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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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National
Geographic
January 1997
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