Business Details
For more than 135 years, our family-owned company has served Western New York with unmatched expertise in house moving, raising, leveling, and structural support. Founded by William Matthews in 1867, our business has been passed down through six generations of the Matthews family, reflecting a legacy of trust and proven capability. Today, Peter and Dan Matthews represent the fifth generation, while Nate Matthews brings fresh perspective as the sixth generation. We possess both the specialized equipment and decades of accumulated knowledge required to execute projects of any scale, from single-family homes to historical landmarks. Our commitment to 100% customer satisfaction drives every job we undertake, ensuring each project is completed to the highest professional standards.
We have successfully relocated houses, barns, commercial buildings, and historical structures throughout the region. Our team specializes in raising buildings to expand basements, replacing crawlspaces, and installing steel beams to reinforce aging foundations. We approach every structural challenge with meticulous planning and engineering precision. Clients trust us because we combine generational wisdom with modern techniques. Our reputation has been built entirely on the quality of our workmanship and the reliability of our results. We invite you to experience the difference that over a century of specialized expertise makes.
We have successfully relocated houses, barns, commercial buildings, and historical structures throughout the region. Our team specializes in raising buildings to expand basements, replacing crawlspaces, and installing steel beams to reinforce aging foundations. We approach every structural challenge with meticulous planning and engineering precision. Clients trust us because we combine generational wisdom with modern techniques. Our reputation has been built entirely on the quality of our workmanship and the reliability of our results. We invite you to experience the difference that over a century of specialized expertise makes.
Highlights and features
- We have over 135 years of specialized structural moving experience.
- Our business is currently led by the 5th and 6th generations of the Matthews family.
- We maintain specialized equipment for complex residential and historical projects.
- Our team has successfully relocated barns, commercial buildings, and historical landmarks.
- We are committed to achieving 100% customer satisfaction on every project.
- We have operated continuously since our founding in 1867.
Services
House Moving
Our house moving service provides expert relocation for residential homes, barns, commercial buildings, and historical structures throughout Western New York. We serve property owners, developers, and historical societies requiring safe and precise structural transportation. Clients benefit from our specialized equipment and over 135 years of accumulated technical expertise.
Raising Buildings
Our building raising service allows homeowners to increase basement headroom or replace existing crawlspaces with full basements. We serve owners of year-round homes, cottages, commercial properties, and barns seeking functional expansion. This service delivers increased property value and improved structural utility.
Structural Support
We install steel beams and columns within existing buildings to prevent floor buckling and roof collapse. Our structural support service is designed for property owners facing foundation settlement or aging framework concerns. Clients receive reinforced stability and long-term protection for their valuable structures.
Leveling
Our leveling service corrects sinking floors and uneven houses caused by failing supports or foundations. We serve homeowners and property managers dealing with structural settlement and safety hazards. This process restores structural integrity and prevents further damage to the building.
Historical Building Work
We provide specialized moving and structural services for museums and historical societies preserving significant landmarks. Our team understands the unique requirements and regulations governing heritage structures. Clients benefit from our proven track record with historically sensitive projects.
