The Process Made Easy
Clients share how smooth and stress-free their moves felt with our team guiding the way.
“They gently but firmly instructed me by bringing me to realize that I had to get rid of an awful lot of things. I have moved many times in my adult life, almost always with my wife. But this time I was alone and moving after twenty-five years in one house. They taught me about what thrift shops will take and not take.”
Paul G., Client from Chapel Hill
“Thank you so much for all you did to keep us on track, making this move so much less stressful and overall quite manageable!”
Terri B., Client from Durham
"Everything worked like clock work. On time and well done. I can't imagine how we could have pulled off the move without you and the rest of the group. I want to thank you and your team for the excellent work you did. Mom does seem to be adjusting quite well and I attribute much of that to how seamlessly you got her moved, and on such short notice.”
Richard G. (Son of Joyce G.), Fearrington
“A major selling point to me was that The Downsizers helpers don’t leave until everything is put away and your sheets are on your bed. Sure enough, by 4:00pm on moving day the crew had accomplished these goals.”
Michael G., Client from Cary
A Team You Can Trust
Kindness, professionalism, and genuine care are at the heart of every move we manage.
“Ibby and Melinda were wonderful. They were both so kind and such hard workers. I can’t believe all they got done in a day. I so appreciate everything they did and I’m just so excited to finally see my shelves!!!”
Patsy B., Client from Cary
“You and your team are simply amazing. Your efforts have made one of the most difficult transitions our family has faced bearable. The caring attitude of you and all of your folks made the difference, aside from the incredibly impressive degree of planning and organization. And all of this happening on such short notice! The photos you sent are beautiful, and we can follow up on your detailed instructions. My entire family is so grateful to you and all the Downsizers for your hard work and professionalism throughout this project.”
Stuart C. (Son of Kay R.), Durham
“I have recommended The Downsizers to many individuals. The Downsizers makes the moving and settling process much easier and less stressful. I really appreciated having The Downsizers arrange my closets, unpack my kitchen and even set up the beds with clean sheets. Having Ibby Wooten arrange my furniture and hang my art was incredible! Thank you so much Downsizers.”
Nita G., Client from Chapel Hill
“The team did a great job. They were marvelous. PS. Had our first visitors this evening and they loved our home!!”
JoAnn M., Client from Durham
Organized from Start to Finish
From unpacking boxes to making beds, we leave every home ready to be lived in from day one.
“A major selling point to me was that The Downsizers helpers don’t leave until everything is put away and your sheets are on your bed. Sure enough, by 4:00pm on moving day the crew had accomplished these goals.”
Virginia G., Client from Chapel Hill
“Thank you! And please thank the entire team for their help. I really couldn’t have done it without them and it made such a difference to my mom. I’m sorry I wasn’t able to add anything more to the invoice for the movers or team right now. But please share that I am so grateful for their help.”
Erica, Daughter of Wendy R., Cary
“We could not have done it without them. Moving at any age is stressful. Life gets turned upside down. The Downsizers company, and folks who work there, understand all the issues one faces at this time of life. This compassion and understanding and procuring all the services takes much of the stress and fear you go through. It’s inconceivable to think how we would have done all of this without The Downsizers!”
Robin & Mary S., Clients from Pittsboro
“Your team is so organized and efficient. I couldn't have done this without you. I have told everyone at the Forest about you and will continue to share your information! Thank you for helping me."
Betty B., Moved to Forest at Duke
For Families and Loved Ones
Families trust us to support their loved ones through life’s biggest transitions.
“A monumental change in our lives and achievement was moving Mom and Dad from their beautiful home to their new apartment. We are so thankful they are now just a few traffic lights away from us and able to share in holidays and even impromptu events like small soccer victories, cookie decorating parties, birthday surprises and more. We are supremely grateful to you and your expert team for your care and kindness throughout the entire process. Thank you again, for all you did to make my parents move smooth. It was a beautiful parting with their most special home.”
Meade & Betsy C., Pittsboro → Ashburn, VA
“You and your team were incredible. You were a big part of making this process more tolerable for me. I can’t thank you enough for all you did and how kind you all have been. Alex’s transition to memory care has been very challenging so the extra help packing was such a relief. Thank you for your kindness and care that you provided to me.”
Shirley B., Client from Durham
“What a productive and awesome day! So much was accomplished. After work, I had the opportunity to meet Bradley, Regan, and Virginia. They are wonderful. You've helped my mom, Mary, start the process of feeling settled in her new home. We really appreciate your service! Looking forward to working with you again...”
Annie, Daughter of Mary G., NC → CT
Thank heavens for companies like The Downsizers that are helping me clean out my dad’s old study to enable me to make the space usable and my own. Everything went smoothly - and your team found some hidden treasures (pictures my brothers drew as kids) - stuck in the cabinets. Thank you so much for being here and helping me out. I highly recommend your company!!!”
Lois A., Chapel Hill
Professionals Who Partner with Us
Realtors, Senior Community Coordinators, and Estate Attorneys count on us to care for their clients with excellence.
“We and our residents use the services of move managers often at Galloway Ridge. The Downsizers are extremely professional and reliable. They do everything with excellence, ask the right questions, and have the connections to get the job done smoothly and quickly. They have taken care of some very tough situations with grace, patience, and perfection. I would trust them with any situation.”
Linda Shaw, Move-In Coordinator at Galloway Ridge
“Your team helped our client to both downsize and transition smoothly to their senior community. As Realtors, we knew they needed a lot of help with this process. Your team was the answer and the care you provided for the client was the icing on the cake!”
Laura Morgan, General Manager of Fitch Realty, Fearrington Village
“In just three days, your team did an entire clear out of our most recent client’s estate at The Forest at Duke. From liquidation of silver and coins, to consignment, to transportation of donated goods and shipments abroad to England and Australia, your team took care of everything we needed so we could focus on the legal work of processing the estate. Thank you!”
Maggie Davis, Estate Attorney in Chapel Hill
“Thanks to your team, we were able to make closing on time. We all realized that we wouldn’t have done it without you. Our client, Mr. Heaton, had such a positive move experience because of your help and was so incredibly grateful for your team’s help. I was also grateful as you all came in and saved the day!”
John Delgato, Realtor with Fonville Morisey
We Can Tackle Any Project
From storage units to cross-country moves, no project is too big or too complex for our team.
I wanted to personally reach out and thank you for doing such an amazing job with the downsizing of my mother's home to a condo. Your team went above and beyond expectations and did with such empathy, patience and understanding. This was an extremely challenging job due to my mother's state of mind as well as the amount of things to discard and I could not have asked for a better outcome. In addition to the challenge of the move, my siblings and I were not able to be there physically to help and were not equipped with the tools to make it happen. We literally could not have been able to do this without your entire team. Thank you for all of us."
Christy H., daughter of client in Chapel Hill
“I've been sitting in awe looking at our auction site. I'm amazed you guys were able to do so much in so little time. I miss none of that stuff. I can't believe I ever owned all that stuff! I'm so happy to be rid of the stuff!”
Verity D., Client from Pittsboro
“The Downsizers were highly recommended and it quickly became obvious just why they were. They came right in, surveyed the situation and formulated a plan to make 'it' happen. Their past experience enabled them to quickly evaluate what furniture would fit in the next apartment and which furniture needed to be auctioned, sold, donated, etc. The Downsizers have a very systematic approach which made the transition very smooth and understandable. They have an extensive network of movers, handymen, appraisers & charities who they can call upon to do what is necessary to keep the move on schedule. They did a terrific job and we will use them again when the next move happens.
Sisk Family, Apex
“When my dad passed unexpectedly, I faced the overwhelming task of moving my mom across the country while clearing out their house and multiple storage units packed with three generations of furniture and collectibles. The Downsizers came in, assessed the situation, explained their logistical process, and provided a clear timeline and budget estimate. Even though the project was massive—with a few surprises along the way—and I was managing everything from miles away, they handled every detail while keeping me informed of their progress and patiently answering all my questions. When my mom later passed, my family and I were much better prepared because of the valuable lessons we learned from working with The Downsizers. It's with deep gratitude that I highly recommend Elizabeth and her entire staff to anyone facing similar challenges.”