Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage Review

Positive Reviews

91%

across 241 reviews

moveBuddha Score

4.8/5

based on moveBuddha methodology

Years in Business

24

founded 2002

FMCSA Status

Active

Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage is a 4.8/5-rated Texas full-service mover, operating since 2002 (24 years in business). Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage earns 91% positive reviews across 241 verified customer reviews. The company holds active FMCSA registration and operates 9 trucks. All ratings reflect moveBuddha's independent analysis.

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Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage at a glance

  • Track record: 24 years in business with 91% positive customer reviews across 241 verified reviews.
  • Scale: 9 trucks operating across Texas
  • Industry experience: 5/5
  • Customer service: 5/5
  • Review quality: 5/5
  • Quote accuracy: 44/5

What this review covers

checkmark Professional and polite staff
checkmark Careful handling
checkmark Efficient service
checkmark Quick moving process
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Years active
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4.7
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4.8
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3.8
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Company stats

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage has been in business for 24 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.

Review quality 5.0

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 241 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.

Quote accuracy 4.0

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage, and Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"The movers called when on the way and arrived promptly. All three of them were quick and efficient and very careful with our things. All of our belongings were delivered in pristine shape. We would recommend them without reservation."

"This was the easiest move ever! The three movers I had are wonderful people. Treated everything with care and did the job insanely quick. This was the best value I found and with the best people! I would 100% recommend."

DOT number

2783472

Address

1800 W Howard Ln, Austin, TX, 78728

Payment methods

Cash • Credit Card • Money Order

State license

007074263C

What do customers say about Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage?

Across 241 verified customer reviews from multiple platforms, 91% are positive, 8% are negative, and 1% are neutral.

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What customers like most about Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage

  • Professional and polite staff: Customers say the Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage's crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.
  • Careful handling: Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage's attention to detail.
  • Efficient service: Many customers praise Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.
  • Quick moving process: The team at Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.
  • Good communication: Reviewers frequently mention clear, consistent updates from Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage throughout the moving process.

Most common complaints about Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage

  • Damage to items: Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
  • Higher-than-expected costs: Final bills were occasionally much higher than initial estimates, upsetting customers.
  • Delayed arrival or delivery: Several reviewers experienced frustrating delays either on moving day or with final delivery.

Positive Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage Reviews

Google

"The movers called when on the way and arrived promptly. All three of them were quick and efficient and very careful with our things. All of our belongings were delivered in pristine shape. We would recommend them without reservation."

Google

"This was the easiest move ever! The three movers I had are wonderful people. Treated everything with care and did the job insanely quick. This was the best value I found and with the best people! I would 100% recommend."

Google

"Scheduling was a breeze. No questions were left unanswered. Our move day was a rainy day. The crew did a wonderful job keeping everything dry. We will definitely use Firefighting's Finest again!"

Negative Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage Reviews

Google

"Worst moving experience ever! Took them 13 hours with 3 men. Broke things & scraped up new hard wood floors. Trying to get ahold of management was not easy. Do NOT recommend!"

Google

"They quoted 4 hours and it took over 6. Damaged walls and baseboards. Intentionally left a hinge off my refrigerator door without telling me. Broke the ice maker. No follow-up call at all. Wouldn't recommend."

Yelp

"Very simple move of ONE item. Had to pay for 3 hours of service to go 18 miles in Austin. Mover stated 'we didn't drop it or break anything'. I do not recommend them and would never use them again."

Neutral Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage Reviews

Google

"The first set of movers were wonderful. The second run had a leader that did not seem to care. All mattresses were out in one room they didn’t bring all of one bed left the vases at old house."

Google

"My first move with them was AWESOME. My recent move, not so much. Showed up at wrong house, took too long loading, caused two trips instead of one. Crew unloaded quickly by throwing items everywhere. Gave a small discount."

Google

"They arrived on time and handled things very well. My furniture was well wrapped and carefully moved. It all took longer than I expected and so cost more than I expected, but they did work hard and well."

Is Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage licensed & insured?

Yes. Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage holds active FMCSA registration under the legal name DFD MOVERS INC. They operate 9 trucks. All licensing data is verified against FMCSA records by moveBuddha.

Credential Status Verified
FMCSA registration Active 02/12/2026
Fleet size 9 power units 02/12/2026
FMCSA inspections 0 total inspections 02/12/2026

In-state movers operating in the Lone Star State are legally required to be licensed by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TXDMV), which issues 10-digit TXDMV numbers to commercial carriers. You can verify Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage's active status on the Texas licensed movers database.

Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage locations

Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage has 4 locations:

How moveBuddha rated Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage

Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage earns a 4.8/5 composite rating based on moveBuddha's editorial rating categories. Each category is rated independently by moveBuddha's research team and measures a different aspect of mover quality.

Rating category Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage What it measures
Industry experience 5/5 Years in operation, fleet size & locations
Review quality 5/5 Volume & sentiment of customer reviews
Customer service 5/5 Communication clarity & crew professionalism
Quote accuracy 4.04/5 Estimate vs. final invoice on sample moves
Google reviews 4/5 Google Business Profile rating & review volume
Yelp reviews 5/5 Yelp rating & review volume
BBB 5/5 The company's BBB letter grade (A–F) & complaint resolution history (translated to a corresponding numerical score)
Brand 5/5 Market presence & industry recognition

Our summary of Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage

Customers call Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage a step above the rest. Analysis of 241 pieces of customer feedback shows 91% positive responses, highlighting professional, polite staff, careful handling of items, efficient moves, speedy crews, and great communication. Many customers mention transparent pricing and how crews protect furniture and property. Most jobs are completed on time or faster than expected, often with friendly team members who calm the moving process. A handful of clients shared issues such as damaged items, higher costs than expected, or delays in arrival. Some pointed to inconsistency in staff experience or mishandling claims. These negatives form a much smaller portion of feedback compared to the industry average, making Firefighting's Finest one of the better-rated moving services in the region.

Ratings based on moveBuddha's research methodology, updated June 2026.

How much does Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage cost?

Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage does not publish standard hourly rates or flat-fee pricing publicly. Quote pricing depends on home size, distance, packing services, and time of year. To get an accurate estimate, request a quote directly or use moveBuddha's cost calculator below.

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How does Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage compare to other Austin movers?

Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage ranks alongside the top full-service movers in Austin on moveBuddha's editorial scoring. The table below compares ratings, positive review rates, and years in business across the top Austin movers.

Company Our rating Positive reviews BBB Quote
3 Men Movers
41 years in business
star star star star star
4.7
93% A+
NorthStar Moving Company
31 years in business
star star star star star
4.64
93% A+
star star star star star
4.62
80% A
Flex Moving & Storage
4 years in business
star star star star star
4.62
92% B
Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage
24 years in business
star star star star star
4.8
91% A+
Greater Austin Moving
24 years in business
star star star star star
4.62
95% A+
Black Tie Moving
12 years in business
star star star star star
4.58
92% A+
Unicorn Moving & Storage
30 years in business
star star star star star
4.58
86% A+
All My Sons Moving & Storage
26 years in business
star star star star star
4.5
59% A
Square Cow
18 years in business
star star star star star
4.56
88% A+

How Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage's ratings compare to other Austin movers

Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage's Yelp rating (3.8/5) is in line with the average across the 31 movers analyzed in Austin, which carry an average Yelp rating of 3.7/5.

Avg. Yelp Score Total # of Movers
Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage 3.8/5 --
Austin movers 3.7/5 31 movers
Texas movers 3.3/5 285 movers

Final verdict: Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage

Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage earns a 4.8/5 moveBuddha score with 91% positive customer reviews across 241 verified reviews. With 24 years in business and 9 trucks operating across Texas, Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage is a solid option to consider for Texas moves.

Best for:

  • Customers prioritizing strong communication, crew professionalism, and reliable service experience
  • Customers who value working with an established mover with long-standing industry experience

All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated June 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.

FAQs about Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage

Is Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage a legitimate, licensed mover?

Yes. Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage holds active FMCSA registration. The company operates 9 trucks. You can verify their licensing status on the Texas state regulator database.

How does Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage's review score compare to other Texas movers?

Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage earns 91% positive customer reviews across 241 verified customer reviews. Its composite moveBuddha score is 4.8/5.

What services does Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage offer?

Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage is a full-service mover operating in Texas. The company operates 9 trucks. Confirm specific services like packing, storage, and specialty item handling directly when requesting a quote.

Does Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage require a deposit?

Deposit requirements for Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage depend on the type and timing of your move. Most Texas full-service movers either require no deposit or a small holding deposit to secure your booking date. Confirm deposit terms directly when requesting your quote.

How long has Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage been in business?

Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage has been in business for 24 years, founded in 2002. The company holds active FMCSA registration.

How do I choose the right Austin moving company?

To pick the best Austin mover, start with companies that have mostly positive customer reviews, valid licenses, and proper insurance. Get detailed moving quotes from at least 3 companies to compare services, pricing, and availability. Look for transparent pricing, clear communication, and verified track records of successful moves.

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Ryan Carrigan
Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.