Statement from Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. President and CEO Mike Bavuso

Today, one of our trucks was stopped for a routine vehicle inspection while delivering a military personnel shipment to the Hanscom Air Force Base. The security forces at the gate detected some materials on the exterior of a lift van that they felt required additional investigation causing a temporary closure of the Vanderberg Route 2A Gate and an evacuation of nearby facilities. Big Foot Moving & Storage employees and company personnel complied with all request of state, federal and military authorities managing the inspection and investigation. Our vehicle and personnel have been cleared and we are thankful that the incident has been resolved. We assure our customers that we take this matter very seriously. The safety of our crew, customers and their goods is of utmost importance to us. We thank all the authorities and military personnel for their thoroughness and their commitment to protecting our country every day.

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. Earns Esteemed 2014 Angie’s List Super Service Award

Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service.

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. has earned the service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of service provided to members of the local services marketplace and consumer review site in 2014. Since 2009, this is Big Foot’s 6th consecutive year of winning the award.

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. is a full service moving and storage company based in metro Boston, providing local and long distance services for residential, commercial, and government customers. President & CEO, Mike Bavuso, expressed his gratitude for this award, “We aim to provide exceptional customer service so it has been an honor to be recognized since 2009 with the Angie’s List Super Service Award because it is based on true feedback from the consumer. We understand the stress involved in moving and we do our best to build relationships with our clients”.

“Only about 5 percent of the moving and storage companies in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts have performed so consistently well enough to earn our Super Service Award,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “It’s a really high standard.”

Angie’s List Super Service Award 2014 winners have met strict eligibility requirements, which include an “A” rating in overall grade, recent grade, and review period grade; the company must be in good standing with Angie’s List, pass a background check and abide by Angie’s List operational guidelines.

Service company ratings are updated daily on Angie’s List. Companies are graded on an A through F scale in areas ranging from price to professionalism to punctuality.

About Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc.

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. is a full service moving and storage company based in metro Boston, providing local and long distance services for residential, commercial, and government customers. Since its inception in 2001, Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. has garnered many awards for exceptional service including American Moving & Storage Association’s Enterprise Award for Small Movers 2014, Angie’s List Super Service Award 2009 through 2014, Cambridge Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award 2009, and Arlington Chamber of Commerce People’s Choice Award 2010. The company maintains an A+ rating on the Better Business Bureau with tremendous feedback from its customers. Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. is fully licensed and insured as well as a GSA Contract Holder (# GS-33F-035AA) for Schedule 48. In addition to local and long distance moving, Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. offers packing and unpacking services, short and long term storage, box pick-up and delivery, employee relocations, move management, antique receivership, and kitchen cabinet distribution. For more information, please call 781-488-3090 or visit www.bigfootmoving.com

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. secured AMSA’s Enterprise Award for Small Movers

December 29, 2014 – Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. announces its achievement of the American Moving & Storage Association’s Enterprise Award for Small Movers 2014.

The company is recognized for exemplary work in consumer and community benefits, employee benefits, industry contributions through innovation, an enhanced industry image, overcoming challenges by altering operations and practices, developing an unique and successful approach to conducting business, and business practices that address social and economic issues.

New offerings and innovations contribute to the attainment of the Enterprise Award for Small Movers and overall company success. Big Foot Moving & Storage is a Penske Truck Agent so it may offer customers a greater array of services. Additionally Big Foot Moving & Storage secured a GSA schedule, which allows it to perform Federal office relocations and expand its scope as an independent mover.

Technology plays a key role in improving operational efficiency and accessibility for its customers. The sales team is equipped with iPads for all estimates so they may generate specific surveys during site walkthroughs. Also, customers may choose to pay their bills securely via credit card on Big Foot movers’ company issued smartphones.

The leadership at Big Foot Moving & Storage is committed to its people and realizes the importance of work-life balance. It offers a great benefits program including subsidized gym memberships, flexible schedules for students, and awards and recognitions. Big Foot is passionate about fostering a winning team; one that is loyal, respectful, and fun. As such, employees enjoy the passionate sports town of Boston with Celtics tickets throughout the season.

The organization’s environmental commitment includes a fleet of late model trucks using Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to reduce emissions. Reusable plastic crates are utilized on all office relocations to ensure a seamless transition for the business, as well as a reduction in waste for the environment. Big Foot offers customers gently used moving boxes if they are interested in a more environmentally responsible relocation. Big Foot Moving & Storage will return to the job site, free of charge, after its customers are unpacked to collect boxes for future use.

Big Foot Moving & Storage takes pride in its community and strives to give back whenever possible. It partners with the Arlington MA Food Pantry by donating time and equipment to transport 15,000 lbs of food on a monthly basis. Mike Bavuso, Big Foot President and CEO, and other team members fundraise for the not-for-profit Community Servings, an organization that prepares and delivers meals to individuals and families who are homebound with life threatening illnesses. On a continuous basis, Big Foot donates office supplies, furniture, and household goods to local schools, non-profit groups, and others in need in the area. Furthermore, it donates labor, trucking, and storage to local community groups such the Zonta Club, The Children’s Room, Arlington Youth Baseball & Softball Association, and Arthritis Foundation.

The American Moving & Storage Association (AMSA) is a nonprofit national association for the full-service, professional moving and storage industry. It has more than 4,000 member companies across the United States and internationally. Its mission is to represent the interest of its members while educating and helping customers understand the value of professional moving services.

Big Foot Moving & Storage will be honored during AMSA’s 96th Annual Education Conference & Expo in Orlando, Florida February 8 – 11, 2015. Big Foot’s president and CEO, Mike Bavuso, is humbled by this recognition. “It is incredibly exciting to be recognized by my peers across this industry not only for our excellent customer service but our new business strategies, positive and fun work environment for our people, and community involvement.”

About Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc.

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. is a full service moving and storage company based in metro Boston, providing local and long distance services for residential, commercial, and government customers. Since its inception in 2001, Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. has garnered many awards for exceptional service including American Moving & Storage Association’s Enterprise Award for Small Movers 2014, Angie’s List Super Service Award 2009 through 2014, Cambridge Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award 2009, and Arlington Chamber of Commerce People’s Choice Award 2010. The company maintains an A+ rating on the Better Business Bureau with tremendous feedback from its customers. Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. is fully licensed and insured as well as a GSA Contract Holder (# GS-33F-035AA) for Schedule 48. In addition to local and long distance moving, Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. offers packing and unpacking services, short and long term storage, box pick-up and delivery, employee relocations, move management, antique receivership, and kitchen cabinet distribution. For more information, please call 781-488-3090 or visit www.bigfootmoving.com

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. Earns Esteemed 2013 Angie’s List Super Service Award

Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service.

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. has again earned the service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of service provided to members of the consumer review service in 2013. Since 2009, this is Big Foot’s 5th consecutive year of winning the award.

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. is a full service moving and storage company based in metro Boston, providing local and long distance services for residential, commercial, and government customers. President & CEO, Mike Bavuso, expressed his gratitude for this award, “We aim to provide exceptional customer service so it has been an honor to be recognized since 2009 with the Angie’s List Super Service Award because it is based on true feedback from the consumer. We understand the stress involved in moving and we do our best to build relationships with our clients”.

“Only about 5 percent of the companies Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. competes with in New England area are able to earn our Super Service Award,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “It’s a mark of consistently great customer service.”

Angie’s List Super Service Award 2013 winners have met strict eligibility requirements, which include an “A” rating in overall grade, recent grade, and review period grade; the company must be in good standing with Angie’s List, have a fully complete profile, pass a background check and abide by Angie’s List operational guidelines.

Service company ratings are updated daily on Angie’s List. Companies are graded on an A through F scale in areas ranging from price to professionalism to punctuality. Members can find the 2013 Super Service Award logo next to company names in search results on AngiesList.com.

Donate Food with Big Foot Moving and Move For Hunger

Fact: More than 727,000 people in the state of Massachusetts are living on incomes that put them at risk of hunger each year. Thirty-six percent of those at risk are children. With times getting tighter these numbers are dramatically increasing. Thousands in our community need your help.

As you are aware, many people throw out a good deal of “stuff” when they move. Unfortunately a lot of this “stuff” is food that can be delivered to a family in need. That’s why Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. has teamed up with Move For Hunger to support the Arlington Food Pantry.

Please set aside any unwanted, non-perishable food items before your move and Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. will deliver the food to the Arlington Food Pantry.

Move For Hunger is a non-profit organization that works with the relocation industry to support the efforts of local food banks. Your donations will directly impact families living right here in Massachusetts. Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. is grateful for your business and truly thankful for your generosity.

Sincerely,
Mike Bavuso President/CEO

Click here to download a copy of this announcement in .pdf format.

Big Foot Helps Neighboring Children’s Room

Last week, Big Foot Moving & Storage donated moving and storage services to The Children’s Room (TCR) for their renovation project. The Children’s Room will be refurbishing the garage and cellar areas and utilize the space as the garden level. After the completed renovations, the Big Foot team will then relocate the TCR staff to new garden level offices. This move to the new space will create a much needed additional program and training space within the facility. The project will be completed by the end of the summer.

The Children’s Room is the largest independent, non-profit organization in Massachusetts dedicated to creating safe, supportive communities so that no child, teen or family has to grieve alone. Learn more about TCR, who they are, and how you can be a part of our unique community, please visit http://childrensroom.org/about. Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. is proud to offer assistance to The Children’s Room as they continue to help grieving children, teens, and families in our communities to go on living fully.

Pie It Forward 2011 is Community Services Top Pie-Selling Team

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. helps Team Pie It Forward Raises $25,645 for Community Servings “Pie In The Sky”

Thanks to the generous support of family, friends, colleagues, and clients, Team Pie It Forward sold 921 pies and raised $25,645 for the “Pie in the Sky” annual bake sale held by Community Servings. Mike Bavuso, President of Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc., sold 338 pies and raised $9,410.00 alone.

From late October to several days before Thanksgiving, “Pie In The Sky” raised a record-breaking total over $538,000 with 15,000 pies sold by hundreds of volunteers. Proud to be the #1 Pie-Selling Team for 2011, Pie It Forward members include: Mike Bavuso, Tamela Roche, Karen Coleman, Patrick Dwyer, Kathy Wentworth, Brian Jurgens, Margaret Kelley, Brooke Kavoogian, Joseph Aceto, Janet Picinich, and Walker Christie.

Team Pie It Forward joined hundreds of volunteers to box pies at Pie Central and Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. donated two days of moving services to deliver thousands of pies. The Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. crew made deliveries to pick-up locations in greater Boston. Some of our pie clients include ARIAD Pharmaceuticals Inc., Davidson Management, Cambridge Offset Printing, Meadhall, Leader Bank, The Appraisers Group, Advance Auto Center, Sirois Electric, Patriot Financial Group, Barkan Management at One First Condominiums, and Porcini’s.

Since 1990, Community Servings is a free, home-delivered meals program for the acutely ill, their families, and their caregivers throughout 200 square miles of Massachusetts battling 35 types of illnesses which include HIV/AIDS, Cancer, Lupus, MS and Diabetes. The founding goals of Community Servings are to help clients maintain health and dignity; to provide nutritionally and culturally appropriate meals; to preserve the integrity of their family… and send the message that someone cares.

Local Effort, Global Impact: Boston area resid

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. Sponsors Full Moon Margarita Madness

Margarita’s Restaurant in Waltham
Saturday, June 26
4:00 pm – 12:00 am

Every month at Margaritas Restaurant, on the night of the full moon, a really big party is thrown and crazy things happen. Throughout the evening the lounge is piled high with giveaways, contests, flavorful specials, and lots of fun and excitement. You could win anything and everything—t-shirts, gift certificates, ski passes, skydiving and rafting trips, snowboards, and more! You have to see it to believe it! Even better, 5% of the evening’s gross lounge sales are donated to a local charity. This quarter, Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. of Arlington, MA will sponsor this event with proceeds benefiting “Our Place” a day care program run by the Salvation Army of Cambridge and Kid’s F.e.a.s.t., a free after school drop in program run by the Salvation Army of Waltham. Help support this great cause by joining Big Foot Moving & Storage on June 26th for the next Full Moon Margarita Madness and see what all the excitement is about! Special appearance by the Dark Knight during Kid’s Moon Madness, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm.

About “Our Place”

“Our Place” Child Care Program for Homeless Children: “Our Place”, is a licensed child care provider, offering free child care for children age 3 months to 7 years, whose families are living in local homeless shelters (including both family shelters and shelters for families victimized by domestic violence). Child care services are furnished from 8:30 AM to 3:15 PM. Children in the child care program participate in structured activities, and receive free snacks and lunch. Children in need of medical care may be seen at an on-site health clinic.

About KID’S F.E.A.S.T.

Offered Monday – Thursday from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm. For children in Grades 1-8.
Kid’s F.E.A.S.T. is a free after-school drop-in program which seeks to address deficiencies in the support system of under-privileged children in a safe, structured, nurturing environment. It is a feeding program with numerous components: (Food, Education, Activities, Spiritual, Teaching), all of which strengthens their social skills. We offer different electives such as music, arts and age appropriate clubs. Attendance averages 50 children per day.

Making the Most of March Madness

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. donates services to Special Olympics’ BioBall

Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc., a full service moving and storage company based in metro Boston, recently took part in BioBall on March 27, 2010. BioBall is a basketball tournament involving 16 local biotech and pharmaceutical companies and 16 Special Olympics basketball teams. The participating companies organize basketballs teams that are paired with local Special Olympics teams to form an integrated team. The 16 combined teams are divided in to two divisions and compete in both individual and 5-5 competition. A championship game determines the winner of BioBall at the end of the day.

The event is sponsored by all providers that support the local biotech community. All of the proceeds benefit Special Olympics Massachusetts. Teams included Archemix, Alnylam, CombinatoRx, Infinity, Genzyme, Momenta, Novartis, PAREXEL, Sepracor, and others. Big Foot donated its services to assist in the set-up and break-down of this dynamic event. “Big Foot has been actively involved in previous Special Olympics events and wouldn’t miss a chance to support such a great cause on the courts,” commented Mike Bavuso, President & CEO of Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc.

Total Donations as of the end of March: $84,970 Since BioBall began 5 years ago, the event has raised over $310,000 for basketball programs and activities at Special Olympics Massachusetts!

Local Effort, Global Impact: Boston area residents and businesses organize donations for Haiti

When Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. learned of the humanitarian efforts taking place at a familiar apartment complex in Cambridge, it was inevitable that they get involved. Residents and staff of Third Square Apartments, Church Corner Apartments, and West End Apartments collected 1.5 tons of donations ranging from clothing, toiletries, school and medical supplies, and other necessities to be sent to Haiti with a local nonprofit organization, What’s Mine is Yours, (www.haitimineisyours.org). Big Foot Moving & Storage, Inc. donated many boxes and packing supplies to organize and ship the incredible amount of donations. Casimir Deronette, a Haiti native and the Concierge Service Manager at Third Square Apartments, spearheaded the effort and traveled with 14 other volunteers from What’s Mine is Yours to Haiti on February 25, 2010 to help restore communities devastated by the earthquake. “As a moving & storage company, we are constantly in and out of local apartment complexes and we are fortunate to build relationships with the staff. When we heard of Casimir’s plan, we definitely wanted to do whatever we could to help,” commented Big Foot operations manager, Nick Bavuso.