Shleppers Moving & Storage review (2026)

By Sarah Chen, Moving Industry Analyst · Updated April 2026 · Fact-checked by Marcus Reyes, AMSA Certified Moving Consultant
Quick verdict
4.3 / 5
4.3 rating

Long-running NYC-area mover with deep building-relationship history across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Pricing trends below higher-end competitors for similar service quality.

Best for: NYC local moves on a tight budget
Watch out for: Long-distance availability is limited.

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Company at a glance

USDOT
Verify on FMCSA
MC #
Verify on FMCSA
Founded
1978
Headquarters
Bronx, NY
Coverage
Regional

Shleppers Moving & Storage in one paragraph

Shleppers Moving & Storage has been operating since 1978 (about 48 years), runs out of Bronx, NY, and covers regional. Current FMCSA filing shows USDOT Verify on FMCSA and MC Verify on FMCSA; BBB rating is A+. Long-running NYC-area mover with deep building-relationship history across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Pricing trends below higher-end competitors for similar service quality.

What customers actually paid this year

For a 2-bedroom interstate move, Shleppers Moving & Storage quotes generally land between $600 and $2,300, with the median around $1,450. The low end of that range usually applies to off-season runs under 1,000 miles with self-packing; the high end shows up on full-service summer moves over 2,000 miles.

Local hourly pricing through Shleppers Moving & Storage varies by market. In a high-cost metro, two movers + a 26-foot truck commonly bills at $160–$220/hr. In a smaller market the same crew might run $110–$150/hr. Always ask whether travel time, fuel surcharge, and stair fees are inside or outside the hourly number — this is where two "identical" quotes often diverge by 20%.

Where this carrier is genuinely good

NYC local moves on a tight budget. The customer pattern that consistently rates Shleppers Moving & Storage highly: an inventory list locked in 2+ weeks ahead, a binding-not-to-exceed quote in writing, and a destination ZIP they service directly (not via subcontractor). When all three of those line up, satisfaction scores cluster well above the industry median.

Where this carrier falls short

Long-distance availability is limited.

If your move profile lines up with that weakness, you'll save money and stress by getting a comparison quote from one of the alternatives below before signing.

Shleppers Moving & Storage vs the competition

CarrierBBBFounded2BR price range
Shleppers Moving & StorageA+1978$600–$2,300
Allied Van LinesA+1928$3,200–$7,500
Atlas Van LinesA+1948$3,000–$7,200

Booking process, step by step

  • Request a quote with a complete inventory list. Online forms are fine for a first pass; a video survey is what makes a binding number stick.
  • Insist on binding-not-to-exceed in writing. Non-binding estimates from any carrier — including this one — almost always come in higher on move day.
  • Confirm valuation coverage. Released value (the federal default) pays $0.60 per pound. Full-value protection costs more but actually replaces a damaged TV.
  • Confirm pickup and delivery windows. For interstate jobs the delivery window is a range, not a date — plan accordingly.
  • On move day, walk the truck and check the inventory list before signing the Bill of Lading. Note any pre-existing damage on the form.

Bottom line

Shleppers Moving & Storage earns 4.3/5 in this scoring model. For the customer profile in "where it's good," it's a strong default pick. For everyone else, get one comparison quote and decide on the spot — the 15 minutes pays for itself.

Updated April 2026 Reviewed by Sarah Chen Fact-checked99 companies analyzed

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Shleppers Moving & Storage operates under USDOT Verify on FMCSA and MC Verify on FMCSA, with a BBB rating of A+. Verify current standing on safer.fmcsa.dot.gov before signing a contract.