PODS-- bad idea for moving and storage

adpi*violet · #1 07-11-2007, 09:30 AM

Does anyone have a recommendation for another similar company that is better than Pods? Or- is it easier to just rent a U-haul and then a storage space at the other end of your move if you are moving before finding a house?

_Lisa_ · #2 07-11-2007, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by adpi*violet

Does anyone have a recommendation for another similar company that is better than Pods? Or- is it easier to just rent a U-haul and then a storage space at the other end of your move if you are moving before finding a house?

You could try Get-A-SAM (Store And Move.) I'd be leary of any companies similar to PODS, since the idea is somewhat new they're paving the path for what they get to charge & how they apply surcharges to the services.

APhi Sailorgirl · #3 07-11-2007, 10:21 AM

I would suggest just getting a storage unit. Also, check around, a lot of places offer first month deals and have free moving trucks with rental.

We had neighbors who used PODS while they were building a house and many of their items got damaged because the PODS were not well-made.

adpiucf · #4 07-11-2007, 11:53 AM

http://www.consumeraffairs.com/movers/pods.html

This is a site that has some reports about PODS.

Another person recommended a PODS-like company called U-Pack and had a good experience with them.

jubilance1922 · #5 07-11-2007, 06:04 PM

I wouldn't recommend a U-Haul either. The AP just did a big investigation on how they don't service the trucks and keep them in service longer than they should, and there have been injuries and deaths as a result of U-Hauls that shouldn't have been on the road.

NickR · #6 10-02-2007, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by adpi*violet

Does anyone have a recommendation for another similar company that is better than Pods? Or- is it easier to just rent a U-haul and then a storage space at the other end of your move if you are moving before finding a house?

I have used a new company called GoMini's. They are similar to PODS but they offer great customer service & their containers are larger, cheaper( price), & built better. I highly recommend them.

scbelle · #7 10-02-2007, 09:20 AM

Well, according to this report, it (PODS) has an unsatisfactory rating. If I were you, I'd make another formal complaint to the BBB. Maybe you'll find some relief.

33girl · #8 07-18-2009, 04:05 PM

Bumpity bump re PODs, storage etc.

I need to store furniture for approximately 2 weeks, month at most. Should I get one of these movable things or a regular storage unit? Also wtf about not being able to get into them?

I'm a little paranoid about being away from my "things" and the idea of being able to have something that's near me, rather than having to go to a storage unit somewhere else, is what appeals to me about the whole PODS concept.

Educatingblue · #9 07-18-2009, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 33girl

Bumpity bump re PODs, storage etc.

I need to store furniture for approximately 2 weeks, month at most. Should I get one of these movable things or a regular storage unit? Also wtf about not being able to get into them?

I'd say just get a regular storage unit. I called PODs last week on a quote for a cross country move and they quoted me a little over $3,000!!! I think I can sell everything and start over a LOT cheaper.

greekchef · #10 07-18-2009, 07:55 PM

In fairness to PODS, we used them for a local move when we had our house built about a year ago.. We stored about half our belongings in a POD while we moved into a small apartment awaiting for our house to be finished. Everything we were told was accurate, everything we needed from PODS was handled quickily and courteously. I paid exactly what was quoted and it was a deal by far when compared to renting a truck and making multiple trips to a storage unit.

I am of the impression that PODS is a franchise operation. The one in my area was great. Maybe its depends upon the local owners. But its not accurate to paint the whole company with the same broad strokes. I would definitley use them again.

PM_Mama00 · #11 07-19-2009, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by 33girl

Bumpity bump re PODs, storage etc.

I need to store furniture for approximately 2 weeks, month at most. Should I get one of these movable things or a regular storage unit? Also wtf about not being able to get into them?

I'm a little paranoid about being away from my "things" and the idea of being able to have something that's near me, rather than having to go to a storage unit somewhere else, is what appeals to me about the whole PODS concept.

Forgive me if I'm wrong, but what I was told about PODS is that they bring them to you, you put your stuff in, and then they take them to their storage place. They're stackable, just like the cargo thingies on trains and ships. You're better off getting a storage unit. A month should be relatively cheap especially if you go to a mom & pop type place. You can go into the unit whenever you want and you don't have to worry about putting your belongings in someone else's hands.

My family was in the self storage business. If the facility does not offer insurance, make sure the furniture is covered under your home owner's insurance and it should be covered in the facility. That's how our's worked, not sure if it varies state to state.