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Margaret's Movers and Storage review 2026 (Louisville, KY)

In business since 2005 · Updated

Margaret's Movers and Storage is a Louisville, KY mover ranked #9 of 12 Louisville movers and #15 of 75 in Kentucky with a 4.30/5 rating.

20% of Margaret's Movers and Storage's 35 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its quick moving process, while the most common complaint involves damage to items.

Margaret's Movers and Storage has been in business since 2005. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.

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How Margaret's Movers and Storage measures up

Across 35 reviews, Margaret's Movers and Storage in Louisville, KY is rated 4/5 on Google (284 reviews) and 1.9/5 on Yelp (38 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Margaret's Movers and Storage ranks #15 out of 75 movers in Kentucky with a moveBuddha Score of 4.30 out of 5.

  • moveBuddha Score

    moveBuddha Score

    The moveBuddha Score is a single 0–5 rating that combines everything we know about a mover, so you can compare companies without cross-referencing a dozen review sites.

    It weighs customer service, quote accuracy, review quality, industry experience, website quality, brand strength, and ratings from Google, Yelp, and the Better Business Bureau.

    It is not a paid placement. Partners and non-partners are scored the same way.

  • Google rating

    Based on 284 reviews
  • Yelp rating

    Why does the Yelp score look different?

    Margaret's Movers and Storage has a 1.9 rating on Yelp across 38 reviews, noticeably lower than its 4 on Google (284 reviews).

    Yelp volume is low, so a small number of negative reviews has an outsized effect.

    We weight the much larger Google sample more heavily, but flag the Yelp score transparently so you can judge for yourself.

    If you’re comparing movers, get a free Margaret's Movers and Storage quote and see how their price and responsiveness feel in practice.

    Based on 38 reviews
  • Better Business Bureau

    Other names on file at BBB

    The Better Business Bureau also lists Margaret's Movers and Storage as Margaret's Movers, Inc. and Margaret's Moving and Storage.

    Businesses are often filed at BBB under a legal, parent-company, or former name rather than the one they trade under, so if you look Margaret's Movers and Storage up on BBB, search for these names too.

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    Based on BBB profile
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Is Margaret's Movers and Storage moveBuddha Certified?

Margaret's Movers and Storage is not moveBuddha Certified. Certified movers are licensed carriers vetted by moveBuddha and spot-checked every quarter. They meet higher standards for insurance, pricing transparency, and customer care.

With a Certified mover, moveBuddha does the vetting for you and provides added protection. Margaret's Movers and Storage hasn't gone through that certification process, so it's important to check licensing, insurance, estimates, and claims policies yourself before booking.

What movebuddha certified movers offer

  • Up to $1,000 in added move coverage*. Extra protection for eligible moves.
  • Vetted for licensing and insurance**. We verify state-required insurance for local movers and liability and cargo coverage for interstate movers.
  • Dedicated moveBuddha support. Help through the move process.
  • Dispute mediation. moveBuddha steps in if issues arise.

Before you book, check:

  • USDOT and MC numbers. Look up the license and complaint history on FMCSA's site.
  • Insurance coverage. Ask for proof of liability and cargo insurance.
  • A written estimate. Binding or not-to-exceed, with every fee listed.
  • The claims process. Ask how damage claims are filed and how long they take.

* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind. About moveBuddha Certified

** Local movers must hold insurance that meets state requirements for local moves. Interstate movers must carry auto liability of at least $750,000, general liability of at least $1M, and motor truck cargo coverage at or above $5,000 per vehicle and $10,000 per occurrence.

What do customers say about Margaret's Movers and Storage?

Out of 35 verified reviews, 20% of customers left a positive review about Margaret's Movers and Storage in Louisville, KY. 80% of reviews are negative. Margaret's Movers and Storage has a 72% lower positive review percentage than the average Kentucky moving company (20% vs the Kentucky state average of 92%).

  • Positive20%(7)
  • Negative80%(28)

Based on 35 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.

What customers like about Margaret's Movers and Storage

  • Quick moving process

    The team at Margaret's Movers and Storage often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.

  • Friendly and approachable staff

    Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Margaret's Movers and Storage.

  • Professional and polite staff

    Customers say the Margaret's Movers and Storage's crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.

  • Efficient service

    Many customers praise Margaret's Movers and Storage for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.

  • Helpful movers

    Movers were more than just muscleโ€”they offered guidance and went above and beyond to assist customers.

What positive reviewers say

  • “Other than that the move was quick, organized and smooth.”

    YelpVerified Reviewer
  • “This is the 2nd time over the last few years that I have used Margaret's...I couldn't be more pleased. The office staff is friendly, helpful, & professional.”

    YelpVerified Reviewer
  • “Staff were courteous and helpful. They were knowledgeable about getting our whole house into one move, very impressive.”

    YelpVerified Reviewer
  • “Everything was handled with care and there were no issues. We were loaded and unloaded within the timeframes estimated. They were efficient and had their processes down.”

    YelpVerified Reviewer
  • “They wrapped our furniture like it was going on a first-class cruise, loaded everything faster than I thought humanly possible, and didn't break a single thing--including our spirits.”

    YelpVerified Reviewer

Most common complaints about Margaret's Movers and Storage

  • Damage to items

    Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.

  • Inaccurate estimates

    Estimates from Margaret's Movers and Storage were sometimes way off from what customers were ultimately billed.

  • Misplaced or lost items

    In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.

What negative reviewers say

  • “They didn't deliver many items that belonged to us (including family heirlooms) and delivered things that weren't ours (a bedroom dresser).”

    YelpVerified Reviewer
  • “Items including a brand new flat screen TV and antique dressers were broken. I filed a claim form. Their response: silence.”

    YelpVerified Reviewer
  • “They damaged my television during move-out, lost an entire pallet of my belongings during the storage process, and broke a large piece of glass during move-in.”

    YelpVerified Reviewer
  • “Our final bill was almost $1,000 more than they estimated. James, the estimator quoted 2 trucks and 6 men.”

    YelpVerified Reviewer
  • “The move was estimated to take 3 hours and cost $400. It took over 5 hours and cost over $900, way too much money and time for a completely packed 2BR house to a 2BR apartment.”

    YelpVerified Reviewer

Margaret's Movers and Storage

4.30Louisville, KYSince 2005

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What services does Margaret's Movers and Storage offer?

Margaret's Movers and Storage handles local moves from Louisville, KY, with services including packing, packing materials, and storage.

Services offered

Is Margaret's Movers and Storage licensed and insured?

FMCSA operating authority is inactive

US DOT 1325076. Check the current record before booking. Check on SAFER

Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha

Yes, Margaret's Movers and Storage is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 1325076, and its operating status is currently inactive.

Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Margaret's Movers and Storage holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.

FMCSA safety rating
Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.

How much does Margaret's Movers and Storage cost?

Margaret's Movers and Storage does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Kentucky, you can expect to pay approximately $122/hr. Total local-move costs from similar movers typically run $400โ€“$750 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $850โ€“$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700โ€“$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home.

What similar movers typically bill for a local move

Full-service Kentucky moving companies similar to Margaret's Movers and Storage typically bill the amounts below using a $122/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.

Typical local move totals from similar movers
Home sizeTypical totalTime and crew
Studio / 1 bedroom$400โ€“$7503โ€“5 hours, 2 movers
2-3 bedrooms$850โ€“$1,7505โ€“8 hours, 2โ€“3 movers
4+ bedrooms$1,700โ€“$3,4008โ€“12 hours, 3โ€“4 movers

What payment options and discounts does Margaret's Movers and Storage offer?

Accepts
Credit Cards
Deposit
Not listed, so ask

Margaret's Movers and Storage accepts credit cards. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.

How Margaret's Movers and Storage compares with the top 10 Louisville movers

Margaret's Movers and Storage places ninth among the top 10 Louisville moving companies with a moveBuddha score of 4.30 out of 5, level on score with DZ Moving and Storage, which has more reviews, and just ahead of College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving. Margaret's Movers and Storage's score rests on 35 reviews, fewer than any of the ten. Margaret's Movers and Storage has a customer service score higher than seven of the ten, but a review quality score that trails seven of the ten.

The ten highest-scoring local movers near Louisville, by moveBuddha score.

#MoverScoreReviews
1TWO MEN AND A TRUCKLouisville4.621,275
2All My Sons Moving & StorageLouisville4.503,660
3Neutz Sons & Daughters MovingLouisville4.50590
4Berger Allied Moving & StorageLouisville4.44955
5Pack Mule Moving LLCBrooks4.44234
6Coleman Worldwide MovingLouisville4.42385
7The Armstrong CompanyLouisville4.34132
8DZ Moving and StorageLouisville4.30719
9Margaret's Movers and StorageThis mover ยท ranks #94.3035
10College Hunks Hauling Junk & MovingLouisville4.2879
11People-Move MovingLouisville4.20869

How does Margaret's Movers and Storage compare to other Kentucky movers?

  • moveBuddha score#15 of 75(better than average)

    4.30vs 3.73 avg

    Margaret's Movers and Storage scores 4.30, above the Kentucky average of 3.73, and ranks #15 of 75 Kentucky movers.

  • Positive reviews#61 of 75(worse than average)

    20%vs 92% avg

    Margaret's Movers and Storage has 20% positive reviews, below the Kentucky average of 92%, and ranks #61 of 75 Kentucky movers.

  • Negative reviews#61 of 75(worse than average)

    80%vs 7% avg

    Margaret's Movers and Storage has 80% negative reviews, above the Kentucky average of 7%, and ranks #61 of 75 Kentucky movers. A lower percentage is better.

  • Reviews analyzed#55 of 75(worse than average)

    35vs 502 avg

    Margaret's Movers and Storage has 35 reviews analyzed, below the Kentucky average of 502, and ranks #55 of 75 Kentucky movers.

  • Yelp rating#19 of 75(worse than average)

    1.9vs 2.8 avg

    Margaret's Movers and Storage has a Yelp rating of 1.9, below the Kentucky average of 2.8, and ranks #19 of 75 Kentucky movers.

  • BBB rating#8 of 75(better than average)

    A+vs A avg

    Margaret's Movers and Storage has a BBB rating of A+, above the Kentucky average of A, and ranks #8 of 75 Kentucky movers.

  • Years in business#12 of 75(worse than average)

    21 yearsvs 25 years avg

    Margaret's Movers and Storage has been in business for 21 years, below the Kentucky average of 25 years, and ranks #12 of 75 Kentucky movers.

MetricThis moverKentucky avg
moveBuddha score#15 of 75 in Kentucky4.303.73
Positive reviews#61 of 75 in Kentucky20%92%
Negative reviewsLower is better#61 of 75 in Kentucky80%7%
Reviews analyzed#55 of 75 in Kentucky35502
Yelp ratingBased on only 38 reviews#19 of 75 in Kentucky1.92.8
BBB rating#8 of 75 in KentuckyA+A
Years in business#12 of 75 in Kentucky21 years25 years

Compared with 75 Kentucky movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Kentucky.

Margaret's Movers and Storage

4.30Louisville, KYSince 2005

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Final verdict: Margaret's Movers and Storage

Margaret's Movers and Storage earns a 4.30/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #9 among Louisville movers, with 20% positive feedback across 35 customer reviews.

Customers consistently praise its quick moving process and friendly and approachable staff. It is best for customers prioritizing crew professionalism, helpful crews, and reliable service experience.

With a track record dating to 2005, it has less history than the average Kentucky mover, and the most common complaint is damage to items.

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

Why moveBuddha?

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  • $1,000Added move coverage*

    When you choose a moveBuddha Certified mover, you get $1,000 in added move coverage*, plus dedicated support throughout your move.

  • 1-on-1Dispute mediation

    If something goes wrong, moveBuddha provides dispute mediation with Certified movers to help resolve the issue and protect your move.

* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind.

How we score moving companies

Every mover on moveBuddha is scored on the same six factors, weighted by how much each one changes a move.

  • Quotes & payment optionsWeighs most

    The heaviest factor, because price certainty is where moves go wrong. We reward estimates you can hold a mover to, and terms disclosed before you pay.

  • Online reputationMajor factor

    An objective read from third parties rather than from the mover. The Google rating for the company's headquarters sets the band; Trustpilot, BBB, and independent review sites are read alongside it.

  • ServicesMajor factor

    The range a mover can actually cover, scored across seven categories, with extra credit for the uncommon ones most companies hand off to a subcontractor.

  • Customer supportSupporting factor

    How easily you can reach a human, and how clearly the mover sets expectations before, during, and after the move. Verified against company documentation and direct outreach.

  • Review feedbackSupporting factor

    A company's share of positive customer feedback, converted straight to points, with no curve and no editorial adjustment.

  • State availabilityMinor factor

    The lightest factor, and deliberately so: wide coverage helps more readers reach a mover, but it says nothing about how good the move will be.

What the scores are built on

  • 4,500+Moving companies analyzed
  • 1M+Authenticated reviews
  • 25+Independent data sources
  • 1,000+Live price points a month
  • $0Paid for a ranking
  • MonthlyRefreshed and re-verified

Read the full scoring methodology

Written by

Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha

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.

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