Country Roads Moving, based in Fairmont, is the “sweet spot” between a large, impersonal moving company and a hastily assembled team of friends who accept pizza as a form of payment.
Jacob and Paige Gardner launched Country Roads Moving in 2017. Initially, it was a side business that filled their evenings and weekends, but they saw the potential for expansion and eventually took the leap to become full-time entrepreneurs. The business has grown to include a brick-and-mortar location on Morgantown Avenue in Fairmont, a fleet of four box trucks and 11 hard-working employees that Jacob Gardner describes as the “lifeblood” of the company.
Fully licensed and insured, Country Roads offers moving services throughout the north-central West Virginia region. It is equipped to facilitate moving projects of all sizes, from a single piano to a large household. Moving packages are listed on the website (https://crmovingwv.com/services/) and range from $100-$300 per hour.
Gardner cites communication as one of the most essential ways his company makes moves go smoothly for his customers. He handles the initial phone calls with prospective clients to gather information about the project and discuss services. “We guide clients on what to do before the moving crew shows up. We’re specific about what we’re going to do and how we’re going to do it. We deliver on expectations.”
Country Roads has a 4.9 out of 5 rating on Google, based on almost 300 reviews. In 2022, Country Roads completed 548 moving projects and is now trucking towards meeting the goal of 600 for 2023. “We’re ready to serve this community,” said Mr. Gardner. “It’s very important to us to be consistent, safe and affordable.
EVA MURPHY is a freelance business writer for The Dominion Post. She writes a column on businesses, churches and other entities in the city.
