Hire Movers in Illinois

Looking to book a local move in Illinois? MovingPlace connects you with trusted full-service movers so you can book quickly and confidently. If you're heading across the state (or even across the country) we also offer a flexible long-distance solution that helps you save big.

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Best price and value guarantee

Best price and value guarantee

Free cancellation w/ 48 hour notice

Free cancellation w/ 48 hour notice

$10k catastrophic coverage included

$10k catastrophic coverage included

Dedicated move manager

Dedicated move manager

Quick and easy booking process

Quick and easy booking process

Trusted Movers Across Illinois

We’ve built a network of licensed, trusted movers throughout Illinois, making it easy to find reliable help no matter where you're moving.

The Cost of Local Moves in Illinois

Wondering how much a local move costs? Below you can find the average costs of moving in Illinois, based on the size of your move.

Move SizeAverage CostNumber of MoversNumber of Hours
Small$920.052 movers4 hours
Medium$1,231.813 movers6 hours
Large$1,697.163 movers8 hours

Cost Analysis Methodology

MovingPlace uses data from thousands of real moves to estimate costs in your area. We combine our first-party data and proprietary methodology to analyze national trends and adjust for local market factors—providing you a reliable estimate for your move. Learn more about the methodology for our local moving cost averages.

Our move sizes are defined as:

  • Small: Studio, 1, and 2 bedroom apartments
  • Medium: 3 bedroom apartments, 2 and 3 bedroom homes
  • Large: 4+ bedroom homes

Keep in mind: many factors can affect the actual cost of your move—like the time of year, current demand, number of stairs, heavy items, and more. The best way to get accurate pricing for your specific move is to use our simple, 3-step quote tool. You can compare pricing from multiple providers, customize your move, and ultimately book the mover that best fits your needs.

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With MovingPlace, you get an affordable, hassle-free way to move long distance—without ever setting foot behind the wheel.

They worked hard and were respectful of my property and goods.

— Mercy D.

Movers | Illinois Valley Movers

The guys showed up 45 minutes late. They completed the work within the two hours allocated, but I had to arrange a time change with the apartment to use the elevator for longer. Other than that, they got the job done.

— Olusegun I.

Movers | John 3:16 Movers

They were on time and friendly. They did a good job at tetrising all our stuff into a small box truck. We were amazed. They did great, except at the end one guy was carrying a small bedside table and he tried to whip around a corner too quick and banged it into the wall. Left a mark and small dent in the wall and scratched the corner of the table. Just need to be careful with all furniture regardless of weight please.

— Irene Y.

Movers | S & L Express Moving Services

This was one of the most incredible moving experiences we have had. Chad and the crew that helped us were so fast and just took everything off of our hands. We’ve previously had not so great moving experiences and this was the first time we’ve really felt like everything ran smoothly and quickly. We’re so appreciative of their hard work and attention to detail and would recommend them to anyone that asks! Really could not have asked for a better experience thank you!!

— Maddy H.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

We were very pleased with the service we received. They were very efficient and carful with our furniture. They were professional and asked all the right questions. We would recommend them to anyone.

— Terry F.

Movers | Ganga Movers

Worked hard, packed well but didn’t secure my tv’s to the moving truck well resulting them dislodging and breaking one. Good hard workers otherwise.

— Paul P.

Movers | Lloyds Moving and Labor LLC

Chad and crew did a fantastic job. I would highly recommend them . Thanks again for making my move seamless.

— Steve H.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

Excellent service!

— Adrianne C.

Movers | Master Core Movers, LLC.

Josh and team were fantastic. They were extremely prompt and handled everything with care. Thanks yall!

— Jessica W.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

Chris and the crew were amazing! They worked with me and sudden changes were incredibly kind.

— Sherri G.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

Bryson and Keshawn did an amazing job. They were extra careful and really took their time to care for my things. They moved quickly and were good communicators. Ask for these two when you’re moving. It was a 5 star experience.

— Camille G.

Movers | GO HARD TRANSPORTS

Lloyd's was really great. The guys were friendly, professional and even were able to move a couple things the previous helpers put in wrong places. I would definitely use them again.

— Barbara K.

Movers | Lloyds Moving and Labor LLC

Incredible job from these movers! They were fast, friendly, and not afraid of hard work!

— Bailey M.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

Wonderful job from these movers! They were even able to show up early, and got the job done on time despite how much work it was. Highly appreciative of their work!

— Bailey M.

Movers | A2Z Moving LLC

Our movers were on time, and very quick with their work! Incredibly pleasant men to work with, and I would highly recommend booking with this company. They were very communicative before they showed up, and all throughout the process as well.

— Bailey M.

Movers | John 3:16 Movers

They were early, and got it all done with speed. Wonderful communicators and helped us get everything nice and tightly packed, 10/10 would recommend. Thank you so much!

— Alex L.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

Showed up on time and worked with our a little behind arrival time. They were done under the time limit and worked extra hard to get our large couch up to the apartment. Really nice guys too.

— Faith W.

Movers | GO HARD TRANSPORTS

Guys were very nice,and on time,very friendly,and fast.is definitely use them again

— Tom H.

Movers | Flawless MOving and Hauling

They wre amazing and fast! This is the second time I used these guys!

— Joey F.

Movers | Moving You Forward, LLC

Thank you!

— Drew C.

Movers | S & L Express Moving Services

On time. Very professional. Careful with belongings.

— Donna B.

Movers | Master Core Movers, LLC.

Fantastic job!

— Eric K.

Movers | S & L Express Moving Services

Nothing but good things to say about Ricky and his crew.

— Lisa W.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

The two men from Lloyd's were very nice to deal with, friendly and professional. They were actually able to come unload my POD on March 5 -- one day earlier than I booked which was good for me. They were careful with my things, made sure they didn't track in mud, etc

— Barbara K.

Movers | Lloyds Moving and Labor LLC

Our moving team was BEYOND amazing! They were a few minutes early to the scheduled block, they were incredibly knowledgeable about the best way to wrap and pack the fragile items. They took so much care when handling our belongings. I couldn’t recommend them more highly. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience during what could have been an incredibly stressful time.

— Cara L.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

They were amazing

— Stacy W.

Movers | Illinois Valley Movers

Great Team, careful with our funiture and very professional.

— Carl N.

Movers | John 3:16 Movers

Planning Your Move in Illinois

After thousands of moves, we’ve learned a lot about what makes a move go smoothly. These insights from real moves in Illinois can help you plan smarter and stress less.

Avg. days booking before move

13 days

Booking early helps secure your preferred mover and time slot.

Busiest month to move

Tip: If you must move during peak season, book well in advance!

% of moves on the weekend

31.5%

Tip: Plan your move on a weekday to save money.

Avg. move duration

4 hours

Most local moves wrap up in a few hours, but stairs, packing, or traffic can add time.

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The Full-Service Advantage in Illinois

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Damage Coverage

Damage Coverage

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Rest easy knowing that your belongings are protected with built-in damage coverage.
Heavy Items

Heavy Items

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Specialized equipment and expert handling ensure your heavy items are moved with care.
Dollys/Straps

Dollys/Straps

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We provide the right tools for the job, including dollys and straps to keep everything secure during your move.
Hand Tools

Hand Tools

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Dissasembly? Our movers bring hand tools to handle those small tasks on moving day.

Illinois Moving Routes

Below are popular moving routes that start in Illinois. These pages provide details and resources for people planning a move from Illinois to cities both in-state and across the country.

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