Review & Referral Request Scripts for Movers
Reviews and referrals win moving jobs because customers don’t know who to trust with their furniture, stairs, and tight schedules. If you ask the right way—right after the truck doors close and the walk-through is done—you’ll get more Google reviews, more neighbor referrals, and fewer “we’ll do it later” promises that never happen.
Google Review Request (Post-Job, Still at the Home)
Use this when the last piece is placed, the customer signs, and you’re about to load the last pads and dollies back on the truck.
“Hey [Name], thank you for trusting us with your move today. If you feel we handled your furniture and walls well and stayed on time, would you leave us a quick Google review? It helps a lot because most people book movers based on reviews. I can text you the link right now—what’s the best number for you? It takes about 30 seconds, and mentioning the crew by name really helps us.”
Tips for this scenario
- -Ask after the final walk-through when they’re relieved and can see the job is done (no scratches, no surprises).
- -Use their language: “no dings,” “on time,” “wrapped the dresser,” “protected the stairs,” “handled the piano carefully.”
- -Send the link immediately while you’re still on-site so it doesn’t get lost in moving-day chaos.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Pro Tips
- 1.Build the review ask into your end-of-move routine: final walk-through → payment/signature → “Did everything land where you want it?” → review link text.
- 2.Use moving-specific prompts so reviews sound real: on-time arrival window, wrapping/blankets, stair protection, truck packing, careful with door frames, stuck to estimate.
- 3.Create a “crew name” habit: “If you mention Mike/Jose/DeShawn in the review, it helps the guys a lot.” Customers love giving credit.
- 4.During peak season (Memorial Day–Labor Day, end of month), ask for referrals with urgency: “Our calendar fills fast—if you know someone moving, have them call now.”
- 5.If you miss calls while you’re carrying furniture, set up a 24/7 answering flow so referral leads don’t vanish. SkipCalls can pick up, capture move date/size, and text you the transcript so you can quote when you’re off the truck.
Frequently Asked Questions
When’s the best time to ask a moving customer for a Google review?
Right after the final walk-through, when everything is in the right room and they’ve confirmed there’s no damage. That’s the moment they feel the most relief and gratitude—and they can honestly say you were careful and on time.
Should you ask for a review after a long-distance move?
Yes, but ask after final delivery, not after pickup. Long-distance customers won’t feel “done” until the truck arrives and the last item is placed—then your review ask feels natural.
What should you tell customers to include in their review?
Ask for 2–3 specifics: on-time arrival, how well you wrapped/protected furniture, and whether you stuck to the estimate. If there were stairs, elevators, or tight door frames, those details make the review believable.
How do you respond to a negative review about damage?
Apologize, stay calm, and take it offline with a clear next step: ask for move date + invoice name, then offer the claims/repair process. Don’t debate in public about who packed what or how tight the stairwell was.
Is it okay to offer a discount or money for Google reviews?
Don’t pay for Google reviews. Instead, offer a small thank-you (like a $25 gift card) for a completed referral—after the referred move is finished.
How do you get more referrals from happy moving customers?
Ask at the end of the job and make it easy by giving them a forwardable text. Mention common referral situations: neighbors in the same building, coworkers relocating, or family needing packing help ($200–$800) or a piano/specialty move ($200–$800).
Stop losing moving jobs while you’re on the truck
Movers miss calls when you’re lifting, driving, or in a stairwell—and those callers book the next company that answers. SkipCalls answers 24/7, filters spam, captures move details (date, size, stairs, packing, specialty items), and sends you a transcript so you can lock in the booking fast for $19.99/month.
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