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Your Trusted Movers in Hull, IA
Berghorst & Son has been a family-owned business since 1955, serving clients across 48 states and Canada with moving, rigging, and heavy hauling solutions. Our 55 years of experience are built on a foundation of innovation, utilizing advanced hydraulic lifting and transporting equipment to tackle challenging projects. We operate three core divisions: Rigging and Heavy Hauling, House Moving, and House Raising for New Basements, ensuring comprehensive service offerings. Our team of dedicated professionals, including active owners Orville Vant Hul, David Vant Hul, and Todd Kooi, prioritizes excellence in service at fair and competitive prices. Licensed and bonded, we maintain memberships in industry organizations such as ISAM, Midstates SCRA, and RICA to uphold our commitment to quality.

We thrive on delivering tailored solutions for everyday and complex projects, from historical relocations to industrial moves. Our proven five-step processMeeting, Planning, Implementation, Execution, and Completionensures precision and client satisfaction. With a legacy rooted in Hull, Iowa, we combine local expertise with nationwide reach to address diverse client needs. Our focus remains on leveraging creativity and technical expertise to build lasting relationships through reliable, results-driven service delivery.
Services
Rigging and Heavy Hauling House Moving House Raising Industrial Moves Historical Moves
Details
  • Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
  • We have 55 years of experience in moving and rigging services.
  • Our family-owned business combines tradition with modern technology.
  • We serve 48 states and Canada with nationwide logistics expertise.
  • We utilize advanced hydraulic lifting and transporting equipment.
  • Our team includes active owners with hands-on project management.
Associations and certifications
  • ISAM
  • Midstates SCRA
  • RICA
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Services
Rigging and Heavy Hauling
Our Rigging and Heavy Hauling division specializes in transporting oversized machinery and equipment using advanced hydraulic systems. We handle complex industrial relocations across 48 states and Canada. Our team's expertise ensures safe, efficient movement of heavy loads for manufacturing, energy, and construction sectors.
House Moving
Berghorst & Son provides complete house moving services, including structural lifting and transportation to new locations. We preserve historical and custom homes while ensuring compliance with local building codes. Our process minimizes disruption to property owners during relocations.
House Raising
House Raising for New Basements involves elevating existing structures to construct modern foundations. We use precision hydraulic equipment to lift buildings safely, enabling homeowners to expand living space or meet floodplain requirements.
Industrial Moves
Our Industrial Moves service specializes in relocating manufacturing equipment and production lines. We coordinate logistics, disassembly, and reinstallation with minimal downtime for businesses. Clients benefit from our 55-year track record in complex industrial projects.
Historical Moves
Historical Moves require specialized care to protect architectural integrity. We relocate century-old buildings using techniques that maintain original materials and design features. Our team works closely with preservation societies and local governments to ensure compliance with heritage standards.
People
Orville Vant Hul
President, Treasurer & CEO
Orville leads strategic operations with 30+ years of industry experience, ensuring adherence to quality standards and client satisfaction across all projects.
David Vant Hul
Vice President
David oversees daily operations and project execution, leveraging his hands-on expertise in rigging and logistics to maintain operational efficiency.
Todd Kooi
Secretary Office Manager
Todd manages administrative operations and client communications, ensuring seamless coordination between field teams and customers for every project.
Questions
What services does Berghorst & Son offer?
We specialize in moving, rigging, and heavy hauling services, including house moves, industrial relocations, historical building transports, and foundation upgrades.
What areas do you serve?
We operate across 48 U.S. states and Canada, providing nationwide and international logistics solutions for moving and rigging projects.
How long has Berghorst & Son been in business?
Our family-owned company has served clients since 1955, with 55 years of experience in the moving and rigging industry.
What equipment do you use?
We utilize advanced hydraulic lifting and transporting equipment to ensure safe, efficient execution of complex moving and rigging projects.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, we are a licensed and bonded company with industry certifications through organizations like ISAM and RICA.
Reviews (2)
Jennifer Marshall
Mar 27, 2021 Report
Critical: Professionalism While moving a train for our community they placed political signs on the train it was VERY unprofessional.
Rob Zahnd
Feb 28, 2021 Report
Critical: Professionalism They placed political signage on their client's equipment, in direct opposition to their client's requests, causing harm to their client's reputation. This is incomprehensibly unprofessional. A real clown move.