Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. review 2026 (Pittsburgh, PA)
In business since 1925 · Updated
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co., a Pittsburgh, PA moving company, ranks #96 of 258 movers in Pennsylvania, with a moveBuddha rating of 3.98/5.
84% of Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.'s 186 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its organized packing, while the most common complaint involves lack of communication.
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. has been in business since 1925. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. measures up
Across 186 reviews, Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. in Pittsburgh, PA is rated 4.5/5 on Google (172 reviews) and 2.7/5 on Yelp (16 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. ranks #96 out of 258 movers in Pennsylvania with a moveBuddha Score of 3.98 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 3.98.
- Review quality
- 3.8
- Customer service
- 3.6
- Industry experience
- 3.6
- Brand
- 3.0
- Website
- 3.0
Google rating
Based on 172 reviews
Yelp rating
Based on 16 reviews
Better Business Bureau
Based on BBB profile
Is Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. moveBuddha Certified?
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. is not moveBuddha Certified. Certified movers are licensed carriers vetted by moveBuddha and spot-checked every quarter. They meet higher standards for insurance, pricing transparency, and customer care.
With a Certified mover, moveBuddha does the vetting for you and provides added protection. Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. hasn't gone through that certification process, so it's important to check licensing, insurance, estimates, and claims policies yourself before booking.
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- Up to $1,000 in added move coverage*. Extra protection for eligible moves.
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What do customers say about Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.?
Out of 186 verified reviews, 84% of customers left a positive review about Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. in Pittsburgh, PA. 15.6% of reviews are negative. Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. has a 5% lower positive review percentage than the average Pennsylvania moving company (84% vs the Pennsylvania state average of 89%).
- Positive84.4%(157)
- Negative15.6%(29)
Based on 186 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.
Organized packing
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. is often recognized for labeling boxes clearly and packing with structure and care.
Good communication
Reviewers frequently mention clear, consistent updates from Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. throughout the moving process.
Careful handling
Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.'s attention to detail.
Respectful of property
Customers appreciated how carefully Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.'s team maneuvered furniture through tight spaces without damaging walls or floors.
Efficient service
Many customers praise Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.
What positive reviewers say
“The team was professional, punctual, and extremely careful with our belongings. Patrick and team properly packed fragile and valuable items, and everything arrived in perfect condition.”
Ethan JonesVerified ReviewerGoogle“Dale was so easy to work with and an amazing communicator. He made our 800-mile move easy.”
Mallory ArnoldVerified ReviewerGoogle“The packers arrived on time and quickly packed everything. All items were packed sufficiently, and nothing was broken when they arrived.”
Vishrut DeshpandeVerified ReviewerGoogle“The crew was professional, efficient, and respectful of our property. They padded and wrapped everything, and nothing was damaged.”
John CVerified ReviewerGoogle
Most common complaints about Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.
Lack of communication
Poor or inconsistent updates from Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. left some customers feeling in the dark.
Misplaced or lost items
In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.
Damage to items
Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
What negative reviewers say
“They failed to notify us when they were ready to deliver. We had to rush several days ahead of schedule, costing hundreds of dollars, and nearly 50% of our furniture had damage.”
Chloe B.Verified ReviewerYelp“We were given a guaranteed delivery date, but our shipment remained in the original warehouse. They did not tell us it would miss the date and offered only $50 per delayed day.”
Jenna LudinVerified ReviewerGoogle“In unpacking, I noticed that all my glassware, cups, travel mugs, and other things were missing. The company did not return my calls about the missing items.”
cheryl n.Verified ReviewerYelp“I’ve been calling for a week, trying to get a date to have my furniture delivered. I couldn’t get an answer, and promised callbacks never came.”
JayVerified ReviewerGoogle
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.
3.98Pittsburgh, PASince 1925
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.
3.98
Pittsburgh, PA · Since 1925
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What services does Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. offer?
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. offers full-service moving, local moves, and long-distance moves. It also provides international moves, commercial moves, and packing.
Services offered
- Full-service moving
- Local & in-state moving
- Long-distance moving
- International moving
- Office & commercial moving
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Fragile-only packing
- Packing materials
- Custom crating
- Storage
- Piano moving
- Fine art
- Antiques
- Debris removal
- Shipment tracking
- Full valuation coverage
Is Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. licensed and insured?
Registered with the FMCSA
US DOT 076235. Operating status is not on this profile. Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 076235.
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- FMCSA safety rating
- Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.
How much does Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. cost?
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Pennsylvania, you can expect to pay approximately $137/hr. Total local-move costs from similar movers typically run $400–$750 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $850–$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700–$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home. Long-distance (500-1,000 mi) 2-3 bedroom moves from similar movers typically run $4,500–$7,500.
What similar movers typically bill for a local move
Full-service Pennsylvania moving companies similar to Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. typically bill the amounts below using a $137/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.
| Home size | Typical total | Time and crew |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $400–$750 | 3–5 hours, 2 movers |
| 2-3 bedrooms | $850–$1,750 | 5–8 hours, 2–3 movers |
| 4+ bedrooms | $1,700–$3,400 | 8–12 hours, 3–4 movers |
What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. offers interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Pennsylvania moving companies.
| Home size | Distance | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $4,500–$7,500 |
| 4+ bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $7,000–$11,500 |
What payment options and discounts does Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. offer?
- Accepts
- No credit cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. does not list any accepted payment methods on moveBuddha. Confirm how they take payment before moving day. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.
How Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. compares with the top 9 Pittsburgh movers
With a moveBuddha score of 3.98 out of 5, Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. trails the nine highest-scoring Pittsburgh moving companies, 0.08 points behind Bellhop Moving. At 186 reviews, Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. has fewer reviews than eight of the nine. Where Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. falls behind is customer service, with the lowest customer service score in the group.
The nine highest-scoring local movers near Pittsburgh, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Don Farr Moving & StorageWest Mifflin | 4.56 | 204 | 3.6 | 2.2 | A+ |
| 2 | Diversity Moving CompanyMonroeville | 4.50 | 413 | 4.9 | 4.6 | A+ |
| 3 | South Hills MoversBethel Park | 4.48 | 496 | 4.1 | 3.0 | A+ |
| 4 | Gardner MovingMcDonald | 4.44 | 168 | 4.7 | 4.6 | A+ |
| 5 | All My Sons Moving & StoragePittsburgh | 4.42 | 3,082 | 4.3 | 1.3 | A |
| 6 | Friendly Movers LLCGIBSONIA | 4.38 | 258 | 4.8 | 4.5 | A+ |
| 7 | TWO MEN AND A TRUCKPittsburgh | 4.36 | 871 | 4.8 | 3.4 | A+ |
| 8 | Miracle MoversPittsburgh | 4.30 | 187 | 4.3 | 1.8 | A |
| 9 | Bellhop MovingPittsburgh | 4.06 | 588 | 4.3 | 3.0 | — |
| 10 | Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.This mover · ranks #10 | 3.98 | 186 | 4.5 | 2.7 | A+ |
How does Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. compare to other Pennsylvania movers?
- moveBuddha score#96 of 258(better than average)
3.98vs 3.74 avg
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. scores 3.98, above the Pennsylvania average of 3.74, and ranks #96 of 258 Pennsylvania movers.
- Positive reviews#154 of 258(worse than average)
84%vs 89% avg
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. has 84% positive reviews, below the Pennsylvania average of 89%, and ranks #154 of 258 Pennsylvania movers.
- Negative reviews#159 of 258(worse than average)
16%vs 10% avg
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. has 16% negative reviews, above the Pennsylvania average of 10%, and ranks #159 of 258 Pennsylvania movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#80 of 258(worse than average)
186vs 293 avg
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. has 186 reviews analyzed, below the Pennsylvania average of 293, and ranks #80 of 258 Pennsylvania movers.
- Yelp rating#83 of 258(worse than average)
2.7vs 3.4 avg
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. has a Yelp rating of 2.7, below the Pennsylvania average of 3.4, and ranks #83 of 258 Pennsylvania movers.
- Years in business#10 of 258(better than average)
101 yearsvs 33 years avg
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. has been in business for 101 years, above the Pennsylvania average of 33 years, and ranks #10 of 258 Pennsylvania movers.
| Metric | This moverAllied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. | Pennsylvania avg | Pennsylvania rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#96 of 258 in Pennsylvania | 3.98 | 3.74 | #96 of 258 | +0.24(better than average) |
| Positive reviews#154 of 258 in Pennsylvania | 84% | 89% | #154 of 258 | −5 pts(worse than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#159 of 258 in Pennsylvania | 16% | 10% | #159 of 258 | +6 pts(worse than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#80 of 258 in Pennsylvania | 186 | 293 | #80 of 258 | −107(worse than average) |
| Yelp ratingBased on only 16 reviews#83 of 258 in Pennsylvania | 2.7 | 3.4 | #83 of 258 | −0.7(worse than average) |
| Years in business#10 of 258 in Pennsylvania | 101 years | 33 years | #10 of 258 | +68(better than average) |
Compared with 258 Pennsylvania movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Pennsylvania.
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.
3.98Pittsburgh, PASince 1925
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Save more than 30% on average
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Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.
3.98
Pittsburgh, PA · Since 1925
Final verdict: Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co. earns a 3.98/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #10 among Pittsburgh movers, with 84% positive feedback across 186 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its organized packing and good communication. It is best for customers prioritizing strong communication, careful handling of belongings, and reliable service experience.
With a track record dating to 1925, it has more history than the average Pennsylvania mover, and the most common complaint is lack of communication.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.
3.98
Pittsburgh, PA · Since 1925
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Contact Allied Van Lines - Allegheny Valley Transfer Co.
- Phone
- (412) 653-1200
- Website
- pghmover.com
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