Who We Are: The Style of Our Business
At Brownstone Brothers, we are a small, local business with two to three office staff ready to assist you via phone or email. With two trucks on the road and 48 years of experience navigating the Greater New York area and beyond, we offer a more personalized service than large moving companies with fleets of 50 trucks. A bigger company simply cannot match the dedicated, hands-on care we provide.
When you reach out to us — by call, email, or estimate request — we begin with a virtual estimate or email correspondence. This leads to a detailed, customized written estimate tailored to your specific needs. Our experienced team engages with you directly, asking all the right questions to ensure your move is smooth and efficient. We provide the necessary paperwork, schedule, and timing to safely move your cherished belongings. We understand the responsibility of handling your home, and we take that trust seriously, ensuring every detail is handled with care.
At Brownstone, our entire team becomes intimately involved with the details of your move.
“More than good service. It was that you went out of your way to make my very complex move work.” Fran (Client, 2021)
Our crews are the best hand-picked crews in the business. They create enthusiasm, absorb anxiety, and may even revive your sense of control.
“It was like being asked to evaluate major surgery. After a little time, I realized the move was stellar.” Sharon (Client, 2022)
Our warehouse is located conveniently near Manhattan, in Mott Haven. So you can change your mind, bring back, or send out, another piece of furniture, without it being a big deal.
“There was no spousal fighting.” Olivia L. (Client, 2016)
Your furniture is safe with us. Our warehouse is concrete, and when it comes to being fire-resistant, it is as good as it can get. We have a 24-hour surveillance system. We are certifiably not in a flood zone. Your furniture will be happy here.
You probably didn’t get our name from advertising because we rarely advertise. Almost all the moves we do are for repeat clients, or for referrals from clients. If you read our testimonials, you will get a sense that they are authentic, not manufactured by a hired professional.
“Meticulous Receiving” is a term for a specialty service we invented that is especially appreciated by interior designers. When you hire Brownstone Brothers for this service, our Warehouse Manager receives furniture and decor pieces as per your direction over a period of time. Brownstone Brothers unpacks all received pieces, inspects them for flaws or damages, photographs them, sends you condition reports, and finally rewraps items for safe storage and transport.
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History
Brownstone Brothers Moving & Storage has a rich history that dates back to the 1970s, when it was founded in the Upper East Side apartment of Bill Gross, the original owner. Under Bill's leadership, the company grew into a trusted name in the moving industry. Bill dedicated over four decades to ensuring that every move was handled with care, commitment, and professionalism before passing the torch to his longtime associate, Richard Barrale, in May 2023.
Richard, who was Brownstone's top-performing employee in the 80s and 90s, went on to found All Star Moving and Storage, a successful company that has thrived for 30 years. Throughout those years, Richard maintained a close relationship with Bill Gross, and in 2023, he was honored to take over the leadership of Brownstone Brothers.
As a small, boutique moving company, we continue to prioritize the values that made us successful from the very beginning: quality over quantity, and personal service over mass marketing. Unlike larger, impersonal corporations, we pride ourselves on providing a tailored experience for each client. Most of our office staff and moving crew have been with us for over a decade, ensuring consistency and expertise in every move. We don’t rely on advertising to build our business—instead, we’ve built our reputation on trust, word of mouth, and repeat clients who continue to choose us for their moving needs, year after year.
When you choose Brownstone Brothers Moving & Storage, you’re not just hiring a moving company; you’re joining a legacy of reliability, care, and personal attention that only a boutique firm can offer. Let us make your next move a seamless and stress-free experience, where your needs come first and every detail is handled with the utmost care.
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