Happ Movers Inc

About us

Happ Movers is a family owned company built on a reputation for customer service and honest work ethic. In business for over 50 years, we owe our success to our history of excellence and customer references. As the premier moving company on the north shore, we treat every customer with courtesy and respect. We specialize in local residential and office moving as well as piano and antique moves. From the logistical planning of your move, to packing, shipping , hoisting, and problem solving, we are experienced in every stage of moving. 10 employees. No subcontractors. Charges are hourly, including travel time.

Business highlights

70 years of experience

Services we offer

Apartments, Homes, Moving, Offices, Packing Services., Piano & Organ Moving

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.999 Reviews
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ERIC A.
Apr 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
They showed up on time and did what they said they were going to do. They were very reliable no bad surprises.

Matthew M.
Mar 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
Big thumbs up!

Elizabeth E.
Mar 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
The guys who came to move the couch were very courteous, helpful, persistent, efficient, strong and friendly.  The price was very good for the amount of work and the time it took.  I received a few calls throughout the day updating me on the time they'd arrive.  All in all, it was a satisfying experience.

William J.
Mar 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
I was trying to find a mover to accomodate a piano without hiring two companies.  My initial discussion showed they were experienced and organized.  They arrived on time, were friendly and professional and careful.  They did not charge additional for the few steps at the destination location.  The movers took appropriate time to plan which entrance to use and how to move the piano and set it in place.  They also took the time to expalin to me how to move the piano without scratching the floor, if I ever needed to move it.  It was an easy move tand they treated my mothers belongings as if their own.

David H.
Mar 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Good response to both calls.

Kim M.
Mar 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$375
They were very pleasant and helpful over the phone. We discussed dates and times and they got back to me as promised when they need to coordinate with other moves. In the end, I think they showed up a bit later than expected for my afternoon move, but  I had noted ahead of time that my schedule was flexible, so this wasn't an issue.

Over the phone, they outlined charges and clarified that they use bands and blankets as opposed to bubble wrap and tape, which I was glad to hear because bubble wrap and tape are bad for the environment and tend to hurt the pocketbook, too.  Also, our move was only about a mile and most of the furniture was hand-me-down items destined for our unfinished basement.

That said, our vintage player piano is priceless and irreparable, I was nervous about that piece. Built in the 1920s it's an upright that's about close to 5 feet high and weighs about 800 pounds. They brought it up a wide flight of stairs, loaded it into the truck and delivered it safely to my living room, where it passed the ultimate test-- the player mechanism still works.

We previously moved the piano with Burrows, whose crew wrapped and cared for the piano more carefully. However, Happ moved the piano along with several items, like a futon frame and several 6-foot tall bookshelves, for less than it cost me to move only the piano with Burrows about two years earlier.

The Happ crew  took care to protect our newly refinished wood floors as they brought items into the house. My bill was less than expected because the crew worked efficiently and, happily, there were no hidden or extra charges


Arleen G.
Feb 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
We hired them to move my mother in law from one apt to another in the same complex. They were fast and everything went well. We also hired them to move some furniture to a consignment shop. 

Eric L.
Feb 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Perfect.

Jon T.
Feb 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
They were perfect. They were really good guys!

Marian S.
Nov 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
excellent

Pete B.
Sep 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$160
They were great. I couldn't be happier. 

Jacqueline D.
Aug 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
The move was set for 7:30 am and Paul, Jesse and Earl were 10 minutes early, which I loved!  They set up and we all headed up the elevator to Mom's condo.

They were curteous to residents and did not hold up the only elevator during the move so people could go to work.

The 3 pieces were quickly and carefully moved into the hallway for staging.  The sofa bed went down first, along with my Mom who led them to the spot where it was to be placed for pickup.  This went smoothly.

The 2 pieces going to my house were loaded into the elevator and onto the truck quickly and efficiently. 

I left to get to my house and they were right behind me.  The chest and dresser were placed exactly where I wanted them and they asked if there was anything else I needed moved.

The whole job took 1 1/2 hours and went off without a hitch.

They were friendly, helpful and I would indeed use this service again.

ERIC A.
Jun 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
They were on time, efficient, and did everything I asked.

Deborah D.
Jun 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
After we discussed the appointment time, they called back to get me in the next day.  I had called another piano mover I had used in the past and that mover never called me back, which meant I was short of time to get the piano moved.  I will probably use them for general moving also. They checked the piano beforehand for scratches etc. and brought them to my attention. The 3 guys they sent were strong enough to lift the piano and had the specialized equipment. Let's face it, their guys were prompt and sober which is not always the case with one time movers.


KUENOK L.
May 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$135
They arrived at the very beginning of the delivery window, loaded up the piano in a matter of minutes and dropped it off in a matter of minutes.  The total cost was only $135 which was below estimate. Throughout the move they were professional and I had confidence that they were handling the piano well.  I definitely recommend them.

Scott S.
Apr 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
I called Happ on Tuesday for an estimate to move a piano.  She said it would probably take three guys 2.5 hours to complete the job and that they could do it first thing the following morning!  I called a couple other places and Happ's estimate was right in the middle of the other two and Happ was so much more organized and professional, so I reserved the time.  On Wednesday morning, they showed up right on time and were done in 2 hours.  What a great job!  They were very careful with my piano, on a wet day and up to a "high" first floor.  I would definitely recommend them!

Stacy R.
Apr 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$216
They were wonderful! Picked up and delivered much earlier than expected. The movers chose the most direct route and did an excellent job!

WALTER L.
Feb 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$355
Happ was very accomodating. The movers came early due to a scheduling mix-up. There was severe weather that day so many of Happ's customers were switching schedules and creating chaos with Happ's day. Despite this the scheduler kept his cool, and the movers who met me a the studio apartment were courteous and easy to deal with. When we got to my two story house we needed the goods dispersed to both the second floor and the basement. We also needed to have some items moved from the second floor to the basement to make room. The movers handled everything we threw at them without grumbling. Happ bills by the hour, and did not seek to gouge us for the extra time wasted in the morning with the scheduling mix up. This is the second time we have used Happ, and will use them again.

Vicky D.
Jan 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Called for an estimate and received a quote over the phone. Movers arrived up on time and delivered to the destination on time. Courteous and polite - would use again!

TEME R.
Dec 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$81
Happ was the only mover we called who offered a reasonable price for a small job. We had to move our treadmill from upstairs to downstairs and since it was down a flight of steep, slate stairs, we thought it would be best to hire a professional. The other moving companies we called quoted us minimum prices and travel charges from $160-$280, even though this was less than a half an hour job. Happ quoted us $109, but only charged us $81 when it took less time than we thought. We are very appreciative that they agreed to do this small job at such a reasonable price and will definitely call them when we have a larger move. Very much recommend. (Also, really nice people ... and they were able to fit us in a day after we called.)

LAURIE S.
Sep 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$475
Fantastic. The movers were professional and personable. They also were efficient and did no damage. They were on time and the estimated time to move was accurate despite the fact that we asked them to poisiton furniture in a couple of different ways.

Sara T.
Sep 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$286
I scheduled a move for Wednesday morning about a week in advance. Happ sent two movers and a full-size truck. They arrived about half an hour early and got to work right away. When they reached the destination they jumped right in and put everything where I asked them to. They were polite, efficient and well-organized, and finished up in just under 3 hours (including transit time). I'd recommend them to anyone moving in/to/from the Chicagoland area.

CATHY B.
Sep 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
it went very well. We hired 2 men for one hour and accomplished all the above including moving a table saw up from the basement to the garage and moving one of those old 2 sided concrete laundry tubs down the wall a few feet in the basement. They were pleasant, punctual, very respectful of our things and careful not to ding any door frames, etc. There was no grunting or unpleasant attitude at all. I would have these guys to dinner. It was well worth $100 to us to have all this moved and not strain our backs.

Danielle B.
Aug 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Very professional, kind, and hard working. We would use them again!

Marie B.
Jul 2009
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$170
Three men arrived on time. The piano needed to be turned on it's side due to our small entry way. They were extremely careful. The piano arrived safely at the condo and just fit into the small elevator. We were charged for 1 and 1/4 hour service. It was much cheaper than we anticipated. I would definitely use them again.
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FAQ

Happ Movers Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Happ Movers Inc accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Happ Movers Inc offers free project estimates.
No, Happ Movers Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Happ Movers Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, Happ Movers Inc does not offer emergency services.
No, Happ Movers Inc does not offer warranties.