Francisco moving company specializing in small interstate shipments—from 150 to 2,000 pounds—moving from the Bay Area to destinations across the country. There is no minimum truckload requirement because you’re paying for your shipment, not an entire truck.

We are a licensed interstate carrier, MC# 381032 and DOT# 2226241.

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ShipSmart Offer The Best Value For Money Deal Among All Available Options

Comparing Small Moving Companies in San Francisco

Not every company that appears in a search for small movers offers the same service.

Hourly local movers can be a good fit for a move from the Mission to Bernal Heights or another nearby neighborhood. They typically operate under intrastate authority. If you need to move that same couch to Denver, however, you’ll need an interstate carrier — or you may be referred to a subcontractor you didn’t choose.

Full-service van lines have interstate authority and are well-suited for larger household moves. Their pricing and minimums, however, are often built around substantially larger shipments. A studio or one-bedroom move can end up being priced against a minimum that has little to do with the amount you’re actually moving.

Small-load interstate carriers, like Ship Smart, price shipments rather than vehicles. The tradeoff is that consolidated shipments offer a delivery window rather than a guaranteed single-day delivery appointment.

Why San Francisco Is a Hard City to Move Out Of?

Three key factors can impact the cost of your move:

  • Steep Grades: Hilly or narrow streets may require us to use smaller shuttle vehicles for your pickup.

  • Stairs: Many multi-story buildings lack elevators, which significantly increases labor costs.

  • Limited Curb Space: Tight residential streets often require an advance SFMTA temporary parking permit.

Get an Accurate Quote: We account for these conditions in our pricing. Please provide your full address, stair and elevator details, and any specific building requirements so your estimate reflects the actual pickup conditions.

Ship Smart In San Francisco

201 Mission St Ste 1200,
San Francisco, CA 94105-1888
USA

Call (866) 805-5045

Our Customer Testimonials

★★★★★ Last month, my son Ryan needed to move all his belongings from his apartment in Texas to Michigan for his PhD program. I called two national moving companies to understand the process and get the prices. Moving household good is new for us and therefore we did some research. We were concerned due to folks posting very negative experiences with moving companies including national chains. We decided to hire Ship Smart, and had the most pleasant experience with them. Ship Smart pricing is very reasonable compares with others especially for smaller shipments. I worked with Ana Mayer, the Operation Manager. She is a very diligent, professional, and extremely caring person. Ana was able to rescheduled delivery date that fit my son's travel to Michigan timing. She went way beyond her normal operational responsibility by offering for us to contact her in case there was any issues on a Saturday delivery. In the future if we need moving services again, our first call will be to Ship Smart. I would highly recommend Ship Smart and definitely ask to work with Ana Mayer. I hope this feedback is helpful to anyone looking for moving companies. Thank you.Phil NguyenPhil Nguyen ★★★★★ They were wonderful, truly spectacular.Lileon SlateLileon Slate ★★★★★ Really took good care of my furniture. We're always on time when they said they pick up and deliver to our new location.Bobby RichardsonBobby Richardson ★★★★★ Great service and fair price. On time and good communication.Ron RudolphRon Rudolph ★★★★★ We had a very challenging shipment to handle with specific timing and handling. Not only were they able to meet our needs but they truly did a fantastic job! We will, without a doubt, be using them again!!!ShariseSharise ★★★★★ ShipSmart exceeded my expectations. Scheduling by phone was easy, I was able to get a pickup on exactly the day and time I requested, pickup and packing was well done, they gave me an estimate of 2 weeks for my 2 chairs (to be put on a truck with others) to move cross country. I was sent an online tool to choose my delivery date and time, and they delivered exactly then, and they even sent me a geo-tracking locator for that day so I could see when the truck was on its way. There was one time I couldn’t get a call back from customer service a few days after pickup, and the price was high ($2k for 2 armchairs cross country), but because these chairs were irreplaceable in sentimental value, it was worth it to me. I event put an Apple tracking tag in each chair for extra confidence in knowing where they were. I would highly recommend ShipSmart.L WL W ★★★★★ Reliable, quick and upfront with costs and timeframes . Made my move a lot simpler . In home pick up and drop off worked out great .Would use again on my next move .Brenda FigueroaBrenda Figueroa ★★★★★ Ship Smart was very responsive, efficient and pulled off a cross-country (San Francisco to New York City) furniture move for us perfectly. The move required a bit of coordination and the delivery was tricky given it was in Greenwich Village/West Village with very difficult parking and a third-floor walkup but they managed it without a problem and the delivery guys were extraordinarily polite, helpful and also cleaned up/took away all the packing materials. I’m planning on using these same movers for another similar move this summer.Brian DavisBrian Davis ★★★★★ Sidra ChoudrySidra Choudry ★★★★★ EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE EVERY TIME!!!!Cherry SmokeCherry Smoke ★★★★★ Highly recommend. I shipped some furniture and a lot of fragile glassware, ceramics, etc., across the country. Exceptional service. The shipment was packed very well. Professional and courteous service. Not one item was damaged.Haig NazarianHaig Nazarian ★★★★★ Analisa EchevarriaAnalisa Echevarria ★★★★★ Movers were in contact within 24 hours to pick up the art piece, was on its way from California to Wisconsin in the next week and arrived when scheduled. I was impressed with the way it was boxed. No chance it would be damaged. Delivery driver took care to remove it from the truck and placed it in my garage where I requested it. Very happy with the whole experience. Thank you to everyone involved.Jay CashmoreJay Cashmore ★★★★★ I was hesitant to hire Ship Smart to move my household goods to Canada as there were some negative comments online. I spoke to the representative about these comments and he explained this happened when people didn't disclose the proper amount of goods originally. I tried to be very accurate with how much I was intending to ship. In the end, I was refunded the amount my estimate was in excess of the actual weight of my contents. I was so surprised to actually get money returned after the contents had been crated and wrapped at the warehouse.I was very impressed with the contact I had with all the individuals I had any interaction with. My move couldn't have been handled any better. Thank you Ship Smart. Great service.Fiona PeneycadFiona Peneycad ★★★★★ The price was fair for coast to coast delivery. The process was a breeze, and the delivery drivers were on time and professional. I would recommend this company to my friends and family.James HarveyJames Harvey ★★★★★ Super efficient! Seamless experience from quote, to pick up and delivery!Michele NeubauerMichele Neubauer ★★★★★ I used Ship Smart for THE item I wanted after my Mom passed. It was handed extremely well, the customer service was excellent, the final leg was convenient for us on delivery. Zero damage, very well packed. Thanks Ship Smart!Douglas BrownDouglas Brown ★★★★★ My moving experience with Ship Smart was exceptional with the highest standard of professionalism.I did a significant amount of research and Ship Smart is the company I had complete trust in. Their website is organized and a true reflection of their company and services.Communications were timely and consistent. Everyone in the process was wonderful to work with.My items were thoughtfully packed and in perfect condition when they arrived.My move was peaceful, simple, stress free and a happy memory. They were the perfect moving company for my small cross country move.Andrea SerenoAndrea Sereno ★★★★★ This long distance transaction went flawlessly from the pick up, packaging, overland travel and delivery. High recommendations. PJSPatrick J. SlatteryPatrick J. Slattery ★★★★★ Mario FerroMario Ferro ★★★★★ Robert at Ship Smart has been incredibly helpful and kind in helping me navigate my move. He's quick and responsive. I feel supported and taken care of. Highly recommend and will use for my next move!Erin LongErin Long ★★★★★ Works well for moving smaller items. Be aware that the original quote is an estimate and that all of your items are weighed then your given your final price based on weight. You can get price per pound from them. Things were packed very well. Movers were great on both sides, no issuesRyanRyan ★★★★★ I can't express enough appreciation for the professional help Ariel provided me through out the process.Great work, very much appreciated.Mike KMike K ★★★★★ Outstanding experience. Pickup team was on time, courteous and efficient. Carefully tagged each item. Lyndsi was very helpful and responsive especially as we didn't have a destination address to begin our move. The delivery came to us a few weeks later (NJ to CA) on the day scheduled and again move on team was very courteous and helpful putting each box in the designated room. Wow !Stephen RaffStephen Raff ★★★★★ Ship Smart did a fantastic job for us! They shipped a small amount of items when my mom made a 1400 mile move. The person who picked up the items was helpful and quick and careful with all the items. The shipment was delivered as stated. The delivery driver went to extra lengths for drop the shipment off at a convenient location at our house. He was kind and helpful. The whole experience was great. I would use Ship Smart again!Joni RoyJoni Roy ★★★★★ All of the subcontractors did a great job, good communication and on time. Our items got to our destination safely, nothing broken or missing.Tim BevanTim Bevan ★★★★★ Excellent service from scheduling, packing, shipping, and receiving of our shipment. Our shipment came from Southern Florida to Norther Alberta Canada in 3 weeks, in perfect condition. Thank you for the professional efficient reasonablly priced service.Harry AHarry A ★★★★★ Overall great experience from pick up to delivery. I was kept informed every step of the way. Highly recommend!Debra MassaDebra Massa ★★★★★ Ship Smart provided me with superior service every step of the way.Roger SnellingRoger Snelling ★★★★★ Best movers in town!!! Moved from Chicago all good.anoymous classanoymous class ★★★★★ Best movers in town!!! Moved from Chicago all good.Basu PorwalBasu Porwal ★★★★★ Great experience from start to finish. Experienced and professional team. Shipped my heirlooms from East Coast to the West Coast. Everything arrived packed very well and nothing was damaged.Dawn BackDawn Back ★★★★★ I had to move some beautiful mid-century modern teak furniture from my parent’s home in Jersey to my home in Palm Springs CA. These were exceptional pieces in perfect condition. And they arrived cross country in exactly the same condition. I was so impressed at every level. From start to finish the service was flawless and the furniture arrived quicker than I expected. The cost was very reasonable. I was nervous because some of the pieces were unusually shaped. Absolutely no problems.Joshua FriedesJoshua Friedes ★★★★★ Dorcas TerradoDorcas Terrado ★★★★★ Orion L.Orion L. ★★★★★ From the moment I inquired, to the delivery itself, all went as promised with no extra charges. My piece was an heirloom glass front bookcase and it arrived extremely well packed annd crated, and in perfect condition.barb kennybarb kenny ★★★★★ Ship Smart did an amazing job fromPre-planning, estimates, packing/palletizing, and fetting my treasures to me! I shipped furniture from my late parents home that are antiques and ao special, along with lots of valuable porcelain and crystal! They were awesome and delivery as well! Highly recommend!Gillian CasstevensGillian Casstevens ★★★★★ Very professional and my items arrived on time without any damage.Catrice McNeelyCatrice McNeely ★★★★★ I was very happy with their services. They were on time, did a nice job packing and got stuff across multiple states on time. Thank you!lorna mellolorna mello ★★★★★ Picked up on schedule. Great job of packing and delivery.Leif PetersonLeif Peterson ★★★★★ Picked up on schedule. Great job of packing and delivery.Leif PetersonLeif Peterson ★★★★★ They did a fairly accurate estimate over the phone, showed up when they said they would, did a very thorough job packing the items, which then arrived intact 1800 miles away. Also priced reasonably,Patrick DowneyPatrick Downey ★★★★★ Great small load shipper! Pricing is reasonable, arrived to pack items on time, easy delivery process with great communication. All work done professionally! Would not hesitate to use them again.Debbie MillerDebbie Miller ★★★★★ Great small load shipper! Pricing is reasonable, arrived to pack items on time, easy delivery process with great communication. All work done professionally! Would not hesitate to use them again.Debbie MillerDebbie Miller ★★★★★ I would recoomend this company! I Used this company to move a large piece of heirloom furniture (China cabinet) from Virginia to Colorado. The whole experience was easy. Went online, requested a quote, spoke with a rep to solidify some Details, and pick up date. The contracted comapny went to the location, wrapped the furniture then further packaged it at their warehouse. They then shipped to the end location. They let me know the fine Details for clarification. They dropped off my piece without incident. Additionally, at the time of service, this company was easily a few hundred less then other companies I inquired with for the same service.Heather JHeather J ★★★★★ I did a lot of research before I shipped an antique trunk halfway across the country. It came down to two companies, Ship Smart and a competitor of theirs. I ultimately decided to go with Ship Smart and was not disappointed. They offered a better price, had excellent customer service, and kept me apprised of the status of my shipment throughout the process. The trunk arrived in perfect condition! I highly recommend Ship Smart if you’re looking to ship value items.Susan TannerSusan Tanner ★★★★★ I was 100% satisfied with the entire process. From pick up to delivery it was a very professional job well done! Thank you again for your services.Michele SammartinoMichele Sammartino ★★★★★ Ship Smart are very efficient and have great customer service. I was doing a move from a small town on an island to a large city with 1200 miles between the two. They coordinated with me about a good time to pick up the packages, which they loaded entirely by themselves, and then kept me up to date each step of the way. I knew roughly what I was going to pay based on my own estimate of boxes and weight. Everything was exactly as I had packed it.TedTed ★★★★★ Mary M SchulerMary M Schuler ★★★★★ 5 stars definitely! Everything was carefully wrapped and packed and arrived safely. Delivery time was better than expected! This couldn't have gone any smoother!Stephanie CarangieStephanie Carangie ★★★★★ From Charlotte,NC to Palm Springs, CA. Driver was professional and personable. At pick-up he gave an estimated arrival date-range. He arrived CA on the very first day of the range. We shared a few laughs and I drove away. Wonderful experience!Anthony 'Tony' NicastroAnthony 'Tony' Nicastro ★★★★★ Shipsmart made unloading a variety of households goods on my son easy. The Packers came on time, were polite and careful. after the items left, shipsMart kept me informed about where they were and when they would be delivered and they were delivered on a pallet as promised and everything was intact, I could not ask for a better serviceJulia AzraelJulia Azrael ★★★★★ Shipped items once belonged to my Beloved Sister from her home in MI. This company was Top Notch. EVERYTHING was in tack, nothing missing or Broken💯🍾A JabthedA Jabthed ★★★★★ Ricqui RicquinRicqui Ricquin ★★★★★ I highly recommend using ShipSmart for your future moving needs. Having moved crossed country for the first time, ShipSmart was accommodating and responsive to our (many) questions and estimate updates as our move date neared. ShipSmart was unique compared to other moving companies, as they did not lock us into a minimum or maximum moving estimate, but remained flexible, waiting until after our shipment was picked up and on its way before giving us the grand total. They were able to provide immediate location updates once our shipment was on its way, and worked with reputable and professional local moving companies on both ends of our move (Washington, DC to Seattle). All of our shipment arrived without damage, and they wrapped and unwrapped all of our furniture for extra protection. Great group to work with, during what can be a very stressful time!Kelsey SymsKelsey Syms ★★★★★ I had to move from Boston to Rochester, MN and didn't have a lot of stuff to move and wouldn't have bothered with the profane price estimates I was getting from MayFlower etc. ShipSmart gave me what I needed: an affordable alternative for someone who can wait a bit for a limited number of items to be transported. They were shockingly fast about it, but the shipment speed can vary a lot.The crew that came by to pack up my stuff and load it were hard-working, professional, and fast. I boxed up or otherwise wrapped most of my stuff but I worried that I hadn't been complete enough, but that didn't seem to concern them. They just got the job done. They were also highly punctual.The wrapping and packing was no joke either. If anything they over did it. The truck driver didn't understand what the wooden pole with a rubberized end was doing in one of my two wrapped pellet-piles but I quickly found out you need it to disassemble their wrap and pack job. Be forewarned it costs extra to have them bring your things in to your new place. I did it myself and saved a bunch of money.Can't recommend them enough, but you will have to wait a bit for your things to arrive. Probably longer than I did.Aaron HawkesAaron Hawkes ★★★★★ I had to move from Boston to Rochester, MN and didn't have a lot of stuff to move and wouldn't have bothered with the profane price estimates I was getting from MayFlower etc. ShipSmart gave me what I needed: an affordable alternative for someone who can wait a bit for a limited number of items to be transported. They were shockingly fast about it, but the shipment speed can vary a lot.The crew that came by to pack up my stuff and load it were hard-working, professional, and fast. I boxed up or otherwise wrapped most of my stuff but I worried that I hadn't been complete enough, but that didn't seem to concern them. They just got the job done. They were also highly punctual.The wrapping and packing was no joke either. If anything they over did it. The truck driver didn't understand what the wooden pole with a rubberized end was doing in one of my two wrapped pellet-piles but I quickly found out you need it to disassemble their wrap and pack job. Be forewarned it costs extra to have them bring your things in to your new place. I did it myself and saved a bunch of money.Can't recommend them enough, but you will have to wait a bit for your things to arrive. Probably longer than I did.Aaron HawkesAaron Hawkes ★★★★★ Helped me out and were EXTREMELY accommodating when assisting with my hectic move. Thank you for actually reaching out to actually resolve issues. I’ve had a true change of heart and would recommend this company to my friends. True customer service.M GM G ★★★★★ I heard about ShipSmart from another shipper in LA, and they did a great job with my small but valuable shipment. They picked up delicate objects at a private home in LA, packed them expertly, and safely got them to me in Montana in about a week - well ahead of the 4-week estimate. My favorite thing about ShipSmart: I can pick up the phone and talk directly to the folks who run the show. Great service, no complaints!Eleanor BarkerEleanor Barker ★★★★★ I heard about ShipSmart from another shipper in LA, and they did a great job with my small but valuable shipment. They picked up delicate objects at a private home in LA, packed them expertly, and safely got them to me in Montana in about a week - well ahead of the 4-week estimate. My favorite thing about ShipSmart: I can pick up the phone and talk directly to the folks who run the show. Great service, no complaints!Eleanor BarkerEleanor Barker ★★★★★ Used shipsmart to move a very nice table and four tall back chairs from Hermosa Beach CA to Fort Worth TX. The cost was reasonable, and everything came as expected with no damage. Much better than anything I was quoted from the big cross-state movers.Colleen JonesColleen Jones ★★★★★ It was okcool breezecool breeze ★★★★★ A trusted moving company recommended me to Ship Smart for my moving services from Houston TX to Phoenix AZ. They picked up all of my things from Houston and packed it on 2 pallets according to the weight of each box. They built a crate around the boxes and wrapped it a bunch of times with padding and extra security! We had a 65 in TV and a 50 in TV and about 30 boxes... NOT ONE THING WAS BROKEN OR DAMAGED!!! Me and my wife are soooo impressed with everything. They answered every question as I was super nervous getting my whole life shipped from one state to another... I recommend Ship Smart to anyone I know. 10 out of 10!!!!Celeste SantiagoCeleste Santiago ★★★★★ Leticia SantanaLeticia Santana ★★★★★ To begin with, we had an extremely positive experience with Shipsmart. People were professional from our query stage to final delivering process. We moved from East coast to West coast and all our belongings were delivered to us safe and on time as per the scheduled timeframe.Writing this review because I have been in the research phase and was worried about whom to choose. Hope my review could help someone who are currently in the same situation!rachana devarajrachana devaraj ★★★★★ We had a 200 + pound metal animal shipped from Scottsdale, Arizona to Minnesota. Very professional customer service…very informative….the whole experience was a pleasure. The animal arrived today. We were very happy with the communication given to us and the shipping quality they used to move it. I highlyrecommend all experiences we had with all communication.Connie EtshokinConnie Etshokin ★★★★★ Shipsmart was everything they claim to be and more in providing a quality moving experience for us. We had a relatively small shipment, about the equivalent of a studio apartment to move from Vancouver BC to the Bay Area in California. The shipment was picked up in Vancouver the last week of July and delivered on August 18, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the service. The shipment arrived on 3 pallets and the way each piece of furniture was wrapped and protected was amazing, the contents of each pallet were wrapped in layers of cardboard, creating large, sturdy boxes on each pallet. There was only very minimal damage to one item. And the cost was a fraction of what the major moving companies would charge for a similar move.Three cheers for Shipsmart and 5 stars.John ColettiJohn Coletti ★★★★★ They was awesome and helped me with issue with my carEsther PaulEsther Paul ★★★★★ After a loved one passed away I had to get a handful of stuff from NY to NC. Ship Smart was a LIFE SAVER, literally the easiest and most affordable option I could find and ended up blowing my mind with how well everything came packaged and delivered! I am so grateful, these random items that are so sentimental to me we treated like precious cargo! 2 Thumbs up!Nicole CayaNicole Caya ★★★★★ Colin BrindleColin Brindle ★★★★★ Jordan KittsJordan Kitts ★★★★★ Jordan KittsJordan Kitts ★★★★★ Dorothy Ferguson-ParhamDorothy Ferguson-Parham ★★★★★ Rick-Anthony FranceseRick-Anthony Francese ★★★★★ ChicagoChicago ★★★★★ Great customer service from Ana Mayer, super helpful.Stay away from Jim if you are looking for good customer service.Bob AllenBob Allen ★★★★★ Victor MoralesVictor Morales ★★★★★ Used ShipSmart to have an antique desk shipped from WI to NJ. Great communication on both ends of the move, item arrived quickly and packaged in a crate. No issues at all!Amy WAmy W ★★★★★ This company brought my Grandmom's beautiful antique desk across the whole country. It arrived in great shape, on time, and with courteous people at delivery. Could not ask for more.Catherine AlderCatherine Alder ★★★★★ Shipped an antique grandfather clock from Colorado Springs to Seattle. The clock was lovingly and carefully padded and wrapped. It arrived as scheduled in perfect condition. The staff was professional and friendly. Will without doubt use Ship Smart again as we downsize and send family items to our children and grandchildren! DrBeaBea MillerBea Miller ★★★★★ Awesome experience. I talked to real people at each turn, and they answered any and all questions I had regarding my furniture shipment to Hawaii. Pick up was great, and the crew they had was fabulous! My items got to their destination sooner than expected, I was very happy. Would use again!sherri holstadsherri holstad ★★★★★ I hired Ship Smart during the summer to move a valuable antique from Wisconsin to Georgia The one- hundred year old desk arrived on time and in perfect condition. The communication between the company, the driver and myself was outstanding. I highly recommend Ship Smart for your moving needs across long distances. I can finally enjoy my mother’s secretary in my new home. Thank you Ship Smart for your excellent service.Mary BuckMary Buck ★★★★★ I had a great experience with Ship Smart!Basically, Ship Smart offers moving services for customers who need to ship more stuff than is possible via mail, but less stuff than would justify working with moving companies which tend to have very high minimum quotes. In my case, I needed to move one bedroom's worth of furniture and personal items.Ship Smart was PERFECTLY suited to this task. They made a relatively complicated process -- picking up one bedroom's worth of items, storing them for two months, and shipping them across the country -- very simple. The Ship Smart officials were amazing about explaining my options over the phone and rapidly getting me a quote. Unlike most moving services, this felt 100% tailored to my exact needs; therefore, I didn't end up feeling like I overpaid. And for what it's worth, the gentlemen who picked up/delivered my stuff were super cool and professional!Mateo JarquinMateo Jarquin ★★★★★ Ship Smart made moving my small shipment across country so easy. Immediate and accurate pricing, speedy pick up and delivery, and friendly and professional coordinators that kept me updated on the status of my shipment throughout the process. Very grateful for their help and would use again!Sandra RodriguezSandra Rodriguez ★★★★★ Jason WilliamsJason Williams ★★★★★ Ship Smart handle our requests with professionalism and compassion we had a great experience and will definitely use them again.Donald LawsonDonald Lawson ★★★★★ I had a great experience with Ship Smart. I had to move my mom across country, which I knew would be a big expense. We decided to leave her furniture at her condo so we could rent it out, so we only took her belongings (about 20 boxes). We didn't need her things quickly because she was going to stay with us as we got her apartment ready so cheaper price with a slower move was our goal and Ship Smart fit that perfectly. It didn't even take very long (3 weeks from Florida to Oregon). I called 2-3 times when trying to decide whether to move a heavy piece of furniture and they were helpful and patient giving me my options. Every time I changed the move details (more boxes, moving artwork) they sent me a revised quote with the details spelled out. Everything went great. Can't recommend them strongly enough.Cathy HeslinCathy Heslin ★★★★★ I had a small move from Atlanta to South Florida. Ship Smart was affordable, efficient, and very customer focused. I would use them again and highly recommend them.Michele Parrish RealtorMichele Parrish Realtor ★★★★★ Awesome, reliable, professional company. They were able to meet my small shipping needs. I had about 8-10 boxes of personal items I needed sent and stored across country. My items arrived without any damage and the service I received was great! I highly recommend them and will definitely use the again in the future.Jenny WuthrichJenny Wuthrich ★★★★★ I cannot say enough good things about working with Ship Smart! We have a large corporate office with many tenants that I coordinate for, and Ship Smart could not have been more pleasant to work with! They always answered our calls quick and consistently, and they held our information on file so it was easy to pick up and resume the planning process. We were working on behalf of a client that lived in Phoenix and had multiple valuable items to ship. Ship Smart was willing to work with our situation and accommodate the client with a custom ship date. They planned our packing date with a week's time and were extremely professional and flexible. I would HIGHLY recommend using Ship Smart to anyone in the corporate or residential world. I will be using them for all of my clients going forward. Thank you Ship Smart!Rebecca Shenefield BanzueloRebecca Shenefield Banzuelo ★★★★★ At first there was miscommunication regarding how the FULL process works. This was my first time working with a shipping company so I'm sure there was a few things on my part to be more clear. Nonetheless, Joslin Matthews stepped in to clearly communicate from start to finish my entire experience. My delivery schedule is actually 3-4 days ahead of schedule from what we talked about. If I have to move long distance again, I'll be sure to call Ship Smart. There are more logistics involved than people think about so it's just really important to find the right people who tell you everything start to finish. Work with Joslin and you'll be happy.kunal singhkunal singh ★★★★★ I used Ship Smart to pack up and ship items from New York to Portland Oregon. They packed my husband's guitars and amps and I was so thrilled with the materials they used and the care they took with our belongings. Everything came in perfect condition including china and glass. I would definitely, definitely use them again for any shipping!! Thank you !!!Karen StavisKaren Stavis ★★★★★ Affordable and reliable shipperA. K. FA. K. F ★★★★★ Awesome shipping company for small furniture items that just aren’t large enough to qualify for the large van lines. Fantastic pricing. I shipped two antique pieces of furniture from Seattle WA to Grand Rapids MI. Shipping was timely. Crews on both ends were very professional and efficient. And best part is furniture was so well packed/transported, it arrived at destination in pristine condition. Thank you ship smart! Will definitely work with you again!Kristy BeckerKristy Becker ★★★★★ This company is absolutely FANTASTIC!!!! Great customer service, and always updated me on my shipment. I was referred by a moving company that knew my small move would have been to expensive with them, and ship smart gave me a GREAT PRICE. Thank you so much!!WOULD DEFINITELY recommend!!!!!Alex McNeelyAlex McNeely ★★★★★ I was in a huge bind: I had booked a moving company that cancelled on me the day that they were suppose to show up. I was scrambling to find a company for my long distance move with literally ONE day notice.ShipSmart to the rescue!! They were so helpful and offered support and assured me that I would be taken care of. Customer service/sales was fantastic. They walked me through the paperwork process and had my reservation confirmed within an hour. The movers arrived exactly on-time, were extremely friendly, and packed everything with extreme care.Due to my last minute booking, ShipSmart did inform me that it may take up to 4 weeks for my furniture to me delivered across several states. I was a-okay with that as they saved me from being stranded with a house full of furniture that I couldn't move on my own. Once again, they exceeded my expectations - they called me within 10 days to tell me my stuff was on the way. It was delivered at my door step, 700 miles away, within 15 days.10/10 would recommended. They were awesome!Lesley GalarneauLesley Galarneau ★★★★★ Searched numerous sites and chose ShipSmart. Shipped several antique dressers and a mirror from a small town in MI to Oceanside. The pickup was done professionally and on time. The ETA was mis-communicated several times, maybe multiple shippers. Finally Jim Lock became involved and provided me accurate info. The contents all arrived well except the "antique mirror and frame were smashed". I worked mostly with Mitch who was excellent. After recontacting Mitch he advised to get an estimate. Upon receipt Mitch talked internally and Shipsmart reimbursed me very generously, more than they had to !!!!. The was only a 300# load and I was nervous. i would strongly recommend this company owing to there professionalism, more so with a small load. Great JOB Shipsmart (Ref: Pickup was 062417) JoeJoseph KamanJoseph Kaman ★★★★★ Aaron Adelmans Truck partsAaron Adelmans Truck parts ★★★★★ Ship Smart is a great, affordable moving service. The staff was very communicative, and always let me know what stage we were at in the shipping process. All of my (very fragile!) items arrived intact and on time, for about half of what I would have paid for conventional movers. I would highly recommend Ship Smart for anyone looking to move long-distance with a studio to bedroom-sized amount of stuff.Nola WeberNola Weber ★★★★★ Ship Smart is a great, affordable moving service. The staff was very communicative, and always let me know what stage we were at in the shipping process. All of my (very fragile!) items arrived intact and on time, for about half of what I would have paid for conventional movers. I would highly recommend Ship Smart for anyone looking to move long-distance with a studio to bedroom-sized amount of stuff.Nola WeberNola Weber ★★★★★ I used Ship Smart for a cross country move and everything went smoothly from start to finish. They were friendly and communicative the whole time and each of their moving partners in the origin and destination cities were also very friendly and communicative. The movers arrived on time loaded up in 10 minutes. They had my stuff prepared to ship to my destination in just 2-3 days (they originally told me 2-3 weeks!). They stored my belongings for a very low price while they were waiting for me to secure a destination address and then timed the shipping of my pallets to arrive on the exact day that I moved in to my new home. The pallets were delivered to my back door and everything was incredibly well packed and protected. I shipped lots of fragile, breakable items and nothing was broken, no boxes were crushed, every box that I had marked fragile or with arrows indicating the direction it needed to be stored were packed correctly. I'm so thankful that I found Ship Smart!Morgan LevyMorgan Levy ★★★★★ I used Ship Smart for a cross country move and everything went smoothly from start to finish. They were friendly and communicative the whole time and each of their moving partners in the origin and destination cities were also very friendly and communicative. The movers arrived on time loaded up in 10 minutes. They had my stuff prepared to ship to my destination in just 2-3 days (they originally told me 2-3 weeks!). They stored my belongings for a very low price while they were waiting for me to secure a destination address and then timed the shipping of my pallets to arrive on the exact day that I moved in to my new home. The pallets were delivered to my back door and everything was incredibly well packed and protected. I shipped lots of fragile, breakable items and nothing was broken, no boxes were crushed, every box that I had marked fragile or with arrows indicating the direction it needed to be stored were packed correctly. I'm so thankful that I found Ship Smart!Morgan LevyMorgan Levy ★★★★★ I would highly recommend Ship Smart! From beginning to end, they were top notch.From the accurate price quote, the careful handling of my items, the custom shipping crates and the on time delivery, Ship Smart was amazing. Communications were always prompt and professional. I would definitely recommend Ship Smart!CJ ClusterCJ Cluster ★★★★★ They did a great job, communications were as described. The shipment arrived in the timeline provided and in great condition. Every employee interaction was pleasant. I was very impressed with the custom crate made for a piece of antique furniture. Price was exactly as quoted. I would highly recommend Ship Smart for any small moves (those where a large mover is not an option).Andrea BlockAndrea Block ★★★★★ This was a great company to work with and I would highly recommend them again for your shipping needs. I used Ship Smart to move several pieces of antique furniture from Texas to Ohio. I was very nervous because I didn't know what to expect, but each interaction I had with the staff was professional, prompt, and kind. My furniture was packed and taken care of in such a way that it arrived at my home in Ohio in exactly the same shape that it left Texas.Susannah TurnerSusannah Turner ★★★★★ I used Ship Smart to move cross country. When I called the estimate given was within 1% of the final charge. I ship clothes, paintings, a full kitchen, bikes, TV's and small furniture. Everything arrived on time and undamaged. It was also the best price after receiving several quotes.Chris CashmanChris Cashman ★★★★★ I used Ship Smart to move cross country. When I called the estimate given was within 1% of the final charge. I ship clothes, paintings, a full kitchen, bikes, TV's and small furniture. Everything arrived on time and undamaged. It was also the best price after receiving several quotes.Chris CashmanChris Cashman ★★★★★ ShipSmart is our small move specialist. We use ShipSmart for a lot of our small shipments. We like that there is no minimum weight requirement. Our customers always have a positive experience with ShipSmart. The entire staff is so nice and helpful.WE LOVE SHIP SMART! YOU GUYS ROCK!Lisa MartinezLisa Martinez ★★★★★ I was delighted with the packing of 2 old pieces of furniture shipped from FL to NC. The packing materials and method was incredible. Best estimate of all the shipping companies. Obtained a lot of bang for the buck!Lauren WatralLauren Watral ★★★★★ I was delighted with the packing of 2 old pieces of furniture shipped from FL to NC. The packing materials and method was incredible. Best estimate of all the shipping companies. Obtained a lot of bang for the buck!Lauren WatralLauren Watral ★★★★★ I've used Ship Smart for 2 moves and will be using them in the future for any of my large shipping needs. My moves were for a 1 bedroom apartment between the Pacific NW and Colorado.Pickup was easy, no stress and the movers were professional and a pleasure to work with.I've used both in-house delivery and pallet delivery. I recommend spending the additional fee for in-house if you have multiple pallets or you will need to dispose of the packing materials (styrofoam and cardboard). But the bonus is you get a glimpse of how well they pack your stuff!M BM B ★★★★★ I've used Ship Smart for 2 moves and will be using them in the future for any of my large shipping needs. My moves were for a 1 bedroom apartment between the Pacific NW and Colorado.Pickup was easy, no stress and the movers were professional and a pleasure to work with.I've used both in-house delivery and pallet delivery. I recommend spending the additional fee for in-house if you have multiple pallets or you will need to dispose of the packing materials (styrofoam and cardboard). But the bonus is you get a glimpse of how well they pack your stuff!M BM B ★★★★★ Everyone I dealt with was extremely polite and professional. I entrusted a precious family heirloom bedroom set to Ship Smart and they took excellent care of every single piece. It was delivered and set up for me in Arizona after making a very long trip across the country from Ohio. I would definitely use them again.Kathy GentileKathy Gentile ★★★★★ Everyone I dealt with was extremely polite and professional. I entrusted a precious family heirloom bedroom set to Ship Smart and they took excellent care of every single piece. It was delivered and set up for me in Arizona after making a very long trip across the country from Ohio. I would definitely use them again.Kathy GentileKathy Gentile ★★★★★ Really good shipping company. Packed the couch well and was transported carefully. Delivered on time and kept me in the loop all the time. Will continue to work with them. Reasonably priced for the service I got.Rahul KatdareRahul Katdare ★★★★★ Really good shipping company. Packed the couch well and was transported carefully. Delivered on time and kept me in the loop all the time. Will continue to work with them. Reasonably priced for the service I got.Rahul KatdareRahul Katdare ★★★★★ Excellent all the way around, they packed everything very carefully and it was packaged very well. I have used these folks twice shipping small shipments from MA to AL, it was items I had inherited from my parents. I would definitely recommend them and use them again.Mike RocheMike Roche ★★★★★ Excellent all the way around, they packed everything very carefully and it was packaged very well. I have used these folks twice shipping small shipments from MA to AL, it was items I had inherited from my parents. I would definitely recommend them and use them again.Mike RocheMike Roche ★★★★★ Just spoke to a guy called Jim – he was so helpful, and quoted me a very reasonable price for a shipment from Virginia. Highly recommend these guys.C WC W ★★★★★ Best service in industry. Best price for top quality service. I was really surprised the way I received my items and delivered on time. Helpful team to service my needs.One of my friend had to pay double the price of quotation given by 'X' company which i thought would happen with myself with Ship Smart, but thanks to Ship Smart for their outstanding service.I would definitely use the services of Ship Smart for my future moves 🙂 and suggested to my friends..santosh somasantosh soma ★★★★★ I was over 3,000 miles away from home and very overwhelmed with how I was going to get my belongings to LA. Ship Smart made everything really easy. I packed the boxes and they took care of everything else. I reached out multiple times with questions and always received nice, friendly service. They made my move super easy, stress fee and really convenient, just what I needed. My stuff arrived in LA in perfect condition sooner than expected which is always a plus!I highly recommend them!Cindy GUTIERREZCindy GUTIERREZ ★★★★★ I used Ship Smart to transport some furniture heirlooms from my mother's home in Ohio to Texas. Initially, I thought the price was a little high but that was before I received the shipment. When I received the shipment and saw how the antiques were packed and crated and that no damage occurred during transit, I couldn't have been more pleased that my friend (who is also in the moving business) recommended them. The price was reasonable for the care my shipment received. I would definitely recommend Ship Smart to family and friends.Donald SpragueDonald Sprague ★★★★★ I had a myriad of fragile items shipped that included antique glass cake plates, rocking chairs and pieces of art. All items were intact on delivery. I could not have been more pleased. Service man who delivered items was pleasant and timely. Quote was right on with no hidden charges. All in all a very good experience.Elizabeth KerrElizabeth Kerr ★★★★★ Extremely pleased!It all started with a phone call and they made the moving be effortless. At first, since I had never heard of them I thought it was a scam. The people that came in to pick up my stuff almost asked me for a tip (third party company). And he was treating his co worker like crap. Anyway, I made the move from SLC to Florida and once I gave them an address, it only took days to get here! I did not buy protection or insurance so I was freaking out about my stuff. When it actually arrived, they came in pallets. But you can tell only a professional could have packed so many things. It was just perfect after perfection. It is all very secretly packaged. Even the driver (third party) from SAIA, Asier me what I has inside. I did not buy fo extra men to unpack but would I had done that... The pallets were not hard to pull apart. It tells you to remove the screws. Nothing broke. Nothing. Not even a scratch. I am really blown away. Everything was custom packed.Carlos A. MaldonadoCarlos A. Maldonado ★★★★★ Extremely pleased!It all started with a phone call and they made the moving be effortless. At first, since I had never heard of them I thought it was a scam. The people that came in to pick up my stuff almost asked me for a tip (third party company). And he was treating his co worker like crap. Anyway, I made the move from SLC to Florida and once I gave them an address, it only took days to get here! I did not buy protection or insurance so I was freaking out about my stuff. When it actually arrived, they came in pallets. But you can tell only a professional could have packed so many things. It was just perfect after perfection. It is all very secretly packaged. Even the driver (third party) from SAIA, Asier me what I has inside. I did not buy fo extra men to unpack but would I had done that... The pallets were not hard to pull apart. It tells you to remove the screws. Nothing broke. Nothing. Not even a scratch. I am really blown away. Everything was custom packed.Carlos A. MaldonadoCarlos A. Maldonado ★★★★★ I used ShipSmart to ship from Maryland all the way to Colorado and it happened in less than 6 days once I had sent them the paperwork, I was initially told it might take 2-3 weeks so this was great news! The over the phone staff was amazing to work with and I have already recommended this company to friends who are thinking about moving.All in all, great experience.Erik SmithErik Smith ★★★★★ I used ShipSmart to ship from Maryland all the way to Colorado and it happened in less than 6 days once I had sent them the paperwork, I was initially told it might take 2-3 weeks so this was great news! The over the phone staff was amazing to work with and I have already recommended this company to friends who are thinking about moving.All in all, great experience.Erik SmithErik Smith ★★★★★ Top notch customer service. I felt I was in very good hands. It's always worrisome when all your stuff is in a truck somewhere but I felt very confident, and they answered all my emails within the hour. A very positive experience! Would recommend highly.Martha LeducMartha Leduc ★★★★★ They did a great job !!! Very professional and the process was easy, fast .and delivery was on time. I would definitely use their service again.MarkMark TinleyMark Tinley ★★★★★ I thought moving cross country, literally coast to coast, was supposed to be difficult!? When I heard of Ship Smart, I called them immediately. Not knowing what to expect, I was pleasantly surprised that a real person actually answered the phone after a few rings!The customer service provided by Eric and Jasper from start to finish was exceptional. I immediately felt I was in good hands. Ship Smart picked up my items from one house and stored them for a few weeks as I drove cross-country. Throughout transit, Ship Smart always updated me on the exact location of my items. After a few weeks, I finally found a home and was able to give Ship Smart a delivery address.On move-in day, two gentlemen promptly arrived and quickly unloaded my items. They were very funny and friendly to interact with. As a whole, my experience with Ship Smart from start to finish exceeded my expectations. Next time I move, I will 100%, without a doubt, go with Ship Smart!Emily AndersenEmily Andersen ★★★★★ I had an old barber chair in storage in Spokane, Washington and after talking to several other companies, I decided to have Ship Smart package and ship the barber chair to me here in Laughlin, Nevada. They were the least expensive on rates, and highest in customer service, as my chair arrived in perfect condition as promised and on time. I honestly don't believe I could have gotten any better service from any other company. I was so satisfied with the professional service that they provided that I will always consider Ship Smart first in the future for any of my shipping needs. Glenn Giese, Laughlin, Nevada.Glenn GieseGlenn Giese ★★★★★ Great Packing JobVery good pricePunctual on pickup and deliveryWould recommendPhilip CutronePhilip Cutrone ★★★★★ My husband and I had to plan a last minute relocation from Pennsylvania to Minnesota. Ship Smart Inc was able to accommodate our tight schedule and made the entire experience of moving stress free and convenient. All my telephone and email interactions with Ship Smart representatives were pleasant and professional. Our furniture and personal belongings were picked up and wrapped in the most efficient and organized manner. I was extremely impressed with the movers and how quickly and seamlessly they loaded everything onto their truck.Overall a great experience! Thank you, Ship Smart Inc!Diana MinsterDiana Minster ★★★★★ I used Ship Smart to transport my belongings from Boston, MA to Los Angeles, CA. The personnel courteous and attentive to my questions and needs at every step in the process. The pricing of the shipping was also very fair and my belongings arrived in immaculate condition. If I need to move again, Ship Smart will be the first people I contact!Alex SiegelAlex Siegel ★★★★★ I had a great experience with Ship Smart. I moved from Ohio to Oregon and only had a couple hundred pounds worth of stuff (no furniture) to move. They quoted me a very reasonable price, and was charged more or less that exact amount. My stuff arrived within 4 weeks, as I was told it would and everything was packed extremely well. Nothing was broken or damaged. I would definitely recommend this company, and might use them again in the future.Melissa FrenchMelissa French ★★★★★ I had a great experience with Ship Smart. I moved from Ohio to Oregon and only had a couple hundred pounds worth of stuff (no furniture) to move. They quoted me a very reasonable price, and was charged more or less that exact amount. My stuff arrived within 4 weeks, as I was told it would and everything was packed extremely well. Nothing was broken or damaged. I would definitely recommend this company, and might use them again in the future.Melissa FrenchMelissa French ★★★★★ Ship Smart is a terrific company to work with! I highly recommend them and will definitely use their service again in the future if needed. I had a piece of furniture shipped, which arrived quickly and undamaged. Furthermore, their staff was friendly and helpful. If you need furniture shipped, choose Ship Smart!durand001durand001 ★★★★★ I had excellent experience using Ship Smart Inc as I had collectible furniture shipped from California to New York. Pick up and delivery by the staff of Ship Smart was extremely professional and I would use them again and their pricing was competive to the other companies that I checked into.Rudy AguileraRudy Aguilera ★★★★★ Ship Smart was a great alternative to other typical moving companies. Their representatives showed up on time, were courteous and polite. They also were knowledgeable about wrapping our furniture to avoid damage and showed true concern and respect for our valuables. I can highly recommend them!Judy AdamsJudy Adams ★★★★★ Ship Smart was a great alternative to other typical moving companies. Their representatives showed up on time, were courteous and polite. They also were knowledgeable about wrapping our furniture to avoid damage and showed true concern and respect for our valuables. I can highly recommend them!Judy AdamsJudy Adams ★★★★★ Ship Smart made my move a crossed the county completely worry free. The price was much more affordable for my small move compared to other companies. Each time I called Ship Smart I was treated with respect and exceptional customer service. My belongings arrived in perfect condition and the movers were very friendly and respectful. I would recommend Ship Smart to anyone looking for a stress free move. Thank You Ship Smart!Christina OndrozeckChristina Ondrozeck ★★★★★ Moving my furniture across the country was the easiest part of moving myself across the country. Ship Smart had excellent customer service — they were a pleasure to communicate with and contracted the most professional, friendly movers you could imagine. My shipment arrived ahead of schedule and within a matters of hours it felt like my new apartment had furnished itself. Beautiful experience all around!Jennifer GreenJennifer Green ★★★★★ I hired smart ship to assist me in an international move. It was a struggle to find a reputable company to handle a small package move. My items needed to arrive on a specific time frame to be picked up by an international mover and clear customs. Samantha at Smart Ship made the paperwork easy and I felt well informed about what I was signing,Robert and Christian handled my move and the movers were professional very nice and well informed. The items arrived in very an organized manner as commented by the customs broker. Overall the entire process was really easy an I felt reassured by the knowledge and professionalism of the team. This was a great experience and I recommend this firm to anyone looking for a mover who specializes in small moves. the overall price was affordable in comparison to the larger firms.IIPE Executive ResearchIIPE Executive Research ★★★★★ After my father passed away, I needed to transport several large but fragile pieces of antique furniture from Washington State to Illinois. Bekins Moving Vans referred me to Ship Smart Inc as the best solution to my shipping needs, and were they ever right! I got a great quote over the phone, had documents emailed to me right away, and had the whole process in motion in a matter of hours. The people who showed up to pick the furniture up were extremely professional and careful with how they handled the pieces; I was apprised of the status of the shipment all along its route, and given a selection of delivery times/dates. Everything arrived in perfect condition, delivered into my garage on neatly wrapped pallets. I encountered friendly, helpful professionals from start to finish. Can't recommend them enough!Melodie StarkeyMelodie Starkey ★★★★★ This was the first time I have used a shipper for household goods other than entire household moves. ShipSmart was recommended to me by a major shipper and proved to be a very good choice. I was impressed with both the pickup the delivery. Both activities were done efficiently. The shipment arrived at its' destination in good shape. No problems on either end. I would recommend to others and use ShipSmart again.Alice CollierAlice Collier ★★★★★ We had family inheritance items in Colorado to ship to the East Coast. Ship Smart was recommended by a moving company because the shipment was small. From my first phone call for information to a follow-up survey, I was very happy with the service I received from Ship Smart. Conversations were friendly and professional. Pick up was on schedule and the man, very polite. When the highly unusual happened and the warehouse holding the shipment went up in flames, I was contacted by Joslin who made herself available throughout the difficult waiting period. Amazingly, our things were untouched and have safely arrived! I would recommend Ship Smart without reservation.Donna NeilsonDonna Neilson ★★★★★ We had family inheritance items in Colorado to ship to the East Coast. Ship Smart was recommended by a moving company because the shipment was small. From my first phone call for information to a follow-up survey, I was very happy with the service I received from Ship Smart. Conversations were friendly and professional. Pick up was on schedule and the man, very polite. When the highly unusual happened and the warehouse holding the shipment went up in flames, I was contacted by Joslin who made herself available throughout the difficult waiting period. Amazingly, our things were untouched and have safely arrived! I would recommend Ship Smart without reservation.Donna NeilsonDonna Neilson ★★★★★ Ship Smart was a great asset to me this winter. After 17 years with my company, it became my job to close it and then clear our 27 years of publications, correspondence and board meeting minutes. Ship Smart transported these records to their permanent home so they can be part of a research base/ case histories. The local pick up was clean and efficient and your delivery was above what they expected, in terms of willingness to place our records where they wanted them. Your service made the end of an unpleasant task a good event. and, you worked within my limited budget. Thanks again.Cherrie W.Cherrie W. ★★★★★ I recently moved from Phoenix to the Seattle area and I needed about 13 large Totes forwarded from Phoenix to Washington. I contacted Several moving companies and I was either given a high quote or I was told my shipment was too small for them to ship. I was referred to Ship Smart Inc. I was given a reasonable quote,, all my questions were answered quickly, so I hired them. I was very happy with the outcome of my move, my items were received on time, as promised, my quote had no hidden fees and my items were undamaged and in great condition, everyone I was in contact with during this move was polite and friendly, they all provided quality service. I would highly recommend Ship Smart for this type of move.Murphy MabryMurphy Mabry ★★★★★ A time constraint situation faced a family member for moving out of state. Ship Smart Inc. provided excellent service to make this happen in minimum time. They handled real-time changes in requirements quickly and efficiently. Always assuring me that it was no problem. They explained everything so my expectations were not only met but totally exceeded. The scheduler was helpful and reassuring during this most stressful time and the packers handled everything like it was their personal items. The shipment arrived and was delivered as promised with no problems. When I have another situation requiring a like move, Ship Smart Inc., is my go to company.Jim GJim G ★★★★★ A time constraint situation faced a family member for moving out of state. Ship Smart Inc. provided excellent service to make this happen in minimum time. They handled real-time changes in requirements quickly and efficiently. Always assuring me that it was no problem. They explained everything so my expectations were not only met but totally exceeded. The scheduler was helpful and reassuring during this most stressful time and the packers handled everything like it was their personal items. The shipment arrived and was delivered as promised with no problems. When I have another situation requiring a like move, Ship Smart Inc., is my go to company.Jim GJim G ★★★★★ Our parents had a precious grandfather clock, handmade in Canada, and recently became part of an inheritance for our son in Ohio. ShipSmart made this all happen so easily with the upfront planning to ship across the border, reasonable costs, and the packaging and care were amazing. The clock arrived in absolutely PERFECT condition at the time arranged. There was nothing they could have done better. I would use them again without hesitation.Ron ZRon Z ★★★★★ Our parents had a precious grandfather clock, handmade in Canada, and recently became part of an inheritance for our son in Ohio. ShipSmart made this all happen so easily with the upfront planning to ship across the border, reasonable costs, and the packaging and care were amazing. The clock arrived in absolutely PERFECT condition at the time arranged. There was nothing they could have done better. I would use them again without hesitation.Ron ZRon Z ★★★★★ Used ShipSmart to move cross country. Perfect for anyone who maybe doesn't have much stuff and doesn't want to move themselves. They cleared out our apartment and delivered to our new home just a couple weeks later. Everything was packaged very secure and custom crates were built around everything! Awesome service at a very fair price!Andy WolfeAndy Wolfe ★★★★★ The Ship Smart staff were friendly and professional. The took the stress out of my having to move my one bedroom apartment cross country. I was able to set up pick up and drop off times and dates. My things arrived perfect, not one thing was broken. I'm so pleased with my experience. I would refer Ship Smart to anyone.D.D.D.D. ★★★★★ Ship Smart promised a delivery date which was my key issue as I was moving my frail parents from PA to CA. They delivered exactly as promised and everything arrived in good shape. The competitor couldn't promise any delivery date so I chose Ship Smart. Prices were competitive and delivery team courteous. Thanks!Sally Jewett-BrocatoSally Jewett-Brocato ★★★★★ My furniture was packed to perfection. Best way to ship items that are too small or weigh too little for a big mover. The items arrived in perfect condition and the staff was pleasant and courteous. I would ship with Ship Smart again.cal595cal595 ★★★★★ I found Ship Smart on the internet, to have two items shipped from ME to CA. When Ship Smart failed to call me and let me know when they would pick up the items, I called them. They immediately got on it, packed and shipped the two items, and the furniture arrived on time, without a scratch. I was very impressed with their service. The gentleman who delivered was only supposed to drop off the furniture curbside, but went the extra mile and placed the items in my garage at no charge. Was extremely satisfied with this service. Wouldn't hesitate to use it again.Elaine Roberts MusserElaine Roberts Musser ★★★★★ Hi, These guys are great. Every time I called for help, they were always available, I talked to a real person and they always knew the answer! I checked around for prices and they were the lowest price. They picked up and delivered right on time. The pickup crew was nice and they did a great job packing my stuff so nothing was damaged. Overall, this is a great company to use, Highly suggested!Elie SuaresElie Suares ★★★★★ I had some antiques that I wanted to move from California to Boston. I heard some good things about Shipsmart so went with them. I had a very good and seamless experience. Customer Service was responsive. The movers arrived on time to wrap the items and they arrived in perfect condition (also on time). I would use them again.Bridget GleasonBridget Gleason ★★★★★ Ship Smart was recommended to me by a friend when I was planning a move from NC to CA. I called them up and was immediately blown away at their customer service. They won me over as a customer, and were very informative, continually, throughout the whole move process.The incredible way in which they packed and palletized everything meticulously was simply amazing when my entire life's belongings arrived, and arrived on time.I will never hesitate to use Ship Smart again if ever (hopefully not) I have to move again.Chris PadgettChris Padgett ★★★★★ I recently used Ship Smart to bring a room's worth of furniture from FL to NY. It was too small a load for a large shipper, but too large, and too long a distance for me to do any other way. The Ship Smart folks, both pick up and delivery, and my "office " contact were excellent. Everything came well-packed, and undamaged and in the time frame agreed upon. My only "issue" was that the actual cost was about $1000 over the quote, but that was due to the fact that I did not have exact dimensions/weight. When all is said and done, I would use them again with confidence.Kathryn GodleyKathryn Godley ★★★★★ I recently relocated to Arizona from Texas and needed to move a fair amount of stuff, but not enough to be cost efficient to utilize a moving company. I contacted a moving company that I used previously and they recommended Ship Smart. It is important to note that they are not a moving company but a shipping company as the process is entirely different. Since I was fairly flexible on my pick up date and completely flexible on my delivery date-- it was a wonderful resource. Dealing with the main office was easy and the quote they provided was reasonable. The actual invoice was greater than the quote but that was because I had underestimated how much I was actually moving. When the Texas Team picked up the items -- they were so nice and accommodating and were not flustered at all by the extra items. They were professional and really great to work with. It was a hot day in the summer and they were had to go up and down several flights of stairs-- however it was not a problem for them. They were really wonderful to work with.They packed up the boxes in a professional crate and sealed it with care. The items were received in perfect condition and the driver was able to place the crates in the garage. I was quoted a time frame which was fine since I was not in a hurry to get the items. Again this is a freight company and if you need the items unloaded, unpacked and delivered by a certain time-- perhaps this is not the company for you. I was pleasantly surprised and pleased to receive my items a few weeks ahead of schedule.Ship Smart provided a great service and I can't speak for others-- but I would for sure use them again.Rachel WallachRachel Wallach ★★★★★ Shipsmart promptly provided their competitive quote to move a family teak buffet from San Diego to Michigan. Their price was significantly cheaper than multiple other major moving company quotes. Once I received the buffet I was amazed how well the item was custom foam packed within the custom made carton. It was fantastically packed (way above my expectations!!) and arrived on schedule without any damage. It was packed as if the item was their own. My expectations were exceeded! I would definitely use them again!Robert CaswellRobert Caswell ★★★★★ Ship Smart was just what I was looking for to move several items of furniture from Texas to Georgia. The amount of furniture was not enough to use a moving company so this was a great, affordable option. They were very professional in every step of the way. I thought they were fairly priced and made it very easy for me. The guys that I used for unpacking told me they had never seen anything packed so well! They were extremely impressed which gave me even more confidence in the great job that Ship Smart performed.Melinda StevensonMelinda Stevenson ★★★★★ I was concerned about getting our personal belongings from Georgia to Oregon. Ship Smart was referred to me by a major mover. Would this move be affordable? Well, Ship Smart estimate ( which was the final price) made this move possible. They said it could take 2-3 weeks to receive our shipment. To my surprise I received a call 8 days later to arrange to deliver our shipment in the morning. This move could not have gone smoother. Thank you Ship SmartDiane ScottalineDiane Scottaline ★★★★★ Could not be more pleased with the service we received from Ship Smart. We had 125 year old Grandfather Clock shipped from CA to NC and we were blown away by the quality and care that was taken to assure it would arrive safely. All of the staff we dealt with from the initial phone call to the delivery driver were wonderful!shondra lenzshondra lenz ★★★★★ The entire team at Ship Smart are consummate professionals who really understand the moving business and provide stellar customer service. We had an international move from Vancouver to Los Angeles, which can be daunting and stressful. We decided to work with Ship Smart because they were the most professional explaining the process, were able to provide expert advice on the logistics, and had competitive pricing. We were not disappointed. They were very clear about the paperwork we needed to fill out, handheld us through the process, were on top of scheduling and showed up on time both for pickup and delivery. Best of all, the entire staff—from the back office folks to the guys on the trucks—were extraordinarily organized, polite and knowledgable. Our belongings arrived on time and in perfect shape. We recommend Ship Smart wholeheartedly!Amber BezahlerAmber Bezahler ★★★★★ The entire team at Ship Smart are consummate professionals who really understand the moving business and provide stellar customer service. We had an international move from Vancouver to Los Angeles, which can be daunting and stressful. We decided to work with Ship Smart because they were the most professional explaining the process, were able to provide expert advice on the logistics, and had competitive pricing. We were not disappointed. They were very clear about the paperwork we needed to fill out, handheld us through the process, were on top of scheduling and showed up on time both for pickup and delivery. Best of all, the entire staff—from the back office folks to the guys on the trucks—were extraordinarily organized, polite and knowledgable. Our belongings arrived on time and in perfect shape. We recommend Ship Smart wholeheartedly!Amber BezahlerAmber Bezahler ★★★★★ Rockin SERVICE, timely, with a get it DONE attitude. Ship Smart FAR surpassed my expectations providing stellar service through the entire process. The Scary GuyThe Scary GuyThe Scary Guy ★★★★★ We learned of Ship Smart from one of the major movers who suggested them for small load moves. The service was nothing less than exceptional. Having moved over 9 time, this service was by far the best. The Connecticut local packer did the best job protecting and boxing we have ever seen, Everything that Ship Smart said would happen happened exactly as the described. Inquiries were answered immediately. The local delivery service was courteous, helpful, and made sure the pallets were where we wanted them.Most importantly, we had zero damage on anything.Highly recommended!!Peter FantlPeter Fantl ★★★★★ We have used Ship Smart 3 times moving long distance and everything arrived in good condition. The pick up, packaging and delivery went very smooth. We would use them again.jerry coonjerry coon ★★★★★ Shipsmart accommodated a very complex move situation for me with 3+ parties. Their diligence and communication was excellent throughout the process and they were incredibly patient with changes. Kudos!Edward HubbardEdward Hubbard ★★★★★ Small shipment, regular van lines gave me two to four week window plus standard fees plus packing fees. ShipSmart picked up my self-packed clothes and household goods, and they packed my two bicycles in separate custom cartons. Actual weight was close to their estimate based on my input, and fee was reasonable and much cheaper and safer than my renting a U-Haul and dealing with a trailer. From NoCal to SoCal took a week, got a call for next day delivery between 10-2 PM; driver called at 11:30 am, said he'd be there in an hour. I went outside after 50 minutes and he was turning the corner. Delivered right to my back door as promised. All goods shrink-wrapped on two pallets. I unloaded everything off the pallets and he took them away. Easy and on time and nothing broken or missing. Can't get any better than that. I intend to use them for my return trip.David GuerlandDavid Guerland ★★★★★ Small shipment, regular van lines gave me two to four week window plus standard fees plus packing fees. ShipSmart picked up my self-packed clothes and household goods, and they packed my two bicycles in separate custom cartons. Actual weight was close to their estimate based on my input, and fee was reasonable and much cheaper and safer than my renting a U-Haul and dealing with a trailer. From NoCal to SoCal took a week, got a call for next day delivery between 10-2 PM; driver called at 11:30 am, said he'd be there in an hour. I went outside after 50 minutes and he was turning the corner. Delivered right to my back door as promised. All goods shrink-wrapped on two pallets. I unloaded everything off the pallets and he took them away. Easy and on time and nothing broken or missing. Can't get any better than that. I intend to use them for my return trip.David GuerlandDavid Guerland ★★★★★ An excellent alternative if you have a load too large to move yourself but too small to qualify for a regular moving company. I had 10 boxes of valuable antiques, a marble top table and a grandfather clock that needed to be moved from Florida to Arizona. North American Van Lines turned me on to Ship Smart. Their local agent was prompt and courteous and the pick-up went smoothly. They crated the grandfather clock and table very well. They scheduled a delivery concurrent with my needs and the delivery was made with no damage or breakage. I could not have been more pleased with the service provided by Ship Smart.Frank KrivitzFrank Krivitz ★★★★★ An excellent alternative if you have a load too large to move yourself but too small to qualify for a regular moving company. I had 10 boxes of valuable antiques, a marble top table and a grandfather clock that needed to be moved from Florida to Arizona. North American Van Lines turned me on to Ship Smart. Their local agent was prompt and courteous and the pick-up went smoothly. They crated the grandfather clock and table very well. They scheduled a delivery concurrent with my needs and the delivery was made with no damage or breakage. I could not have been more pleased with the service provided by Ship Smart.Frank KrivitzFrank Krivitz ★★★★★ I was recently out on the East Coast and had to make a quick decision on some family heirlooms. Our mover is Salt Lake City recommended Ship Smart. I called and on very short notice they arranged pickup exactly when I needed. Customer service was very helpful and the packing was very professional. They consolidated a large chair, lamps, pictures, and other fragile items into one shipping crate. Delivery was in exactly the time they quoted and delivery was very flexible. Everything arrived in perfect condition. I was very happy with the entire experience.Rob BeckerRob Becker ★★★★★ I was recently out on the East Coast and had to make a quick decision on some family heirlooms. Our mover is Salt Lake City recommended Ship Smart. I called and on very short notice they arranged pickup exactly when I needed. Customer service was very helpful and the packing was very professional. They consolidated a large chair, lamps, pictures, and other fragile items into one shipping crate. Delivery was in exactly the time they quoted and delivery was very flexible. Everything arrived in perfect condition. I was very happy with the entire experience.Rob BeckerRob Becker ★★★★★ These guys did a great job with a shipment we needed help with! Thanks for all the help!Brandon MeliaBrandon Melia ★★★★★ These guys did a great job with a shipment we needed help with! Thanks for all the help!Brandon MeliaBrandon Melia ★★★★★ Great experience with Ship Smart!Hannah WeatheringtonHannah Weatherington ★★★★★ Great experience with Ship Smart!Hannah WeatheringtonHannah Weatherington ★★★★★ I used this service to transport an antique brass bed from California to Maryland. I spoke with Samantha and she was the consummate professional. She ensured the pickup from my elderly relative would be smooth and easy. She handled the transaction quickly and both the pickup and delivery was on time!I know I'll have to transport more items in the future, and I know what company will be doing that shipping for me. Thanks!Mike RichardsonMike Richardson ★★★★★ I used this service to transport an antique brass bed from California to Maryland. I spoke with Samantha and she was the consummate professional. She ensured the pickup from my elderly relative would be smooth and easy. She handled the transaction quickly and both the pickup and delivery was on time!I know I'll have to transport more items in the future, and I know what company will be doing that shipping for me. Thanks!Mike RichardsonMike Richardson ★★★★★ I had a great experience with Ship Smart during my recent small move. I was very nervous about how my belongings would be handled and if they would be delivered on time. Ship Smart surpassed all my expectations! The packers and movers arrived on time and handled my furniture and boxes with care. I was always able to reach a customer service representative with questions and felt very at ease during the entire moving process. Ship Smart also quoted me at a very affordable price which helped make my move much easier. I will definitely use Ship Smart for my next move - keep up the good work!Laila EljiziLaila Eljizi ★★★★★ I had a great experience with Ship Smart during my recent small move. I was very nervous about how my belongings would be handled and if they would be delivered on time. Ship Smart surpassed all my expectations! The packers and movers arrived on time and handled my furniture and boxes with care. I was always able to reach a customer service representative with questions and felt very at ease during the entire moving process. Ship Smart also quoted me at a very affordable price which helped make my move much easier. I will definitely use Ship Smart for my next move - keep up the good work!Laila EljiziLaila Eljizi ★★★★★ If Fabulous were a choice, I would choose that! I have shipped valuable family furniture twice through Ship Smart. Nothing was ever lost or delayed. They are a company that can be totally trusted top to bottom!!Sandra GravleeSandra Gravlee ★★★★★ If Fabulous were a choice, I would choose that! I have shipped valuable family furniture twice through Ship Smart. Nothing was ever lost or delayed. They are a company that can be totally trusted top to bottom!!Sandra GravleeSandra Gravlee ★★★★★ The entire experience surprised my skeptical self! The office staff was very helpful in explaining the entire process. The pick up truck came late, but kept me apprised via cell phone on their progress to my location. The delivery guy was terrific and all my belongings arrived in perfect condition. I was amazed how securely my antique bench had been packed. I had a short window when I wanted the items delivered and although they don't guarantee a delivery date, they got the shipping done well within the desired time. Overall, I was very pleasantly surprised how easy the whole thing was!Ilene TanenIlene Tanen ★★★★★ The entire experience surprised my skeptical self! The office staff was very helpful in explaining the entire process. The pick up truck came late, but kept me apprised via cell phone on their progress to my location. The delivery guy was terrific and all my belongings arrived in perfect condition. I was amazed how securely my antique bench had been packed. I had a short window when I wanted the items delivered and although they don't guarantee a delivery date, they got the shipping done well within the desired time. Overall, I was very pleasantly surprised how easy the whole thing was!Ilene TanenIlene Tanen ★★★★★ Ship Smart Employees were very helpful and careful with the shipment I needed sent out of State. They were right on time with pick up and delivery. Everything arrived in good condition. I plan on using them in the future as needed.Nancy JaastadNancy Jaastad ★★★★★ Ship Smart Employees were very helpful and careful with the shipment I needed sent out of State. They were right on time with pick up and delivery. Everything arrived in good condition. I plan on using them in the future as needed.Nancy JaastadNancy Jaastad ★★★★★ When my elderly aunt died recently I had ShipSmart ship a family heirloom and some beautiful paintings from Florida to Colorado. Everything arrived quickly. It was expertly packed, delivered on time, and in perfect condition. It was great and I will use them anytime.Liz PhillipsLiz Phillips ★★★★★ When my elderly aunt died recently I had ShipSmart ship a family heirloom and some beautiful paintings from Florida to Colorado. Everything arrived quickly. It was expertly packed, delivered on time, and in perfect condition. It was great and I will use them anytime.Liz PhillipsLiz Phillips ★★★★★ I recently used Shipsmart for nine huge paintings I had to ship across country from NYC to Austin TX. You can't beat this service. I really did not have time to build a crate this large. They really made it easy. They picked the work up at my studio, packed it safely in cardboard to get it to the crating service. Crated it up beautifully. This was a large 350+ lbs grate! The work was shipped safely across the country in a really good time. They also provided insurance on art work, which a lot of shippers are reluctant to do. Service was personal and friendly. I talked to people on the phone instead of emails.Matt StraubMatt Straub ★★★★★ I recently used Shipsmart for nine huge paintings I had to ship across country from NYC to Austin TX. You can't beat this service. I really did not have time to build a crate this large. They really made it easy. They picked the work up at my studio, packed it safely in cardboard to get it to the crating service. Crated it up beautifully. This was a large 350+ lbs grate! The work was shipped safely across the country in a really good time. They also provided insurance on art work, which a lot of shippers are reluctant to do. Service was personal and friendly. I talked to people on the phone instead of emails.Matt StraubMatt Straub ★★★★★ Moved by daughter back from college. Everything was perfect, could not believe not one thing broken or scratched. Picked up on time, professional all the way. Could not have been happier with the service.Victoria SelbyVictoria Selby ★★★★★ Moved by daughter back from college. Everything was perfect, could not believe not one thing broken or scratched. Picked up on time, professional all the way. Could not have been happier with the service.Victoria SelbyVictoria Selby ★★★★★ I have used Ship Smart several times with great results. Never late and always on time.Ship Smart is now our small shipment carrierJohn O'GradyJohn O'Grady ★★★★★ I have used Ship Smart several times with great results. Never late and always on time.Ship Smart is now our small shipment carrierJohn O'GradyJohn O'Gradyjs_loader
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Where We Pick Up Across the Bay Area

Our service area extends beyond San Francisco. Pickups in Oakland, Berkeley, Palo Alto and communities throughout the Bay Area can be handled under the same small-shipment model.

San Francisco

Mission District, Noe Valley, Bernal Heights, Haight-Ashbury, Cow Hollow, Marina, North Beach, Russian Hill, Telegraph Hill, Nob Hill, Pacific Heights, Presidio Heights, Richmond District, Inner Sunset, Outer Sunset, Forest Hill, West Portal, Excelsior, Ingleside, Parkmerced, Visitacion Valley, Bayview, Hunters Point, Dogpatch, Potrero Hill, SoMa, Mission Bay, Financial District, Hayes Valley, Castro, Glen Park, Sunnyside, Twin Peaks

East Bay

Oakland, Berkeley, Emeryville, Alameda, Piedmont, Albany, San Leandro, Hayward, Castro Valley, Fremont, Dublin, Pleasanton, San Ramon, Walnut Creek, Concord, Lafayette, Orinda, Richmond

Peninsula

Daly City, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Millbrae, Burlingame, San Mateo, Foster City, Redwood City, Menlo Park, Palo Alto

South Bay

San Jose, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos

North Bay

Sausalito, Mill Valley, Larkspur, San Rafael, Novato, Petaluma

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So Why Pay For Something You Are Not Moving/Shipping?

Ship Smart specializes in small moves shipping out of state. Most moving companies are designed to handle large loads, typically 2000 lbs. and above, but not everyone needs to move a full truckload or a whole household of items.

So why pay for something you are not shipping? Here at Ship Smart you only pay for what you’re moving!

At Ship Smart, we’re committed to making your move simple, stress-free, and affordable. That’s why we partnered with Enhancify to provide flexible financing options. Now is the perfect time to take the next step.

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San Francisco Small Move Questions

1. How much does a small move from San Francisco cost?

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The price depends on the shipment’s measured weight, destination, packing requirements, and access at both ends. Every estimate is provided in writing and itemized before anything is loaded.

2. Do you do local moves within San Francisco?

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No. Ship Smart is an interstate carrier, so our service is designed for shipments leaving the Bay Area. For a move from the Mission to the Sunset, an hourly local mover is likely to be a better and less expensive option.

3. What is the smallest shipment you will take?

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Our minimum shipment weight is 150 pounds. That makes us an option for shipments that may be too small for traditional interstate moving companies, such as several boxes and a piece of furniture.

4. Do I need a parking permit for a moving truck in San Francisco?

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Some San Francisco locations require temporary parking or loading arrangements through SFMTA. Requirements vary by street and situation. Please provide your pickup address when requesting a quote, and we can confirm the necessary arrangements.

5. Can you move out of a walk-up with no elevator?

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Yes. Walk-ups are common in San Francisco. Tell us the number of flights when you provide your inventory so the labor and access requirements can be reflected in the written estimate.

6. My street is too steep or too narrow for a big truck. What happens?

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A smaller vehicle may be used to collect the shipment and transfer it to the line-haul equipment.

7. Do you cover the East Bay and the Peninsula?

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Yes. Our Bay Area pickup coverage includes communities such as Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda, Daly City, San Mateo, Redwood City, and Palo Alto, as well as San Francisco and surrounding areas.

8. My building needs a Certificate of Insurance. Can you provide one?

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Send us the building’s move-out packet when you book so we can review its requirements.

9. What fits under 2,000 pounds?

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As a general guide, a studio shipment may fall somewhere around 800–1,400 pounds, while a one-bedroom can range from roughly 1,200–2,000 pounds. Actual weight varies significantly based on furniture, boxes, and personal belongings.

10. How long does a move from San Francisco to the East Coast take?

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Long-distance small shipments travel on a consolidated basis, so delivery is provided within a window rather than on a guaranteed fixed date. Your estimated delivery window is provided before you book.

11. Do you pack, or do I?

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Either option is available depending on the scope of your move. You can choose full packing, partial packing, or pack your own boxes while we crate selected fragile items.

12. Can you hold my shipment if my new place isn't ready?

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If storage is available, mention it when requesting your estimate so the service can be priced and planned from the beginning.

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