Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Moving & Storage Solutions
Founded in 1922 by brothers Theodore and Raymond, Schaap Moving has built a legacy of excellence in residential and commercial moving services. As a family-owned business and longtime agent for United Van Lines, we serve clients across upstate New York and globally, specializing in secure storage, records management, and certified shredding. Our commitment to exceeding customer expectations has made us a trusted name for over a century. By integrating innovative solutions like bar-coded inventory tracking and mobile shredding, we combine tradition with modern efficiency.With an 80,000-square-foot facility in Albany, NY, we offer tailored logistics for businesses, including industrial storage and seamless corporate relocations. Our expertise extends to cost-effective portable containers, packing supplies, and environmentally responsible document destruction, ensuring comprehensive service for every client. This dedication to quality, supported by decades of experience, positions us as a leader in relocation and storage solutions.
Services
Commercial Moving
Residential Moving
Storage Solutions
Secure Shredding
Records Management
Portable Storage Containers
Details
- Year established: 1922
Highlights and features
- 98+ years of experience in relocation and storage expertise
- Family-owned with United Van Lines global network access
- Secure document shredding with certificates of destruction provided
- Customized storage solutions for businesses and individuals
- Bar-coded inventory tracking for precise records management
Services
Commercial Moving
Our corporate relocation specialists minimize business disruption during office moves. We handle logistics planning, equipment transport, and installation for businesses of all sizes. Leveraging United Van Lines' global network ensures seamless transitions for local, national, and international relocations.
Secure Shredding
Certified shredding services protect sensitive information through NAID-certified processes. Both onsite mobile shredding and facility-based destruction options include certificates of destruction. Recycled materials are processed through approved waste management channels.
Portable Storage
Self-storage containers available in 12', 16', and 20' sizes provide flexible storage solutions. Containers feature secure locking, moisture-resistant construction, and weight capacities up to 8,000 lbs. Ideal for DIY moves or temporary storage needs.
Records Management
Bar-coded inventory tracking system ensures precise document retrieval. Our climate-controlled storage facility offers 24/7 access with multiple security layers. Services include packing, indexing, and digital inventory management options.
Residential Moving
Full-service relocation for home moves across town or countries. Includes professional packing, custom crating for fragile items, and real-time shipment tracking through United Van Lines' network. Storage options available for transitional periods.
People
Steve Schaap
President
Third-generation leader overseeing daily operations and strategic growth of the family business since 2002. Focuses on maintaining heritage while implementing technology-driven solutions for modern moving challenges.
Ted Schaap
Chairman
Second-generation leader instrumental in expanding services to include document management and certified shredding. Active in strategic planning with over 50 years of industry experience maintaining family values.
Al Fish
CFO
Chief financial officer managing financial operations since 1995. Ensures cost-effective solutions while maintaining the company's 100-year commitment to quality and customer satisfaction across all service lines.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve upstate New York with nationwide capabilities through our United Van Lines partnership.
Do you offer international moving?
Yes, as United Van Lines agents, we handle relocations to and from countries worldwide.
Are storage facilities secure?
Our Albany warehouses have 24/7 surveillance, restricted access, and climate-controlled environments for item protection.
Is document shredding certified?
All shredding services provide NAID-certified destruction with official certificates issued for compliance.
Can I track my shipment?
Yes, real-time tracking through United Van Lines' system keeps you informed about your belongings' location.
How do payment options work?
We accept major credit cards for portable container rentals and moving services with flexible payment plans.
