Established in 1939, Chipman Relocation & Logistics is a family-owned and operated company with over 80 years of distinguished service history. Operating not only in California and Oregon but also providing high-level expertise as movers in Seattle, WA. They offer a broad range of services disseminating from residential to commercial relocations, including local, long-distance, and global moves. The commercial side of the business encompasses office moving, IT and furniture installation, industrial relocation, and more. Their commitment to delivering a quality customer experience is unwavering. They effectively utilize their nationwide and global resources to ensure a remarkable relocation experience for everyone they serve.
Chipman Relocation & Logistics
based on 397+ data points 
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The Great Guys Moving Rating Index (GGMRI) is an impartial score of the best movers in a city.About Chipman Relocation & Logistics
Additional Cities Served: Tacoma, Kent, Renton, Federal Way, Auburn, Burien, IssaquahShow More >
Moving Services
- Residential Long Distance Moving
- Corporate Relocation
- Global Moving
- Commercial Office Moving
- Warehousing Services
- FF&E/Logistics
- Local Moving
- Military/Government Relocation
- Industrial Relocation
- Last-Minute Move Services
Washington Moving License
Active
Last Checked: 08/04/22USDOT Interstate LicenseIf you’re moving across state lines, you likely need to hire a moving company with a VALID USDOT license. This licensing information comes from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and applies to a moving company's ability to perform a long distance INTERstate move (for example: from California to Texas). If your move crosses state lines within the same commercial zone, or metropolitan area (for example: DC to Alexandria, VA), it is generally not considered an interstate move and a moving company may not need an "Active" license from FMCSA to perform this type of move. INTRAstate moves (within the same state or city) are regulated by state and local jurisdictions and licensing requirements vary according to locale.
If you’re moving across state lines, you likely need to hire a moving company with a VALID USDOT license. This licensing information comes from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and applies to a moving company's ability to perform a long distance INTERstate move (for example: from California to Texas). If your move crosses state lines within the same commercial zone, or metropolitan area (for example: DC to Alexandria, VA), it is generally not considered an interstate move and a moving company may not need an "Active" license from FMCSA to perform this type of move. INTRAstate moves (within the same state or city) are regulated by state and local jurisdictions and licensing requirements vary according to locale.Not Authorized
for Interstate Moves
Last Checked: 01/10/25*Note: this license information has not been manually verified. Please confirm all license information at https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/CompanySnapshot.aspx
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Customer Reviews of Chipman Relocation & Logistics
We analyzed and organized the customer reviews of Chipman Relocation & Logistics in Seattle, WA using our proven 11-point rating system. Our rigorous evaluation process ranks each customer review for Chipman Relocation & Logistics based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience. Here is what customers had to say about their moving experience:
1. Quality
8.1/10
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“excellent relocation services”
“outstanding teams on both ends”
“packed everything quickly”
“Chipman and United made it easy”
2. Punctuality
7.57/10
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“stayed on schedule”
“lack of a timely response”
“arrived on time”
“Everything happened on time”
3. Affordability
6.4/10
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“reasonably priced compared to other companies”
“half of the quote from the other company”
“can be pricey but worth it for long distance move”
“paid $28k for the move, which is expensive”
4. Communication
7.69/10
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“very responsive and considerate”
“Kept us well informed”
“great communication”
“communication has been great”
5. Stick to Prices
4.24/10
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“unorganized resulting in upcharges”
“Warren provided an accurate estimate”
“driver tried to trick my wife into signing the damage waiver”
“did not honor replacement for lost/damaged items properly”
6. Speed
7.83/10
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“hauling all my things so quickly”
“finished earlier than planned”
“efficient”
“delivery time was over two weeks”
7. Friendliness
8.84/10
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“crew was cooperative and patient”
“very friendly and respectful”
“kind and entertained my two young boys”
“great guys, hard workers”
8. Will Hire Again
7.97/10
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“highly recommend and would hire again”
“would use Chipman again and ask for Mike”
“would hire again”
“amazing moving experience”
9. Professionalism
7.32/10
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“professional and detailed packing/moving crew”
“crew were quick and professionals”
“lack of professionalism from sales team”
“courteous, professional, and took a lot of pride”
10. Conflict Handling
4.47/10
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“covered the damage with the claim”
“general manager handled the situation well”
“dispatch not willing to work with drivers”
“quick settlement option for damages, willing to rectify issues”
11. Precision & Care
6.81/10
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“home goods were well protected”
“careful care of my possessions”
“a few dings, but got all our furniture”
“not one item was damaged”
Customer Insights
Cost: $ 7147.00 from 3 historical data points
Great Crew Members
| Brandi, Algona | worked harder even with challenging stairways |
| Mike | considerate and thoughtful managing the team |
| Jason, Brandi | Jason - hauled things quickly, Brandi - quick and helpful responses |
| Warren, Brandi | shout out to Warren and Brandi |
| Thor, Brandi | fantastic communication and meticulous packing |
How do we review a moving company?
Imagine the challenge of sifting through and reading every single review a moving company has ever received. Could you spot the fake reviews? Could you formulate a well-rounded analyses, or would you be left relying on a gut feeling?
Our rigorous evaluation process addresses this by meticulously vetting each moving company based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience:
- 1. Quality
Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.
- 2. Punctuality
Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?
- 3. Affordability
1 = extremely expensive, 10 = extremely affordable
- 4. Communication
Was the office staff quick to respond to questions prior to moving day? Did the moving crew notify you on the day of move regarding any changes to the original schedule? If there were any issues to resolve after moving day, was an office manager quick to respond and address problems encountered?
- 5. Stick to Prices
Was a lowball quote provided to earn business only to see the final moving day price increase substantially?
- 6. Speed
Did the movers seem to take their precious time in an attempt to increase the overall cost of the move? Remember, moving is HARD work and some breaks should be expected!
- 7. Friendliness
Was the moving crew cordial and friendly to be around on moving day?
- 8. Will Hire Again
How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again for their next move.
- 9. Professionalism
Did the moving crew behave in a professional manner on moving day?
- 10. Conflict Handling
Accidents can and will likely happen at some point on moving day. How a moving company responds to these accidents can say a lot about the company.
- 11. Precision & Care
Were walls scratched? Did furniture get scuffed, broken, or lost?
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- No Paid Placements: Every company earns its spot through merit, not payment.
- Extensive Analysis: Evaluated over 24,000 movers across the country for our rankings.
Contact Chipman Relocation & Logistics
8939 S 190th St, Kent, WA, 98031
(425) 251-0562
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