Best Movers Near Lake Zurich, IL (2026 Reviews)
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Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc. is Lake Zurich's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.62/5 , followed by Mighty Moving & Storage at 4.64/5. moveBuddha scored 71 movers based in Lake Zurich out of 99 reviewed across Illinois, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois.
Local movers in Lake Zurich charge by the hour. The IL average is $192/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Lake Zurich moving companies compare?
Lake Zurich's 71 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Lake Zurich, with a market average of 4.42/5, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Lake Zurich from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Lake Zurich address.
Proximity to Lake Zurich is a ranking factor, so a mover ranked higher on the list may have a lower score than one ranked below. A nearby company can outrank a higher-scored mover based further out. Each company's positive review rate and BBB rating are included so you can compare quality and reputation side by side.
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4.64 |
93% | A+ | ||
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4.62 |
56% | A+ | ||
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4.76 |
91% | A+ | ||
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4.76 |
93% | A+ | ||
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4.5 |
79% | A | ||
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4.72 |
91% | C | ||
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4.66 |
70% | A+ | ||
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4.7 |
96% | A+ | ||
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4.7 |
92% | B+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Lake Zurich?
Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc. is Lake Zurich's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.62/5, followed by Mighty Moving & Storage at 4.64/5.
Each review profile below covers pricing transparency, crew quality, and claims handling, the 3 factors most predictive of move-day outcome, alongside each company's BBB grade, years in business, and positive review rate.
moveBuddha scored 71 Lake Zurich movers drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois, with a market average score of 4.42/5. Rankings include movers based in Lake Zurich and those serving the area from nearby locations. Proximity is a ranking factor, so a mover's position in the list below does not always correspond directly to its score.
- Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.62 out of 5 stars
- Mighty Moving & Storage: 4.64 out of 5 stars
- Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.62 out of 5 stars
- M.K. Movers Inc.: 4.76 out of 5 stars
- The Professionals Moving Specialists: 4.76 out of 5 stars
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Move-tastic: 4.72 out of 5 stars
- Golan's Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.66 out of 5 stars
- Alliance Moving & Storage: 4.7 out of 5 stars
- New City Moving: 4.7 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc. has been in business for 40 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc. has about 66% positive reviews across roughly 118 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.6.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc..
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"I had an amazing move experience with Advantage. Carmen and Chuck in the office were very responsive and understanding throughout the entire process. On the day of the move, Patrick and his Chicago team were absolutely amazing. Super communicative about timing and willing to help beyond their job description. All the items in the move arrived safely and nothing was damaged."
"The movers were respectful of my belongings and apartment. They were very professional and courteous. This was the most efficient moving company I have dealt with. The moving coordinator was outstanding and very responsive. Accidents can happen but my move was without incident."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.4
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Mighty Moving & Storage has been in business for 3 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 5.0
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Mighty Moving & Storage has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 70 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Mighty Moving & Storage.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Mighty Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Martín and team were amazing. They were friendly, efficient, and accommodating. I highly recommend."
"Mighty Moving did a great job moving our furniture and packed boxes at a fair price! I would recommend them to all."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc. has been in business for 112 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc. has about 56% positive reviews across roughly 431 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.1.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc., and Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc. makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The Advanced Team was great!! Cedric, Aaron, and Omar were courteous, hard working, and efficient. They were very careful with all our furnishings and went above and beyond in taking care of us and our stuff."
"I am completely satisfied with the tremendous job Sal, Sergio and Alex did while moving all of my belongings. They were punctual, respectful and complete professionals throughout the entire process. They did a phenomenal job! I recommend them without any reservation."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. M.K. Movers Inc. has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. M.K. Movers Inc. has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 234 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.
Quote accuracy 4.4
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from M.K. Movers Inc.. Discounts may be available for groups like seniors.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. M.K. Movers Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Extremely polite and helpful! Made our move very easy!"
"The team was prompt and professional. I was thoroughly impressed with how quickly they were able to load and unload our office. The moving team put in 110% and were flexible to our requests. Highly recommend and will use them again."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. The Professionals Moving Specialists has been in business for 21 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. The Professionals Moving Specialists has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 1349 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote accuracy 4.3
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from The Professionals Moving Specialists.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. The Professionals Moving Specialists emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The Professionals lived up to their name. They were on time, quick, careful with all my belongings, and cost was under the quote. Stress-free move, would use again!"
"I highly recommend this company. Movers were super fast, professional, and wrapped everything so well. No damages, and the final price was even less than estimated!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 21 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 79% positive reviews across roughly 304 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.8.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers were professional, hard working and respectful of me and my property. I would rate them a 5 out of 5. Very happy customer."
"They were on time, and the office made scheduling easy. We got a check-in call from a manager a few hours in just to be sure all was good. It was a great experience."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Move-tastic has been in business for 17 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Move-tastic has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 1169 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Move-tastic.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Move-tastic emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"This move was an incredible experience. They protected all of our belongings, wrapped every piece of furniture, and finished much quicker than expected. The staff were professional, friendly, and just great to be around. Highly recommend!"
"Movetastic are great - this is the second time we used them. The movers were friendly and professional. They moved us within the agreed time and made sure everything was in place before leaving."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Golan's Moving & Storage, Inc. has been in business for 34 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Golan's Moving & Storage, Inc. has about 70% positive reviews across roughly 814 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.3.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Golan's Moving & Storage, Inc., and Golan's Moving & Storage, Inc. makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Golan's Moving & Storage, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Golan’s moved us quickly and not a single item was damaged. The crew was polite, professional, and clearly experienced. The price was fair and the process was surprisingly easy. I’d hire them again in a heartbeat!"
"The movers arrived right on time, wrapped my furniture with care, and worked fast. Everything got to my new place without a scratch. Efficient, respectful, and hard-working team. Highly recommend Golan’s."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Alliance Moving & Storage has been in business for 9 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 5.0
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Alliance Moving & Storage has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 247 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.0.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Alliance Moving & Storage.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Alliance Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Alliance Moving exceeded our expectations! Our move went smoothly and on time. We never experienced a delay and were constantly updated. The four movers did an awesome job disassembling and assembling our furniture! Very friendly, fast and efficient service! Highly recommend!"
"Movers were professional and super quick! Would use again for future moves."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. New City Moving has been in business for 17 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. New City Moving has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 1451 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from New City Moving, and New City Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. New City Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Best moving experience hands down. The movers took great care of my stuff, finished ahead of schedule, and were super professional. Highly recommend New City Movers for a stress-free move!"
"Efficient, quick, friendly, and professional. My parents recommended them. They wrapped and handled everything carefully. Will hire them for future moves!"
Which Lake Zurich movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Lake Zurich mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 71 Lake Zurich moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 52 of 71 Lake Zurich movers (73.24%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Mighty Moving & Storage (4.64/5) is Lake Zurich's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 42 of 71 Lake Zurich movers (59.15%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.62/5) rates highest for antique care in Lake Zurich.
- Art packing: 44 of 71 Lake Zurich movers (61.97%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.62/5) rates highest for art packing in Lake Zurich.
- Climate-controlled storage: 27 of 71 Lake Zurich movers (38.03%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.62/5) is Lake Zurich's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 22 of 71 Lake Zurich movers (30.99%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Mighty Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Lake Zurich.
How much does piano moving cost in Lake Zurich?
Piano moving is available from 52 of 71 Lake Zurich movers (73.24%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Mighty Moving & Storage leads Lake Zurich piano movers with a 4.64/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc. at 4.62/5. A standalone piano move in Lake Zurich typically costs $776 to $3,395, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Lake Zurich | Details |
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| Lake Zurich movers offering this | 52 of 71 (73.24%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Lake Zurich piano movers | Mighty Moving & Storage, Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc. |
| Upright piano | $776 to $1,455 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,164 to $2,425 |
| Grand piano | $1,746 to $3,395 |
Upright pianos weigh 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Trained crews use piano boards, straps, and padded blankets to prevent structural damage that standard moving equipment cannot safely manage. Bundling a piano into a household move with full-service movers is usually cheaper than hiring a piano-only carrier.
How much does antique handling cost in Lake Zurich?
Antique handling is available from 42 of 71 Lake Zurich movers (59.15%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.62/5) and Mighty Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rate highest for antique care in Lake Zurich. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $970 to $2,425 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Lake Zurich | Details |
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| Lake Zurich movers offering this | 42 of 71 (59.15%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Lake Zurich antique movers | Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc., Mighty Moving & Storage |
| Added cost to a household move | $970 to $2,425 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $49 to $485 |
| Custom crating per item | $146 to $194 |
Custom crating and acid-free padding protect pieces that standard released-value coverage at $0.60/lb cannot adequately cover. A 50-lb antique valued at $5,000 receives only $30 under default protection, making full-value coverage the standard choice for heirloom and high-value items.
How much does art packing cost in Lake Zurich?
Art packing is available from 44 of 71 Lake Zurich movers (61.97%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.62/5) and Mighty Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rate highest for art packing in Lake Zurich. Per-piece art handling in Lake Zurich runs $49 to $485, with custom crates adding $146 to $194 per item.
| Art packing in Lake Zurich | Details |
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| Lake Zurich movers offering this | 44 of 71 (61.97%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Lake Zurich art movers | Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc., Mighty Moving & Storage |
| Per-piece handling fee | $49 to $485 |
| Custom crating per item | $146 to $194 |
Archival materials and custom crates prevent UV exposure, humidity damage, and impact fractures that standard moving blankets cannot guard against for framed artwork and sculpture. Confirm the mover has direct experience with similar media before booking.
How much does climate-controlled storage cost in Lake Zurich?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 27 of 71 Lake Zurich movers (38.03%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.62/5) and Mighty Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Lake Zurich. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $249/month in Lake Zurich.
| Climate-controlled storage in Lake Zurich | Details |
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| Lake Zurich movers offering this | 27 of 71 (38.03%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Lake Zurich providers | Advantage Moving & Storage, Inc., Mighty Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $249 |
Climate-controlled units regulate both temperature and humidity, preventing warping, cracking, and mold in wood furniture, vinyl records, and electronics that temperature-only storage cannot protect. This matters most for storage gaps longer than 30 days or for moves that span seasonal humidity swings.
How much does fragile-only packing cost in Lake Zurich?
Fragile-only packing is available from 22 of 71 Lake Zurich movers (30.99%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Mighty Moving & Storage (4.64/5) and Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.62/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Lake Zurich. 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.
| Fragile-only packing in Lake Zurich | Details |
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| Lake Zurich movers offering this | 22 of 71 (30.99%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Lake Zurich providers | Mighty Moving & Storage, Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc. |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Fragile-only packing targets dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps without a full-service packing contract. Limiting professional packing to breakables keeps total packing cost down while covering the items most likely to break in transit.
What is the top-rated moving company in Lake Zurich?
Mighty Moving & Storage (4.64/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Lake Zurich, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois. The Lake Zurich market averages 4.42/5 across 71 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Lake Zurich, IL
How much do movers cost in Lake Zurich, IL?
Local movers in Lake Zurich, IL charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 4 Lake Zurich movers, hourly rates in this market range from $75/hour to $150/hour, with a median of $90/hour. Lake Zurich's top-rated mover is Mighty Moving & Storage, earning a 4.64/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois.
Key cost factors for a Lake Zurich move, based on moveBuddha's review data:
- Access fees: stairs, elevators, long carries, and shuttle service each add $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly. Get these costs itemized in your estimate before signing.
- Deposit requirement: 30.0% of Lake Zurich movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 41.0% of Lake Zurich movers (29.0 companies) offer it. The default released-value protection covers only $0.60 per pound. Full valuation coverage costs extra and covers replacement value.
- Hours on-site: local moves bill by the clock. Home size, floor access, elevator waits, and how much packing work the crew handles are the primary time drivers.
- Long-distance pricing: moves leaving Lake Zurich across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 73.0% of Lake Zurich movers (52.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 99.0% of Lake Zurich movers (70.0 companies) offer full packing, and 58.0% supply packing materials. Professional packing adds $0.15-$0.21 per pound on average.
DIY options like a rental truck or moving container reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's analysis. Use the moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.
What do full-service movers in Lake Zurich include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Lake Zurich, IL includes loading, transport, and unloading. Basic furniture padding and simple disassembly/reassembly for bed frames and standard furniture pieces are included in the base rate. Packing, valuation upgrades, storage, crating, and specialty-item handling are add-ons billed separately. The table below shows what Lake Zurich movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Lake Zurich movers | Typical cost impact |
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| Full packing | 99.0% (70.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 58.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 94.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$249/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 41.0% (29.0 companies) | 1%-2% of declared shipment value (~$300-$600 on a $30,000 shipment); default released-value protection pays only $0.60/lb |
| Crating (fragile/high-value items) | 68.0% (48.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 63.0% (45.0 companies) | Hourly rate only; no truck or transport charge |
| Access fees (stairs, elevator, long carry, shuttle) | Situational | $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly; shuttle service adds $0.08-$0.12 per pound with minimums starting around $200 |
Every add-on above requires written confirmation before booking. A binding estimate locks the final price. A non-binding estimate can change based on actual weight or time. See the hidden and unexpected moving costs guide for a full breakdown of what to request in writing.
Do movers in Lake Zurich offer senior, military, or other discounts?
Lake Zurich movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Lake Zurich mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Lake Zurich movers are excluded. IL state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.
| Discount type | % of Lake Zurich movers | # of movers | Lake Zurich movers offering it | Data source |
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| Senior | 1.0% | 1.0 | M.K. Movers Inc. | Lake Zurich |
Ask each mover whether the discount applies to your specific move date, what proof of eligibility is required, and whether it stacks with seasonal pricing or off-peak rates. Discounts are not automatically applied. Request them at the quote stage, before signing.
How we chose the best moving companies in Lake Zurich
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 99 Illinois moving companies using a five-factor weighted scoring system: customer satisfaction (40%), dispute resolution (20%), industry reputation (15%), online reputation (15%), and service options (10%).
That scoring system draws on moveBuddha's dataset of 1,000+ live price points and research across 4,500+ movers nationwide, so you're getting recommendations built on real market data, not just review aggregation
- Customer satisfaction (40%): The company consistently completes moves on time, communicates proactively, and delivers within the estimated cost. These factors matter most when hiring a mover.
- Dispute resolution (20%): Problems happen in every industry. We reward companies that take clear ownership of issues and make genuine, documented efforts to resolve them.
- Industry reputation (15%): The company holds standing in professional moving organizations and participates in industry oversight, which signals accountability beyond customer reviews alone.
- Online reputation (15%): The company maintains accurate, up-to-date information online and responds promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Service options (10%): We favor companies that offer full packing, storage, specialty item handling, and expedited delivery. These services matter on a complex move.
Read our complete moving company rating methodology for the full scoring breakdown.
