Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc., Chicago, IL (2025 Review)

Ryan Carrigan
Ryan Carrigan

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Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc.
1159 N Ellis St,
Bensenville, IL 60106
54% of all reviews were positive
44% of reviews were negative
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Review Analysis
Feedback on Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc. stands out for its sharp contrasts. Of 414 reviews, 54% are positive and center on efficiency, friendly and professional movers, careful handling, and jobs finished ahead of schedule. Many people mention hardworking, polite staff who move quickly, protect belongings, and ease stress on moving day.
Customers value organized operations and a helpful team. On the flip side, 44% report serious problems—damaged items, sudden extra charges, and late arrivals. Numerous customers describe property loss, hostage payments, ruined furniture, delayed deliveries, and a lack of accountability for damage or missing items. Neutral input notes incomplete jobs or occasional lapses between satisfactory moves. Compared to similar companies, Advanced shows a greater divide between high-quality hands-on moving crews and problematic company policies. Booking is easy and staff can be accommodating, but recurring issues like property damage and shifting costs reduce trust. Consumers seeking reliable and stress-free moves with respectful handling may find strong crews here, but transparent communication and guarantees may be better elsewhere.
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What customers like

54% of customers left positive reviews for Sherman Moving Company. Read a few of them below:

Brad Nicholson, Google
From start to finish, they were professional, efficient, and incredibly careful with my belongings. …
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Ayanna Morris, Google
Advanced Moving and Storage were phenomenal! Efficiency and organization got our business move done …
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Google
The gentlemen were absolutely awesome. They arrived on time, were polite, and worked without stoppin…
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Google
Used these guys for a city move—fast, communicative, honest pricing, and went above and beyond. Woul…
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Google
They finished ahead of schedule and moved all my furniture with care. Not a single scratch. Extremel…
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Things to consider

44% of Sherman Moving Company customers left negative reviews. You can read those here:

Bob S., Yelp
They broke more than half my belongings, with pieces missing and items stolen. Several damages and n…
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Daiva S., Yelp
Quoted one amount, at delivery cost doubled. Held belongings hostage until we paid in cash. They are…
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Google
They arrived two hours late, moved slow to charge extra, broke furniture, and lost screws. Unapologe…
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Google
After the move, I found four pieces of furniture damaged, and there was damage to the walls. The com…
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Google
They lost a large framed picture, damaged items, and charged up front. Slackers on the crew and no c…
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Services

  • Local Moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Interstate moves
  • International moves
  • Full-service packing
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Labor-only help
  • Custom crating
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Senior moves
  • Office moves
  • Small moves
  • Full-valuation coverage
  • Instant email quote

Company info

Years in Business 110
DOT #: 872553
FMCSA Rating Conditional
Number of trucks 10
Number of drivers 7
Miles Driven 85,657 (2018)
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Cost to move with Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc.

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FAQ

Is Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc. properly licensed?toggle

In Illinois, regulations on in-state moves and local movers are set forth by the Illinois Commerce Commission.

To move household goods locally and intrastate, companies need to have a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, so make sure the companies you’re considering have one and that it’s current.

USDOT #: 872553.

You can also use their state regulator website to look up their active status.

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Van lines are networks of local movers that operate separately but under the same umbrella of a multi-state organization. It's not as complicated as it sounds. Learn what van lines are.

Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc. functions as an independent moving company. They are not affiliated with a van line company.

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While haggling over moving costs isn't typically effective, there are still ways to save. Many companies offer ongoing moving discounts for groups like seniors, military personnel, and students, as well as special offers for early-bird reservations.

Getting quotes from multiple companies will also allow you to inquire about price matching. Some movers will honor lower quotes from competitors, so it doesn’t hurt to ask — and be ready to show estimates from other companies.

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To choose the best moving company for you, start by researching reputable movers in Chicago. You'll want to be on the lookout for companies with mostly positive customer reviews, valid licenses, and comprehensive insurance to ensure your belongings are protected. Beyond that, you’ll want to make sure they can handle the type of move you need.

Ask for detailed moving quotes from at least three companies to compare services, pricing, and availability. A reliable Chicago moving company will be one that offers transparent pricing, excellent communication, and a proven track record of successful moves.

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