About Us
History
In the fall of 1987, John Lugar and a friend moved a family to Florida during a college break for the adventure and $300. This trip led to the founding of Virginia Varsity Transfer based on becoming the “good guys” of the moving industry: clean-cut, professional, and honest.
Upon Lugar’s graduation in 1991, the company became a full-time operation. Throughout the next decade, Virginia Varsity acquired national licensing, expanded its staff, increased its fleet, established a headquarters, and developed an outstanding reputation.
Today, Virginia Varsity operates numerous storage facilities, employs a staff of approximately 50, and is headquartered in Salem, VA. The company has received many awards and widespread recognition for its customer service and ethical business practices. Virginia Varsity continues to reinvest heavily in training, equipment, and professional development in the ongoing pursuit of delivering an ever-higher level of service to its customers.
Virginia Varsity Advantages
Virginia Varsity has an unrivaled reputation in the Roanoke Valley for quality service and professionalism.
Honest, Accurate Estimating
We are up front with our estimates. We ask the right questions and provide an estimate you can expect to be accurate, with no hidden charges or unexpected fees.
Experienced, Well-Trained Staff
We never use day laborers. Our crews are experienced, full-time, and dedicated. All staff are selectively hired, thoroughly trained, and offered monthly incentive-based performance bonuses.
Locally-Owned & Community Focused
Founded by a Roanoke native, Virginia Varsity Transfer is based in Salem, VA, while Virginia Varsity Storage has locations throughout the Roanoke and New River Valleys. Virginia Varsity recognizes the community’s role in its growth and continually reinvests and gives back to the community.
Nationally Licensed, Certified Company
Virginia Varsity Transfer maintains all required licenses and certifications to offer both local and long-distance moving services. Both moving and storage companies belong to national trade associations to stay current on the latest industry developments.
Direct Long-Distance Service
Virginia Varsity Transfer offers a unique service: direct long-distance moves with set delivery dates performed by the same crew throughout. This certainty alleviates much of the anxiety associated with moving.
Quality Storage Properties
Our region-wide, professionally managed storage facilities are high-quality and offer options for whatever your needs, including climate-controlled storage.
Storage for Everyone & Everything
Our storage is ideal for students, families in transition, businesses, sales representatives, renovation projects, and more.
Outstanding Reputation
Virginia Varsity has great reviews wherever you look. We encourage you to do your homework on us. Check out our reviews or ask your neighbor!
Ethical Business Practice
In 2000, the BBB of Western Virginia awarded Virginia Varsity the “Torch Award” for marketplace ethics; VVT was a national finalist. Roanoke Valley residents have voted Virginia Varsity Roanoke’s Best Mover every year since 1996.
Affiliations
As part of providing our customers with the very best service and industry knowledge, we actively participate in several state and national professional and industry organizations. We stay current on the latest developments in the moving and storage industries and adhere to best practices. Our customers are the beneficiaries of our commitment to continuous improvement.
Virginia Varsity belongs to the following associations and organizations:
American Trucking Association
American Trucking Association is the largest national trade association for the trucking industry. The ATA Moving & Storage Conference is the leading national organization representing household goods moving companies and industry suppliers, as well as various state moving and storage associations.
Self Storage Association
For more than 38 years, the Self Storage Association has served as the official trade organization and voice of the U.S. and international self storage industry.
Virginia Movers & Warehousemen’s Association
VMWA exists to achieve the best possible operating environment for the users of moving services in Virginia.
Virginia Self Storage Association
VASSA is a group of owners and operators organized to strengthen and enhance the self storage industry in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS
Virginia Varsity is an affiliate member of the RVAR and has a great relationship with the Roanoke Valley’s Realtors.
