Best Movers Near Mount Vernon, IL (2026 Reviews)
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Arch Moving is Mount Vernon's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.5/5 . moveBuddha scored 2 movers based in Mount Vernon out of 99 reviewed across Illinois, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois.
Local movers in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon moving companies compare?
Mount Vernon's 2 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Mount Vernon, with a market average of 4.27/5, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Mount Vernon from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Mount Vernon address.
Proximity to Mount Vernon 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.
| Company | Our rating | Positive reviews | BBB | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4.5 |
58% | A+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Mount Vernon?
Arch Moving is Mount Vernon's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.5/5.
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 2 Mount Vernon movers drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois, with a market average score of 4.27/5. Rankings include movers based in Mount Vernon 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.
- Arch Moving: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Arch Moving has been in business for 22 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. Arch Moving has about 58% positive reviews across roughly 76 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.9.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Arch Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Arch Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"The Arch moving crew was amazing!! They communicated any hiccups, were flexible, friendly, and took extreme care with my items. Even worked in the rain. Highly recommend!"
"Absolute best moving experience I have ever had. On time, speedy, and truly care about their work. Finished earlier than quoted. Careful with my stuff, handled challenges well."
Which Mount Vernon movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Mount Vernon mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 2 Mount Vernon moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
What is the top-rated moving company in Mount Vernon?
Arch Moving (4.5/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Mount Vernon, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois. The Mount Vernon market averages 4.27/5 across 2 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Mount Vernon, IL
How much do movers cost in Mount Vernon, IL?
Local movers in Mount Vernon, IL charge by the hour. The IL average is $192/hour for a 2-person crew. Mount Vernon's top-rated mover is Arch Moving, earning a 4.5/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois.
Key cost factors for a Mount Vernon 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: many Mount Vernon movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select Mount Vernon movers. 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 Mount Vernon across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Mount Vernon movers (2.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 50.0% of Mount Vernon movers (1.0 companies) offer full packing, and 50.0% 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 Mount Vernon include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Mount Vernon movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 50.0% (1.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 50.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 50.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$190/month |
| 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 Mount Vernon offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Mount Vernon movers in its database. That does not mean discounts are unavailable. Ask each mover directly at the quote stage, since some companies offer unpublished rates for eligible groups. Confirm any discount in writing before signing.
How we chose the best moving companies in Mount Vernon
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.
