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The Warsaw Chamber of Commerce understands that you are considering
the undertaking of the movement of a building. We would like
to express to you our satisfaction with Expert House Movers
of St. Louis. They just finished moving and 1855 solid masonry
building for us. The building weighed over 120 tons, had 12
inch thick walls and was 3 bricks thick.
Warsaw has been on the National Register of Historic Places
since 1978 due to its many buildings of architectural significance.
Because of this we felt that we needed to preserve an 1855
building that was on the riverfront that was in danger of
flooding. In 1993, it was spared but not by much. The movement
was up a steep hill to the main street of Warsaw. Expert House
Movers did a very professional job, both with their work and
their handling of details. They indeed impressed the citizens
of Warsaw who watched them work. We feel that you can put
your trust in Expert House Movers, you will not be sorry.
Warsaw Chamber of Commerce
Illinois
 The
City of Independence used Expert House Movers, Inc. for
the relocation of an historic 1879 frame railroad depot
in 1996. Expert's performance in relocating the Chicago
and Alton depot was exemplary. The experience and standard
of excellence which have earned Expert House Movers its
notable reputation were evidenced by the safe, efficient
and cooperative manner in which Expert moved the dilapidated
depot from it original site to its new site at the National
Frontier Trails Center for restoration.
As Manager of Independence's Historic Preservation
Division I feel confident that Expert House Movers, Inc. will
perform your moving task to your complete satisfaction. I
have been involved with the move of several historic buildings.
The experience with Expert House Movers was the best of the
lot. It is without hesitation that the Historic Preservation
Division of the City of Independence recommends Expert House
Movers, Inc. for any structural move.
Patrick H. Steele, Sr.
Historic Preservation Manager
City of Independence
I had the genuine pleasure of working
with Expert Construction Co., Inc. & House Moving
in October 1994. I was the project manager in charge
of moving a house for the Johnson County Museums. The
job sounded simple enough at first. As it turned out,
the 1950's ranch style house needed to be moved through
five (5) cities and on a State highway.
I had attempted to negotiate with three
house moving companies before I found Expert House Movers.
The previous three could not perform the job for reasons
varying from couldn't get bonding, lack of insurance,
difficulty of scope, time frame, etc. Expert House Movers
submitted a cost proposal in late September, provided
bonding and insurance certificates, acquired permits
and completed the house move by October 19.
The Matyikos were very professional,
performed the move two weeks before the deadline, within
the contract price and delivered the house in good condition.
They were very helpful in providing options and alternatives
when difficulties arose.
I feel fortunate to have had Expert Construction Co.,
Inc. & House Movers on our team. They will be my
first phone call if I am involved in another house moving
project.
Kim Morrissey
Project Manager
Johnson County, Kansas |
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As project manager for the community
relocation project within the Village of Rhineland, Missouri
I have had numerous dealings with John Matyiko and Expert
House Movers. It has been my experience that the work performed
by Expert House Movers has been exemplary.
The magnitude of the relocation project in
Rhineland is overwhelming. The performance of Expert House
Movers in this project has been extremely professional. The
work is being completed in a very timely manner, the homes
are moved with grace and ease, and the complaints from the
residents have been non-existent. Expert House Movers have
been fully cooperative and understanding of construction schedules
and have adjusted their schedules for the convenience of the
community. The work is done with utmost safety, care, and
precision.
I have enjoyed working with Expert House
Movers and would highly recommend them to any other community
or persons needing this service.
Steve W. Etcher
Executive Director
Boonslick Regional Planning Commission
I'm writing to thank you for the highly
professional, dedicated service performed by Expert House
Movers as part of the relocation of the Southeast Lighthouse
at Block Island. Your expertise was instrumental in the success
of the 250 foot trip taken by the 120 year old structure consisting
of a 5 story masonry tower attached to a 2.5 story masonry
dwelling. The design was the safest route and provided the
most stability to this fragile piece of history. The site
was amazingly safe, particularly in view of cramped quarters,
numerous personnel and equipment, personnel living on site,
the media interest, and approximately 5,000 visitors per month.
The quality of the work is directly attributable
to yourself, your brothers John, Joe, Jim and your entire
crew. You were a joy to work with and I hope our paths cross
again.
James A. Morocco
Resident Engineer
Department of Defense
It is rare
in today's world to find quality contractors. It is
even more challenging to find quality contractors willing
to tackle difficult projects which have never been attempted.
We asked you to move five concrete
building foundations and structures in Alton Illinois...you
replied no problem. The we told you one unit would weight
over 200 tons and you could only lift it at four precise
locations...you again said no problem. Finally we mentioned
that the units had to traverse a very steep launch ramp
and end up floating in the Mississippi River. Not only
did you take the job, you completed all phases of the
operation on time and on budget. We were amazed at the
skill, precision and pride your family brought to this
project.
We wish all three generations of Matyiko's
continued success and look forward to the opportunity
to work together on future projects.
Larry D. Molohon,
Jr.
Sales Manager
Galva-Foam Marine Industries |
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 Over
the past 20 years, Expert House Movers, Inc. and the Matyiko
family, have successfully accomplished a number of building
moves for the City of Virginia Beach. One of the moves that
Expert House Movers accomplished, under contract to the
City of Virginia Beach, was the relocation of the 24th Street
Lifesaving Station. Work for the City of Virginia Beach
has always been performed in a highly satisfactory manner,
and I am pleased to recommend Expert House Movers, Inc.
as an experienced and qualified contractor.
C. Oral Lambert,
Jr.
Chief of Staff
City of Virginia Beach
Cape Cod Light House Goes
for a Ride
"The Cape is wasting here on both sides,"
Henry David Thoreau wrote in 1855 of the surf-pounded
cliff under the Highland Light, a Cape Cod landmark.
"Erelong, the lighthouse must be moved."
"Erelong" is now. Last
July workers jacked onto rails this 400-ton, 66-foot-high
brick lighthouse, which in 1857 had replaced the one
Thoreau saw. It took 20 days to roll it 453 feet back
from the cliff. Now it's a new hazard on a golf course.
The original wood lighthouse began warning ships of
shoals off the Truro bluffs in 1797. "Then there
was 510 feet of cliff in front of the light,"
says Robert Firminger of the Truro Historical Society,
which persuaded the state of Massachusetts, the Coast
Guard, and the National Park Service to save the landmark.
"By last summer we were down to the last 100
feet." The Highland Light now is back in operation.
National
Geographic
January 1997
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