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Our Story
Moving Silicon Valley
Forward Since 1990
We're a family-owned moving company built on a simple promise: treat every customer like a neighbor, and handle every belonging like it's our own. For over 36 years, that promise has earned us the trust of thousands of Silicon Valley families and businesses.
Our History
36 Years of
Trusted Service
From a single truck and a dream to one of the Bay Area's most respected moving companies, here are the milestones that shaped who we are.
1990
Founded in San Jose
Silicon Valley Moving & Storage opened its doors as a family-owned local moving company, serving the San Jose community with a single truck and a commitment to doing things right.
1995
Became Bekins Van Lines Agent
Partnered with Bekins Van Lines, one of America's most trusted moving brands, gaining access to a nationwide network of resources and long-distance capabilities.
2000
Expanded Commercial Services
Launched a dedicated commercial division to serve Silicon Valley's booming tech companies, handling office relocations, server rooms, and sensitive equipment moves.
See commercial services2005
New San Jose Warehouse
Opened our climate-controlled warehouse facility in San Jose, offering secure short-term and long-term storage solutions for residential and commercial clients.
See storage options2010
20 Years of Excellence
Celebrated two decades of service with over 10,000 successful moves completed. Expanded our fleet and crew to meet growing demand across the Bay Area.
2015
Next-Generation Fleet
Invested in a modern fleet of air-ride suspension trucks and GPS tracking technology, ensuring safer transport and real-time visibility for every move.
2020
30 Years Serving Silicon Valley
Reached the three-decade milestone while adapting to new safety protocols. Continued serving families and businesses through unprecedented times without missing a beat.
2021
First Bekins Spire Award
Earned the Bekins Spire Award for Excellence in Customer Experience — the first of four consecutive years of recognition from one of the moving industry's most respected quality programs.
2024
Driver of the Year
Named 2024 Bekins Driver of the Year across the entire national Bekins network — alongside a fourth consecutive Spire Award. Capping four straight years of Excellence in Customer Experience recognition.
2026
36 Years of Silicon Valley Moves
Entering our 36th year with the same family values, a growing team, and a record of four consecutive Spire Awards, an A+ BBB rating since 2005, and a national Driver of the Year.
Nationwide Partner
Bekins Van Lines
Partnership
As an authorized Bekins Van Lines agent, Silicon Valley Moving & Storage connects you to one of the oldest and most trusted names in the American moving industry. Founded in 1891, Bekins provides the infrastructure, technology, and nationwide reach that make long-distance moves seamless.
This partnership means your belongings travel through a vetted, quality-controlled network of professionals, whether you're moving across California or across the country. You get the personal, family-business touch of Silicon Valley Moving with the resources and reliability of a national powerhouse.
Nationwide CoverageQuality AssuredSatellite TrackingClaims Support
Bekins Van Lines Agent
Nationwide coverage since 1891
Community First
San Jose & Bay Area
Giving Back
Rooted in Our
Community
Silicon Valley isn't just where we work — it's where we live, where our kids go to school, and where our neighbors become our friends. That's why giving back has always been part of who we are, not just what we do.
From sponsoring local youth sports teams and contributing to San Jose food banks, to providing free moving assistance for families in crisis, we believe that a moving company should help build community — not just relocate it. We're proud to support organizations throughout the Bay Area that make our region a better place to call home.
Youth SportsFood BanksCrisis AssistanceLocal SchoolsHabitat for Humanity
Credentials
Licensed, Insured,
Fully Certified
Your peace of mind starts with knowing your mover meets the highest industry standards. We carry every credential required by federal and state authorities.
USDOT
70719
Federally registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation
CAL T
188960
Licensed by the California Public Utilities Commission
Licensed
& Insured
Full liability coverage and workers' compensation on every move
Bekins Van Lines
Agent
Authorized agent with access to nationwide moving resources
Bekins Spire Award
4× Winner
Four consecutive years (2021–2024) for Excellence in Customer Experience
BBB
A+ Accredited
Better Business Bureau Accredited with an A+ rating since 2005
NASMM
Silver Certified
National Association of Senior Move Managers — certified for senior moves
Our Work
Moves That
Speak for Themselves
From cozy apartments to sprawling corporate campuses, every project gets our full attention and care.
Residential Move
Palo Alto
Corporate Relocation
Sunnyvale
Long-Distance Move
San Jose to Portland
Storage Solution
San Jose Warehouse
Office Move
Mountain View
Specialty Move
Cupertino
Google Reviews
What Our Clients Say
“A wonderful team moved me a week ago. They arrived on time, were friendly, polite, and finished in a timely manner. My belongings were treated with utmost respect and protected completely. They made a difficult experience very pleasant.”
Patricia M.
February 2026
“Cheri, Joey and their team are awesome. They moved my mother-in-law from a two bedroom space into a large studio. They were on time, efficient, organized, personable, extremely polite, fun to work with, and handled the job quickly. I would recommend them for any job, big or small!”
Karen W.
December 2025
“Amazing service — from our initial phone call to the moment the moving team left. They were kind, courteous, professional and helpful. They even offered to help us unbox and organize. It was a seamless transition from home to home.”
Priya N.
October 2025
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