Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Small Move Solutions
Sterling Van Lines has been a trusted leader in the moving industry for over 30 years, specializing in small moves that require exceptional care and precision. Founded in 1991, our company was built on the principle of providing personalized service for shipments under 2,000 pounds, addressing a gap in the market for affordable, reliable moves of fragile or high-value items. Our expertise spans antiques, pianos, estate moves, and long-distance relocations across 48 U.S. states, with a focus on meticulous packing, crating, and transportation. We pride ourselves on a low 400-pound minimum weight requirement, charging only for the exact weight shipped, and offering competitive pricing without compromising safety. Our team of experienced professionals is trained to handle delicate items, from heirlooms to electronics, ensuring they arrive intact.Recognized with the Angies List Super Service Award in 2016, we combine decades of industry knowledge with a commitment to customer satisfaction. Our fleet of fully-equipped vans and uniformed staff guarantees efficient, courteous service, whether moving a single piano or coordinating complex estate distributions. We serve Los Angeles, California, and the broader U.S., offering weekly deliveries to key regions like Northern California, San Diego, and the desert. Our reputation for reliability, built through 30,000+ successful moves, is reinforced by memberships in trusted industry organizations. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our transparency, affordability, and the peace of mind we provide, making us a top choice for small, specialized moves nationwide.
Services
Small Moves
Piano Moving
Estate Moves
Packing & Crating
Long Distance Moves
Air Freight
Storage Solutions
Antique Handling
Residential Moves
Cross Country Moves
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 30 years of specialized expertise in small moves and fragile items.
- Low 400-pound minimum weight requirement with exact pricing.
- Customized packing and crating for antiques, pianos, and heirlooms.
- Nationwide service across 48 U.S. states with weekly deliveries.
- Consistently praised in 1,000+ reviews for reliability and care.
Associations and certifications
- Angie's List Super Service Award
What people say
Excellent service
Arrived intact
Professional staff
Fair pricing
Stress-free experience
Services
Small Moves
Sterling Van Lines specializes in small moves under 2,000 pounds, ideal for relocations involving 1-1.5 rooms of furniture. Our services cater to clients needing cost-effective, efficient transportation without compromising safety. We handle everything from single-item shipments to partial household moves, ensuring items like electronics, artwork, and fragile decor arrive intact. Our low 400-pound minimum weight requirement and exact pricing model make us a leader in this niche market.
Piano Moving
With 30 years of experience, Sterling Van Lines offers specialized piano moving services for upright, grand, and antique instruments. Our team uses reinforced packing materials, custom crating, and climate-controlled vehicles to protect delicate components. We coordinate logistics like stair access and door width to ensure seamless delivery. Clients trust us for cross-country piano relocations, with testimonials praising our care in handling irreplaceable heirlooms and performance instruments.
Estate Moves
Our estate move service assists families dividing inherited assets, offering logistical support for transporting high-value or sentimental items. We handle fragile antiques, furniture, and collectibles with care, providing low minimum weight requirements to reduce costs compared to traditional van lines. Our team coordinates multi-destination deliveries, ensuring each piece arrives safely. This service is ideal for executors or heirs managing estate distributions across states.
Packing & Crating
Sterling Van Lines provides expert packing and crating for delicate items like chandeliers, china, and artwork. Our staff uses high-quality materials, including bubble wrap, foam, and reinforced boxes, to prevent damage during transit. We offer full household packing or la carte services for breakables, ensuring compliance with shipping standards. Custom crating solutions protect irregularly shaped or fragile items, giving clients peace of mind for long-distance moves.
Long Distance Moves
We facilitate long-distance moves across 48 U.S. states, specializing in small loads that require personalized attention. Our services include inside pickup/delivery, blanket wrapping, and guaranteed pricing. Weekly routes to Northern California, San Diego, and desert regions ensure timely delivery. Clients benefit from our expertise in navigating logistical challenges like stair access and narrow doorways, making us a trusted choice for cross-country relocations.
People
Gerald (Jerry) Cassidy
Founder
Gerald Cassidy founded Sterling Van Lines in 1991 after decades of experience in the moving industry. Starting as a teenage mover, he worked for major companies like Bekins and Mayflower before establishing Sterling to address the need for small, specialized shipments. His leadership built a fleet of professional movers and a reputation for reliability, shaping the company into a pioneer of small-load transportation.
Questions
What types of moves does Sterling Van Lines specialize in?
We specialize in small moves under 2,000 pounds, including antiques, pianos, estate items, and long-distance relocations across 48 U.S. states.
Do you offer services outside California?
Yes, we provide long-distance moves across 48 U.S. states, with weekly deliveries to Northern California, San Diego, and desert regions.
What is your minimum weight requirement?
Our minimum is 400 pounds, significantly lower than most competitors, with charges based on exact weight shipped.
How do you handle fragile or high-value items?
We use reinforced packing materials, custom crating, and climate-controlled vehicles to ensure safe transport of delicate items like antiques and pianos.
Are your services insured?
Yes, we offer moving insurance to protect your goods during transit, ensuring peace of mind for valuable or sentimental items.
Can I track my shipment?
Yes, we provide tracking updates and proactive communication throughout the shipping process to keep you informed.
Reviews (4)
Deb Hyde
May 23, 2022
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Moving family antique furniture from Florida up to niece in Massachusetts. The driver Marc was easy to coordinate with, very professional, and obviously takes great pride in what he does. His assistant, Eric was very nice, helpful, and paid close attention to detail. They knew exactly what had to be done to wrap the furniture so that it could ride safely. I highly recommend Sterling - especially if you are lucky enough to have Marc and Eric take care of your possessions!
Michele Morse
May 18, 2022
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My son moved to Texas (north Dallas) for a job & I did a price comparison for moving some of the furniture from our home in Los Angeles to Texas. Sterling Van Lines offered the best pricing within a time frame that worked for us. The guys that came to wrap the furniture did a spectacular job wrapping protective covering for the pieces that were going to be moved, they were polite, hard working and professional.
One the receiving end, the movers reached out to my son & did a wonderful job unwrapping & carefully moved the pieces into his apartment. Again, the movers were polite, hard working & very professional. The only negative is that on the pick up, we were haphazardly notified rather than scheduled in advance so I had to move my appointments around to accommodate their last minute pick up schedule. Other than that, I was very happy with the quality of care in moving the furniture to it's new location for the price provided. I recommend this company, very good people.
One the receiving end, the movers reached out to my son & did a wonderful job unwrapping & carefully moved the pieces into his apartment. Again, the movers were polite, hard working & very professional. The only negative is that on the pick up, we were haphazardly notified rather than scheduled in advance so I had to move my appointments around to accommodate their last minute pick up schedule. Other than that, I was very happy with the quality of care in moving the furniture to it's new location for the price provided. I recommend this company, very good people.
Laura Ruth
Apr 28, 2022
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I had high hopes for Sterling Van Lines, with respect to my move from Burbank, California to Rochester, Minnesota (currently in progress). So far, I HAVE NOT BEEN DISAPPOINTED! Tyler's quote for the move (an exercycle, a recliner, an ottoman, a small rug, and two boxes) seemed very fair. Several days ago, three movers arrived at my Burbank apartment timely to move my items, and completely wrapped them up to protect them. So far, I am delighted with the value and service. Thank you, Sterling Van Lines!
Terri Bessom
Apr 23, 2022
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Sterling moved a piano for us. They coordinated the entire process for us, keeping us informed all along the way, as well as the recipients at the other end. The scheduling office was responsive and helpful. The crew that picked up and packed the piano were efficient and obviously experienced. Everyone did what they said they would do. Working with Sterling made the project go very smoothly. I would recommend them without hesitation.
