We’re sorry to hear that this experience was frustrating, and we appreciate the opportunity to clarify what occurred.
The original request submitted was for the transport of one item from one address to another, with a note indicating stairs at drop-off. After we proactively reached out to confirm details, an additional request was introduced: moving a heavy treadmill from one floor to another, which was not included in the original booking or item details.
We confirmed that this additional request was acceptable and the $15 charge for the stairs remained, corresponding specifically to one flight of stairs. No additional labor or equipment fees were added at that time.
When the independent contractors arrived, they assessed the treadmill on-site and determined that it could not be moved safely with the crew size and information provided. For safety and liability reasons, they declined to carry it upstairs.
Given that the stair-related portion of the work could not be completed, we offered a full refund of the $15 stair fee. We also explained that moving a large, heavy treadmill between floors requires a labor-only booking with accurate item weight, dimensions, and handling requirements, which had not been provided in the original request.
At no point was the customer charged again, nor were we unwilling to help. The proposed solution was either:
a refund for the uncompleted stair portion (which was offered), or
rebooking the job correctly with appropriate labor details so it could be completed safely and successfully.
We regret that this was perceived as dismissive, as that was not our intent. Our responsibility is to balance customer expectations with the safety of the independent contractors and accuracy of the job details provided.