Customer Reviews for U-Haul Moving & Storage of Columbia

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5.0

The customer service was great. Very friendly and helpful staff.

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5.0

Offer coffee and donuts

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5.0

Nothing you guys were great 👍

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5.0

the rrntal truck had a service engine soon light on. shane diagnosed as an emissions jssue. truck ran fine otherwise

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5.0

New "toy hauler" trailer is great So many useful features Thank you

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5.0

I recently had a tow hitch installed at U-Haul Columbia, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional! From start to finish, the team provided top-notch service, making the entire process seamless and stress-free. Shane, as always, was incredibly knowledgeable—he guided me in choosing the perfect tow hitch and took the time to explain every detail of the installation process. His expertise made me feel confident in my decision. Bernadette ensured everything stayed on track, keeping me informed ahead of time about a scheduling change. Her proactive communication was greatly appreciated. And then there’s Devin—a true standout! His patience, skill, and resourcefulness were remarkable. Removing the remnants of the prior hitch was no small task, but he handled it with precision and care before expertly installing the new one. The dedication he showed was truly the kind you’d expect only from someone working on their own vehicle. I couldn’t be happier with the service at U-Haul Columbia! If you need a tow hitch installed, this is the place to go. Highly recommended!

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5.0

Staff was terrific and helpful.

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5.0

We had a great experience!!

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5.0

app needs fixing was unable to submit pictures due to bugs

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5.0

N/A

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5.0

Shane and Bernadette were awesome people to work with at U-Haul. Professional and competent, and caring. It was a great experience.

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5.0

The staff was helpful with the move in process. The storage unit was very clean.

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4.0

Can't think of anything

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5.0

Overall this was pretty easy and painless. I would use this option again.

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5.0

I am a repeat customer many time over and will continue to do so with this location because of the superior friendly professional and easy way they do business. I always suggest this location when I am asked about truck or trailer rentals.

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3.0

The computer system was so slow to process anything. I was assigned a trailor originally that could have taken out my transmission thankful to owner that he noticed that and got me into the right trailor. The who process made me late for what I was doing.

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5.0

Fantastic installation! Highly recommend!

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5.0

I always have gotten great service from Columbia U-Haul !

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5.0

Excellent experience

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5.0

very good service

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5.0

This location continues to exceed expectations. Their level of professional and friendly service keeps me going back time and time again. I'll be back.

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1.0

Staff was extremely rude and unwelcoming.

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4.0

Telling a customer that they needed to fold moving blankets in order to avoid a $20 surcharge was extremely rude. Your customers come to rent vehicles and have been moving things for hours on end—the least you can do after a customer pays a large amount of money for use of a vehicle and equipment is to fold the moving blankets they used. The proprietors of this location care about the money—not about how they treat their customers. Why? Because they know there isn’t any other U-Haul locations in close proximity and so they treat their customers accordingly. $20 to fold blankets!?! Nothing short of ridiculous.

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5.0

When calling in a stressful last minute we were able to get a trailer to tow our truck quick & easy. The gal answering was polite and knew what was needed. Perfect experience.

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5.0

Very friendly staff

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5.0

i enjoyed the management team . The made the visit enjoyable. Great team I enjoyed the management team. They made the visit a pleasant experience. Good prices also.

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4.0

Smooth

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5.0

Thank you! Awesome customer service! The truck and trailer were ready when we got there and the return was very easy. Overall awesome experience and we would definitely recommend U-Haul to everyone!

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5.0

Staff was knowledgeable and freindly

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5.0

I have rented here several times, great service, professional people

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5.0

The Manager Shane is absolutely the best. Very attentive and always there. He has a great staff and I always felt welcome when on the property

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5.0

My experience was perfect. Good people there

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1.0

Shane was an absolute nightmare to deal with. Lied about my insurance status on my unit. Charged me twice in the same month and refused me access until I paid the charge he made up. Then made obscene/crude comments in front of my fiance. Very unprofessional. Every other member of staff were wonderful though.

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3.0

The truck they gave me had a few lights on dash.. which it cost me more money for gas… engine light on a truck, come on do better U-Haul

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5.0

Perfect

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5.0

Uhaul was what they do. It was great. Had someone waiting in the equipment drop off lane to unhook trailer and check it out. Didn't even have to get out of my vehicle. Gentleman was very friendly. Process was super easy.

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5.0

Everything seems fine.

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5.0

I have rented from this location several times. Staff is always warm and friendly. Recently, I made a reservation for a truck and somehow made a huge mistake wirh the date. Panicked, I hurried to the store and asked if they had a truck available for right then, the intended puck up time. I was able to get a truck and was soon on my way. Later when I returned the truck there was an issue with the fuel cost which was quickly resolved. I'm glad I chose to return to this location and will continue to use and recommend it in the future.

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1.0

The new check in procedure of making the renter use an app to do the truck walk around by themselves is poor service and a pad idea. There is not good enough cell service at this location for the webpage to load so the system doesn't even work. Beside that, putting the walk through all on the customer stretches the service relationship too thin. Actually going out to the truck with the customer and doing the walk through together and making sure everything is in order with them and that they have everything they need before leaving is the ground floor of hospitality, good service, and safety. Your customers don't work for you, they expect service from you.

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5.0

Excellent, friendly customer service, very easy transaction and all went perfectly smooth. Exceptionally clean vehicle as well, we were extremely satisfied with this Uhaul location.

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2.0

I am not familiar with the fuel gauge in those trucks. The paperwork stated the tank was "full". When I got in the truck I saw where the needle was, which was at the very end of the shaded area on the right side, but not on the far right line of where I thought a "full" tank needle would be if in fact it was full. So, because I was told it was "full" I figured then the needle would not move past the shaded area to the far right line. I was told I need to bring back the truck full like it left. So, at the end of my trip, I went to the gas station and filled the tank until it clicked off. Much to my dismay, they gauge needle went all the way to the right line. Which means that I put in MORE fuel than what was given to me. At almost $3.00/gal it's upsetting that I may have spent an extra $20 or more. I also rented 2 packages of furniture pads at $7 a piece that I ended up not using. So, with the gas and the unused furniture pads, I am about $35 out of pocket in addition to my rental. I told the people there at the facility and they didn't seem to care at all, and never offered to adjust my bill to make good on what I just outlined. Based on the lack of customer service I would not refer this location for rentals. I've rented at other facilities that were much more accommodating and worked with me as a customer when there had been some other issues in the past.

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5.0

Excellent experience from start to finish. Connecticut to Florida

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5.0

Shane and his staff are friendly and knowledgeable! Will continuously work with him at UHaul for my personal and my business needs.

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5.0

Perfect experience.

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5.0

I am a multi time repeat customer and will continue to be because I keep getting consistent top notch professional service at this location. I'll be back and will always refer this location to friends and family.

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5.0

Good equipment and good price on the Truck. Service was outstanding. Thank you

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5.0

Vehicle was the cleanest of any UHaul I've ever driven!

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5.0

A wonderful experience. All of the staff were friendly and helpful. The building and storage unit was exceptionally clean. I highly recommend this business. Thanks to all.

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5.0

Done in 3 minutes

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5.0

Great place to go

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5.0

Some maintenance is important to avoid those noise when turning. Good truck overall but review the inner and outer tie rod, some alignment. God bless you guys

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5.0

No changes. We were as happy with this recent rental as we were several months ago. Plan to come back and rent again as needed.

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5.0

Awesome customer service. Very organized and pleasant. Thank you.

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5.0

Personnel were extremely helpful and friendly. I was very nervous about driving the van but they made me feel very comfortable and it was a wonderful experience. Would rent again in a heartbeat.

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5.0

Used the spotless cargo van to transport cement mixer. Very efficient pickup and drop-off.

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5.0

The physical move in was convenient. Moving dollies were available. Everything was neat and clean. A large access garage door was available for ease of entry to the facility. I lock was supplied by the facility.

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5.0

This was our 1st storage experience. We were renting to store our college student's items over the Summer. The staff was super helpful on the phone (helping to navigate & secure the rental online); move in & move out! They were excellent!

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1.0

The General manager Shane Schmid, lacks any kind of professionalism, and is a con man and needs to go!! I will never refer anybody to this facility due to the way we were treated. The corporate office needs to be better selective on who's running there stores, seems to be many more poor reviews in regards to management at the Columbia CT UHaul.

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5.0

Staff very friendly and attentive. I've been using this facility for 5 years (summer time) and never had any issues

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4.0

Some rodent droppings but overall everything looks great.

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5.0

My only problem was the key card access didn't work well. Other than that it was great!

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5.0

Well done

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5.0

From the U-Haul app to the email confirmations to the excellent in-person customer service at UHaul of Columbia CT - all was easy, efficient, and well-organized. I would definitely recommend this UHaul for truck rental and storage and its convenient location close to UConn.

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4.0

Very friendly, helpful staff.

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5.0

Bernadette was especially helpful with the registration process as the app was not working properly and wouldn’t let me create a profile. I went back to the store and she did it for me on the store computer which was very helpful. She also did the tour and showed me the available units. I was very impressed with her hospitality and customer service.

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5.0

Prices were high but it was good.

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5.0

The team was awesome!

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5.0

When I first opened the door I was like this place is clean and it was alot nicer than I thought it would be. The staff was amazing and very helpful. I thought that I would have to get w units. But I only needed one. Thanks for all your help Shane and I think her name was Bernadette. If I have your name wrong im sorry.

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5.0

Very nice clean ,friendly employees

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3.0

The store manager was extremely rude and defensive. I would not recommend. I was charged for an extra day incorrectly and it took me a long time of arguing back-and-forth to get my money back and then they still wouldn’t give it back to me fully. Every time I’ve ever called he’s been very combative I don’t think he’s very professional at all

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3.0

I haven't moved my stuff in yet.

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5.0

The crew that work at the U-Haul storage facility in Columbia, CT were extremely helpful, kind and knowledgable about various donation centers in the area. My UCONN daughter stored her apartment belongings for several months and we rented a vehicle on both ends to transport the items.Thanks for your outstanding service!

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5.0

I would highly recommend this facility..staff are helpful and friendly the storage space is clean and well maintained and very affordable access is easy to get to… definitely use this facility again..5 stars..

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4.0

It was good experience. We appreciated the help given to us in securing and loading the unit.

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5.0

Shein was awesome!! Thank you

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5.0

Excellent service

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1.0

Shane was extremely combative and not helpful at all He made this experience awful and i will be leaving as soon as i can. His lack of customer service skills and general demeanor made this a terrible experience

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5.0

Shane and his staff were absolute professionals. Extremely helpful and knowledgeable. If you have any moving and storage needs don’t hesitate to contact them.

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5.0

Seamus and his staff were extremely helpful. We needed to find storage on short notice, the staff assisted us with both renting a truck and finding the best storage space for our needs. They are very professional and a pleasure to work with.

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5.0

Very friendly, clean bathroom, has overhead door at entrance area and carts in corridor, makes it super easy to bring stuff in/out. Prices are basically the same as other facilities that don't have those extras. Highly recommend!

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4.0

I don't know why the month of free storage that the truck pre-order said is gone? Also charged me for 2 months of storage, I am only using this warehouse for a week because my next truck is scheduled for July 31st and I will be moving my entire belongings!

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4.0

There could have been better lighting above the unit. Otherwise, no complaints!

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4.0

Couple computer to reality issues , nothing life changing , all worked out once the humans got involved

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5.0

excellent service

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5.0

Great service!!!

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5.0

Excellent very responsible

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5.0

Thank you Shane for all your help and being a pleasant face to us during a stressful situation.

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5.0

Shane was extraordinarily friendly and helpful!!

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5.0

Always helpful, friendly & courteous; would recommend this facility to anyone in need of storage. **********

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5.0

Shane was very helpful!!

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5.0

I believe it was the manager but older gentleman on staff was amazing courteous knowledgeable and completely took care of me as a customer not a skip in his beat. Was actually very impressed

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5.0

Staff are great! Friendly and helpful. Very professional. Thank you.

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5.0

The staff were very friendly and helpful,

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5.0

The general manager was awesome. He helped me through the entire process, cleanest location I’ve see.

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5.0

Service was great and the storage location was in the right location for me. Thanks you

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5.0

I have rented several trucks from this facility and a storage unit. I have always found the staff very professional and knowledgeable. They go above and beyond to be certain their customers have a positive experience.

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3.0

There was definitely a miscommunication when we spoke to a young man the month prior to us moving out about what can and can not be left in the “Green Room”. But other than that rating this storage place average.

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5.0

Very informative. Patient and answered all my questions. Went above and BEYOND to make sure I was comfortable any doubts I had were cleared.

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4.0

Mice in the unit a lot of them everyone was nice and helpful

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5.0

Keep up the good work

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5.0

Muy amables

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5.0

Staff was extremely helpful

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5.0

Great service

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5.0

24 hours access

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5.0

Bernadette was extremely helpful . She is a huge asset to your company. For a working person with 2 jobs, you should be able to access the facility 24/7.

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5.0

I will rent again from u-Hal

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5.0

really great service

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5.0

They were very kind and detailed from start to finish, I recommend them in all aspects

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5.0

The staff was helpful and courteous, good price and easy to work with.

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5.0

Thank yous all very much I appreciate what you all of yous there went way out of your way to help me out after I hurt my surgery shoulder tonight even though it's not in your renaming and it's not part of your contract with me I can't find the words to even express my appreciation to me that business is five stars and more to myself keep up all the fine work yous all do ones in need of help. In my words to yous all there your the best. Thank yous all again. From Mary A sterling

Rating:

5.0

Great Staff and very helpful.

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1.0

Guy that own the place or what ever screamed at me and my wife about something and the unit I rented had a huge hole in it and some critters got in

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5.0

This team was awesome from beginning to end! I was truly impressed with the customer service, facility and their flexibility. It's rare to find such a great group of individuals who all go out of their way for customer's to have a great experience and remain pleasant each time. Five stars isn't enough but they deserve every one!

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2.0

Kinda sucked there was no light inside my unit. Was extremely dark inside the unit. Payed 200 dollars a month and couldn’t get a light in the unit. Other then that everything was fine.

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5.0

Shane was great, it has been a very long time since I received such excellent service.

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2.0

Been waiting on a insurance claim and have yet to receive any information regular's information this matter

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3.0

Agent was nice and proficient. However process for all was a bit lengthy. Otherwise nice. Good business!!! I recommend

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5.0

Paperwork took a long time to complete. Very friendly staff clean trucks. I rented a lot to U-Hauls in my lifetime. This is one of the better places to rent them.

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5.0

I'm happy with all the services that I received from my local Uhaul. And would/will use Uhaul services in the near future when needed.

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5.0

Great staff and clean, dry storage.

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5.0

Will use again

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5.0

thank you

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3.0

Reserving the unit was quick and easy. The service I e person I worked with was very good and helpful, but I felt he was a bit condescending to me because I’m a woman.

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3.0

The staff was friendly enough, but it took forever(!) to get a storage unit due to the person not knowing their job. When closing out my unit early the woman just said I did not get any money refunded and could’ve easily explained they do not pro-rate, but I was left to wonder and had to research it myself.

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5.0

Lovely and well managed! My stuff was in a temperature controlled unit for a year and was fine. The staff was friendly and helpful. The bathroom facilities were extremely clean as well. This was at the Colombia CT UHaul.

Rating:

5.0

N/a

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4.0

Staff is a 10 star . Keep them... they treat your customers fantastic. I recommend you to everyone and will use as long as my daughter needs storage for college

Rating:

5.0

Excellent service, great staff.

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4.0

You should give out an instruction sheet about the storage units when making sales

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5.0

very friendly staff

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5.0

Bernadette was very helpful & patient on the phone & in person. The check in for truck & unit was smooth & efficient. All questions were answered & staff was most helpful & pleasant, not always so now a days.

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5.0

Had to take care of a few things and Shane went above and beyond

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5.0

Shane and his team are very down to earth and professional I would recommend that facility to everyone.

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4.0

Difficulty with storage on second floor with no elevator; otherwise fine. Staff were very helpful.

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5.0

The staff at this location went above and beyond in helping me on multiple occasions. I am truly grateful to have made acquaintances with one of the employees

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5.0

I love this U-Haul the staff is very helpful and very informative regarding your policies for your vehicles. The place is always clean, the restrooms are impeccable you don’t even see that in the best restaurant. Thank you for such a great service at the Columbia Connecticut U-Haul

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5.0

The staff were very accommodating and friendly.

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5.0

Everyone - especially Bernadette ( I believe that is her name) was patient and extremely helpful.

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5.0

Helpful assistant

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5.0

Shane was very helpful as well as professionall the woman who was at the front desk was pleasant as well. I believe I had held my storage at that location since 2009.

Rating:

4.0

The only thing is, it said first month free but I didn’t get first month free.

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3.0

My items were in good shape and in safe condition at this UHaul however I received poor customer service. I was unfairly penalized for an error that was not my fault and was not provided a refund. I would like for UHaul to be better about communicating the information for setting up a storage unit and to double-check that the information they have entered is correct. This error on the part of UHaul cost me almost $100. I am not a satisfied customer.

Rating:

5.0

Staff was very friendly and fast thank u

Rating:

5.0

I had to move unexpectedly and quickly. I learned of the storage availability when I picked up the U-Haul truck the night before. It was very convenient, as I didn't have to worry about finding somewhere else to store my belongings. I entered the store on a busy Saturday morning. Shane was very patient and accommodating, and was able to sense that i was in a difficult and sensitive situation. I was there to unload a 20' truck by myself. (My 14 yo son came later to help move things to the 2 storage units i rented). Shane offered water and checked on me periodically, and even helped to move some heavy items. He suggested locks for the units and plastic covers for the mattresses. In a whiwind day that was difficult, the kindness and compassion he showed made a situation that could have been traumatic not nearly as bad.

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4.0

Thanks, Great staff, on a very hot day, when I was moving stuff into my unit, they brought me some cold water.

Rating:

5.0

The staff at this location were kind and helpful. During a very stressful time of life (moving), they make you feel so well taken care of and supported. They are fantastic at advising and willing to go above and beyond. Absolutely loved my time working with them, and the facilities are immaculate.

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5.0

I have been doing business with that location for over ten years. They always tried to be helpful and honest.

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5.0

It was great that U-Haul was able to reach out to the College students and offer the them a unit. It was very helpful and appreciated Thank you

Rating:

5.0

The staff were always very helpful.

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5.0

The customer rep was very helpful an kind.knew about the business and very polite.he was a blessing to me and your business..also went out of his way to make sure I had everything I needed.

Rating:

5.0

William went out of his way to provide me with the information I needed and walked me through the entire process of reserving a truck 1 way from out of State and with selecting the right size storage.

Rating:

5.0

Very knowledgeable.

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5.0

Staff were super helpful and friendly. Would definitely go there again!

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1.0

Major computer issues Charged an entire month for a few days Telephone service was confusing Poor communication between offices Could not get directions to facility. Was given wrong information.

Rating:

5.0

We use U-haul all of the time because of the great service from your representatives.

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5.0

The employees I dealt with where amazing!!! Jon Slota was such a help !!!

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5.0

the employees are very nice and professional. they work hard to provide excellent service.

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4.0

I was satisfied with help.

Rating:

4.0

The doors and locking mechanisms worked well. The rest room facilities were a huge plus. Ground floor unit 1905 had occasional moisture at floor in rear, likely from rain or snow melt in parking lot.

Rating:

5.0

Everyone was very helpful, pleasant and informative.

Rating:

5.0

great

Rating:

5.0

It was a pleasure doing business with them

Rating:

2.0

Its really hard to answer the above questions. The storage was ok. No elevator bugs got into my daughters belongings. Understaffed computer system is always down. Staff could care less.