
Gentle Giant Moving Company
Gentle Giant Moving Company
Gentle Giant Moving Company is a Philadelphia moving company based in Grays Ferry, serving the city and surrounding suburbs, including Rittenhouse Square, Manayunk, University City and Lower Merion. Founded in 1980, it recruits many movers from local rowing programs.
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Business Highlights
- The company describes itself as fully licensed and insured.
- Its Philadelphia crew guarantee offers a remedy or money back if a customer is not completely satisfied with any crew member.
Service Area
Philadelphia, Rittenhouse Square, Washington Square, Manayunk, Germantown, University City, Chestnut Hill and Lower Merion.
Active Business Listing
Gentle Giant Moving Company is one of 12 movers ProsGrade lists in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
8 services listed, including Local moving, Long-distance moving and Packing services. Open Monday to Saturday. 378 reviews.
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How This Business Compares
How Gentle Giant Moving Company compares with the other 11 movers on ProsGrade in Philadelphia, using public Google ratings and review counts.
- Ranks in the top half of the 12 Philadelphia movers on ProsGrade by Google rating and review volume.
Services Covered
8 services- Local movingApartments, condos and homes; same-building moves.
- Long-distance movingMoves to the lower 48 states; company employees handle items from start to finish.
- StorageSecure, climate-controlled options.
- Packing servicesFull or partial packing, unpacking and free moving-box delivery.
- Commercial movingOffice moves.
- Small movesSingle items and smaller moves across town.
- Piano movingPiano-only moves.
- Fine art servicesSpecialty handling for fine art.
Reviews
What customers say
Customers praise the crews’ professionalism and efficiency, and several mention responsive communication. One customer received an estimate within two days; another says the team finished in two hours within a four-hour timeframe and filled the POD. A long-distance customer also reports that billing questions were handled promptly and the Quality Control team offered a resolution for minor damage.
Customer Reviews
Karin Sorkin
Patty Redenbaugh
Christopher Scholding
carly marshiano
Kerridan Crowe
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Gentle Giant calculate moving costs?
Costs depend on move size, distance and services; local moves are typically priced hourly, while long-distance moves are based on inventory and mileage. Its estimates are upfront and include no hidden fees.
How far ahead does Gentle Giant recommend booking?
It recommends booking at least two to four weeks ahead, especially in summer and around month-end. Last-minute moves may be accommodated when availability allows.
Can Philadelphia storage include an itemized photo inventory?
Electronic inventory options can include itemized photographs of stored belongings.










