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About Smooth Move USA
Smooth Move USA was founded on the principles of hard work, superior customer service and an eagerness for community involvement. Smooth Move USA has humble beginnings and was founded in 2006 by JR March. With a wealth of moving knowledge and experience, JR broke from the large national chain of moving companies to start out on his own. After several years of hard work, and excellent customer service JR decided to try his hand in other ventures, and set off for greener pastures. At that time the company was sold to Jesse Lovan and Chris Shipp. Under new this new partnership Smooth Move USA was able to offer an even higher level of customer service.
The People behind Smooth Move USA
Jesse Lovan was born in Fountain Valley, California just a little over 100 miles south of Bakersfield, CA. Jesse’s family moved to Bakersfield, CA at the age of 4 years old where he attended and completed his childhood education. Jesse graduated in the top 5% of his class in 2002 from Liberty High School where he was involved in student government and many sports during that time. Jesse also received several academic scholarships during his time in high school. After high school Jesse attended Bakersfield College while working construction during his off time. Once college was finished, he went on to a career in sales and marketing. In 2010 Jesse Lovan and Chris Shipp devised a plan to go into business together. No stranger to hard work, Chris and Jesse set out on the journey to become a successful moving and storage business. Now almost 10 years later, Jesse operates one of the largest moving and storage businesses in the county. Jesse enjoys traveling with his wife and family when not working. Now as a pillar of the local community Jesse, Chris and Smooth Move try to give back to their local communities wherever possible.
Chris Shipp was born and raised in Bakersfield, California and is proud to call it home. He attended Rio Bravo Greeley from kindergarten through 8th grade and then went to Liberty High School where he played football. Chris and his team won the first section championship of school history. After finishing high school at Liberty, Chris continued his education and football at Bakersfield College. After graduation, he decided that it was best to help run his grandparents farm. That lasted about 4 years until they sold it and retired. Chris wasn’t exactly sure yet, which way he wanted to take his career path, so he decided to get into sales. He knew that sales would be a great foundation for his future in business. After a couple of years of sales, Jesse and Chris had the opportunity to start their own company. Both knew, they wanted to be in business for themselves for a long time and they now finally had the chance. It was humble beginnings of very long days with no free time, but as they were grinding through the dog days of summer, Chris and Jesse knew that if they kept putting their customers first and doing a great job it would finally pay off. Now they instill the same beliefs into their Smooth Move USA employees. Chris continues to follow his passion of football coaching at Garces High School for the last 10 years. Chris’ favorite hobbies are snowboarding, Mountain biking, anything outdoors, and helping out the community any way he can. Last but certainly not least Chris’ greatest joy of all is being a husband to his beautiful wife and father to two amazing girls.
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Our Mission at Smooth Move USA
Smooth Move USA hold its self to higher standards. We do this by employing only the best and most skilled movers and personnel. Most of all we make sure that they are trustworthy, hard working, and in good standing with the community. Secondly, we really do care about your move and you will see the difference from the very first point of contact. You will never be treated as just another job, no matter how big or how small. Most of all, we are honest and upfront in all aspects of your move from first consultation to your final bill. Never any hidden fees or surcharges. Smooth Move USA is licensed with the CA Public Utilities Commission, and you should always beware of rogue/unlicensed movers offering low ball pricing!
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Amazing team! They were professional and took care of my belongings which is the most important thing They know what they are doing and are efficient. We have used them in the past and they are consistently impressing us. This... read moreAmazing team! They were professional and took care of my belongings which is the most important thing They know what they are doing and are efficient. We have used them in the past and they are consistently impressing us. This is an out of state move and they did an incredible job at moving from our house here and will store our belongings for a month and then move them out of state. So I will be writing again to let you know how that goes, but I am confident all will go great. I can't say enough about the professionalism, hard work and attention to detail this company does to provide the best service in moving. From the estimate to move, they are honest and hard working. Don't trust anyone else. This is the company to go with! read less
Diane L.2/26/2021We had a wonderful experience! From start to end. Keith came and walked our home and gave us a estimate. Today 2 hard working young men moved us and did a fabulous job!! They got right to work. No playing... read moreWe had a wonderful experience! From start to end. Keith came and walked our home and gave us a estimate. Today 2 hard working young men moved us and did a fabulous job!! They got right to work. No playing around. We ended up using them one more hour and no issue at all. Fair prices considering how much they helped us!!
We will definitely use them again in the future. Thank you guys again! Keep up the great work! read lessJosiah L.1/16/2022Hands-down the best experience I’ve ever had with movers !! Very very nice guys ! Quick and efficient. They did everything with a smile. I cannot recommend this company any higher. On a scale from 1 to 10 - I... read moreHands-down the best experience I’ve ever had with movers !! Very very nice guys ! Quick and efficient. They did everything with a smile. I cannot recommend this company any higher. On a scale from 1 to 10 - I give them an 11 !! read less
david d.2/16/2022 -
We had the BEST experience moving my son from San Francisco CA to Liberty Hill TX. Though it was a small 1 bedroom apartment, they treated us professionally and were quick, accommodating, and very thorough. Watching them wrap... read moreWe had the BEST experience moving my son from San Francisco CA to Liberty Hill TX. Though it was a small 1 bedroom apartment, they treated us professionally and were quick, accommodating, and very thorough. Watching them wrap the furniture in moving blankets, was like watching a gift wrap specialist at Christmas! When Louis arrived in Texas, we received the same professional and quick move in. I wish we had used you when my husband and I move here to Texas. I would HIGHLY recommend Mentor's Moving for any cross country move! read less
Dawn B.5/13/2021Thanks to these guys, they did a great job, this is the only move that I did not receive SOME sort of damage! They were a few minutes late but they called and said so and everyone was friendly, they... read moreThanks to these guys, they did a great job, this is the only move that I did not receive SOME sort of damage! They were a few minutes late but they called and said so and everyone was friendly, they moved quickly and put things where we asked at the new location. As a local Realtor, I will definitely recommend them to my clients! Good job guys! read less
Tesa N.3/26/2021Always happy to lend a hand to all our moving needs. No job to small or too large for this team. Their ethos towards paying forward to foster youth jobs is certainly an additional plus with Mentors.
Frank W.9/28/2021What can I say about a moving company that you pay by the hour. Well, here we go. I had to reschedule 2times and was not charged extra for it. They showed up on time, and did everything I was... read moreWhat can I say about a moving company that you pay by the hour. Well, here we go. I had to reschedule 2times and was not charged extra for it. They showed up on time, and did everything I was told the would do. Rugs on the floors, rapped up all my furniture as promised. It ended up only taking them 3hrs. Remember they are paid by the hr, the guys worked non stop. My only issue was they put my water hoses in the dryer and my lint vent. It did make a mess in my dryer but..... Not 1 scratch on anything and not 1 ding in any of my walls, and in only 3hrs... I would 100% hire them again and if your reading this, just do it. It's worth saving your back.. read less
Jeremy E.12/01/2021 -
Mentors just moved us to Bakersfield from Sacramento area and we were very pleased with everyone on there team, I would definitely use them again !
Hal C.3/10/2021Michelle M.3/07/2022This company moved us from one town, in Kern County to another town, in the same county. They have two different names, "Smooth Move" and "Mentors" so keep that in mind when you look at their BBB rating, which... read moreThis company moved us from one town, in Kern County to another town, in the same county. They have two different names, "Smooth Move" and "Mentors" so keep that in mind when you look at their BBB rating, which is very good. They arrived on time, were fast, had a nice truck, and were careful about not breaking stuff (I think my husband broke my mother's heirloom antique dressers, but it wasn't them that did it.) They charged exactly what was quoted and were very careful about not going over the amount when there was a heatwave. I highly recommend them. read less
Catherine S.7/19/2021We had a fabulous experience! Everyone was nice, helpful and professional. Every time I called or received a call or email from Mentors it was professional and courteous. Braydon came to our home and estimated and Carlos... read moreWe had a fabulous experience! Everyone was nice, helpful and professional. Every time I called or received a call or email from Mentors it was professional and courteous. Braydon came to our home and estimated and Carlos drove all of our worldly possessions 2100 miles across country. There were no problems and the truck arrived on time and a crew showed up, also very nice from the local area, unloaded and it was done!! Amazing! Thanks so much guys!🙏 read less
Caleen G.12/08/2021 -
They are very professional and provided great service. They very respectful and clean. Most importantly, they were very fast! Would totally recommend. Came in on time, very transparent with fees ( no surprises).
Eric A.3/23/2021From Kieth to Daniel the guys did an excellent job. We have moved several times through the years, and this team was one of the best we have had. Arrived on time worked hard though the... read moreFrom Kieth to Daniel the guys did an excellent job. We have moved several times through the years, and this team was one of the best we have had. Arrived on time worked hard though the heat and lost nothing. Not a scratch on our stuff.... I would recommend these guys...thanks read less
Tom D.5/13/2022Smooth Move, now Mentors Moving is highly recommended! The men arrived on time and took great care with all our furniture. This is the second time we've used them and can't say enough good things about them. The booking... read moreSmooth Move, now Mentors Moving is highly recommended! The men arrived on time and took great care with all our furniture. This is the second time we've used them and can't say enough good things about them. The booking was easy and confirmed with a start time by phone, then a reminder email the night before. Highly professional and highly recommended. read less
Carol W.2/26/2021We scheduled our move on short notice but they were able to to book us. Their team worked hard and did overtime on a hot day to get us moved into our new house. They were polite, professional, and careful... read moreWe scheduled our move on short notice but they were able to to book us. Their team worked hard and did overtime on a hot day to get us moved into our new house. They were polite, professional, and careful with all of our things. read less
Steven A.7/26/2021