The Best Long-Distance Movers in Evanston, IL

What add-on services do Evanston movers offer?

Not every mover in Evanston offers specialty services. Based on moveBuddha's review of 73 Evanston movers, here is what is available and how often:

• Art handling: offered by 63.01% of Evanston movers, compared to 50.51% statewide and 45.83% nationally.
• Junk removal: offered by 42.47% of Evanston movers, compared to 40.4% statewide and 36.39% nationally.
• Fragile-only packing: offered by 30.14% of Evanston movers, compared to 31.31% statewide and 23.87% nationally.
• Storage: offered by 93.15% of Evanston movers, compared to 89.9% statewide and 84.85% nationally.
• Hot tub relocation: offered by 23.29% of Evanston movers, compared to 19.19% statewide and 21.93% nationally.
• Piano moving: offered by 76.71% of Evanston movers, compared to 70.71% statewide and 72.52% nationally.

Specialty service costs below use moveBuddha's pricing dataset adjusted for Evanston's cost of living.

Does Evanston have movers that offer art handling?

Art handling is available from 46 of 73 Evanston movers (63.01%), compared to 50.51% statewide and 45.83% nationally. Alliance Moving & Storage (4.8/5) and The Professionals Moving Specialists (4.72/5) rate highest for art handling in Evanston. Per-piece handling runs $53 to $530, with custom crates adding $159 to $212 per item.

Standard moving blankets offer no protection against UV exposure, humidity fluctuation, or impact fractures, the 3 damage modes most likely to affect framed artwork and sculpture in transit. Archival materials and custom crates built to the dimensions of each piece address all 3. Ask any prospective art mover for references specific to the media you are moving before signing a contract.

Does Evanston have movers that offer junk removal?

Junk removal is available from 31 of 73 Evanston movers (42.47%), compared to 40.4% statewide and 36.39% nationally. Move-tastic (4.62/5) rate highest for junk removal in Evanston. Standalone junk removal typically runs $159 to $530 per load.

Downsizing before a move has a compounding cost effect on long-distance quotes. Every 500 lbs removed from a weight-based shipment reduces the base rate, and junk removal handles the heavy or awkward pieces most people prefer not to haul to donation centers themselves. Confirm whether the mover's junk removal covers electronics and appliances, since disposal regulations vary by state.

Does Evanston have movers that offer fragile-only packing?

Fragile-only packing is available from 22 of 73 Evanston movers (30.14%), compared to 31.31% statewide and 23.87% nationally. Alliance Moving & Storage (4.8/5) and The Professionals Moving Specialists (4.72/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Evanston. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.

Full-service packing adds $0.15 to $0.21 per pound to a move's total cost across the entire shipment. Fragile-only packing applies that cost only to dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps, the items that account for the majority of in-transit breakage claims. For movers who plan to pack most of their own belongings, fragile-only is the most cost-efficient way to get professional help where it matters most.

Does Evanston have movers that offer storage?

Storage is available from 68 of 73 Evanston movers (93.15%), compared to 89.9% statewide and 84.85% nationally. Alliance Moving & Storage (4.8/5) and The Professionals Moving Specialists (4.72/5) rate highest for storage in Evanston. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $272/month.

Storage-in-transit is priced at approximately $0.50 per cubic foot per month. A 1-bedroom load (around 514 cu ft) runs about $272 per month. Costs scale with shipment volume, so a larger home will see proportionally higher storage fees. Verify billing start date and whether coverage remains active during the storage period before signing any contract that includes a storage window.

Does Evanston have movers that offer hot tub relocation?

Hot tub relocation is available from 17 of 73 Evanston movers (23.29%), compared to 19.19% statewide and 21.93% nationally. Alliance Moving & Storage (4.8/5) and H2H Movers Inc (4.7/5) rate highest for hot tub moves in Evanston. Hot tub moves typically run $159 to $424 per item when bundled with a full-service move.

Hot tubs weigh 500 to 1,000 lbs empty and require full drainage before any move. Disassembly, draining, and specialized dollies are required to move them safely. Bundling a hot tub into a full-service household move is almost always cheaper than booking a specialty carrier separately.

Does Evanston have movers that offer piano moving?

Piano moving is available from 56 of 73 Evanston movers (76.71%), compared to 70.71% statewide and 72.52% nationally. Alliance Moving & Storage (4.8/5) and The Professionals Moving Specialists (4.72/5) rate highest for piano moving in Evanston. A standalone piano move typically costs $848 to $3,710, depending on instrument type.

A standard upright piano weighs 400 to 800 lbs and a grand piano tops 1,200 lbs, putting both well beyond what general moving equipment is built to handle safely. Purpose-built piano boards, padded blankets, and rigging straps are the minimum required to move the instrument without cracking the soundboard or damaging the legs. For most households, adding piano moving to a full-service move costs less than booking a dedicated piano-only carrier separately.

Who are the best movers in Evanston for small long-distance moves?

Alliance Moving & Storage leads Evanston's small-move providers with a 4.8/5 moveBuddha score, followed by The Professionals Moving Specialists at 4.72/5. DIY options like moving containers and rental trucks reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving and are worth comparing for loads under 3,000 pounds.

What are the best moving containers for long-distance moves from Evanston?

Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5), U-Pack (5.0/5), and MovingYourself (5.0/5) are moveBuddha's top-rated container options for moves out of Evanston. Moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, making them the most cost-effective option for Evanston residents who can handle their own loading and unloading. Container pricing varies by distance, container size, and the number of units required, so use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare quotes for your specific move before committing to a provider.

What are the best labor-only movers in Evanston?

46 of 73 Evanston movers (63.01%) offer labor-only services, compared to 58.59% statewide and 54.55% nationally. Alliance Moving & Storage (4.8/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated labor-only mover in Evanston, followed by The Professionals Moving Specialists (4.72/5). Labor-only movers handle loading and unloading without providing a truck, making them the right fit for Evanston residents who plan to drive themselves or who have rented their own vehicle. Combining a labor-only crew with a rental truck or moving container reduces total move cost by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing dataset.

What are the best moving truck rentals for long-distance Evanston moves?

Budget Truck Rental, Penske Truck Rental, and U-Haul Truck Rental are moveBuddha's top-rated rental truck options for a DIY move out of Evanston. A truck rental is the cheapest way to move out of state for those willing to handle both the loading and the driving. For moves over 500 miles, a local mover and a national mover price a rental truck the same, so distance alone does not change which provider to choose. Use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare total DIY costs against container and full-service quotes before committing.

How much does it cost to hire long-distance movers in Evanston?

Moving costs across Illinois range from $517 for a studio (2 movers, 3 hours at $269/hour) to $6,153 for a 5+ bedroom home (5 movers, 10 hours), according to moveBuddha's analysis of Illinois mover quotes. The table below shows Illinois statewide averages by home size. Your actual cost in Evanston will vary based on distance, access conditions, and your mover's pricing model.

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*Estimated costs above are based on varying types of moves that cross state lines in Illinois. All exceed 150 miles, but might remain below 1,500. Your price depends on inventory, distance, timing, service level, and more.

Data reflects Illinois statewide averages based on moveBuddha's analysis of mover quotes collected.

What affects moving costs in Evanston?

Here are some additional cost considerations for your long-distance Evanston move:

• Distance: The farther you move from Evanston, the more you pay. A short intrastate move costs far less than a cross-country relocation. Once you cross state lines, pricing structure changes entirely and costs rise considerably.
• Home size and weight: Movers price local moves by the hour and interstate moves by total shipment weight. Downsizing before your move reduces both your bill and your packing time.
• Move type: Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most. DIY options like rental trucks or moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service, according to moveBuddha data.
• Add-on services: Professional packing adds an average of $0.15–$0.21 per pound. Shuttle service, if required, adds $0.08–$0.12 per pound with minimums often starting around $200.
• Timing: Summer moves (May through September) carry the highest rates. Mid-month and mid-week bookings are consistently cheaper than weekend or month-end dates.

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