Don's Moving & Storage Review 2026 (Albany, NY)
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Reviews
96%
across 951 reviews
moveBuddha
Score
4.4/5
based on moveBuddha methodology
Years in
Business
76
founded 1950
FMCSA
Status
Active
Satisfactory rating
Don's Moving & Storage is a 4.4/5-rated New York full-service mover, operating since 1950 (76 years in business). Don's Moving & Storage earns 96% positive reviews across 951 verified customer reviews. The company holds active FMCSA registration with a satisfactory safety rating and operates 6 trucks. All ratings reflect moveBuddha's independent analysis.
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Don's Moving & Storage at a glance
- Track record: 76 years in business with 96% positive customer reviews (951 verified reviews)
- Scale: 6 trucks operating across New York
- Industry experience: 5/5
- Customer service: 4.14/5
- Review quality: 4.5/5
- Quote accuracy: 3.96/5
Don's Moving & Storage's services
- Full-service moving
- Packing
- Interstate moving
- Local (intrastate) moving
- International moving
- Storage: Offered by 59% of Albany movers (60% nationally)
- Piano moving: A specialty offered by 18% of Albany movers (40% nationally)
What this Don's Moving & Storage review covers
Friendly and approachable staff
Quick moving process
Efficient service
Respectful of property
Professional and polite staff
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Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Don's Moving & Storage has been in business for 76 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Don's Moving & Storage has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 951 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.0.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Don's Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Don's Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
Another excellent move by Don's Moving. Despite the oppressive heat and humidity, the team was polite, friendly, efficient, careful, and fast!
Mark, Snoop, and Bruce were extremely quick and professional. They were also very respectful of my belongings.
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What do customers say about Don's Moving & Storage?
Don's Moving & Storage pulls in 96% positive reviews out of 951 verified ratings from multiple platforms, 4% negative, and 0% neutral.
What customers like most about Don's Moving & Storage
- Friendly and approachable staff: Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Don's Moving & Storage.
- Quick moving process: The team at Don's Moving & Storage often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.
- Efficient service: Many customers praise Don's Moving & Storage for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.
- Respectful of property: Customers appreciated how carefully Don's Moving & Storage's team maneuvered furniture through tight spaces without damaging walls or floors.
- Professional and polite staff: Customers say the Don's Moving & Storage's crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.
Most common complaints about Don's Moving & Storage
- Damage to items: Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
- Misplaced or lost items: In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.
- Unprofessional behavior: Complaints included movers using foul language, showing up late, or acting inappropriately.
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Yelp
Another excellent move by Don's Moving. Despite the oppressive heat and humidity, the team was polite, friendly, efficient, careful, and fast!
Mark, Snoop, and Bruce were extremely quick and professional. They were also very respectful of my belongings.
Katherine Hand, Google
The team was prompt, efficient, and had a really great attitude. They communicated well, were respectful and careful of our belongings.
Negative Don's Moving & Storage Reviews
Danielle, Google
The move was disorganized and much slower than expected. Boxes were placed in wrong rooms, items were stacked carelessly, furniture was left disassembled, and several requested items were left behind.
Joan Disare, Google
The packing was done efficiently and quickly. However, delivery was not professional: boxes went into wrong rooms, several items broke, and shelving legs were lost.
Yelp
I asked for expensive items to be appropriately packaged, but furniture arrived with scratches, small stains, and chipped wood. My hardwood floors were scratched.
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Is Don's Moving & Storage licensed & insured?
Yes. Don's Moving & Storage is FMCSA-registered and active, operating under the legal name DON'S MOVING AND STORAGE INC. It carries a satisfactory FMCSA safety rating. The company runs 6 trucks. moveBuddha verifies all licensing data directly against FMCSA records.
| Credential | Status | Verified |
|---|---|---|
| FMCSA registration | Active | 04/29/2026 |
| Safety rating | Satisfactory | 04/29/2026 |
| Fleet size | 6 power units | 04/29/2026 |
New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations. You can verify Don's Moving & Storage's active status on the New York licensed movers database.
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How moveBuddha rated Don's Moving & Storage
Don's Moving & Storage earns a 4.4/5 composite rating based on moveBuddha's editorial rating categories. That's above the 3.7/5 average among Albany movers. moveBuddha's research team rates each category independently, and each one measures a different aspect of mover quality.
| Rating category | Don's Moving & Storage | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| Industry experience | 5/5 | Years in operation, fleet size & locations |
| Review quality | 4.5/5 | Volume & sentiment of customer reviews |
| Customer service | 4.14/5 | Communication clarity & crew professionalism |
| Quote accuracy | 3.96/5 | Estimate vs. final invoice on sample moves |
| Google reviews | 4.5/5 | Google Business Profile rating & review volume |
| Yelp reviews | 5/5 | Yelp rating & review volume |
| BBB | 4.34/5 | The company's BBB letter grade (A–F) & complaint resolution history (translated to a corresponding numerical score) |
| Brand | 4.5/5 | Market presence & industry recognition |
Our summary of Don's Moving & Storage
Flexible storage, clear quoting: 951 reviews are in, and 96% of them are positive. Customers value clear communication, reasonable pricing, prompt scheduling, fast and organized crews, and careful handling of furniture and fragile items. Less satisfied customers describe delays, poor loading, misplaced or damaged belongings, and billing disputes.
Ratings based on moveBuddha's research methodology, updated November 2026.
How much does Don's Moving & Storage cost?
Don's Moving & Storage does not publish standard hourly rates or flat-fee pricing publicly. Movers in Albany charge an average of $100/hour, though rates vary by company. 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.
Estimated for a typical 2-3 bedroom New York move
$1,072 – $2,457
How does Don's Moving & Storage compare to other Albany movers?
Don's Moving & Storage ranks alongside the top full-service movers in Albany on moveBuddha's editorial scoring. The table below compares ratings, positive review rates, and years in business across the top Albany movers.
| Company | Our rating | Positive reviews | BBB | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4.52 |
94% | A+ | ||
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4.56 |
89% | A+ | ||
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4.4 |
96% | A+ | ||
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4.44 |
97% | A+ | ||
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4.34 |
80% | A+ | ||
4.0 |
75% | N/A | ||
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3.86 |
86% | N/A | ||
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4.36 |
95% | A+ | ||
|
4.28 |
88% | A+ | ||
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4.36 |
100% | A+ |
How Don's Moving & Storage's ratings compare to other Albany movers
Don's Moving & Storage's Yelp rating (4.0/5) is in line with the average across the 22 movers analyzed in Albany, which carry an average Yelp rating of 3.6/5.
| Avg. Yelp Score | Total # of Movers | |
|---|---|---|
| Don's Moving & Storage | 4.0/5 | -- |
| Albany movers | 3.6/5 | 22 movers |
| New York movers | 3.7/5 | 469 movers |
Final verdict: Don's Moving & Storage
Don's Moving & Storage earns a 4.4/5 moveBuddha score, backed by 96% positive customer reviews across 951 verified reviews. Over 76 years in business and 6 trucks operating across New York, Don's Moving & Storage has built a reputation for friendly and approachable staff and quick moving process, making it worth a look for your New York move.
Best for:
- Customers who value working with an established mover with long-standing industry experience
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated November 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
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FAQs about Don's Moving & Storage
What services does Don's Moving & Storage offer?
Don's Moving & Storage is a full-service mover operating in New York. The company operates 6 trucks. Confirm specific services like packing, storage, and specialty item handling directly when requesting a quote.
How long has Don's Moving & Storage been in business?
Don's Moving & Storage has been in business for 76 years, founded in 1950. The company is FMCSA-registered and active.
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