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Avatar for Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
4.8(
427
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All Service Moving was exceptional. Great customer service - easy to schedule and flexible. Royce & Frost did an AMAZING job moving all of our very heavy and fragile belongings. They handled all of our requests and items with care and worked both efficiently and quickly. They were super friendly and very customer service oriented. I can't thank them enough for the GREAT job they did. I highly recommend All Service Moving for anything moving and/or storage related. And DEFINITELY request Royce & Frost to handle your job. Thank You!"
Unloading team
Aaron on the left is the crew lead of the entire two truck job. This photo is during the load.
The loading team at commercial building 1 in SW Portland.
Loading the grand Piano with a custom built 6 wheel off road dolly
Tier building

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Golan's Moving & Storage Inc
4.2(
420
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First time using Golan's Moving & Storage and it was a great experience. They worked really fast and were able to pack everything up and take things apart without a problem. Everything was smooth and seamless. Also, they tell you upfront what to expect and no hidden fees. I Highly recommend using Golan's Moving & Storageto everyone."
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House Move
House Move
House Move
House Move

+9

Recommended by81%of homeowners
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STI Moving & Storage Inc
4.6(
112
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The service that I have got from Good STI Moving & Storage Inc. is way above the average. The moving team was respectful, systematic, and very careful with my things. Everything was fair, and I had a great time. They made me very happy and I would advise them to everybody who needs a moving service."
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Chicago Moving Company
Chicago Moving Company

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Honey Bees Moving and Storage
4.8(
30
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Moving In-State

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Honey Bees Moving was AWESOME! Tim and his team moved our equipment perfectly. It was a tough move with lots of stairs at both ends, and a new location that isn't on GPS completely. They took care of our equipment and both locations like they were their own. I would definitely recommend Honey Bees for any move you're making!"
Packing and loading furniture in semi. For cross country.
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Mighty Moving, Inc.
4.7(
131
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We would highly recommend Mighty Moving. We used them for moving and storage. We could not be more pleased with the service received and experience we had. Mike & Robbie were wonderful walking us through the process from the beginning to the end. Our movers were excellent and professional. We would use them again in a heartbeat!"
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+26

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Windy City Movers
4.6(
80
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’m really pleased with the service provided by Windy City! The movers were extremely professional, efficient, and friendly. They arrived on time, worked tirelessly throughout the entire move, and handled my belongings with great care. Despite the extreme heat, they maintained a positive attitude and completed the move as planned. The staff members were also very helpful and accommodating, assisting me with any questions or changes that I needed to make. The price was exactly as quoted, and I was delighted to discover that none of my items were damaged during the move. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of moving services!"
Chinese Artifacts
Chinese Artifacts
Chinese Artifacts
$80K Oxygen Chamber
$80K Oxygen Chamber

+8

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Elite Moving & Storage - Accepting 3+ Bedroom Projects
4.2(
61
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Elite movers were great! I had 4 movers that brought all the packing materials, packed and moved everything within 7 hours. They treated my items with care and were very helpful. Thank you for successful move and for a great packing. It would take me weeks to finish packing what they did within just few hours."
Chicago Local Movers
Long Distance Movers
Grade A BBB
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Big Shoulders Moving & Storage
4.1(
176
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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Awesome moving company. Oscar and his crew moved me from Chicago to Texas with no damages. The price was reasonable. I highly recommend this moving company to anyone out there trying to Move !!"
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+1

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Moving questions, answered by experts

To pack mugs securely for a move, start by lining the bottom of a moving box with padded packing material like bubble wrap. Wrap each mug individually, tucking the ends of the bubble wrap inside the mug for a snug fit. For extra protection, consider using a moving box with built-in slots to keep the mugs separated.

When placing the mugs in the box, pack them tightly enough to prevent them from shifting, but not so tightly that they are under pressure. Fill any empty gaps between the mugs with additional packing material. To keep the box from becoming too heavy, it's best to pack no more than 10 mugs per box. Finally, be sure to label the box as “fragile” so movers know to handle it with care.

The most cost-effective way to move is to DIY most of the moving tasks, including packing, driving the moving truck, and loading and unloading. While DIY moving is typically the least expensive option, it makes the process much more time-consuming and difficult. To eliminate some of the physical and time stress associated with DIY moves, consider hiring professional movers for the most essential tasks, such as loading and unloading furniture, and completing easier tasks on your own.

The ideal budget for moving out of state largely depends on your location, the number of rooms you need to move, and how far your final destination is. On average, homeowners spend a little over $1,700 on their move.

Moving a house is a complex and labor-intensive process, which is why it can get so pricey, particularly if it’s a large home. In some cases, the house may need to be dismantled, moved in sections, and then reassembled at the new location, which can add significantly to the cost of the move. However, it’s typically less costly than building a new home.

You should consider hiring professional movers for moves that seem too daunting, dangerous, or involve large, heavy objects. The larger your home and the longer the distance, the more likely you are to need professional help. A moving service can take the hardest tasks off your plate and reduce the risk of personal injury. However, if you are only moving a few light items, you can save money by moving on your own and renting a truck. Keep in mind that a DIY move requires significant planning and time. A hybrid option is also available, where you hire movers just to lift and transport heavy items to your vehicle.

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