Don't Start From Scratch. Start With a System That Already Works.
Sterling Interstate has spent years perfecting how a moving company should run. Now we're handing that playbook to a select group of owners.
What to Expect
Three phases. Seven steps. No surprises from first conversation to opening day.
Phase 1Qualify
Make sure it's a fit- 01
Inquire
A 60-second form. No commitment.
- 02
Intro Call
30 minutes with Elliot on your goals and the model.
- 03
Apply
A confidential background and financial review.
Phase 2Discover
See everything- 04
Review the FDD
Full disclosure, a 14-day minimum review, your attorney welcome.
- 05
Discovery Day
See our crews, systems, and leadership in action in Phoenix.
Phase 3Launch
Build it- 06
Sign & Secure Territory
Mutual approval, then your territory is locked in.
- 07
Train & Open
Hands-on training, then launch support from day one.
A $20B+ Industry. A System Built to Win It.
The U.S. moving industry generates more than $20 billion a year, and roughly 28 million Americans move annually. That demand is driven by life events — and well-run moving companies are positioned to capture it.
Sterling Interstate is a locally-owned moving company based in Phoenix, Arizona. We stand by the belief that first and foremost we are in the customer service industry — and 400+ Google reviews at a perfect 5.0 prove it.
By investing in a Sterling Interstate franchise, you'll receive all the benefits of our tried-and-true system and years of expertise — without the liabilities and uncertainties of starting from scratch.
Why Franchise With Sterling Interstate
Starting a franchise with Sterling Interstate is a great way to hit the ground running — with the tools, support, and brand you need to succeed.
Purpose-Built Technology
Scheduling, dispatching, and customer management technology built specifically for running a moving company — not generic software bent to fit.
Coached by the Founder, Not a Call Center
Direct, in-person support from the owner of Sterling Interstate. An investment in us is our investment in you — you won't get this from a large corporate franchise.
A Perfect 5.0 on Google
400+ Google reviews at a 5.0 average, plus 4.9 on Yelp. You open your doors under a name people already trust — not a logo nobody has heard of.
A Playbook Built in the Trenches
Operations, crew management, customer service, and business development — every process already tested on real moves, so you're not guessing on day one.
Trained in Every Seat of the Business
In the classroom and in person, side by side with our team — operations, hiring, marketing, technology, and customer experience. You'll know how every part of the machine works.
Demand That Doesn't Wait on the Economy
New jobs, growing families, relocations — life keeps moving people, year-round, through every economic cycle.
$20B+ in Demand. Every Single Year. Want In?
See exactly how you go from first conversation to opening day — no guesswork, no surprises.
Built on Reviews Most Movers Only Dream Of
Sterling Interstate has built its reputation on accountability, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to customer experience. Every job is staffed with dedicated movers to ensure quality with every load — local or long distance.
- Dedicated movers assigned to every job
- Full accountability from pickup to delivery
- Consistent experience across local and long-distance moves
- Recognized brand with proven customer trust
Elliot Helm
Founder & Owner, Sterling Interstate
Built from the Ground Up
Elliot Helm started working in the moving industry in 2012, learning every aspect of the business from the ground up — from how to properly pack and protect a customer's belongings, to running efficient operations and building a team that cares.
After five years of mastering the craft alongside his mentor, Elliot opened Sterling Interstate in Phoenix, Arizona in early 2017. Since then, the company has earned a 5.0 Google rating across 400+ reviews by doing the simple things right, every single move: show up, own it, and treat every home like your own.
Sterling Interstate Franchise Systems is the result of a proven operational model — structured, scalable, and built for the long term. Elliot now offers qualified entrepreneurs the opportunity to own and operate their own Sterling Interstate franchise backed by real systems and real support.
"We pioneer removing the stress of moving — turning it into a positive mindset that this is just a new beginning."
— Elliot Helm, Founder
Available Markets
We're currently expanding across the Southwest. Prospective territories include:
About the Process
If This Sounds Like the Business You Want to Build
We're not looking to fill territories — we're looking for owners who care about the same things we do: doing right by the customer and building something real. If that's you, take the next step below.
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