Customer Reviews for Whimsical Emporium Barrie
(U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer)

2,348 reviews

484 Essa Rd   Barrie, ON L4N9E5

(705) 728-6170

Office Hours

  • Mon-Wed: 9 am–4 pm
  • Thur-Fri: 9 am–7 pm
  • Sat: 8:30 am–6 pm
  • Sun: 10 am–2 pm

Services at this Location:

Contact Us

(705) 728-6170

484 Essa Rd
Barrie, ON L4N9E5

Services at this Location:

Office Hours

  • Mon-Wed: 9 am–4 pm
  • Thur-Fri: 9 am–7 pm
  • Sat: 8:30 am–6 pm
  • Sun: 10 am–2 pm
  • 24 hour customer return

Testimonials From Recent Customers

Customer feedback is extremely important to us. We use these reviews to guide our efforts and improve our service. Everything that follows is direct from our customers, without any filtering or editing on our part.

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Rating:
5.0

Always courteous,, accommodating. and professional!

Terry S 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

COLLIN J 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

MICHAEL D 
Rating:
5.0

Trailer was covered in snow, but it was easily cleaned up. Trailer was good and customer service was excellent

ERIC J 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

ALLAN S 
Rating:
5.0

All good

ROBERT M 
Rating:
5.0

Best place in barrie amazing people

BRUNO B 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

DENIS B 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

TANYA M 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

ROBERT M 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

UMAIR N 
Rating:
5.0

Everything went smoothly we got our truck same day with no delay I would recommend to use U-Haul..

KEVIN D 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

RYOSUKE S 
Rating:
5.0

Honestly, everything was excellent with this UHaul location; a truly seamless experience.

Mitch A 
Rating:
5.0

Very pleasant and helpful staff.

STEPHAN P 
Rating:
3.0

The place was still closed at the 8:30 pick up time. Very cold out waiting outside for someone to arrive at 8:40. The trailer had a dangerous amount of snow and ice accumulation and there were no efforts made to remove it. This can be a hazard on the highway for fellow motorists.

THOMAS H 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

STEPHEN S 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

Mark M 
Rating:
4.0

Have more flexibility to be able to extend a rental instead of denying them due to the vehicle being booked out by another renter forcing me to go to Bristol rental to get a truck for longer than 3 days thanks for trying its your automatic booking system that needs massive improvements happens to me everytime I book with ANY Uhaul dealer

MICHAEL A 
Rating:
5.0

The location and staff where a pickup the equipment were friendly, professional and an excellent service. I will use them again in the future and recommend them to anyone who would need your services. Thank you

ANTONIO G 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

EDUARD S 
Rating:
3.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

GREGORY L 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

KIRK R 
Rating:
5.0

I reserved a trailer at 62 commerce park in barrie ontario. When I got to this location there were trailers but the uhaul office was gone. Other tenants told me they closed down over a month ago. This is not a good way to do business. Fortunately I was able to go to another location at Essa rd, and they had a trailer for me. The service at Essa rd was excellent, they got me on my way as soon as possible.

DENNIS D 
Rating:
5.0

They have customer service down to an art Really enjoyed dealing with them

RONALD B 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

EVAN P 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

LOC P 
Rating:
5.0

The best experience I’ve had renting any kind of equipment! Very friendly and helpful! My schedule moved around and they were able to make it work for me and also were able to find me another van I needed for another task, on another day! Thanks again!

JAMES G 
Rating:
5.0

The pickup location was over 100km away the free extra day was nice but very inconvenient

Nick C 
Rating:
5.0

Just do what you 😉 are doing well done 👏 thank you for the great satisfaction will see you again. 😊 thank you 😊 Monica Lockerbie 🙂 💖

MONICA L 
Rating:
5.0

I had no issues with the rental. Both pickup and drop-off were easy, and I confirmed that everything was good. The young man who assisted me was very efficient and checked the truck upon return. HAPPY CLIENT

LAURA F 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

LISA S 
Rating:
5.0

Have more trucks available. lol The experience with the uhaul was amazing well done no hassles and quick and easy . I will definitely be using your services in the future. 💯 % GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE THANK YOU SO MUCH 🙂 Monica Lockerbie 🙂 ❤️

Monica L 
Rating:
4.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

Alana Y 
Rating:
4.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

ADAM D 
Rating:
5.0

The 6 x 12 ft trailer should have a built in crank jack to lift it on to the vehicle. With the double axle it is very difficult to connect the trailer with one person.

James F 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

LEV N 
Rating:
5.0

Great service and great people to deal with.👍🏻

VINCENZO T 
Rating:
5.0

Came through on a last minute request, these guys are the best!!

COLLIN J 
Rating:
5.0

Amazing customer service.

COLLIN J 
Rating:
5.0

I was in need of a vehicle to transport a couch from my home to my granddaughter’s house. This location was the only one in Barrie that had one available. The staf was very helpful and friendly. They made me feel welcome and assisted me throughout the process.

ELDON M 
Rating:
5.0

This is the only U-Haul location in Barrie I would use.

BRYAN B 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

RONALD B 
Rating:
5.0

Courteous and professional service

Kempenfelt C 
Rating:
3.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

MARGARET C 
Rating:
5.0

Exceptional Customer Service Organized Fridndly Quick

ROGERIO D 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

COLLIN J 
Rating:
5.0

Nothing. Tammy was amazing. So friendly. Self check in helps. And ordering the truck on line was so easy. Would highly recommend whimsical emporium for all your U-Haul needs.

Helen M 
Rating:
4.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

Darren M 
Rating:
3.0

The Auto hauler was in poor condition. The ratcheting mechanism was very difficult to work. it was sticking and did not hold on the driver's side. I had to use my own ratcheting straps to hold the car on the trailer. When I returned the trailer and explained the problem, I felt belittled by the person when she "mansplained" how it works even though I've rented 3 times from the same site prior with no issues with the equipment and particularly with the ratcheting devices. Very disappointed.

MICHAEL L 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

Evan P 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

Ayham K 
Rating:
5.0

great customer services, always very accommodating.

CHELSEY N 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

Jeffrey B 
Rating:
5.0

Super friendly helpful staff. I have used them many times and the service has been second to none every time.

PHILIP C 
Rating:
5.0

Nothing. Service is excellent.

SERGE P 
Rating:
5.0

A first class location to deal with! Friendly, reliable and dedicated to giving customers a hassle-free experience!

TERRY S 
Rating:
4.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

KEVIN L 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

EVAN P 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

Harris M 
Rating:
5.0

I am grateful for your excellent service - thank you!!

ELIZABETH T 
Rating:
5.0

Efficient friendly service.

GARTH D 
Rating:
1.0

I was very disappointed to receive a call just five minutes before picking up our rental, informing us that our confirmed reservation had been altered. Specifically, we were told we would have to return the truck to the original pickup location, rather than the Toronto location approximately 90km away, as initially confirmed. This change resulted in additional costs: $35 for gas, $80 for extra mileage (0.89 x 90), and a $68 Uber ride home, adding an unexpected $183 to our total expenses.

Jeton D 
Rating:
5.0

Great service.

Serge p 
Rating:
1.0

The service was absolutely heartbreaking from the start. I called 4 days in advance and never got a response. I went there anyway after a long 4 hour drive and the gentleman said that I had to return to Barrie to get the 20’ van that I required. I got there only to find out that they didn’t have the van for me. I had to settle for a 15’ van. I had to leave furniture behind and I don’t know if I’ll ever get it back. The radio didn’t work and no one showed me anything about tow/ haul. Gas was empty when I got it so $180.00 to go one way seems excessive. The drop off is confusing at best and no one to speak to. I’ve used this company before and every time it’s a problem. I really don’t know how you stay in business because I’ll never use your company again. I’ll definitely be looking for a company that cares and delivers customer service

JOHN Y 
Rating:
5.0

This is nothing against the location . They are great there.. This is a comment toward u haul directly.....they allowed a 26' moving truck to be rented on it with a patch job on the roof that allowed rain to pour in and flood the upper shelf... So all of our personal( items we put up there got soaked. And hopefully not ruined)...this is unacceptable and I certainly hope I Haul compensates us accordingly and takes that truck off the road until a proper repair is done!

COLLEEN G 
Rating:
5.0

Used this location fairly often and they are consistently friendly, professional and thorough with everything. Would recommend this location.

Terry S 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

NATHAN P 
Rating:
5.0

Since we rented a very specific 12x6 tandem trailer we had to travel 45 minutes from our home. This is the 4th time in a year. It would be more convenient if we could have found one closer to home to rent.

Lesley W 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

MAUREEN M 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

Alexander L 
Rating:
5.0

Staff was very pleasant and professional.

WILLIAM B 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

DAVID C 
Rating:
5.0

Nothing

DARON A 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

MOHAMMED D 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

GARY W 
Rating:
3.0

The staff were exceptional! They were polite and helpful. I can't say enough good things about them. Thank you!

colin g 
Rating:
5.0

Very easy transaction. Will definitely use this location again.

CHRISTOPHER P 
Rating:
5.0

Great service, the 6x12 utility trailer with ramp was in excellent condition and was easy to pick up, use for the day to transport a mini-excavator and drop off at the end of the day. Highly recommend this location to anyone looking for great service and value!

CHARLES A 
Rating:
3.0

Not know reason charged cleaning fee $10 plus tax.

lai y 
Rating:
5.0

Customer service was friendly and efficient- will be the only uhaul location I use moving forward.

virgina m 
Rating:
4.0

All was good

ROBERT D 
Rating:
5.0

The only thing that would be awesome would be, so it's not a guessing game, full gas tank out, full gas tank upon return rule would be awesome.

Colin K 
Rating:
5.0

Great staff who work there.. Keep up the great work!

Wayne G 
Rating:
4.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

CHARLES P 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

Alexander L 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

ROSEMAREE T 
Rating:
5.0

After hours return method is stupid. I had already dropped the key in the box and it wouldn’t let me return on the app without taking a picture of the odometer and then I had to hold for 45 minutes with customer service to claim that I had returned the truck already. Not impressed.

CONNOR T 
Rating:
5.0

Stop having non staffed locations. Im not about to give my credit card info to some unknown person who sends me a link on tge phone vs going to a location where are friendly helpful staff such as the Essa location.

Raymond T 
Rating:
4.0

Great pickup and drop of experience. Only improvement I'd like to see are tongue jacks on the trailers. Lifting the tongue of a 6x12 eclosed trailer from the ground to my hitch was not easy for one person. Once loaded, It would be impossible to disconnect if I needed to.

RYAN N 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

NICOLA M 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

yuhang L 
Rating:
5.0

The transmission shifter was very difficult to use as it was loose and would not enter the proper gear without playing with it constantly. There were times where I tried for almost 5 minutes to get the correct gear and when I mentioned it to the location upon return they didn't seem surprised by this at all

Bruce W 
Rating:
5.0

App never let's me upload pics to confirm i have dropped off when you do self check in. Location great and will be using it again .

JODY B 
Rating:
5.0

We use this location very often and they are always very helpful and a pleasure to deal with!

CHELSEY N 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

ROBERT J 
Rating:
5.0

Thank you for helping us with all of our Business needs.

COLLIN J 
Rating:
4.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

christine R 
Rating:
5.0

Customer did not leave a comment.

YAN G 
Rating:
5.0

Excellent experience!

JAMISON F 
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