Feb 20, 2026
Organized and Efficient From Beginning to End
Our relocation from Naperville, IL to Sarasota, FL required a company that prioritized quality service. America 1st Moving delivered exactly that, with careful packing, respectful movers, and a smooth unloading process that made settling into our new home easy.
Jun 15, 2024
Helpful
The movers gave me helpful tips on how to pack fragile items, ensuring they were well-protected. Their advice on using padding and securing delicate pieces was invaluable, and not a single item was broken during the move.
Dec 14, 2025
***BEWARE SCAM ALERT***
***PURE NIGHTMARE*** If I could give a negative 0, I would! It has been 6 months, no resolution at all and NO furniture and out of over $10,000!!! NJ sales person told us that America 1st is a self-contained one stop shop and will deliver door-to-door for our international move to the Dominican Republic from North Carolina. NJ continued to reassure that their company would be great for the international move and that his guys would love to take a vacation to the DR and we had nothing to worry about. NJ proceeded to tell us that America 1st would also take care of customs, the fees and so forth once our belongings reach the port in the DR. We paid our deposit that was over $4400 pick-up date set for May 24, 2025, paid for so-called boxes for our tvs, a large mirror and a large picture. A U-Haul pulls up and only one guy to move our belongings name John. We had our belongings that were being shipped already boxed up and ready to go. John stated that we would need to pay an extra $1700 because of the cubic size of the container. First point of contact NJ did not say anything of that nature. We refused to pay the extra $1700. John contacted someone and that was the end of the conversation. Now, the boxes that we paid an extra $250 for the TV's, mirror and the picture; were just regular U-Haul moving boxes that were broken apart. Two other random guys pulled up hours later to assist John with the loading the U-Haul. We provided a cashier's check to John over $3000 once the U-Haul was loaded. I wouldn't think that on May 24, 2025 would be the last day that we would see our furniture. Next thing we know, we received an email from UShip Van Lines (also known as RADO Express), received the contract; had to make two more payments before our belongings could be scheduled for pick-up. Made the payment over $1300, and the last payment over $1900 once we receive our furniture. We're 6 months in, way beyond the delivery date of August 24, 2025. We have called America 1st numerous times over and over just to get the complete run around. We have spoken with Brian, Jessica, Eric, Matt; probably the entire company at this point. Today was the day, called back for a follow-up because Tuesday we were told that they reached out to UShip and waiting for an update. Each time that we have called, placed on hold; your shipment is in transit, your shipment is still in storage and you owe for 60 days of storage fees (we only had storage for 30 days and the fees were waived), your belongings are at the Miami port, now it's in transit, still waiting to assign a driver; the list and the plot continues with the same verbiage with no end! Today, called to get a follow-up and was speaking with Matt, all of a sudden Jason (Manager) took over the call. Where do I begin? First, I did not ask to speak with Jason. I was speaking with Matt. Jason thought that he would just bully me and that I was just going to be quiet and listen as if I was his child. That was not going to happen. Jason wanted to out talk me, and didn't care about our concerns. No one would tell us where our furniture is located, nor provide any resolution. We keep getting excuses, well we're the broker not the carrier. I expressed once again, that America 1st is the first direct point of contact. You took a large deposit just to leave us abandoned. Jason sent an email to UShip but at this point the way we have been mistreated; is pointless. We haven't received an apology or what can we do; just straight attitude from this company without any empathy or respect. We are very frustrated and disheartened that we have come to the conclusion that we may never see our belongings again. This company is nothing more than a SCAM and has taken our money and has provided a MAJOR DISSERVICE!!!! We have filed several federal disputes today after my conversation with Jason. We have already taken legal action with our financial institution for FRAUD, and I will be filing a dispute with our Attorney General in the morning. We shouldn't have to go to these in-depth measures to retrieve our furniture!!!
Mar 29, 2025
Moving Review
America First is a moving broker. They contract with local moving companies to do the actual move. The initial phone quote was $8500 (paperwork sent confirming price). Since this was my fourth quote it lined up with the other three quotes I rec'd. But, when the inventory list was done, the price went to $13,000. They did lower it to $11,587 (which was still extremely high). I had no time to change my moving company. The main person I communicated with was the driver. His command of the English language was poor. The packers could not speak or understand English. The following items were damaged or destroyed: 1) Molding on the hutch was damaged, 2) broken pictures / glass frames, 3) clothes were not hung in wardrobes, they were folded and stacked until there was no more room. Could not reach the bottom of the box and the box was too heavy for me to tip over so I could empty it. 4) wrapped candles in two sets of sheets and the red dye permanently stained and ruined the sheets, 5) salad crisper destroyed, 6) broke glass globe stand, 6) broke standing light stand, 7) sleep # mattress was not wrapped correctly so it does not operate correctly. Will cost me $290 just to have a representative to evaluate the damage. Finally, when I sent my letter, with pictures of all the damaged/broken items, they said they could compensate me $100. At that point, I knew there was no need to speak to them any further. DO NOT USE THSE PEOPLE. They are scammers!
Mar 26, 2026
Professional From Start to Finish
I moved from Omaha, NE to Dallas, TX and America First Moving made the process easy. The crew showed up prepared, handled everything carefully, and delivered within the expected timeframe.
Jul 31, 2025
Smooth 3-Bedroom Long-Distance Move to Charlotte
I recently moved from Tampa, Florida to Charlotte, North Carolina, and America First Moving made the entire process a breeze. They coordinated everything ahead of time, showed up with a full crew, and handled my 3-bedroom home like true pros. Nothing was damaged and they delivered right on schedule. I’d absolutely recommend them for any long-distance move.
Sep 30, 2025
Best Choice for Our Family Relocation
We moved our 3 bedroom home from Tampa, FL to Charlotte, NC. America First Moving made the transition stress free, handling furniture and fragile keepsakes with care. The movers were polite, efficient, and reliable.
Oct 28, 2025
A Fresh Start Across the Country
When my husband and I decided to move from Seattle, Washington to Tampa, Florida, it felt overwhelming at first. We had lived in the same house for fifteen years, and the idea of packing up everything was stressful. America First Moving made it so much easier than we ever expected. Their crew was polite, hardworking, and treated our furniture as if it was their own. They labeled every box, wrapped our fragile items carefully, and kept in touch with us throughout the drive. We arrived to find everything just as we left it.
Jan 24, 2026
Smooth Transition Across States
I moved my two bedroom apartment from Boulder, Colorado to Tampa, Florida for a new job. America First Moving handled packing, loading, and delivery with great care. Everything arrived intact and on schedule, making the process stress free. The crew was professional and courteous throughout the entire move.
Aug 20, 2025
Minneapolis Bound Move
America First Moving moved my 3-bedroom house from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Minneapolis, MN. They wrapped every piece of furniture carefully and even helped assemble my beds at the new home. Very professional team.