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Michigan
1 review
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The workers are all very nice HOWEVER, the people who moved and packed my items seemed like young college kids. I stored my items with them from 2020-2022, two years! When I finally moved my items out of storage, so many precious items of mine were lost or damaged! Terrible! Would not recommend to anyone. Avoid if you can. They may seem nice, but they lack professionalism and care.

Date of experience: April 15, 2022
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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There is virtually no way to get your things out if you need to. The company claims they use and paints a picture as if your items are moved around by robots etc. (think amazon warehouse), but this is false. All they have is a website with a backend application that stores pictures of your items to give that impression.

It's been two weeks and I can still not set an appointment to get my things out.

Date of experience: April 2, 2022
Colorado
1 review
1 helpful vote
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My initial experience with MakeSpace was pretty good, when they picked up my items. However, upon trying to get access to my property stored with MakeSpace, I was told there would be a month-long delay -- and I'd be charged for the extra time.

At no point has MakeSpace indicated such long delays. Their TOS indicates they aim to return property within 72 hours of requests, and my initial conversations with sales and customer support echoed that. But now, without any prior warning (like an email notification, for example) I'm told that I'm unable to access my own property for over a month.

This has led me to lose significant money as I have no access to my own furniture and other items, which I needed within a matter of a couple of weeks -- not a month.

Considering how unreliable this company is, and the fact they take no responsibility for their failure to provide reasonable service, I recommend using a regular storage company where you have control over access to your unit.

Date of experience: October 20, 2021
New York
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Bad but good experience.
December 29, 2021

I received 9 boxes from storage. A lamp base was damaged and the shade was smashed. Also a wire magazine rack was crushed. BUT, although this is on par for what I have read in other reviews, I immediately put in a claim and they got back to me asap and offered me the full amount for damage and made the process so incredibly easy. Thanks to Eve and the team. Even tho I had damage, unlike a lot of the bad reviews I've seen, they were right on top of making it right for me. A+ for customer service.

Date of experience: December 28, 2021
New York
2 reviews
4 helpful votes
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I spent thousands storing my belongings with them over multiple years and when I received my items back EVERY single piece of furniture was destroyed. Not damaged, destroyed. Chair legs snapped, cabinets smashed and my couch was so moldy that it had to be thrown away because of the smell.

The damage is well in excess of $10,00 however the team only offered me $700 in damages which isn't just insulting its illegal. I was never offered the option for additional insurance like many other people.

I'm now heading into the weekend with no furniture so am required to rent some in the meantime whilst this issue is resolved. I'll be sure to add this expense as part of our ongoing dispute.

Whats worse is that their team said that movers were INTENTIONALLY damaging items when they heard that MakeSpace was being acquired by Clutter.

Please feel free to reach out to me for any specific as if the matter isn't resolved in the next few days I'll be filing a class action lawsuit.

Date of experience: January 28, 2023
Massachusetts
1 review
2 helpful votes
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I have stored my belongings with Makespace for 3 years. Things were fine for the first 2 years. Then, Makespace merged with Clutter. They sent an email that had links to long terms and conditions that basically said that they can change the pricing whenever and however they want. They increased my rate 25%. But what is worse is that they changed the charge for my final delivery of items from $59 to $4000. This is robbery. I had a multi-year agreement with Makespace to deliver the items at the low rate, which was part of why I signed. Then they changed it in a sneaky manner, with a long email and links to vague language, and claimed that I had agreed to the terms by continuing to use their service. This is not ok. Do not use them.

Date of experience: May 24, 2022
South Africa
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Pricey and bad service
October 24, 2021

Very very bad service from this pick up and storage company. They are do not take the struggle out of storage, it is a nightmare. I moved my stuff from a 5x 10 unit and their facility. They charged me $210 for a 10x 10 unit not mention the exorbitant appointment/pick fee. How did my stuff suddenly increase in size? They do not respond to enquiries, very unprofessional. I tied to them for 3 months, what did i get myself into this mess?

Date of experience: October 24, 2021
Massachusetts
1 review
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Don't use MakeSpace/CLUTTER.com
May 16, 2022

My experience with MakeSpace was awful. Their whole thing is they take photos of your stuff. They photographed my stuff AFTER they wrapped it up so this aspect is useless and they wouldn't photograph my stuff once it was in. Also their "self retrieval " is not self; rather it has to be a licensed mover who retrieves it! And they raised their prices and didn't contact me. Truly not what they represent!'n DO NOT USE THEM!

Date of experience: May 16, 2022
Canada
1 review
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1. They are extremely overpriced.
2. I was told that I am unable to pick up my own stuff due to "liability" reasons. As a result, I would have to hire a licensed third party moving company to retrieve my own stuff. There is still a fee that I would have to pay them despite doing absolutely nothing. I guess this is so that I end up using their delivery service and paying the delivery fee. What a POS service.

Date of experience: April 13, 2022
Virginia
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Don't even think of using Makespace. They maliciously advertise as being a standard storage service and calculate your storage needs accordingly, but once they have your things they'll claim you need more space, because (surprise, surprise!) They conveniently forgot to mention that their storage units are actually only 4 feet tall, so they will "upgrade" your plan and automatically charge you double or triple what they originally quoted you. An outright scam that, based on the insane amount of negative reviews on the internet is probably on its last legs and will most likely shutter soon or be put put of its misery by a good old lawsuit from one or many of the people they've screwed over. Avoid like the plague.

Date of experience: August 14, 2021
California
4 reviews
15 helpful votes
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Look at the pictures. Says it all!
August 17, 2017
Updated review

My items were mishandled and broken. Perhaps an unhappy employee? YOU must submit the website of where you purchased the broken/damaged item in order to be reimbursed. You have 30 days to do so. MakeSpace did process my damage claim quickly.

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Date of experience: August 17, 2017

They delivered the boxes to be pre-packed on time. I moved from a 1 BR 750 sq2 apartment. Their final cubic foot estimate of 10'x20' storage locker is exaggerated. By their own estimates a 10'x20' area would fit a 3BR with household applicances. I sold my couch and bicycles to mimimize storage space. I have no major kitchen appliances. I have a platform bed with headboard and mattress, large dresser and an IKEA desk. For the most part most of the items were boxes. You will get cloud photos of your items wrapped and cataloed, but not photos of how your items are stacked or stored in their facility. I question this, as proof of how your items are stored would back up what they are saying. My quote of $179 just ballooned to $400 plus dollars. Their movers are polite and very professional. They do send email reminders of pick up and delivery dates. I would NOT recommend this service unless they start supplying customers with finished product, ie., photos of items placed in their final storage place.

Date of experience: May 29, 2017
New Jersey
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Except for the friendly delivery guys (Joshua R, Felix M and amex team), my experience with MakeSpace was really terrible.

First of all, the price was increased by changing the contract and changing the storage size while my items were stored. And by changing the subscription conditions (shipping was free when I signed up for Makespace. Then it changed. It was $59 per delivery.

The TV, chest of drawers, two coffee tables and hangers were completely smashed and unusable and the desk chipped in.
What's even more annoying is that things are missing.
It contained a Chanel bag and a Saint Laurent bag, as well as clothes and a blanket tote bag too.
They say they will look for it, but I wonder if they will find it or if I will be rewarded.
Finally (not the Joshua R, Felix M and amex team), the team that helped with the delivery made it uncomfortable by moving things roughly with an unwilling look and attitude.

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Date of experience: September 28, 2021
California
1 review
11 helpful votes
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I've used this company three times and the third time is not the charm.

They moved me out of storage on April 26,2020 with slow and inexperienced movers. They completely damaged a vintage china cabinet owned by my parents which I had refurbished and was in mint condition as well as a lost item and two other damaged pieces of furniture.

Whatever your insurance policy coverage amount is is what Make Space will cover regardless of how extensive the damage due to their negligence. My cabinet repair cost is $2410. My coverage is only $1000. Who knew that I needed to buy a lot of coverage because I had trusted them from prior moves.

They have asked me to sign a release form in order to get the $1000 thus releasing them from any further liability. Way to go in protecting their customers.

Make Space does not care about you or their reputation. This is a rip off company with no pride in what they do.

Date of experience: May 9, 2020
New York
3 reviews
10 helpful votes
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Horrible service.
August 1, 2018

Really bad service.

Difficult to work with, demanding paperwork, and they destroyed quite a bit of my stuff. Glassware, which I understand. But they also shattered a light fixture when they delivered it (banging into the wall) and dragged all the bins on our brand new wood floors, scratching the hell out of those.

Anytime you reach out to them, they respond "Please note that, as per our Terms of Service, you agreed to 'waive all rights and claims against MakeSpace should your fragile stuff break or other be damaged.'"

If you care about your things, stay away.

Date of experience: August 1, 2018
Washington
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Awful experince
May 2, 2021

I would caution anyone contemplating the use of Make Space as your mover of choice to rethink your decision. The way in which may painting, artwork and furniture was handled was appalling. At delivery there was over $2500 in damages because of absolutely horrible packing methods by the movers at my old home. Literally took them downstairs and unbeknownst to me threw them in a box! The artwork was wrapped all together and stacked 15 hi, broken glass damaged frames, damaged artwork. Instead, of standing behind their methods of their movers, I was offered $250! Reason oh "that's all the insurance you have". Why that might be true gross negligence by your movers should warrant a different answer. I will be filing a complaint with the Federal Commerce Commission.

Date of experience: May 2, 2021
California
1 review
2 helpful votes
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This company will be out of business sooner rather than later but before they scam anyone else:

1) held my items for 2-3 weeks before I could get delivered.
2) they're team tore apart my Restoration Hardware bed and destroyed it ($1750). They offered $175 as compensation.
3) they will charge you a minimum of 3 months storage whether you use or not and $60 for every pick up and drop off. They purposely obfuscate this information so you're locked in.

Will be disputing with my credit card company.

Do not use them if you care about your items.

Date of experience: November 12, 2020
New Jersey
1 review
6 helpful votes
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Don't use BrakeSpace
February 12, 2020

Conclusion: If you value your items, safety, and home, don't store with MakeSpace.

They have lost or broken at least one item every time they have made a delivery to my home. They lost four whole suitcases I was storing and have delivered other people's items to me. They broke all four of my air conditioning units that I stored during the off season. They've even attempted to bully me to take down my honest negative reviews!

Their delivery guys always make me uncomfortable. At best, they're just rude and incompetent, at worst they are creepy, too familiar, and aggressive. I've had to call and complain about them. What was done about my complaints? Nothing.

Finally, they have damaged every floor and wall in my home from the front door to my bedroom.

Save yourself the headache and go with the competition!

Date of experience: February 12, 2020
Colorado
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Lost Stuff / Cost me $$$
December 22, 2020

Do NOT use this company.

I have been trying to get my stuff back for weeks, and they literally cannot seem to find which warehouse it's located in. I've hired movers multiple times to pick up my stuff in the warehouse that Makespace has given me, and they gave me the wrong address. So I'm stuck paying thousands of dollars in fees because of errors by the company.

I would HIGHLY recommend storing your stuff in a location where you know where it is. I'm living through a nightmare right now.

Date of experience: December 22, 2020
New York
1 review
3 helpful votes
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I gave MakeSpace brand news boxes in March 2020 at the beginning of the pandemic. This is what I received three weeks ago. On top of my "forgotten " bookshelf that supposed to be included with this delivery ( pictured below). They rescheduled another appointment only to call the morning of and say the warehouse forgot to include my bookshelf in the delivery. It was the one item I requested to be delivered and they forgot it. I just got email saying they are looking for the bookshelf but that I need to go ahead and make a claim... because it might be lost. A bookshelf. A whole bookshelf is lost. Do not use this company. Save yourself the headache.

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Date of experience: August 21, 2020
New Jersey
1 review
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I rented storage in the Philadelphia area, after the movers took three hours to move 20 items, I was accused of making a pass at the African American worker with dreadlocks because I asked his co-worker, Joshua, for a pen. I was surprised and confused, and I felt unsafe in my own home. When I asked what made him believe I'd make a pass because I asked for a pen, he answered because he's married and kept repeating himself. One coworker waited in the van while the one with dreads came upstairs and started a confrontation. I quickly signed the document on the iPad and shut the door! I didn't report the event to Makespace because I was concerned they might harm my belongings if I did. I recently discovered that you will be charged to pick up your OWN items in order to get your items out of storage. I've realized that Makespace Storage is overcharging customers DO NOT USE THIS STORAGE unless you WANT to FEEL uncomfortable in your own home and don't mind being overcharged!

Date of experience: December 23, 2021

Overview

MakeSpace has a rating of 1.6 stars from 75 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with MakeSpace most frequently mention customer service, storage company and damaged items. MakeSpace ranks 62nd among Self Storage sites.

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