Reply from Safe Medical TransportJul 16, 2025
First off, I want to address your complaint. You mentioned “miscommunication,” but that was because the movers arrived 45 minutes early, not late. We use GPS tracking, which provides live ETA updates. Of course, if they stop for food, fuel, or hit traffic, that may adjust the time slightly. In your case, we advised you to be prepared for June 13th or 14th, and when we narrowed it down, we gave you a time window. The crew simply made good time and arrived earlier than expected.
Now, regarding the delivery timeline: your contract clearly states that for a 1,442-mile move, we ask for 10–14 business days from your first available delivery date, excluding weekends and holidays. If you’re available right away, the delivery process starts immediately. But if you had told the movers you wouldn’t be available until June 21st, then that would’ve been the first eligible delivery date. You were picked up on the 13th/14th and your items were delivered 11 business days later, well within the contract window.
We always advise customers not to book flights around delivery dates because even if we aim for a specific window, delays due to mechanical issues, weather, or other jobs can occur. Roxy remained in contact with you during the delivery process, but the issue was that you kept requesting an exact date, which we never provide for shared moves. The driver may have given you a goal date, but again, delivery ETAs are not guarantees.
Regarding the pickup and loading, the reason items were left behind is because you had more inventory than what was originally submitted to us. You were offered two options: (1) add the additional space at the same per-cubic-foot rate, or (2) leave those extra items behind. You chose to leave them. The driver did not pick random boxes—he packed what fit in the agreed space. Some additional boxes were used only because you had loose items and unpacked materials (e.g., clothes, lamps, etc.), which cannot be loaded unsecured into a shared truck. Your move did not fill an entire truck, and that’s exactly why your price was so low.
The driver had to load, unload, and reload multiple times based on your changing decisions. That’s likely what you perceived as “complaining,” but he was doing his job as best he could given the shifting instructions.
Now regarding your statement about delivery delays—your delivery was completed in under two weeks (11 business days), which again falls well within the 10–14 business day range. Our crews don’t work 24/7. Expecting a 1,400+ mile delivery in 24–48 hours on a shared truck isn’t realistic unless you pay for a dedicated direct move, which costs significantly more. That’s why you were quoted under $3,000 instead of closer to $7,000+.
Your repeated calls and emails were received, and you were responded to. You just weren’t getting the answer you wanted—an exact date—which we cannot and do not provide. There’s a big difference between “lack of communication” and “not getting a specific commitment.”
As for the delivery notification, we understand you didn’t receive a full 24-hour heads-up. That can be frustrating, and we apologize. Still, your delivery was successful, and the crew got your items inside.
Lastly, regarding your missing or damaged items: you are covered under the insurance you chose—standard cargo at $0.60/lb per article. You declined full-value protection. While we understand a crib or bed may be worth more, the payout is based on weight, not retail cost. This is clearly outlined in your contract.
We’re still trying to locate the bed frame piece. If it’s not found, your claim will be processed per your coverage. Damages can happen in long-distance moves due to shifting during transit, and while unfortunate, that risk is understood and signed for in every agreement.
In closing, this situation stemmed from misunderstood expectations, not failure on our part. Your move was completed on time, under budget, and within the exact terms of the contract.