LOCAL MOVES

In the Chicagoland area, a local move is known as an intrastate move. The pricing and regulations for a local move are different to those for interstate moves.

Perhaps the most important variation lies in the way by which the cost of a local move is calculated versus the method for long-distance shipments. Local moves come at an hourly rate for a certain number of movers and trucks. This is one of the most important reasons for obtaining a written, on-site estimate for your local move.

Crown’s experienced sales staff will provide a written estimate detailing the expected number of movers and trucks best suited to carry out your move in the most cost-effective and professional manner. The dollar cost of movers and trucks is determined by the Tarriff under which Crown is registered with the Illinois Movers’ and Warehousemen’s Association (IMAWA).

Packing costs are also determined by a registered Tarriff at IMAWA. Again, it is crucial to obtaining an accurate estimate that you specify to our sales staff your precise packing requirements. These will be identified separately on your written estimate.

It is important to know that it is unlawful for a mover licensed with the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) to offer a binding estimate or a fixed price for a local move. ALL local moves are priced by the length of time the move takes to complete with a designated number of movers and trucks. DO NOT believe any moving company that guarantees a price for a local move in Illinois. It is highly probable they are unlicensed and therefore not subject to the regulations and restrictions imposed by the ICC and IMAWA. You will end up paying for the actual time taken to complete the move as well as any other “ancilliary” charges arbitrarily imposed by an unlicensed mover.

At the time of your on-site estimate, Crown’s representative will outline our options for valuation and/or insurance for your protection against loss and damage. There may or may not be added charges for these options depending upon your selection. Please click on to our Valuation section for more information.

Crown accepts payment for local moves in the form of either cash, personal or certified bank check. We do not accept credit cards.

(Movers, International Movers, and Moving Companies)

Tipping the moving crew is entirely at the customer’s discretion. If you think the crew has provided service of a standard Crown expects of its movers, then please feel free to show your appreciation. Crown welcomes all feedback as to its employees’ performance whether positive or negative.

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