What counts as West San Jose?
The part of the city west of Interstate 880 and State Route 17, reaching out toward Cupertino and Saratoga. Santa Clara is to the north and Campbell to the south. Most addresses fall in ZIP 95117, 95128, 95129 or 95130.
Stevens Creek Boulevard, Winchester Boulevard, Saratoga Avenue and Lawrence Expressway are the main roads, and Interstate 280 runs east to west through the area.
What are the homes like?
Two very different kinds. Around Santana Row, Westfield Valley Fair and Stevens Creek Boulevard there are condos, apartments and units above shops. Away from the main roads, the neighborhoods are mostly single-story ranch homes on quiet streets, plus townhome and apartment communities along the larger avenues.
How do moves at Santana Row work?
Buildings there are mixed-use, with homes over stores and restaurants. Management sets the move hours, assigns the elevator and the loading area and usually asks for a certificate of insurance. We provide the COI and plan the truck around the loading rules.
Weekends and holiday shopping season bring heavy traffic around Santana Row and Valley Fair, so a weekday or early start is easier.
Where does the truck park at a house?
At most ranch homes, in the driveway or at the curb out front. If the truck has to hold a stretch of city street, San Jose's Department of Transportation issues a Tow-Away Permit. Apply about two weeks before the move.
How should I get ready?
Make a list of the large and fragile pieces, measure anything that might not fit through the new door, and check your building's move rules if you are in a condo or apartment. If there is a gap between homes, plan for packing and storage.
Do you handle art and design furniture?
Yes. Art, mirrors and design pieces are wrapped in moving blankets, framed pieces can be boxed, and furniture that needs it is taken apart and reassembled. Tell us about anything unusually large or valuable when you ask for a quote.
