Three Generations. One Van That Started It All.
Allegheny Valley Transfer has been moving Pittsburgh families and businesses for a century — not as a broker, not as a middleman, but as the crew that shows up and does the work ourselves.
It Started With One Van and Eleven Kids Willing to Work
In 1925, our founders’ grandparents purchased a single moving van and began offering moving services to families across the greater Pittsburgh area. There was no fleet, no franchise and no shortcuts — just a family willing to put in the work. All eleven of their children pitched in, and the values that built this company were set from day one: show up, work hard, and take care of people’s belongings like they’re your own.
That family business grew through the decades, but it never stopped being a family business. In the 1960s, the sudden loss of a family member brought a new generation into leadership sooner than expected, and father and son ran the company together through the years that followed — adapting with the industry while holding on to the same standards. We joined the Allied Van Lines family in the 1950s and have been a proud agent ever since.
By 1995, leadership had passed fully to the third generation, who acquired the business from their siblings and carried it forward through economic ups and downs. When the company faced the loss of another family leader years later, that same commitment to excellence — and a refusal to cut corners — kept Allegheny Valley Transfer moving forward.
Today the company continues to be guided by the same philosophy: if you’re going to do something, do it right, and never stop learning how to do it better. A hundred years later, we’re still the same kind of company our founders were — just with a much bigger truck.
“To be successful, you must truly enjoy and excel in your chosen profession.”
— A philosophy passed down through three generations of Allegheny Valley Transfer leadership
Full-Service Movers. Never a Broker. Never Subcontracted.
We’re the ones who show up
Unlike brokers who hand your move off to the lowest bidder, our own trained crew handles every job from start to finish.
Licensed & insured
Fully licensed, fully insured, and held to the same standards as the world’s largest moving network through our Allied Van Lines partnership.
Transparent pricing
No hidden fees, no surprise add-ons at delivery. You’ll know your costs before moving day arrives.
Top-rated drivers
Our drivers are hand-picked for skill, safety and professionalism — and rank among the best in the moving industry.
Packing to storage
Full and fragile packing, unpacking, crating, and short- or long-term storage in our secure, climate-conscious facility.
Local to international
Residential, commercial, interstate and international moves — all handled with the same hands-on care our founders started with.
The People Behind the Wheel
Our drivers are the face of Allegheny Valley Transfer on moving day. Here are two you’re likely to meet.
Steve Pollak
Steve has been part of the Allegheny family for more than 50 years. He started as a coffee runner in his early teens, became a local dispatcher and eventually an owner-operator. Steve has moved families all over the USA and has come across every type of furniture and situation there is. Off the road he enjoys time with his wife and grandkids.
Questions during your move? Call the office at (412) 653-1200 or reach Steve directly at 412-298-3126.
Patrick “Boomer” Pollak
His name is Patrick, but friends and family call him Boomer. Boomer grew up in the moving business — his father also drives for Allegheny Valley — and his goal on every job is to make the process more enjoyable and less stressful for the customer. When he’s not on the road, you’ll find him at home with his wife and two kids.
Reach Boomer directly at 724-989-8163, or call the office at (412) 653-1200.
Part of the World’s Largest Logistics Network
Allegheny Valley Transfer is one of more than 800 Allied sister agents internationally, with over 9,500 trucks in the Allied fleet. Nothing earns a customer’s trust like quality — and while some van lines talk quality, we deliver it through careful planning and close monitoring of every service we provide.
Our continued success is measured by the referrals we receive from satisfied customers. We realize every move and every person’s needs are unique, and our professionally trained relocation consultants guide you through the entire process. Don’t hesitate to ask a question — that’s why we’re here.
Trusted. Professional. Proven for a Century.
Licensed and insured. Agent for Allied Van Lines (USDOT 076235, MC-15735). BBB Accredited with an A+ rating. Women’s Choice Award “America’s Most Recommended Moving Company.” WBENC-certified Women’s Business Enterprise.
Let the same family that has moved Pittsburgh since 1925 handle your next move.
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