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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Moving and Storage Solutions
Allen's Moving & Storage has been a trusted name in the moving and storage industry since 1950, serving communities across Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and beyond. Founded by Ervine B. Allen, our family-owned business has grown into a full-service provider of residential, commercial, and international moving solutions, backed by over 70 years of combined experience. We pride ourselves on treating clients' valuables as our own, utilizing professional-grade equipment, and maintaining transparent communication from start to finish.As a military-approved service provider, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of licensing and insurance (USDOT N125563, ICC MC2934). Our commitment to excellence extends beyond our serviceswe actively engage in community initiatives like Bowl for Kids' Sake and the Spirit of Christmas Event. With temperature-controlled storage facilities, specialized moving services for pianos and antiques, and 24/7 emergency support, we ensure every client receives personalized, reliable solutions tailored to their unique needs.
Services
Residential Moving
Commercial Moving
Storage Services
Packing Services
Freight Moving
International Moving
Piano Moving
Gun Safe Moving
Pool Table Moving
Emergency Moving
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of experience in residential and commercial moving.
- Our team provides 24/7 personalized customer support.
- We are fully licensed and insured for your peace of mind.
- We offer temperature-controlled storage facilities.
- Our company is military-approved for specialized moving services.
What people say
Professional and punctual
Took great care with items
Exceptional customer service
Military-approved reliability
Highly recommend
Services
Residential Moving
Allen's Moving & Storage specializes in seamless residential moving services for local, interstate, and international relocations. Our team handles packing, loading, transportation, and unpacking of household items, including fragile antiques and electronics. With temperature-controlled storage options and specialized services for pianos, gun safes, and pool tables, we ensure your belongings arrive safely. Our 24/7 emergency support and military-approved status make us a reliable choice for stress-free home moves.
Commercial Moving
We provide efficient commercial moving solutions for businesses of all sizes, including new construction moves and freight services. Our team coordinates logistics, packs office equipment, and ensures minimal downtime during relocations. With experience serving corporations like IDEXX Laboratories and HCA Healthcare, we offer secure transportation and storage for sensitive documents and machinery. Our services include disaster relief and military logistics support for nationwide and international operations.
Storage Services
Allen's 41,000-square-foot storage facility offers temperature-controlled units for short- or long-term needs. Located in Augusta, ME, our facility features fire alarms, sprinklers, and electronic security to protect belongings. Ideal for households downsizing or businesses needing inventory storage, we provide flexible lease terms and 24/7 emergency access. Items are stored on-site in a clean, climate-regulated environment to prevent damage from humidity or extreme temperatures.
Packing Services
Our expert packing services cover fragile items like glassware, artwork, and antiques using premium materials. We offer full-service packing/unpacking or partial assistance for clients who prefer to pack some items themselves. Specialized crates and wardrobe boxes ensure safe transport of delicate belongings. With attention to detail and efficiency, our team balances speed with care to protect your valuables during local, long-distance, or international moves.
Emergency Moving
Allen's provides 24/7 emergency moving services for unexpected relocations due to floods, fires, or other crises. Our rapid-response team handles urgent packing, transportation, and storage of belongings, prioritizing safety and speed. With experience in disaster relief and rehab moving, we coordinate with insurance companies and offer flexible solutions for temporary or permanent relocations. Military families and homeowners rely on our dependable support during stressful situations.
People
Don Oldakowski
Co-Owner
Don Oldakowski, Co-Owner of Allen's Moving & Storage, brings decades of van line industry expertise. A certified moving and storage salesperson, he established corporate accounts with major firms and trained top sales teams. His leadership in sales and operations spans three locations managing $1315M annually.
Norman Allen
Former CEO
Norman Allen, former CEO and son of founder Ervine Allen, led the company for nearly five decades. A community leader, he served as Kiwanis President and chaired the Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce. His legacy includes expanding facilities and maintaining the company's family-focused values.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Augusta, Portland, and Scarborough, ME, as well as Portsmouth, NH, Newburyport, MA, and locations nationwide and internationally.
Do you offer storage services?
Yes, we have a 41,000-square-foot temperature-controlled storage facility in Augusta, ME, with fire alarms, sprinklers, and electronic security.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, we are fully licensed and insured with USDOT N125563 and ICC MC2934 for your peace of mind.
Do you provide emergency moving services?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency moving services for urgent relocations due to floods, fires, or other crises.
What specialized moving services do you offer?
We specialize in piano moving, gun safe relocation, pool table transport, and international freight services.
Are you military-approved?
Yes, we are a military-approved moving company with experience handling military relocations and storage needs.
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Reviews (5)
Mary D.
Aug 26, 2021
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We have used Allen's moving and storage for several moves. Four moves within Augusta and Hallowell and one out of State move. Also used their storage facility. They do a great job with packing, nothing was broken. Workers are friendly and professional, get the job done. Highly recommended.
Gabe Garcia
Aug 07, 2019
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Do not trust this company!! This is a continuation of the terrible experience Emilie G. wrote about in her previous review. Customer service responded to her review that Lisa was working with us to resolve the issues with the move. That is a lie. It was not until after the movers delivered our belongings and we were forced to pay the remaining balance that we received an itemized invoice for the entire move via email. After reviewing the invoice, we found over $400 in charges for things we did not use. We were billed for materials that we provided and the move time was significantly overestimated
Claudio L.
Aug 22, 2018
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My experience with Allen S has been terrible. We moved from Maine to Florida and they did most of the packing and kept our stuff in the storage until we could find a home in FL. When we did, they made us wait for weeks before we could have our moving delivered, as they were always waiting for other stuff to fill the truck. So we had to live in our new house with almost nothing! The worst part came when we received our goods. Many things were broken, some damaged, others completely destroyed. It was clearly the result of a bad job in packing and a worst one in storing and moving our stuff. It looked
Oldrico Minton
Oct 05, 2015
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Jon Car was my contact with Allen Transfer for a move from Maine to Michigan. He was prompt, courteous, friendly, forthright about services and charges, responsive to questions and accurate with estimates and quotes!
Moving is not fun, but Jon made it as pleasant as possible. If I were making the move again, he would be the first and only person I would call! My furnishings arrived in good condition with next to no damage - less than if I had moved it myself. The loaders and unloaders were prompt, professional, and helpful. This was not my first move, but was the best I have experienced.
Moving is not fun, but Jon made it as pleasant as possible. If I were making the move again, he would be the first and only person I would call! My furnishings arrived in good condition with next to no damage - less than if I had moved it myself. The loaders and unloaders were prompt, professional, and helpful. This was not my first move, but was the best I have experienced.
Lucie H.
Mar 18, 2015
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DO NOT use these people. I paid 16K to have my antiques, art, and household furnishings driven from Maine to New Mexico. My favorite 200 year old persian rug had an entire corner ripped in two places and every sideboard, table, chair is gouged or scratched. Haven't had a chance to unpack the boxes that contain Baccarat crystal and Tiffany wedding china yet! The guys who came to pack the truck besides being monosyllabic where extremely rude and I had to get ineffectual "JOHN CARR", the owner's brother who bid the job, to drive to my house to get them to speak to me. If you
