Two Small Town Trailer Boys Who Built Something Real
Sunrise Moving & Packing started in 2021, when brothers Josh and I decided the moving industry needed to work differently.
It started with a favor. Our brother down in Texas needed help moving and booked it through U-Haul. Watching that experience up close, we saw the gap plainly: the industry was full of inconsistency, and reliability was treated like a bonus instead of the baseline.
We knew the business firsthand. Both of us had worked for a big-name moving company before, so we understood what the industry got wrong, and what it would take to do it right. At the time, I was selling insurance and had just had my second daughter. Money was tight, and we were both looking for something more.
So we booked our first job. Then another. Referrals started coming in. Five-star reviews became the norm, not the exception. And at a certain point, the side project stopped being a side project. We went all in.
Where We Started
Josh and I grew up in a small town, and we grew up fast. We lost both our parents when we were ten years old. Whatever we’ve built since then, we built it ourselves, and we built it together.
That’s part of why reliability matters so much to us. We know what it means to depend on people, and we know what it means when they show up. Every crew member who wears the Sunrise shirt understands that showing up is not optional. It’s the whole business.
Four Years Later
What started as one truck and one job through U-Haul has grown into a company with 40+ trucks and 3 locations, serving families and businesses across five states.
We’re proud of the growth, but we haven’t lost sight of why we started. Every move still gets the same standard: trained crews, transparent pricing, and the kind of care we’d want for our own family’s belongings. Not a subcontracted crew. Not a rotating cast of strangers. Sunrise, every time.
Two brothers who came from nothing, determined to build something people could actually count on. That’s still the mission today.
Moving Made Simple
Great moves come down to good people, plain and simple. Our crews are trained, background checked, and genuinely invested in getting it right. We pad and wrap every piece, load with a plan, and stay easy to work with all day. Big move or small, you get careful hands, clear communication, and zero stress, from the first call to the last box.
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Professional Moving Experts
Our experienced movers are professionally trained to handle every move with precision, care, and efficiency.
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Customer-First Service
We provide clear communication, reliable scheduling, and personalized support to deliver a smooth, stress-free experience.
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Full-Service Packing
Our professional packing services use quality materials to keep your belongings safe, secure, and protected.
WRAP IT, PACK IT, MOVE IT, ASSEMBLE IT
WITH SUNRISE.
Don’t just take our word for it, hear directly from the families and businesses who trusted Sunrise with their most important move.
Furniture Assembly
Expert furniture assembly and disassembly to ensure your items are safely prepared for transport and set up properly at your new location.
Local Moves
Reliable and efficient local moving services, ensuring a seamless transition whether you’re relocating across town or just down the street.
Commercial Moving
Full-service office and business relocations handled with minimal downtime and maximum care for your equipment and workspace.
Packing Services & Supplies
Professional packing and unpacking services and supplies to protect your belongings and make your move as efficient and hassle-free as possible.
Piano & Safe Moving
We specialize in moving pianos, safes, hot tubs, play sets, and other oversized items using proper equipment and techniques for safe, damage-free handling.
Long Distance Moves
Designed to deliver a seamless, stress-free experience with careful planning, secure transport, and clear communication every step of the way.
See What People Are Saying About Sunrise.
More than 12,500 5-star reviews from satisfied clients located in Illinois, Missouri, and Kansas! Want to read more or share your experience with Sunrise?
Why Families & Businesses Choose Sunrise?
We combine professional expertise, careful handling, and dependable service to make every move simple, efficient, and worry-free. Your satisfaction is our priority every step of the way.
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Background-Checked Crews
Every mover is trained, vetted, and background checked so you always know who's in your home.
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Licensed & Insured
Fully licensed and insured for both local and long-distance moves. Complete peace of mind guaranteed.
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On Time, Every Time
With a 97% on-time arrival rate, we show up when we say we will, no excuses, no surprises.
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Less Than 1% Damage Rate
We treat your belongings like our own. Our careful packing and loading methods keep your items safe.
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Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees, no last minute surprises. Honest, upfront pricing before we ever lift a box.
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Award Winning Service
Top rated moving company with over 3,500 five star reviews across Google, Facebook, and Yelp.
How It Works
We combine professional expertise, careful handling, and dependable service to make every move simple, efficient, and worry-free. Your satisfaction is our priority every step of the way.
Get a Free Quote
Fill out our simple form or give us a call. We'll provide a clear, honest estimate with no hidden fees.
Schedule Your Move
Pick a date that works for you. We offer flexible scheduling to fit your timeline.
We Handle Everything
Our trained crew arrives on time, packs and wraps your items with care, and loads everything safely.
Settle In & Relax
We unload, place your items exactly where you want them, and make sure you're fully settled before we leave.
We Move You Anywhere
Serving families and businesses across Illinois, Missouri, and Kansas
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend booking at least 2 to 4 weeks in advance, especially during peak season (May to September). We also accommodate last-minute moves when possible.
Yes. Sunrise Moving & Packing is fully licensed and insured for both local and long-distance moves (US DOT #: 4004648, MC#: 1506082). Every crew member is background checked, and every move is covered.
Yes. We offer full packing and unpacking services along with packing supplies, so you can pack as much or as little yourself as you’d like.
Yes. Our crews are trained and equipped to safely move pianos, safes, hot tubs, play sets, and other heavy or oversized items using proper handling techniques and equipment.
We serve families and businesses across Illinois, Missouri, and Kansas, including Godfrey, Swansea, St. Louis, Maryland Heights, Kansas City, North Kansas City, and Shawnee.
Ready for a Smooth, Stress-Free Move?
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote and let us handle every step with care and professionalism.