Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Residential and Commercial Moving Services in San Rafael
Graf Van & Storage has been a trusted leader in the moving and storage industry since 1971. Founded by Leroy Gelsi-Medeot as a local family-owned business, we joined the United Van Lines network in 1985 to expand our capabilities while maintaining personalized service. Our expertise spans residential, commercial, and international moves, supported by a 21,000-square-foot secure warehouse and a team of trained professionals. We specialize in corporate relocations, office moves, and storage solutions for both households and businesses. As Honor Members of the Better Business Bureau and licensed with the Public Utilities Commission, we prioritize reliability and customer satisfaction.Our family remains actively involved in daily operations to ensure every move meets our high standards. We offer after-hours and weekend services to minimize business disruption and provide free, no-obligation estimates. Our commitment to quality includes handling sensitive electronics, custom packing processes, and comprehensive relocation planning. With decades of experience in Northern California, we service San Francisco, Marin County, and Sonoma County while coordinating nationwide and global moves through our United Van Lines network. Our mission remains to make every relocation as stress-free as possible for our clients.
Services
Residential Moving
Commercial Moving
International Moving
Storage Solutions
Packing Services
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1971 with deep Northern California expertise
- Honor Members of the Better Business Bureau since 1985
- 24/7 warehouse security with fire-suppression systems
- Specialized handling of electronics and fragile items
- Free no-obligation estimates with personalized planning
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
- Public Utilities Commission (PUC)
Services
Residential Moving
We provide comprehensive residential moving services throughout Northern California and beyond. Our trained team handles all aspects from packing fragile items to furniture placement in your new home. With specialized equipment for large items and 24/7 support during transit, we ensure secure transport of household goods while minimizing stress for homeowners.
Commercial Moving
Our commercial moving service specializes in corporate relocations and office moves. We coordinate transport of furniture, computers, and sensitive electronics with minimal business disruption. Offering after-hours and weekend services, our team maps equipment placement beforehand to ensure efficient setup in your new commercial space while maintaining data security protocols.
International Moving
Through our United Van Lines network, we facilitate international moves to over 200 countries. Our service includes document preparation for customs clearance, valuation assistance, and cultural transition guidance. We handle both household goods and corporate shipments with secure packing methods and tracking systems for overseas transportation.
Storage Solutions
Our 31,000-square-foot storage facility features 24/7 security monitoring and automatic fire suppression systems. We offer short- and long-term storage for household goods, office furniture, and business records with controlled access. The climate-controlled environment protects valuables while our inventory system ensures quick retrieval of stored items.
Packing Services
We provide expert packing services using industry-grade materials for maximum protection. Our team specializes in packing fragile items, electronics, and unique objects like waterbeds and grandfather clocks. We offer custom crating solutions and can handle partial or full packing services with labeling systems for organized unpacking at your destination.
People
Leroy Gelsi-Medeot
Founder
Leroy established Graf Van & Storage in 1971 with two moving vans and 3,000 sq. ft. of storage. He built the company into a Northern California leader while maintaining family involvement in daily operations. His commitment to quality service continues through the current team's personalized approach to every move.
Questions
What areas do you service for residential moves?
We service San Francisco, Marin County, and Sonoma County for local moves, with nationwide and international capabilities through our United Van Lines network.
Do you offer storage solutions for businesses?
Yes, we provide secure commercial storage in our 31,000 sq. ft. facility with 24/7 security monitoring and controlled access for business records and equipment.
How do you handle fragile or specialty items?
Our team uses specialized packing techniques for fragile items, electronics, and unique objects like waterbeds and grandfather clocks to ensure safe transport.
Are your movers trained for office relocations?
Yes, we have experienced teams for office moves with expertise in handling computers, sensitive electronics, and furniture rearrangement during business hours.
Can you assist with international moves?
Through our United Van Lines partnership, we coordinate moves to over 200 countries with customs documentation preparation and cultural transition guidance.
What makes Graf different from other moving companies?
As a family-owned business since 1971, we combine decades of local expertise with nationwide resources while maintaining personalized service for every client.
