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Gentlemen:

Just a quick note to Thank you for your expertise in our move to Mexico. Everything went well and there was no damage. We really appreciate your help and professionalism. Many thanks.

Chris E. Milner, CID

Kitchen, Bath & Interior Design

Ajijic and Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco. Mexico

Dear Winston,

We have unpacked all of our 255 boxes and put everything away. I am not sure that I will find everything, but in time things will rise from????

Winston, thanks to you and your packing team, nothing was broken in transit.

I am “NOT” moving again. They will have to drug and gag me to go through this again.

You did make it very easy for us.

Thank you again,

Maura and David Butler

Darien, Georgia

Hello Winston,

We would like to express our appreciation for your part in ensuring the smooth transfer of our household goods from Durham, NC, USA to Chapala, Jalisco, Mex.

It was so helpful to be able to communicate with you in English at this early stage of our knowledge of Spanish. You were gracious in giving speedy replies to our many questions. Your web site is full of invaluable advice and links to other sites. One site included detailed driving instructions for the border to Chapala including toll fees. Everything went as planned. The trailer arrived and departed at the times arranged in Durham. We saw the seals being applied before the trailer left. There was no holdup at the Mexican border and the trailer arrived earlier than expected in Guadalajara and sooner than our arrival in Chapala.

You were able to keep the goods on the trailer until we arrived and we were there when the presumably new seals were broken to begin unloading. The crew that unloaded was most careful moving everything into the storage facility that we had to use since our house was not ready.

The whole process was very satisfactory and we heartily recommend the service you provide through Lake Chapala Moving to anyone needing a similar service.

Robert and Hyacinth Martlew

Chapala, Mexico

Hi Winston,

I had to write to tell you how impressed I am with the way your men in Mexico wrapped my things. I had many fragile pieces, not one thing was broken, not a chip, they came in perfect order. I was so pleased, especially since some of the pieces are not replaceable. Please compliment the men that work for you, they did a super job. and thank you so much,

Bobi Horn

Coral Springs, Florida

Hi Winston,

Everything arrived just fine, and just as you said it would. You do great work. Should you need or want a reference feel free to use us. We will come and visit you when we get back to Ajijic in December. Looks like the weather will improve a lot this weekend......21 C.

All the best......Linda and Frank

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Good morning Winston!

What a day yesterday! Those two men, especially the captain Geoff, were incredible! They worked practically non-stop for 12 hours, beginning at 7 AM! I couldn't believe how carefully they wrapped EVERY SINGLE thing in so much paper and tape! There will be a mountain of paper when everything gets unwrapped. He loaded up to the top of the 8 feet, as he originally thought we were going to go OVER the 14 ft, but it was just as you and the other man on my phone survey said about it filling @9 feet. It was amazing watching Geoff load the truck and it looked like a jig saw puzzle how he fit the pieces in.

They dismantled everything they could. Every piece of furniture and lamp that could come apart, they did. I do hope your men will assemble it all back for me. You are going to need a truck just for the paper, not counting the boxes.

I wanted to send you the pictures I took. Geoff also had me take a photo of the ceiling of the truck where it had been marked that there had been a leak that was fixed. He wanted me to email them also to Sarah. But it was dark by the time I took the photos inside the truck, and even though my camera flashed, they didn't come out! Actually I can see them perfectly when I look at them on my camera, but they are dark on my computer screen. I don't understand that. I will leave them in my camera in case you or someone else knows how to get them to come out visible. And I will show them to you in person on my camera when I see you. How's that?

Well, I am waiting this morning for the driver, and then my stuff is on the way!

I am officially letting you know the folks I dealt with here, in particular Sarah Hazard, her top man Geoff, and his helper Dan were just the best to work with! What a great team. Thank you again so much for making this possible for me Winston!

Have a great day!

Nina Dailey

Soap Lake Washington

Winston

Just a note to let you know my personal goods arrived yesterday in Kerrville, Texas. As you know, I live in an apartment complex, with very limited parking except for the residents. I had a local mover, Browning Transfer, accept the trailer at his facility, unloading from the trailer to his truck, and then to my place and unloading here.

The goods arrived in great shape. Nothing was missing, and nothing was damaged. Please extend my personal thanks to your crew for a job well done. Your packing was outstanding... I know since it was I who took the packing off!

Good luck to you, and if you want to use this letter or me as a reference, please feel free to do so.

Your amigo,

Joe Mumaw

Kerrville, TX

Hi Winston,

I can't believe that I have not emailed you sooner to tell you thanks for the excellent move(s).

Everything arrived safe and sound in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.

We should have had you hire people to unload our shipment in Hamilton as the movers we hired in Hamilton didn't show up. My daughter and her fiancé, and some of his workers, unloaded it themselves!!! Ah well, they're young.

Everything arrived in perfect shape. Not a scratch or dent on anything- not even a single glass or piece of pottery was damaged. The Asian art and antiques were wrapped as carefully as when they left Mexico.

My visit to the Toronto (Missasauga) import/export office was very strange. They had me sign the very same form that you gave me. Very weird. But it was all routine paperwork, no problems, just frustrating and confusing...again all of which was unnecessary, I believe as you already carefully did all the paper work. Just questions like...when did you leave Canada; Why were you in Mexico? When are you going back? Why are you back in Canada? All the while photocopying your passport and questioning you about your years in Indonesia! Very strange!

But mostly I just wanted to thank you for your professional, energetic and fun-loving attitude that you brought to our move. You made what is often a stressful event into a straight forward, efficient and enjoyable day.

I am hoping that we can work together again next Spring. I'll be in touch when I know which Asian country we are moving to. We should know by February 2008.

It will be a smaller shipment and it will be in June 2008. If we don't do a shipment to Asia we will most likely be doing another shipment back to Toronto.

I will be sure to tell Human Resources at ASFG to recommend Lake Chapala Moving for teachers moving to or from Guadalajara. I will also recommend you to other teachers that are leaving at the end of the school year.

It was wonderful to meet and work with you and your company.

Best wishes,

Lorna Parker

American School Foundation of Guadalajara

Good Morning Winston:

I just have to tell you how pleased I am with my move. Everything came through without one thing broken, dented, scratched, or harmed in any way... You made it all seem so easy and I thank you.

I have piles of packing material and boxes to pickup when you have the time.

Many thanks again,

Jan Feise

Chula Vista

Hi Winston,

Thank you and your crew for getting my "stuff" to me so promptly, and for the lovely gift certificate for a massage. I certainly will need it after this move.

Sleeping in my own bed last night was blissful. I'll have about a gazillion boxes for your guy in the next week - will he come only once or perhaps twice?

Have a good weekend. I'll talk to you soon.

Harriet Hagestad

Lago Encantado

Leon & Noble,

We want to thank you both for making our move so painless. For those of you who are moving to Lake Chapala, you probably have some reservations and maybe a little fear, however fear not, Leon and Noble will walk you through step by step and make sure you are comfortable with all the arrangements to have your possessions safely and quickly shipped to your new home. When we started checking out movers we found that by having Lake Chapala Moving ship our belongings we saved over $5,000.00 USD less than the other local quotes. If you need to ask more about their services contact:

bdeyarmond@yahoo.com

This is the company to go with.

Bruce Deyarmond & Linda Guth

Riberas Del Pilar

Hola Leon,

Maria has been here all morning and is taking a much needed break but will be back at 3:00. Should have everything unpacked by then. So far everything is unpacking OK except a very delicate crystal parfait glass, which surprises me that all the others made it OK. I was expecting more breakage. My friends who helped me pack did a very good job and your people did too. I am very pleased with the move. Just very sore and tired. Now to find places to put things. I am finding that there are things I should have brought and didn't and things I wish I had not brought... who is to know? I wasn't expecting to find so many things furnished with the house. By the way, you should encourage more people to move to San Juan Cosala. I am glad I am not in Ajijic, San Antonio Tlayacapan, or Chapala. Very peaceful and quiet here. Its like someone flips a switch at 10 pm... total silence.

I still want to take you two out to dinner at the new restaurant across the street from me, Noble said he didn't know it was there. It is new and the owners and family have "adopted me". Let me know when you can come, and remember they are closed on Thursdays.

Again, thank you and Noble for all you have helped me with. Could not have done it without you.

Kelly Grier

San Juan Cosala

Leon,

Thank you for the great service and for the e-card. Everything about the move was fantastic, from the explanation of the process, assistance with the paperwork, and the delivery. We received everything in excellent condition and your unloading crew was excellent. I would highly recommend Lake Chapala Moving to anyone shipping personal effects to Lakeside. Thanks again and we are excited about moving into the neighborhood.

Skip and Dona Johnson

Mirasol

Leon,

We are all unpacked and settled into our new home. Thanks for all your help and tips on making the move so easy. It couldn't have gone better. I checked out other local alternatives to moving our effects from Florida and your price was by far the best.

After having our furniture loaded and unloaded "five" times between Daytona Beach and Ajijic, one would expect some damaged glassware, etc. Nothing was broken except the glass in one small picture. Everything of value arrived in perfect condition! Your Ajijic crew was great and moved our things into the house without any damage to the walls or furnishings.

Our daughter arrives from Bahrain tomorrow. When she leaves we will call and set a time that is convenient for you to come up for nibbles and refreshments.

Jack & Ruth McDonald

Lomas De Ajijic

Dear Leon & Noble,

Just wanted to thank you for a job well done. Our move from Hollywood, Fl. to Mirasol went as smooth as could be. Not one item was chipped or broken as your people in Florida did a wonderful job of wrapping everything. It was a great move and we would heartily refer people to you without any doubt.

Regards,

Don Snell & Ron Cook

Mirasol

Leon and Noble:

We found the entire moving experience with you absolutely stress-free and much easier than we had thought. Our container arrived within two weeks and we were very satisfied with the condition of the goods and the crew who helped unload. You followed-up on every question/concern we had while in the packing process, for which we were very grateful.

Thanks again.

Rich Petersen & Ernie Howard

Riberas Del Pilar

Leon,

We have mentioned our pleasure with the services of Lake Chapala Moving to a number of people we have met at LCS. As you know many/many people have become interested in lakeside since the AARP article in January.

Most often the interested parties are from the southwest of the US, and pleased to hear that you have many hauls from that part of the country. For those of us moving from "remote" areas of the country, we suggest the haul to Laredo and then the repack to lakeside.

Yes, we recommend your company considering the only breakage we experienced was a coffee cup (which we packed) was bought in Mexico City 10 years ago. We think this can be replaced somewhere around here!

Norm and Jane Pifer

San Antonio Tlayacapan

Dear Leon:

We were extremely pleased with the service we received from Lake Chapala Moving. Everyone we worked with was extremely friendly and professional, and you took all the hassle out of our international move.

One really nice thing about working with Lake Chapala Moving was that our cost did not run one penny over what you quoted. I can tell you that we have dealt with movers in the U.S., and it’s always a safe bet that you will get hit with extra charges.

Finally, great care was taken with all our belongings. We didn’t find anything that was broken or damaged, and we were extremely happy about that.

We don’t plan to move again, but if we do, we will be calling you.

Thanks,

Norma and Glenn Crosby

Ajijic

Dear Leon,

We wanted to let you know that our moving experience, which could have been "horrendous" was much easier than we expected, thanks to you at Lake Chapala Moving. Your price was right, your advice simplified the entire process, and your help was outstanding! You did all of the work! Many thanks for your assistance, and we look forward to recommending you to all of our friends.

Lynne & Tommy Fryant

Rancho Del Oro

Leon and Noble are the most professional movers we have ever worked with. They kept in touch with us in the States regularly to make sure we were doing what we needed to do to make things go smoothly, which alleviated a lot of stress. That impressed us! Nothing was broken during the move and the price was never increased. These guys are the best! Don't consider any other moving company.

The Jacobs Family

Ajijic

Dear Leon and Noble:

I want to let you know that I was very pleased with your service. Your help throughout the moving process was outstanding. I was very apprehensive and nervous about moving to Mexico from Florida, but your help simplified everything. My shipment arrived in excellent condition, thanks to your tips on packing, and your unloading crew of eight men was top notch. Thanks for holding my hand all the way from start to finish.

Mary Johnson

Mirasol

Leon & Noble

Thank you so very much for the excellent service and accommodations offered by you and your company on our recent move from Florida. Your assistance in locating a mover in Florida who was willing to pack us and move us from the Florida Keys was vital.

Again, thank you for the excellent service.

Best regards,

The Butlers

La Floresta

Hi Leon,

We are now almost settled in our home in Ajijic, only a couple of boxes yet to empty. With the exception of a couple of stemmed glasses, the move was made with NO damage, NO scratches on furniture, and arrived in two and a half weeks, which in December is, I think, quite good.

Connie and I want to compliment you, and the rest of your team for a job very well done! I would be happy to recommend the services of Lake Chapala Moving to any party considering the move to, or from, the Lakeside area.

Again, Good Job!!

Best Regards,

Dick Cruse

Dear Leon & Noble:

Thanks so much for calling us after our shipment arrived. We really appreciate all the help you gave us during our recent move. We are all settled in, and some of the boxes are unpacked. As always, you did a superb job. We can’t say enough about what a great company you have developed. We have never had such pleasant moves as when we used you to move us both to and from Mexico.

We really miss all our friends in Ajijic, but we hope to get back for a visit soon. Thanks again for all your help.

Best regards

Glen & Norma Crosby

Ruston, LA