Chicago Cross Country Movers make moving a simple and enjoyable experience.
Chicago Cross Country Movers
When relocating to a place dubbed as The Windy City, you need a reliable and experienced crew of cross country movers who can move you efficiently no matter the season. Luckily our Chicago movers are here to help you settle down in no time and be the wind in your back for your upcoming relocation.
Relocating to the Windy City With Our Movers Chicago
Located on the shore of Lake Michigan in the state of Illinois lies Chicago, also known as The Windy City, Chi-town, The Second City, or My Kind of Town, according to Frank Sinatra's famous song. More than 9.5 million people live in the Chi-town's metropolitan area, and if you also think that Chi-town is your kind of town, there's still room for more. This is the third most populous and third-largest metro area in the country, so there's no doubt you'll be able to find the right place to call home and suit your needs. Before we introduce you to the services our movers in Chicago offer, let us tell you something more about the city itself.
The Cost of Living in Chi-Town
When moving to a big city like this, it is normal to expect that the costs are going to be somewhat high. However, many of you will be positively surprised to see that Chi-town is rarely featured on those lists of the most expensive cities to live in in the US. In fact, it is never in the first ten. So if you're looking for a bustling metropolis with numerous opportunities, attractions but also a reasonable cost of living, you've chosen the right place because Chi-town has that perfect balance.
So what can you expect from the prices in this city? Well, for example, renting a one-bedroom apartment in a central location can cost around $1,850 per month, while the rent for a three-bedroom apartment goes about $3,500. Now, we know that is above the national average, but so are the salaries here. The average net salary (after tax) is $4,450. It is expected that a single adult spends around $1,000 monthly for various expenses, without the rent. But in the end, of course, it all depends on your lifestyle, spending habits, preferences, and the number of household members.
So what can you expect from the prices in this city? Well, for example, renting a one-bedroom apartment in a central location can cost around $1,850 per month, while the rent for a three-bedroom apartment goes about $3,500. Now, we know that is above the national average, but so are the salaries here. The average net salary (after tax) is $4,450. It is expected that a single adult spends around $1,000 monthly for various expenses, without the rent. But in the end, of course, it all depends on your lifestyle, spending habits, preferences, and the number of household members.
Things to Do Around the City
In the breaks of unpacking, you can start exploring your new city and see for yourself what's so great about it. You can start with small things like discovering your neighborhood, finding a quaint, local cafe in your area, admiring the architecture, or go big from the start and visit the main attractions first. You might even feel a bit like a tourist, but there's nothing wrong with that; you can't expect to feel like a local since day one.
Whether you're relocating with kids or not, Lincoln Park Zoo is a must-see. The most photographed place or sculpture, in this case, is "The Bean," located in Millenium Park along with other photo-worthy attractions such as Jay Pritzker Pavilion and the Crown Fountain. Navy Pier serves excellent views, and from there, you can go on a boat tour or hop on a gigantic Ferris wheel. During the summer months, you can enjoy Movies in the Parks, visit the Botanic Garden, or go for a walk around The 606, a trail that connects Humboldt Park, Logan Square, Bucktown, and Wicker Park.
Whether you're relocating with kids or not, Lincoln Park Zoo is a must-see. The most photographed place or sculpture, in this case, is "The Bean," located in Millenium Park along with other photo-worthy attractions such as Jay Pritzker Pavilion and the Crown Fountain. Navy Pier serves excellent views, and from there, you can go on a boat tour or hop on a gigantic Ferris wheel. During the summer months, you can enjoy Movies in the Parks, visit the Botanic Garden, or go for a walk around The 606, a trail that connects Humboldt Park, Logan Square, Bucktown, and Wicker Park.
How Long Does the Windy Season Last?
When a city has such a nickname, many might feel worried about the weather and just how chilly it can get in Chi-town. But surprisingly, this is not the windiest city in the US, Boston is. And the nickname The Windy City was first used in the 19th century to refer to the local political scene. However, due to the proximity to Lake Michigan, there is some proper wind as well.
Winter and spring months can be considered as windy. The wind's average speed is slightly higher during the spring, but due to the lower temperatures during the winter, we have a subjective feeling that the wind is stronger. Winds are much stronger around the lakefront, while farther inland, it is not so bad at all. So clearly, the wind is not something you should stress so much about. Now when we debunked that myth, let us show you how relocating can also be a stress-free event.
Winter and spring months can be considered as windy. The wind's average speed is slightly higher during the spring, but due to the lower temperatures during the winter, we have a subjective feeling that the wind is stronger. Winds are much stronger around the lakefront, while farther inland, it is not so bad at all. So clearly, the wind is not something you should stress so much about. Now when we debunked that myth, let us show you how relocating can also be a stress-free event.
Why Choose Moving Services From Cross Country Moving Company
As one of the most reputable Chicago moving companies with years of experience in this industry, we strive to maintain our reputation in the business by providing nothing but stellar service. We have curated a list of cross country moving services in Chicago that covers all aspects of relocation. Whether you're relocating your home or office, shipping a car, or looking for storage, our company has a team of professional cross country movers ready to assist you.
A lot of times, people who already moved at least once think that the next time they could do it all by themselves. The truth is, it doesn't matter how many times you moved before. It can't be more than we did because our crew does it pretty much every day. While for you, this is something that happens once in a few years or once in a few months, our guys do it every single day. They know every single hack and trick, and they have enough experience and expertise to handle it all. So without further ado, let us tell you what our professional movers Chicago can do for you.
A lot of times, people who already moved at least once think that the next time they could do it all by themselves. The truth is, it doesn't matter how many times you moved before. It can't be more than we did because our crew does it pretty much every day. While for you, this is something that happens once in a few years or once in a few months, our guys do it every single day. They know every single hack and trick, and they have enough experience and expertise to handle it all. So without further ado, let us tell you what our professional movers Chicago can do for you.
Our Chicago Movers Offer the Best Packing Service
Packing is by far one of the most time-consuming and demanding things to do when it comes to relocating. The thing is that people, and especially those who don't move frequently, are not even aware of the amount of stuff they hoard during the years until the time comes to take them all out and pack. Many see the solution in donating and selling items they don't want to keep anymore, but let's face it, no matter how much you declutter, there are still too many things left to pack.
If packing a suitcase for a vacation is stressful, just imagine how much time and nerves you'll waste on packing your entire household. Luckily, you don't have to put yourself through that. We have a team of experienced packers who know how to handle all kinds of items and pack them safely. Also, we use stickers with barcodes to ensure nothing gets lost during the process. If you're interested in this, we offer two types of packing services for you to choose from.
If packing a suitcase for a vacation is stressful, just imagine how much time and nerves you'll waste on packing your entire household. Luckily, you don't have to put yourself through that. We have a team of experienced packers who know how to handle all kinds of items and pack them safely. Also, we use stickers with barcodes to ensure nothing gets lost during the process. If you're interested in this, we offer two types of packing services for you to choose from.
Full Packing Means Our Chicago Movers Bring Boxes and Everything Else You Might Need
Although boxes are the most popular, they just are not suitable for all types of items, and they alone are not enough to protect your belongings during transportation. That is why those of you who opt for our full service can relax because our crew comes equipped with boxes and other packing supplies such as bubble wrap, mattress covers, blankets, padding, and so on.
Proper supplies are far from free, and those you can get at your local liquor store for free are already worn out, so they might not be adequate to protect your belongings. On the other hand, our team will professionally pack every single item from your inventory list by using our supplies, load it, and ship it to your future home while you don't have to lift a finger.
Proper supplies are far from free, and those you can get at your local liquor store for free are already worn out, so they might not be adequate to protect your belongings. On the other hand, our team will professionally pack every single item from your inventory list by using our supplies, load it, and ship it to your future home while you don't have to lift a finger.
Opt for Partial Service if You Want to Pack Some Things by Yourself
If you prefer, you can pack some things by yourself and leave the more demanding ones to our crew of packers. If you have the right supplies and the time to do it, we can split the work. Inspect your household and create a list of things you want us to pack, but keep in mind that by partial, we consider no more than 15 boxes. We are experts in handling fragile items and ensuring that nothing moves around the box during the transport, so you can rest assured that your sensitive objects are well protected and safe while in our possession.
Take Advantage of Free Storage for 30 Days
When moving cross country, no matter if it is a long or short distance, having the option to leave your belongings in storage for a while can be life-saving. Sometimes it is hard to schedule your move-out and move-in dates ideally, or you want to do some painting or remodeling before you start unpacking in your new home. That is why it is always good to have a storage unit as an option, and we offer it completely free of charge for the first 30 days. No strings attached or hidden fees.
Shipping a Car Across the Country
Another essential service when it comes to relocating is auto shipping. It is far more convenient to ship your vehicle than to drive it for hours or sell it and then search for a new one. Whether you have a classic or a modern car, we can help you ship it to pretty much every corner of the country. If you have more than one vehicle, that's not a problem. We can ship them all at once or arrange different pickup dates if you prefer it that way. When it comes to transportation, we offer two types of carriers.
No Matter the Distance, We Can Ship Your Car on an Open or Enclosed Trailer
Cross Country Moving Company has in its offer both types of carriers for shipping vehicles, that is, open and enclosed trailers. Let's compare them briefly to show you what their main features are:
Open trailers are more affordable, they can accommodate more vehicles, they are fast, safe, but they don't protect your car from outdoor conditions such as road debris or bad weather.
Enclosed trailers are preferred among owners of luxurious vehicles since they are more expensive. However, they do provide maximum protection from weather or road debris, but they can carry significantly fewer cars at once, usually no more than four.
Open trailers are more affordable, they can accommodate more vehicles, they are fast, safe, but they don't protect your car from outdoor conditions such as road debris or bad weather.
Enclosed trailers are preferred among owners of luxurious vehicles since they are more expensive. However, they do provide maximum protection from weather or road debris, but they can carry significantly fewer cars at once, usually no more than four.
Cross Country Moving Company Offers Door-to-Door Delivery Services
Every customer who wants to ship its car loves this part of the service because it is incredibly convenient. Door-to-door delivery means that we will pick up your vehicle in front of your old home and ship it right in front of your new one. There's just one thing to keep in mind: if our truck can't access your building or house, we will meet you at the nearest available parking lot.
The Importance of Having Moving Insurance
Although we fully trust our professionals and their skills, we are aware that accidents can happen. But we leave nothing to chance, which is why everything that was packed by our team of packers is insured with limited liability coverage. However, we always like to recommend our clients, especially those who have valuables and expensive items, to invest in additional full replacement value insurance. When it comes to car shipping, your precious four-wheelers are not only in good hands but also insured as long as they are with us. We cover external damage up to $100,000 for cars on open trailers and up to $500,000 for cars riding in an enclosed trailer.
Contact Us Today to Get Your Free Quote and Book a Date
Our moving company in Chicago helps people moving interstate to or from all areas around Chi-town, so if you need professional assistance, don't hesitate to contact us today and request a free quote, or fill out a free quote form on our website. In the meanwhile, you can check out our customer reviews and see why we are at the very top in this industry for years. We'll be more than happy to be the wind in your back for relocating to this incredible city.
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What Customers Say About Our Chicago Cross Country Movers
Melissa V.
To start things off right I have to give these guys big kudos.not only was their help very courteous professional... read more and right to the point they gave me a great moving plan and allowed me to execute it with so many things going on. being a mother of two and single and making such a big move from here Chicago to Florida was not easy.but with their great help and professionalism and attention to all my needs it was nothing but a cinch. Thank you from the bottom of my heart I hope that you guys keep doing great work and that other companies follow suit. read less Chicago9/26/2016
Dennis K.
Hello everybody. Couple days ago I moved from Chicago to Suburbs.Just wanna say thanks to professional moving company "Chicago Cross... read more Country Movers" It was a very gentle moving with my furniture especially with a huge piece of glass of my dining table... They even arrived 10 min early of schedule time and got the job done.And the price was the same what we are agreed. I'm totally satisfied with those movers read less Chicago1/12/2016
Franny S.
I just had these guys pack for me and load up the truck for a move from Chicago to California.... read more While I can't yet comment on the delivery service as my stuff won't arrive until next week, I can say that Adrian and his team did a great job. Very communicative, fairly priced and he even mopped the muddy floor afterwards! Plus all my phone contact with the CA office thus far has been great, everyone has been extremely helpful and reassuring about this huge move. Definitely would recommend, at least on this end!UPDATE: I used Cross Country again when circumstances dictated I move back to Chicago from California. Johnny and Dan at the main office were super helpful and treated me like family, often taking the time to reassure me when I was totally freaking out. Oscar and his crew did a fantastic job of packing and loading in CA, while (a different) Dan and his crew took excellent care unloading in Chicago. He even called and requested a couple more guys be sent over to make it go as quickly as smoothly as possible. Long distance moves are PAINFUL, but Cross Country does their best to take the sting out whenever they can. If you have to do it, this is the moving company to use. Highly recommended! read less Chicago9/03/2017
Lisa C.
Hank was super responsive to any of our questions. We would totally use them again and highly recommend! Chicago8/02/2017
Stephen A.
I had to move suddenly as my work schedule changed drastically. Home Movers were able to fit me into their... read more schedule. I called Saturday afternoon and they worked me in for the very next day! I could not believe how quickly they were able to pack up the old place and unpack at the new place. They are very friendly. I would absolutely recommend this team! Their kindness and hard work really put me at ease on a very stressful day. read less Chicago3/10/2016
Kevin K.
My best friend had used this moving company to her move out to Indiana. She is an artist so we... read more were worried about all her delicate artwork and tools. The movers not only helped us pack all of her fragile items, but they also helped us unpack everything into her new apartment. Everything had made it from point A to B in one piece and we were very satisfied with the whole move. I would definitely recommend this company to be used. Great job! read less Chicago3/08/2016
Claudia Z.
Cross Country Movers did a great job moving my boyfriends furniture from Chicago to Denver! They were prompt and very... read more professional! They had no problem finding his new condo and were gentle when handling all of his stuff. I would definitely recommend them to my family and friend and to those who want a professional moving service! Thank you guys! read less Chicago3/04/2016
Karla P.
I used this company when transporting my car from Chicago to California. I highly recommend this because they are friendly,... read more quick, and super affordable! My car made it home safely in the same condition as it had left. Great customer service and there was awesome communication between both parties at all times. read less Chicago3/13/2016
Jessica S.
I have used them for my long distance move and was very happy. I was moving from Chicago to LA.... read more Special thanks to Peter and Bob who were just fantastic. Their team surprised me with their well-coordinated work, fair prices with no hidden fees. They were honest and always could be reached over the phone. The delivery itself was safe and fast. Many thanks to customer support, super friendly personnel ! read less Chicago8/10/2015
Mimo R.
I called these guys, after years of do it yourself and trying to save money. I found this to be... read more well worth the investment! HASSLE FREE!! I LOVE it!! I'm tired of U-haul, IT always turns out to be more than the $19.99 u expected to pay. Plus the unreliable friends or people with last minute changes leaving you stuck with a truck and no movers! on one of my moves I actually had friends of mine ROLL my round cherry wood table top for about 20 yards on the cement sidewalk from the truck all the way into my new apt. Now at every meal I sit and look at the damage along the edges of what was a beautiful table. Wondering how I might fix and more over how did they think that was good idea. So for my 3rd move in 3 years - I wanted hassle free and that is exactly what I got when I decided to go with a moving co. no arguments , no you OWE ME.. no damages and better yet MY FAV, IT WASN'T VERY EXPENSIVE!! YAY ME! GOING FORWARD as far as me and my back are concerned Chicago Cross Movers is the only way to go!! THANKS!!!! read less Chicago3/27/2016
Jessie I.
Great service. I had used cross country to transport my mom's car from Chicago to Des Moines Iowa. The driver... read more was very friendly and the team and office was also very polite. Definitely recommend for Auto Service shout out to Jake who helped me get this all taken care of. read less Chicago9/30/2016
Marioq- C.
In the winter of 2010 I had to move from Boston To Chicago suddenly do to a wonderful new job... read more opportunity and considering the fact it was the winter time I truly thought the moving process would be quite difficult and costly and I didn't know who to call but a friend suggested Chicago Cross Country Movers and not only did Chicago Cross Country Movers make the process easy they also took wonderful care of my furniture and other items for a great cost. Thank you Chicago Cross Country Movers for everything. read less Chicago3/24/2016
Jessica S.
I have used them for my long distance move and was very happy. I was moving from Chicago to LA.... read more Special thanks to Peter and Bob who were just fantastic. Their team surprised me with their well-coordinated work, fair prices with no hidden fees. They were honest and always could be reached over the phone. The delivery itself was safe and fast. Many thanks to customer support, super friendly personnel ! read less Chicago8/10/2015
Mimo R.
I called these guys, after years of do it yourself and trying to save money. I found this to be... read more well worth the investment! HASSLE FREE!! I LOVE it!! I'm tired of U-haul, IT always turns out to be more than the $19.99 u expected to pay. Plus the unreliable friends or people with last minute changes leaving you stuck with a truck and no movers! on one of my moves I actually had friends of mine ROLL my round cherry wood table top for about 20 yards on the cement sidewalk from the truck all the way into my new apt. Now at every meal I sit and look at the damage along the edges of what was a beautiful table. Wondering how I might fix and more over how did they think that was good idea. So for my 3rd move in 3 years - I wanted hassle free and that is exactly what I got when I decided to go with a moving co. no arguments , no you OWE ME.. no damages and better yet MY FAV, IT WASN'T VERY EXPENSIVE!! YAY ME! GOING FORWARD as far as me and my back are concerned Chicago Cross Movers is the only way to go!! THANKS!!!! read less Chicago3/27/2016
