Best Movers Near Quincy, IL (2026 Reviews)
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Quincy Storage & Transfer Co is Quincy's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.38/5 . moveBuddha scored 1 movers based in Quincy out of 99 reviewed across Illinois, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois.
Local movers in Quincy 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 Quincy moving companies compare?
Quincy's 1 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Quincy, with a market average of 4.38/5, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Quincy from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Quincy address.
Proximity to Quincy 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4.38 |
71% | A+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Quincy?
Quincy Storage & Transfer Co is Quincy's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.38/5.
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 1 Quincy movers drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois, with a market average score of 4.38/5. Rankings include movers based in Quincy 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.
- Quincy Storage & Transfer Co: 4.38 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Quincy Storage & Transfer Co has been in business for 76 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Quincy Storage & Transfer Co has about 71% positive reviews across roughly 63 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 Quincy Storage & Transfer Co.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Quincy Storage & Transfer Co emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"The crew that moved me 3 hours away from Quincy made the move so easy for me! Chris, Erin, Billy, Vic, and Brennon were absolutely amazing. Thank you so much!"
"Trina and Kim in the office were very kind and professional and helped to make everything happen when I needed it done. Evan and Ethan were very careful and respectful of the items."
Which Quincy movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Quincy mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 1 Quincy moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 1 of 1 Quincy movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Quincy Storage & Transfer Co (4.38/5) is Quincy's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 1 of 1 Quincy movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Quincy Storage & Transfer Co (4.38/5) rates highest for antique care in Quincy.
- Art packing: 1 of 1 Quincy movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Quincy Storage & Transfer Co (4.38/5) rates highest for art packing in Quincy.
- Fragile-only packing: 1 of 1 Quincy movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Quincy Storage & Transfer Co (4.38/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Quincy.
How much does piano moving cost in Quincy?
Piano moving is available from 1 of 1 Quincy movers (100.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Quincy Storage & Transfer Co leads Quincy piano movers with a 4.38/5 moveBuddha score. A standalone piano move in Quincy typically costs $616 to $2,695, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Quincy | Details |
|---|---|
| Quincy movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Quincy piano movers | Quincy Storage & Transfer Co |
| Upright piano | $616 to $1,155 |
| Baby grand piano | $924 to $1,925 |
| Grand piano | $1,386 to $2,695 |
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 Quincy?
Antique handling is available from 1 of 1 Quincy movers (100.0%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Quincy Storage & Transfer Co (4.38/5) rate highest for antique care in Quincy. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $770 to $1,925 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Quincy | Details |
|---|---|
| Quincy movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Quincy antique movers | Quincy Storage & Transfer Co |
| Added cost to a household move | $770 to $1,925 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $39 to $385 |
| Custom crating per item | $116 to $154 |
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 Quincy?
Art packing is available from 1 of 1 Quincy movers (100.0%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Quincy Storage & Transfer Co (4.38/5) rate highest for art packing in Quincy. Per-piece art handling in Quincy runs $39 to $385, with custom crates adding $116 to $154 per item.
| Art packing in Quincy | Details |
|---|---|
| Quincy movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Quincy art movers | Quincy Storage & Transfer Co |
| Per-piece handling fee | $39 to $385 |
| Custom crating per item | $116 to $154 |
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 fragile-only packing cost in Quincy?
Fragile-only packing is available from 1 of 1 Quincy movers (100.0%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Quincy Storage & Transfer Co (4.38/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Quincy. 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 Quincy | Details |
|---|---|
| Quincy movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Quincy providers | Quincy Storage & Transfer Co |
| 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 Quincy?
Quincy Storage & Transfer Co (4.38/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Quincy, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois. The Quincy market averages 4.38/5 across 1 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Quincy, IL
How much do movers cost in Quincy, IL?
Local movers in Quincy, IL charge by the hour. The IL average is $192/hour for a 2-person crew. Quincy's top-rated mover is Quincy Storage & Transfer Co, earning a 4.38/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 97 verified customer reviews across Illinois.
Key cost factors for a Quincy 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 Quincy movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select Quincy 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 Quincy across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Quincy movers (1.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Quincy movers (1.0 companies) offer full packing, and 100.0% 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 Quincy include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Quincy, 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 Quincy movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Quincy movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (1.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 100.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 100.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$198/month |
| Crating (fragile/high-value items) | 100.0% (1.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| 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 Quincy offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Quincy 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 Quincy
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.
