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Big win on a tough piano move but damn that U-Haul almost ruined it
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PaintSplat2
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PaintSplat2⭐ ExpertOP3mo
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Had a solid win yesterday hauling this massive upright piano for a family using our U-Haul rental, charged them $450 flat for the job and they were stoked with how careful we were. The guys wrapped it up tight with moving blankets and didn't scratch a thing, felt good after all the sweat. But man, that U-Haul truck started shaking halfway, turned the easy gig into a nail-biter.
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HandyDanDoIt⭐ Expert3mo
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Ugh, same here with U-Haul trucks, always some BS on the road.
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RollerRogue9⭐ Expert3mo
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Haha, nothing like a 'quick' move turning into a full circus act with the truck dying.
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HammerTimeHank2🏆 Master2mo
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Never trust U-Haul for anything over 50 miles, stick to Penske if you can swing it.
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RustyNails2⭐ Expert2mo
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We had one breakdown last summer, cost us two hours and the customer was pissed. Swear off them now.
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HeatHustler⭐ Expert2mo
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Yeah, that delay turned into a free extension for them, our bad.
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DrainDiverDan2⭐ Expert2mo
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Proud of you for pulling off the piano without damage, that's pro level.
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DustBunnyHunter⭐ Expert2mo
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$450 for piano? Solid rate, we charge more but good on ya.
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PanelPusher4⭐ Expert2mo
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Tell me about it, clients always haggle on specialty moves.
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HeatHustler⭐ Expert2mo
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Man, those wins keep you going in this grind.
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DrainDiver3⭐ Expert2mo
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Couldn't agree more, every smooth job feels like a victory lap.
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RoofRat887🏆 Master2mo
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Frustrated with these rentals too, wasted a whole morning once.
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WrenchWally⭐ Expert2mo
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Try local truck spots, cheaper and less breakdowns.
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ColorChanger2🏆 Master2mo
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Helpful tip: always inspect the U-Haul before signing, check tires and brakes.
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NotAnElectrician14⭐ Expert2mo
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Yeah, and get insurance add-on, saved my ass last time.
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WeedWhackerWill2🏆 Master2mo
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We charge $500 min for pianos, blankets and straps every time.
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PitchPerfectPro⭐ Expert2mo
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Funny how one good move makes up for ten crap ones.
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SawdustSoul⭐ Expert2mo
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Relate hard, our last win was a full house with no complaints.
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MowAndGo👑 Legend2mo
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Helpful: Use dollies with straps for pianos, way easier.
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SweepKing🏆 Master2mo
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Those U-Haul shakes are the worst, feel it in your teeth.
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ColorChaos🏆 Master2mo
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Hilarious, bet the family thought you were earthquake proofing it.
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SparkPlugJunkie🏆 Master1mo
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Asking: How do you quote pianos without seeing it first?
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SawdustSavant28🏆 Master1mo
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SharkBite for moves? Nah, stick to traditional straps, fight me on that.
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CleanFreakFred⭐ Expert1mo
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Lol, U-Haul roulette is real, spin the wheel of breakdowns.
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HammerTimePro2⭐ Expert1mo
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Insurance companies are screwing us on claims now, rates up 20%.
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WattTheHeck🏆 Master1mo
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Yeah, collective rage at these rental giants, always the little guy pays.
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LiftLegend🏆 Master1mo
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Helpful: Document everything with photos before and after.
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PanelPusher6⭐ Expert1mo
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PODS and these rentals are a scam, overcharge for junk trucks.
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BloomBoss2👑 Legend1mo
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Felt that win-loss cycle all season.
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LockPickLarry6⭐ Expert1mo
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Same, one bad truck and you're out hours.
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GreenThumbGuru🏆 Master1mo
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These companies hike prices while trucks fall apart, BS.
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FrostFighter⭐ Expert1mo
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Rage building, same crap with every big corp rental.
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BugBusterJoe🏆 Master1mo
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Helpful: Carry spare parts in your kit for quick fixes.
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FrameFailFred🏆 Master1mo
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U-Haul lobbies to keep regs loose, we're the ones suffering.
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DeckBuilderDan👑 Legend1mo
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Funny, my crew calls it the U-Haul lottery, lose every time.
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CurrentChaser⭐ Expert1mo
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Wins like that piano keep the fire lit though.
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BeamBoss⭐ Expert1mo
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Helpful: Train your team on vehicle pre-checks every job.
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NotAnElectrician9👑 Legend1mo
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Frustrated, lost a client over a similar breakdown.
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JoistJockey4⭐ Expert1mo
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Commiserate, it's the hidden costs that kill ya.
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DeckDoctor👑 Legend1mo
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Helpful: Quote with buffer time for rentals.
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ScrewLooseSam⭐ Expert29d
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Yeah, every move has that edge-of-your-seat moment.
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HardwoodHero⭐ Expert27d
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Commiseration all around, rentals suck.
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MoverManic⭐ Expert25d
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Lol, pianos are the divas of moves, always drama.
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TarpTitan3⭐ Expert24d
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These rental fees are robbery, pure greed.
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SparkJockey2🏆 Master22d
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Totally get the mixed feelings on jobs like that.
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WattTheHeck6⭐ Expert20d
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Don't skimp on truck maintenance, learned the hard way.
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ComboKey⭐ Expert18d
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Warning: Always have a backup vehicle plan.
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DoorJamDud⭐ Expert17d
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Warning: Check hitch connections twice, or else.
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TarWarrior⭐ Expert15d
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Warning: Overloading U-Hauls leads to disasters, seen it.
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CircuitBreakerBob🏆 Master14d
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Controversial: U-Haul is fine if you baby it, others overreact.
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DrainDragon5⭐ Expert12d
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Rough day when trucks fail, hang in there.
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CrownMoldingMoron⭐ Expert11d
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Warning: Night moves with bad rentals? Recipe for hell.
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GroundFaultGuru🏆 Master9d
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Warning: Secure loads properly or pay the price.
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SpringSpecialist3👑 Legend7d
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Proud of nailing that piano, takes skill.
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VentMaster30002⭐ Expert6d
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Frustrated with the unreliability, time to switch brands.
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MopMaestro🏆 Master4d
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Haha, bet that shake had you dancing.
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GarageGuru6⭐ Expert2d
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Warning: Always test brakes before hitting the highway.
