Q&A with White Glove President, Caleb Clements
Celebrating 22 years as trusted moving and storage providers, White Glove proudly calls the Treasure Coast home and cherishes its role as a community partner. Recently, we had a Q&A session with White Glove’s President, Caleb Clements, to discuss the industry and share insights on trends amidst our rapidly growing population.
Q: The secret is out that the Treasure Coast is a desirable place to live because of its overall safety, and “affordability with a coastline.” Are newcomers choosing new construction or pre-built homes? What is the split of those coming from another state versus elsewhere in Florida?
A: New construction is very attractive right now for those who do not want the maintenance older homes require. Homeowners’ insurance is also easier to get and at a greater savings for new construction. So, we are seeing a lot of our customers opt for the new resort type of communities found throughout our area and the state.
At White Glove Moving & Storage, we are proud of our new construction expertise and protocols, making the experience as seamless as possible for our customers. As an interstate agent with Bekins Vanlines, we help families relocate both into and out of Florida with ease, doing as much or as little as they need done. Yet, there are many folks coming to the Treasure Coast from south Florida who enjoy the slower speed our cities have to offer.
Wherever your move takes you, we provide free estimates and bound pricing. Our team was recently recognized as Bekins Van Lines’ Agent of the Year. With our exceptional crew, we take pride in offering competitive rates without hidden fees. As a Torch Award-winning company with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, we are committed to excellence. After all, as Benjamin Franklin wisely noted, “The bitterness of poor quality far outlasts the sweetness of a cheap price.”
Q: Homes priced right are selling as quick as 1-4 months. What happens if someone does not know where they are moving to yet?
A: The average new construction house can take 12-18 months to complete. Since day one, White Glove has been able to alleviate the stress of where prized possessions can be kept safe. Our unique warehouses, equipped with loading docks and top-notch security, provide climate and humidity-controlled storage for our customers complete with detailed inventory lists of their items ensuring everything we bring in comes out on move day.
Unlike the many self-serve storage facilities popping up all over, our full-service storage does not allow unsupervised access to anyone and requires an appointment to view the inventory. We are the best solution for those who want to take advantage of a stress-free storage solution where the only detail needed is your move out date. The best part is that this comes at an incredibly competitive price point.
Q: What about homeowners who wish to renovate?
Moving and storage solutions for renovations is a big part of our business. For contractors to do their jobs, be it new flooring or fresh paint, having household items out of the way makes the entire process faster and better. Our trained movers can simply shift items within one’s home or bring it all into our storage facility for as long as needed; no long term storage commitments required.
Q: Many say hiring a professional moving company is too expensive or have heard horror stories. Why choose White Glove?
Choosing the cheapest mover is the common denominator of the horror stories shared about unethical moving brokers who take deposits and never show or worse, hold items hostage until a higher fee is paid. Our team is two decades strong because we support local and do right by our customers and employees. Our relocation specialists spend the time to understand the customers’ needs, educate them on the moving process, and offer up tips to ensure the relocation goes as easy and stress free as possible. We do not spend money on billboards or pay to sponsor a professional sports team, rather we support local youth sports and charities headquartered here. We do not require deposits and stand by our pricing because every move requires an in-home or virtual survey. I am proud of my team and the good work we do. At White Glove, we aim to be your top choice for movers and deliver the best moving experience possible.
