Star Van & Storage Co. was founded in 1904 by Mr. J. H. Loper with a horse and wagon. After his death in 1954, Star Van & Storage Co. was lead by Mr. Lopers widow, Millicent Loper and her daughter Josephine Schermerhorn. Jack Andrews took the reins in 1960. Current owner, John Andrews, took over in 1988. He changed the name to Apartment Movers of Lincoln. The name was changed back in 1988.
All local moves (within Lincoln, NE) are regulated by the Nebraska Public Service Commission (NPSC). All movers must have local authority from the NPSC and adhere to regulations set forth in the "Official Intracity Household Goods Tariff 22." Cost is based upon an hourly charge.
All moves that begin or end outside the Lincoln city limits within the State of Nebraska are also regulated by the NPSC. All movers must have authority from the NPSC and adhere to regulations set forth in the "Official Household Goods Tariff 7-F." Cost is based upon the weight of the shipment and the distance it travels. The rates are contained in "Tariff 7-F."
All moves that cross state lines are regulated by the U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT). All movers must have authority from the DOT and ahere to regulations promulgated by the DOT. Cost is based upon the weight of the shipment and the distance it travels. The rates are contained in the "Nationwide Household Goods Relocation Tariff 400-M" published by the Household Goods Carriers' Bureau Committee. "Tariff 400-M" allows movers to offer discounts to published rates.
Star Van & Storage Co. operates on an interstate basis under the authority of Andrews Van Lines, Inc., located in Norfolk, NE.
