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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated February 2024
Many are unsurprised to hear that people often cite moving as one of the most stressful things they've done. Even if you're not worried about hot temperatures making things more difficult as you move in Oak Brook, there may still be other things to think about. Any move has a lot of moving parts, and it's normal to find yourself worrying frequently.
Let our meticulously assembled list of Oak Brook's best movers help do away with your stress and get you excited for your new home.
Punctual service
Reliable service
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Short-notice moves
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Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Punctual service
Reliable service
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Good customer service
Services Offered
Free quotes
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Punctual service
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Reliable service
Short-notice moves
Good customer service
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Services Offered
Reliable service
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Services Offered
Punctual service
Reliable service
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Good customer service
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Today's Homeowner looks at dozens of datapoints on moving companies to come up with our data-driven rankings. It's not possible for a company to pay for preferential treatment in our rankings. We look at the following key factors in determining who should top our list:
Different types of movers are suited for different sorts of moves. The first step in picking a moving company is figuring out whether a national or local company will work best for your needs. Movers can also be divided into full-service and self-service companies. A full-service moving company provides packing and loading services, which can be great if you loathe packing boxes. Self-service moving companies provide a truck and driver, but you'll be expected to have everything packed when they get there.
You can read up on the reputation of a moving company via online reviews and the BBB. You should also find out which movers near you meet the mover licensing requirements in Illinois. All of the companies on our list of the best movers in Oak Brook are well-reviewed and picked by our expert team.
After you have narrowed your list down to just a few companies, you can begin getting estimates from them. We recommend reaching out to at least one or two of the companies on our list above. When you do speak with a mover, be sure that you explain all the services you'll need. You should also verify that you receive a "binding estimate," as otherwise it may be subject to change.
You are likely wondering how much you might spend on your move. In Oak Brook, the typical hourly cost for movers is:
The best mover in Oak Brook, according to Today's Homeowner, are JC Movers & Lumper Service Inc.
We use several different criteria to determine which movers in Oak Brook are the best ones. They include:
Both cost and convenience are important when planning your move. The period from Memorial Day to Labor Day tends to be when most people move, which could be busier and more expensive for you. With about 131,530 students attending college within 15 miles of Oak Brook, you may want to avoid moving when semesters start in August and end in May.
You will also want to think about the weather conditions in the area. Oak Brook tends to have moderate temperatures. Therefore you may want to move outside of the coldest months of the year, to avoid possible icy roads
To check a mover's reputation, you can:
The most optimal time to book your move is four to six weeks in advance. If you book later, you may have a harder time finding available movers, or pay more for their services.
High temperatures in Oak Brook can reach 57°F. The area has about average daily rainfall and moderate snowfall in the winter months.
Compared to a national average of 100.0, the cost of living index for Oak Brook is 70.1. This index considers housing payments, childcare, food, transportation, and other crucial expenses.