PODS® Reviews
The Pod was there on the day we designated, and it was removed the day we asked. The only hassle was that we had to wait an extra week for them to deliver it because they needed to move the Pod from NJ storage to PA storage before they could deliver it. That caused some scheduling conflicts with my job (since I had expected to move in the week before I started my new job, but wasn't able to since the Pod wasn't available), and my parents had to re-arrange their schedules to make sure they were available that day. The company also couldn't tell us a delivery time until the evening before it was supposed to be delivered, so that was stressful, since we didn't know until the night before when the Pod was going to be there in the morning. In the end, it got there and was picked up, so it was okay.
I was happy with PODS overall, but was disappointed at the end when I was told over the phone with customer service that delivery could be made to the loading bay of my apartment complex. Specifiied in my order was a need for forklift as the 14" clearance of the building is one foot too small for a PODS truck. Everything seemed to be going fine then the driver arrived and said "PODS doesn't have forklifts". Competitors do. And the customer service people told me this could be accomplished. In the end, it cost me about $380 in extra charges to move everything out of the pod into a rented UHaul, then make a second unload into my apartment complex. I would suggest looking at PODS' competition if you are going to be moving into an apartment or condo complex as they DO NOT use forklifts and misinformed this customer at significant expense.
I have used PODS to store my items for three years while working overseas. I have also used them to transport my household goods between states. Every time I have used them they have demonstrated great customer service, were always within there scheduled time, and my items were never damaged in transit.
PODS didn't pick up the container, when scheduled, even though they were advised that the apt. complex didn't allow overnight containers and the container needed to be removed while residents were at work (9:00-5:00). 2 days later, the Container is still there, because they keep trying to pick it up after hours, when the lot is filled with cars.
PODS has been great from start to finish. My coordinator Kristi has been spot on in helping me and listening to my needs, returning calls and emails in a timely manner. David, a driver in Atlanta, was the best in giving friendly service that exceeded and professional. Bill in Pittsburgh navigated our narrow driveway with precision and gave us lots of tips to events and fun times in PGH. Fantastic people to work with!
Hassel free delivery of container and pick up after it was packed. Was disappointed with destination delivery as the delivery window time was not posted in a timely fashion. I had to reschedule the unloading of the PODS due to not having a delivery time. However, when it finally arrived there was no issue with the driver or the container. Final pickup of the PODS was timely. I received a call with window time and the driver arrived on time, was polite and friendly. Will use PODS again for future needs.
They were actually wonderful with the customer service end when ordering the POD to be delivered, but they delivered it wrong, facing the door the wrong way. The only compensation that they could do is give me a $50.00 credit. It is better than nothing! BUT if you need the door facing a certain way, make sure you can be there when it is delivered so they do it correctly. My mistake for sure- but I had to work that day. Thank you PODS for your 2 years of service to me and my family with storing my things!
They're the most convenient moving resolution for me at this time since I won't have a new address right away, but it would be nice if they could narrow their 3 hour service window and make it perhaps only a 1hr service window. Who wants to stand around waiting for 3hrs for someone to move your house goods?
The empty POD was delivered on time with a phone call telling me they were 15 minutes from my house. The loaded POD was picked up on time with the same courteous phone call. If the POD delivery to my new Arizona address goes as well as the Missouri operation, I'll be a very pleased customer and would recommend to anyone.
Disappointed in the final drop off of the PODS. We were lied to about which container would be dropped off first. First we were told we could pick which would be delivered first, then when the wrong one was delivered, customer service pretty much told me there was no guarantee on which would be delivered first or second. I had movers coming, and I needed them for the right POD. One had all the heavy furniture in it. Kind of screwed me up, and then the customer service person told me I should not have scheduled the movers the same day since there was no guarantee. I said I was told which would be delivered first by a PODS customer service person. No different response, same one again. No guarantee... etc... went no where. Very frustrating.
