CLEARWATER - You could probably say, based on more than 26 years of experience and the steady building of a business for 17 years, that Reliable Moving and Storage is well named.
Steve Strange, the sole owner of the company, began with one truck, a couple of helpers, and a will to work.
That has translated into success and a company now with five trucks of various sizes, 15 full time movers (most of them with the company a minimum of seven years) and an office staff of three.
Gary Stein directs traffic in the office which is attached to the warehouse out near the old Jack Russell Stadium.
The neat thing is that Reliable Moving and Storage is as near as your telephone - 442-9815 - or you can learn about the company and its services and make contact through its web site at www.reliablemoversandstorage.com .
For those who have to delay in moving their furniture and household stuff storage is available in the company's climate controlled facility.
Reliable, which does local and long distance moves, is full service - it packs, moves and unpacks all furniture and household items.
A special deal is offered to seniors who are moving - they can get a 20 percent discount.
No doubt that Strange and his company get the job done.
Beyond that, he has an active involvement in the community.
This was recognized by the Clearwater Chamber of Commerce which named Reliable Moving and Storage the Small Business Company of the Year in 2004.
Community support and involvement is also seen in the annual Strang Man's October biathalon which combines running and swimming events.
Proceeds from the biathalon are donated to the American Lung Association each year.