Business Details
Your Trusted Moving and Storage Partner in Philadelphia
Since 1891, Bekins Transfer and Storage has been the premier moving and storage provider in the Greater Philadelphia area. As an agent for Bekins Van Lines, we carry forward a legacy of excellence rooted in our commitment to customer care, operational efficiency, and specialized training for handling all types of belongings. Our services span residential, commercial, international, and senior moves, complemented by comprehensive storage solutions tailored to meet diverse client needs. With an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and a network of 350+ affiliate agencies, we ensure seamless local, interstate, and global relocations. Our team of trained professionals delivers up to eight personalized communication touchpoints throughout each move, guaranteeing transparency and reducing client stress.From disassembly and reassembly of furniture to specialized handling of fragile items like grandfather clocks and pianos, we maintain rigorous standards for protecting both property and client peace of mind. Our commercial moving division prioritizes minimal business disruption through expert coordination of office equipment and sensitive documents. Located in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, we serve Philadelphia and surrounding regions including Berks County, Delaware County, and Lehigh Valley. Our state-of-the-art storage facility features climate control, 24-hour monitoring, and secure transportation for stored goods. This combination of heritage, accreditation, and client-centric innovation establishes us as a trusted leader in the moving industry.
Services
Residential Movers
Commercial Movers
International Movers
Storage Services
Senior Moving
Corporate Relocations
Trade Show Moving
Highlights and features
- Trained professionals with 130+ years of combined industry experience
- A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau since 1891
- Up to 8 personalized communication updates during each move
- Specialized handling of fragile and oversized items
- Nationwide network of 350+ affiliate moving agencies
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau (BBB)
What people say
Extreme care with furniture
Stress-free during stressful time
Outstanding crew
Fast and efficient
Protected our property
Services
Residential Moving Services
Our residential moving specialists handle local, interstate, and international relocations with meticulous care for household belongings. From initial planning to final delivery, we provide disassembly/reassembly of furniture, shrink-wrapping for upholstered items, and specialized handling for valuables like pianos and antiques. Each move includes personalized coordination through up to eight client communication touchpoints to ensure complete transparency and satisfaction.
Commercial Moving Services
Designed for minimal business disruption, our commercial moving solutions protect sensitive office equipment and documents during transitions. Expert teams handle computer systems, large furniture, and specialized office infrastructure while navigating building access challenges. We coordinate timelines to enable rapid resumption of business operations, with additional unpacking assistance available to expedite workspace readiness.
International Moving Services
Leveraging our nationwide network, we facilitate seamless international moves with compliance expertise for cross-border regulations. Our specialists pack fragile items using international shipping standards and manage complete household transfers between Philadelphia and global destinations. This service includes documentation guidance and specialized handling for valuable possessions during long-distance transportation.
Storage Services
Our climate-controlled storage facility provides short- and long-term solutions with 24-hour security monitoring. We offer door-to-door transportation for stored items, partial climate control for sensitive belongings, and secure inventory management. The facility maintains smoke/fire detection systems and intrusion prevention measures to protect client property during transitional periods.
Senior Moving Services
Tailored for older adults' unique needs, this service assists with downsizing, retirement community transitions, and family proximity moves. Trained personnel provide extra support during furniture disassembly/reassembly and handle sentimental items with special care. We coordinate logistics for assisted living facility moves while maintaining sensitivity to seniors' emotional and physical requirements during relocation.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve Philadelphia and surrounding areas including Pottstown, Allentown, Reading, West Chester, and Lehigh Valley across Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Are you BBB accredited?
Yes, we maintain an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau since our founding in 1891.
Do you handle fragile items?
Our trained movers use specialized techniques for fragile items including shrink-wrapping, pad-wrapping, and custom crating for pianos and antiques.
What commercial moving services do you offer?
We provide office equipment handling, document protection, and business continuity planning to minimize operational disruption during commercial relocations.
Do you offer storage solutions?
Yes, our secure storage facility features climate control, 24-hour monitoring, and transportation services for stored belongings.
How do you ensure move quality?
We provide up to eight personalized communication updates throughout each move and maintain rigorous staff training standards for all relocation services.
Reviews (5)
Jodi Rush-Goldman
Nov 24, 2021
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Worst moving company I have ever worked with. Do not use Bekins! Almost every piece of furniture I have is damaged and all of my electronics are missing. I have spoken with 3 people who have not responded, nor paid me the insurance they were supposed to pay. In addition, they had the audacity to charge my credit card another $300 without my permission because they claim their staff did the paperwork wrong! Going to put a stop payment on that!
Aj Clarke
Nov 03, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I found the crew who loaded our house onto the truck and unloaded the next day 150 miles away to be very professional and careful with our possessions. I could not be happier with the resuly. Thank you for taking some stree out of our move.
I found the crew who loaded our house onto the truck and unloaded the next day 150 miles away to be very professional and careful with our possessions. I could not be happier with the resuly. Thank you for taking some stree out of our move.
Pat Z.
Sep 24, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Couldn't have been happier with this company. They were so helpful in every aspect of the move! The three young men were fantastic. Anything we asked them to do was done, no problem. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for movers!
Couldn't have been happier with this company. They were so helpful in every aspect of the move! The three young men were fantastic. Anything we asked them to do was done, no problem. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for movers!
Alejandro Cruz
Aug 18, 2021
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The plant needs a little improvement overall very enjoyable. I would have them move me. With 5 stars out of 5
Kimberly Achey
Jul 22, 2021
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From our phone interactions with Sylvia and our home consultation with Will, to the day of our move and dealing with Nate and his team, all of our interactions with this moving company were pleasant, professional, and put us at ease. We were very stressed when it seemed like no moving company could move us in the time we needed. I was very happy with the service they provided and I am happy to say we had no problems, nothing lost, and no repairs needed. I highly recommend this company for your move.
