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Avatar for Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
4.8(
421
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Lake Forest, 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%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Golan's Moving & Storage Inc
4.2(
419
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Some of the best movers I've ever had the pleasure of working with. I had called around in a panic, and they were the only ones that were able to come out with such short notice. The move was done the same day, without any problems. They moved a 4 bedroom home like it was nothing. Highly recommended."
House Move
House Move
House Move
House Move
House Move

+9

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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STI Moving & Storage Inc
4.6(
111
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"With efficiency, STI Moving and Storage handled our office move. They relocated and packed everything without interfering with our business. Nothing was broken, and the relocation was finished on schedule. Strongly advised!"
Local Chicago Movers
Chicago Moving Company
Chicago Moving Company
Chicago Moving Company
Chicago Moving Company

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Honey Bees Moving and Storage
4.8(
22
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best moving experience I have ever had! Tim and Big T Movers were wonderful to work with, right from the start. Responsive, efficient and punctual in helping us plan for our small business move. On moving day, they arrived on time, and were friendly and professional. Got the job done perfectly and made everything easy! Will use them again in future. I recommend them to anyone for any big or small moving projects!"
Packing and loading furniture in semi. For cross country.
Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Windy City Movers Inc
4.6(
79
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Lake Forest, 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

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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We-Haul Transportation
4.8(
49
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I requested to get help moving from Milwaukee to Minnesota .The moving went great! I love how the workers moving my things with care no damages. My furniture was picked up and delivered on time . An the people were friendly and professional! An the price was very reasonable."
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by47%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 Lake Forest, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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W. P. Broms, Inc.
4.7(
77
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Moving In-State

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1895

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The moving crew was very professional, personable and very hard working. They moved whatever I needed and were very pleasant the whole time! Highly recommend!"
Grand Piano Move
Grand Piano Move
Dinosaur Move
Dinosaur Move
Dinosaur Move

+13

Response time1 day
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Pro Express Moving, LLC
4.6(
46
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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have used Pro Express Moving three times in the last three years, and they have done an excellent job with every move. I'm constantly impressed with their speed of packing, handling of heavy items, and thoroughness in unpacking. They are professional and reliable, which is everything you want in a moving company."
Interstate Moving
Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
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Moving questions, answered by experts

To prepare for moving a piano, start by documenting its current condition with photos in case of any damage during the move. Secure the piano's lid and wrap the instrument, including its keys and pedals, with bubble wrap and moving blankets for protection. Note that if you have hired professional piano movers, they may handle this step for you.

Next, prepare the space. Measure any tight spaces or doorways to ensure the piano will fit through. Clear a wide path from the piano's location to the exterior door, removing any furniture or obstacles. It is also helpful to prop open doors to make the exit easier.

On moving day, ensure the moving truck can park as close to the exit as possible. For safety, keep children and pets away from the moving area to prevent accidents or distractions.

Most professional movers can provide a wide range of moving-related services, and you’ll need to pick and choose which ones you want to use. Examples of common services offered include the following:

  • Organizing and packing your belongings

  • Protecting delicate items with bubble wrap or other protective equipment

  • Moving your belongings and furniture out of your old home

  • Moving your belongings into your new home within a certain distance

  • Unpacking your belongings in the new location

  • Moving heavy items, like pianos

  • Moving your vehicles

  • Storage if your new home isn’t ready

There are generally three ways to ship furniture to another state: hiring professional movers, using consolidated freight, or through parcel shipping. Professional movers will generally pack your boxes in a truck and transport them to a storage facility or directly to your home. 

A consolidated freight service will pack, load, and ship your items, but this is best to use for one or two pieces since your items will take longer to be delivered and will share truck space with other items. Parcel shipping such as UPS and FedEx is best for smaller items since there are size limits, and you’ll have to drop the boxes off at a local branch.

Yes, many office moving costs are tax deductible, but only businesses are eligible to deduct moving expenses on their taxes. Personal moves, such as relocating for a new job or moving from an apartment to a house, are not deductible. 

However, not all business taxes are deductible by that business. Deductible business moving expenses are limited to the direct costs associated with relocating office supplies and equipment. This process encompasses brokerage fees for securing a new location, space surveys, packing, loading, transportation, and unpacking. Costs related to moving employees or other indirect expenses are not eligible for tax deductions.

You can’t start preparing for movers too soon. Some steps, like scheduling the movers and arranging for pet care, need to happen months ahead to fit into busy schedules, especially if you’re moving during on-season.

Several weeks ahead of the moving date, start packing lesser-used rooms and supplies. As the moving day gets closer, move your packing toward more and more essential rooms until only a few necessities are left on the day ahead of the move.

The Lake Forest, IL homeowners’ guide to moving services

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