1. How much does it cost to hire Prager Moving & Storage for a local move in Naperville, IL?

Pricing for local moves is hourly based on the amount of goods to be moved. Smaller moves, such as apartments and condos, can start between $1,800-$2,000.00. These prices are based on moving services only, which do not include packing services if desired.

Pricing for larger townhouses and single-family homes, such as 3 bedroom homes or 4 bedroom homes, can start around $3,000.00. These prices are based on moving services only, which does not include packing services is desired.

Out of state, or long-distance moves, are based on the weight of the shipment and how many miles are between loading and delivery zip codes. Smaller moves, such as apartments and condos, moving only to neighboring states can range between $4,000-$5,000.00. While larger townhouses and single-family homes traveling 500+ miles can start between $9,000-$11,000.00. These prices are based on moving services only, which do not include packing services if desired.

Prager Moving offers hourly rates for local moves within a 50 mile radius from home-to-home and weight-based pricing for moves over 50 miles. Packing and unpacking are an additional charge on a per box basis. 

Some factors affecting cost of professional movers include amount of goods to move, time involved, mileage from one home to another, weight of goods, weekday vs. weekend moves and the amount of items to be packed can all affect the cost. It is important to note that Illinois is a regulated state, meaning licensed movers must publish their rates with the Illinois Commerce Commission. When choosing the right moving company be sure they are listed as a member of the Illinois Movers & Warehouseman’s Association for adherence to published hourly rates, mileage rates, and packing service rates.

Pricing for local moves, or within 50 miles, is based hourly. For larger single-family homes, such as 3 bedroom homes or 4 bedroom homes, prices can start around $4,500.00 for the moving services and, based on how many boxes are to be packed and what sizes, packing services can cost around $3,500.00 and unpacking services around $800.00.

For local moves, within a 50 mile radius from home-to-home, charges are hourly and thus all inclusive of stairs, long carries, large furniture, and difficult access.

Storage charges in a professional movers’ warehouse and care are based on the weight of the shipment and length of time in storage. Where smaller shipments may start around $350.00 per month, larger full-sized single-family homes may start between $750-900.00 per month.

The cheaper option will always be self-moves since this includes only the cost of the truck. However, moving larger items up/downstairs, packing of delicate goods, adequately protecting all furniture for transport and protection of both old and new home floors/walls is better handled by professional moving companies, such as Prager Moving, who have the proper skills and equipment to do so, mitigating risk of damage to goods, homes and injury to less experienced persons.

The best way to get an accurate moving quote, regardless of apartment or 4 bedroom home, is to call and schedule a survey with the mover. This should always be a visual survey completed either in-person or via a Facetime/Zoom call to ensure there is an accurate representation of how much and what items are to be packed and moved, as well as a chance to identify and ask questions pertaining to specialty, unusual or high value items.

1. How far in advance should I book Prager Moving & Storage for a local move in Naperville or Aurora?

When booking a move with Prager Moving, the more lead time the better, however, we can typically accommodate requests even with only a few days’ notice based on time of year, availability, and required crew size. Busy season in the moving industry is typically May-September.Pricing for local moves is hourly based on the amount of goods to be moved. Smaller moves, such as apartments and condos, can start between $1,800-$2,000.00. These prices are based on moving services only, which do not include packing services if desired.

The move process with Prager Moving starts with an appointment for a visual survey, completed either in-person or via a Facetime/Zoom call, to ensure there is an accurate representation of how much and what items are to be packed and moved. Once survey and estimated move charges are completed, the move is then passed from the sales team to a member of our customer service excellence team. Every move is assigned to be handled start to finish by a real, on-site member of customer service at Prager Moving who will complete a step-by-step walkthrough of what to expect on moving day as well as being available to address any questions and concerns leading up to move day. This includes a 72 hour check-in call to ensure everything is ready and addressed before our crews arrive, as well as a 24 hour phone call to provide the name and ETA of the crew prior to arrival. On move day our crew of professionals do it all, so you don’t have to. They will start by using floor covers and carpet shield to protect your home. The crew leader will complete a walkthrough of the home to ensure the information on move day matches his dispatch ticket from the time of original visual survey. From there our professional moving services may include packing first, even without packing services, however, the next step is to prepare and protect all furniture items by wrapping each item in moving blankets and stretch wrapping for adequate protection during transport. Whether moving locally, into storage or long-distance our process to protect your home and belongings does not change. Our team also completes minor disassembly of items needing to be broken down to exit the home, such as beds. This process is then repeated in reverse at delivery, with protection of the home first, delivery and placement of belongings while unwrapping the moving blankets to confirm a seamless and damage-free relocation. Our crew finishes by removing their equipment and home protection and a final walkthrough to ensure all items are accounted for and in the correct rooms and areas before leaving. 

Typical moving times for a larger 3 bedroom or 4 bedroom house should take a full 8-9 hour day including travel time to and from the origin/old and destination/new homes.

Prager Moving does provide professional packing services, so you don’t have to lift a finger if you choose. Prager can assist with a full service pack, meaning every box is packed and any pre-packed box or tote is inspected for safe transport and repacked as needed. Prager can also complete minimal packing as needed, usually this includes breakables only such as kitchen items, China, glassware, pictures, and TVs.

The move process with Prager Moving starts with an appointment for a visual survey, completed either in-person or via a Facetime/Zoom call, to ensure there is an accurate representation of how much and what items are to be packed and moved. Once survey and estimated move charges are completed, the move is then passed from the sales team to a member of our customer service excellence team. Every move is assigned to be handled start to finish by a real, on-site member of customer service at Prager Moving who will complete a step-by-step walkthrough of what to expect on moving day as well as being available to address any questions and concerns leading up to move day. This includes a 72 hour check-in call to ensure everything is ready and addressed before our crews arrive, as well as a 24 hour phone call to provide the name and ETA of the crew prior to arrival. On move day our crew of professionals do it all, so you don’t have to. They will start by using floor covers and carpet shield to keep your home protected. The crew leader will complete a walkthrough of the home to ensure the information on move day matches his dispatch ticket from the time of original visual survey. From there our professional moving services may include packing first, even without packing services, however, the next step is to prepare and protect all furniture items by wrapping each item in moving blankets and stretch wrapping for adequate protection during transport. Whether moving locally, into storage or long-distance our process to protect your home and belongings does not change. Our team also completes minor disassembly of items needing to be broken down to exit the home, such as beds. This process is then repeated in reverse at delivery, with protection of the home first, delivery and placement of belongings while unwrapping the moving blankets to confirm a seamless and damage-free relocation. Our crew finishes by removing their equipment and home protection and a final walkthrough to ensure all items are accounted for and in the correct rooms and areas before leaving. 

Yes, Prager Moving can pack and protect any and all items within the home, as well as the home itself, to ensure for a professional damage-free move. 

For long-distance, or interstate, moves timeframe of the move is based on how many days are needed for packing (if applicable) and loading of all the belongings at the origin home. This can range anywhere from 1 to 3 days based on services needed and size of home/amount of goods. Next, there is typically a small window given to get the items to the new home state known as a “delivery spread.” This window ensures the driver has enough hours to safely travel from the origin state to the destination state and prepare a crew for delivery. This “delivery spread” can vary but is based on the size of the shipment, the miles and hours needed to safely drive, and the time required to make delivery.

If a closing date changes before a move begins, Prager will make every attempt to work with the new dates, no deposit is required when booking therefore date changes are easy to work around with notice to do so. Should a closing date change during the move, Prager will make every attempt to accommodate the new dates and offer options for short-term storage or holding on the trucks as needed.

Yes, Prager Moving can coordinate and price local, storage and long distance moves before a new home is ready by using only the destination zip code until the new home address is available. 

The coordination of move-out and move-in circumstances is one of the many reasons to hire a professional moving company, such as Prager Moving. Due to the intricacies that vary from one move to another, Prager has the experience, expertise, and industry knowledge to ask the right questions before these circumstances become problems, costing time and money. By providing all necessary details of your move, such as closing on different dates, elevator or docks that need to be reserved ahead of time, providing certificates of insurance to building management companies and scheduling delivery dates Prager Moving will outline a move that fits within the specific details of your move.

1. What services does Prager Moving & Storage offer for homeowners moving within the Chicago suburbs?

Prager Moving & Storage is a licensed and insured professional moving company that offers moving services of all kinds that include; full service professional packing & unpacking services, professional protection of residence & furniture during transportation of household goods, and both short-term & long-term storage services for household goods within the Chicago suburbs. Prager Moving can also service heavy, large and difficult to handle household items, high-value furniture, antiques, fine art, and other large household belongings with an array of professional services. 

Yes, Prager Moving does provide professional packing services, so you don’t have to lift a finger if you choose. Prager can assist with a full service pack, meaning every box is packed and any pre-packed box or tote is inspected for safe transport and repacked as needed. Prager can also complete full service unpacking to include emptying of each packed box to a flat surface so that you the customer can put away as desired. Prager will also complete standard disassembly and reassembly for items that need to be serviced in order to be removed from the existing home or delivery into the new home.

Prager Moving offers local pickup and delivery of storage to/from our warehouse located in Batavia, IL.

Yes, Prager Moving can pack/protect and transport high-value items such as antiques and other delicate household items. These items are typically identified and noted for exceptional care during the pre-move visual survey process so the crew on move day is prepared and ready to transport them safely.

Yes, Prager Moving offers moving services to all 50 states and even can provide moving services internationally. Prager Moving also offers moving services that originate outside of Illinois to all 50 states as well. 

The main difference between local and long-distance/interstate moving with Prager Moving is the timeline and pricing. All moves through Prager Moving are handled with the same professional moving crews, equipment and services, the main difference being that local moves are based on hourly rates whereas long-distance/interstate moves are based on weight and distance of the move.

Yes, Prager Moving can supply for purchase by customers any and all moving supplies including wardrobe boxes, TV boxes, packing paper, bubble wrap, stretch wrap, tape and other assorted boxes and packing supplies. 

Yes, Prager Moving is a professional license and insured moving company. Prager can move oversized and heavy items such as oversized furniture, safes, pool tables, riding mowers, golf carts and other bulky items as part of a household goods move.

Yes, Prager Moving can offer quotes and professional moving services even when relocating internationally. 

Yes, Prager Moving can coordinate and price local, storage and long distance moves before a new home is ready by using only the destination zip code until the new home address is available. Prager can also coordinate and provide quotes if no destination is available by offering services and pricing for only the professional packing and pickup of household items into storage and separate pricing once a new home and destination area has been selected and residence is ready for delivery. 

1. What cities and communities in DuPage County does Prager Moving & Storage serve for local and long-distance moves?

Prager Moving serves all counties within Illinois, calling the Chicagoland suburbs home, Prager Moving can service local and long distance move from and to anywhere in Illinois and even the Great Lakes easily with its fleet of professional drivers and crews.

Prager Moving serves all counties within Illinois, calling Chicagoland suburbs home, Prager Moving can service local and long distance move from and to anywhere in Illinois and even the Great Lakes easily with its fleet of professional drivers and crews. This means Prager Moving can service any Chicago suburb to any of the 50 states.

Yes, Prager Moving specializes in professional moving services that include delivery directly to the new home. 

Prager Moving services all Chicago suburbs, and counties, within the state of Illinois for local moving as well as any Chicago suburb, and county, for long-distance/interstate residential moves.

Yes, Prager Moving services all types of moves and lanes, with multiple stops, storage requirements, and packing services. In this example the entire move would be hourly based on the location of each of the 3 requested stops. Prager Moving could also service a move that starts in Naperville, includes an extra stop at a storage facility in Aurora, and finishes at a new home in Naples, FL.

1. Is Prager Moving & Storage Co. a licensed, insured, and bonded moving company in Illinois?

Prager Moving & Storage Co. is a licensed, insured, and insured warehouse moving company in Illinois, in adherence to the Illinois Commerce Commission.

Prager Moving has been in business since 1954, family owned and operated currently by the second generation of family members and a trusted part of the Chicagoland community for over 70 years.

Prager Moving has served the Chicagoland suburbs since 1954, as a trusted part of the Naperville and the western suburb communities. Prager Moving strives to deliver excellent customer satisfaction by providing quality professional moving services for local, long-distance and storage needs.

Prager Moving offers 2 options for coverage on protection during local moves; the standard legal liability obligation of $0.60/lbs per article at no additional cost or Lump Sum Declared Value based on size of shipment and declared value at applicable valuation charges.

Prager Moving offers 2 options for coverage on protection during local moves; the standard legal liability obligation of $0.60/lb per article at no additional cost or Lump Sum Declared Value based on size of shipment and declared value at applicable valuation charges. With these 2 options for coverage in the event of damage or missing items, customers are asked to complete a claims form for the items and submit them for review by the claims department for resolution. 

Yes, Prager Moving & Storage Co. is a licensed, insured, and insured warehouse moving company in Illinois, in adherence to the Illinois Commerce Commission. This license grants the ability to handle any moves within the state of Illinois. For moves that occur from one state to another, Prager Moving is also an agent for Atlas Van Lines whose interstate authority grants the ability to handle any moves to or from any state.

To verify the licensing and safety record of Prager Moving, or any other mover in Illinois, you can visit the Illinois Commerce Commission’s website and search by name, or by area, for licensed movers. 

Website: Illinois Movers’ and Warehousemen’s Association (IMAWA)

Prager Moving & Storage is different from other moving companies in that customer service excellence is a company and family tradition. Prager Moving proudly operates under principles guided by a “commitment to excellence.” We know not every customer and every move is the same, but our commitment to providing top quality professional moving services to each individual set of needs should exceed expectations.

Yes, Prager Moving will provide written moving estimates for local, long-distance and storage moves with a clear explanation by both the sales team at the time of the visual survey and again during a review of the move details and charges by the dedicated member of our customer service excellence team assigned to each move.