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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Professional and reliable

— Carlif T.

Movers | Moving You Forward, LLC

Adam and Chris showed up on time and were very courteous! Would hire them again!

— Daniel J.

Movers | Illinois Valley Movers

OUTSTANDING Job!!! Chris, Ricky and Victor were professional, knowledgeably and respectful throughout the moving process! They were puntual in arriving (earlier than expected) and immediately began assessing the items needed to be transferred from the home into a moving trailer. Everyone was considerate and careful of the items during the transfer. I can’t express enough how impressed my wife and I were with the effort and motivation we experienced from the crew. Because of their experience, ALL items were loaded, considering the limited amount of space on the trailer. The crew went above and beyond our expectations. I highly recommend this company for your next move!!!

— Luis M.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

Was very professional and quick

— Keela P.

Movers | Flawless MOving and Hauling

Ricky and crew were great!

— Catherine G.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

Chris and the rest of the crew were awesome. They arrived on time and went right to work hand carrying boxes from the basement and from the upstairs to the Pods. They were experienced loaders and they maximized the space available taking more boxes then what we expected. Chris and the crew communicated well throughout the load and we knew what was going on at all times Overall, they did a wonderful job!

— Gregory M.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

They did a great job! Moved so quickly and helped with everything! I will absolutely be using again.

— Sydney C.

Movers | GO HARD TRANSPORTS

Chris and his team were professional and totally optimized the loading truck every square inch. Friendly and very flexible

— Charles J.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

This tram was incredible, absolutely incredible. They were in and out in record time, able to handle all of my furniture and boxes with speed and care. Nothing was damaged or mishandled. And to top it off, they were incredibly friendly and kind the whole way through. Would absolutely hire them again given the chance.

— Samuel C.

Movers | Illinois Valley Movers

They worked really hard and efficient emptying my PODS.

— Adam O.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

They did a great job! They were very careful with our belongings and loaded them in a methodical way to perfectly fit and protect everything in our pod. Highly recommend!

— Lauren L.

Movers | Just Us Movers

They were great! On time, efficient, and friendly. I would definitely use them again!

— Traci O.

Movers | C.R Movers

They did AMAZING work. Showed up early, helped me park the truck, speedy and professional and friendly. Moved all my things so quickly and were very patient with me and my partner. Would totally work with them again. It was freezing and snowy too, they did awesome!!

— Jade G.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

Perfect gentlemen and very capable at their job!

— Janet G.

Movers | Master Core Movers, LLC.

Great job. Movers were friendly and great to work with. First time user and was a great experience. U would use them again.

— Jeanne C.

Movers | Just Us Movers

Real good team of guys

— Sherry P.

Movers | Packed Moving Services

Great job you two!

— Henry L.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

Showed up early and started working right away. Great choice for helping us take care of business.

— William V.

Movers | Ganga Movers

This moving company is the best. I say that because they communicated to me when they would arrive in the day of my move. They’re very hard workers, they do not drag moving your item & best of all they are careful movers, respectful of your personal items and fast. If you want 2 hours they are done within those 3 hours unless something comes up out of their control. Even then they will suggest a solution to resolve the problem. They are courteous, polite and very respectful. I will definitely recommend this company to family & friends. They know what they are doing.

— Diane S.

Movers | S & L Express Moving Services

These guys were very friendly and efficient. I was extremely happy with their service and just as promised, they were sensitive to how stressful moving can be for a home seller. I will definitely hire them when I find a place to move all of my stuff into. Hopefully soon!

— Nancy F.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

The guys were wonderful! On time, quick, careful, and friendly. Would definitely use them again.

— Nancy C.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

Darnell’s and Ty were great.

— James M.

Movers | Just Us Movers

The guys were fast and friendly. Thank you!

— Tammy A.

Movers | Monolith Moving Company

They were amazing. Fast, knowledgable, courteous and hard working. Super great crew to work with. Highly recommend!

— Carol W.

Movers | Logan Lift Express

They were on time ,in fact they were early ! Did a great job . Were very respectful on top of being hard workers. Diffently worth the help and price !!! Thank youso.... much. They were a blessing to me !!!

— Kathy D.

Movers | C.R Movers

On time Polite Considerate Carefull

— Jim S.

Movers | Just Us Movers

Tyrone and Darnell were WONDERFUL! They were so professional, skilled, and friendly. They communicated with us before the move and arrived on time. They packed our POD perfectly and were extremely careful with all our belongings. We would recommend very, very highly!

— Elizabeth M.

Movers | Just Us 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

14 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

68.5%

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

Included
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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