Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Moving & Logistics Solutions in Lowell, MA
Sterling has been a trusted leader in the moving and logistics industry since 1952, delivering comprehensive commercial, residential, and specialized transportation services across New England. Our family-owned business combines decades of expertise with a commitment to innovation, offering end-to-end solutions tailored to diverse industries including healthcare, technology, and manufacturing. With a fleet of over 30 commercial crews and 13,000+ annual jobs, we prioritize customer satisfaction through meticulous planning, trained professionals, and environmentally conscious practices.Our white-glove service ensures the safe handling of high-value items, while our 400,000-square-foot warehousing and cold chain storage solutions provide flexibility for clients' evolving needs. As the largest moving company in Massachusetts, we remain dedicated to building lasting relationships through reliability, transparency, and a focus on exceeding client expectations.
Services
Commercial Moving
Residential Moving
Warehousing
Specialty Freight Transportation
Furniture Installation
Building Decommissioning
Cold Chain Storage
Lab Relocation
Office Moving
Trade Show Shipping
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- We offer end-to-end services for commercial, residential, and specialty logistics needs.
- Our crews receive in-house training for handling high-value, sensitive equipment.
- Flexible scheduling accommodates evening and weekend moves to minimize disruptions.
- We maintain 400,000 sq ft of climate-controlled warehousing with inventory tracking.
- Certified green initiatives ensure sustainable practices in all relocation processes.
What people say
Phenomenal crew
Nothing damaged
Seamless move
Professional and organized
Experienced team
Services
Commercial Moving
Sterling provides comprehensive commercial moving services tailored to businesses of all sizes. Our expert teams handle everything from pre-move planning to furniture installation and decommissioning. We specialize in minimizing downtime for office relocations, ensuring secure transportation of sensitive equipment and seamless transitions for clients across industries like healthcare, technology, and manufacturing.
Residential Moving
Our residential moving services offer stress-free solutions for homeowners and renters. From local moves within New England to cross-country relocations, we provide packing, transportation, and unpacking services with white-glove care for valuables. Our trained crews ensure proper handling of delicate items while maintaining efficient timelines for household transitions.
Specialty Freight Transportation
Sterling's specialty freight services cater to transporting sensitive equipment across industries. We handle laboratory machinery, medical devices, and fine art with temperature-controlled vehicles and secure logistics networks. Our expertise includes cold chain storage solutions and compliance with chain-of-custody protocols for fragile or time-sensitive materials.
Warehousing
With over 400,000 square feet of climate-controlled storage space, we offer flexible short- and long-term warehousing options. Our facilities feature 24/7 monitored security systems and inventory tracking capabilities. Services include storage for surplus equipment, seasonal items, and specialized materials requiring controlled environments or cold chain management.
Furniture Installation
Our skilled installers handle complete office furniture reconfigurations, including modular workstations, lab benches, and library shelving. We coordinate installations during off-hours to minimize business disruption, working with all major manufacturers' systems. The service includes proper disposal of old materials and donation of reusable items when possible.
People
Jerry Markow
Owner
Jerry Markow founded Sterling's Office Services Division in 1994 after a decade in office furniture sales. He purchased Sterling in 2019, combining three regional branches into New England's largest logistics company with 300 employees. He graduated from Northeastern University with a Business and Marketing degree.
Dan Markow
Owner
Dan Markow began working at Sterling as a teenage mover and progressed through roles from dispatcher to operations director. After graduating from Northeastern University's business program, he co-purchased the company with his father in 2019. He now oversees strategic direction alongside Jerry Markow.
Questions
Is there a charge to receive a quote for my move?
No, our consultation and detailed move planning are always free of charge.
Do you handle donation or recycling of unwanted items?
Yes, we donate usable items to charity and recycle all appropriate materials.
Will you communicate directly with our employees about the move?
We can meet with all staff members to address questions and preparation needs.
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve healthcare, technology, manufacturing, academic, and biotech organizations.
Do you offer storage solutions during relocations?
Yes, we provide climate-controlled short- and long-term storage options.
Can you handle complex equipment moves?
Our specialty includes moving sensitive medical, lab, and technical equipment.
