Your Trusted Apartment & Condo Moving Experts
Welcome to Joey’s Chicago Movers: Your Trusted Apartment and Condo Moving Experts
Are you moving to a new apartment or condominium in Chicago?
Every move has its challenges and complexities, but many of Chicago’s apartment and condominium buildings have unique character and quirks that can add extra anxiety, including navigating narrow hallways, coordinating elevator schedules, and finding parking in the city’s busy neighborhoods.
Whether your relocation is into one of downtown’s glitzy high-rise buildings, or you’ve chosen a quiet condo in the suburbs, there’s no reason for stress. Joey’s Movers is Chicago’s most recommended moving company, and we’re here to help. We have decades of experience in apartment and condo moving, and you can rely on us to make your move smooth and stress-free.
One of the things we’re most proud of at Joey’s is the expertise and longevity of our team of professional apartment movers and condo movers. Many of them have been with us for decades, and they all understand the unique demands involved in moving in Chicago.
With years of experience navigating the city’s neighborhoods and buildings, we offer tailored solutions that make every move seamless, for individuals and families alike.
Why Choose Professional Movers?
It’s tempting to call a few friends or family members and enlist their help for your move, but hiring professional movers is more than just convenient—it’s the smart thing to do. When you hire professional movers, you get more than muscle and a truck: you get efficiency, safety, and peace of mind. At Joey’s Chicago Movers, we bring expertise and a dedication to customer service from professionals who treat your belongings and the building you’re moving into with care and respect.
Efficiency and Expertise: When you work with Joey’s Movers, your move will be handled by skilled movers who excel at navigating tight spaces, transporting fragile items safely, and paying close attention to building regulations. We know that you need to start off on the right foot in your new building (or keep things friendly if you’re moving within the same building), so we coordinate every detail, from securing elevator access to obtaining parking permits.
Safety and Protection: Our staff has been extensively trained to handle even the most delicate items with care. Whether it’s your furniture, electronics, or family
heirlooms, they’ll all arrive at your new home in perfect condition. You can trust our apartment and condo movers to take the stress out of your move.
Key Features of Our Apartment and Condo Moving Services
Our comprehensive moving services are designed to meet all your relocation needs, no matter the size or complexity of your move. We offer:
Pre-Move Planning
Every apartment or condominium has its own rules for when and how moves can be accomplished. We’ll reach out to your building management to discuss their requirements, provide all necessary documents, and schedule move times and elevator access. Our team will also handle the permits needed to comply with Chicago’s parking regulations.
Packing and Unpacking
Show us what you’re moving and we’ll pick the perfect professional packing supplies to make sure your belongings are safe throughout the moving process. From sturdy boxes to custom packing and crating for fragile items, we’ve got you covered.
Specialty Items
Our moving team is experienced in handling all types of specialty items. Whether you’re moving something fragile, oversized, or extremely valuable, we’ll handle it with care.
- Pianos
- Antiques
- Artwork
- Large furniture
Furniture Disassembly and Assembly
If your furniture needs disassembly and reassembly, let us know. We’ll bring the right tools and efficiently manage the process so that everything you want in your new space makes it in the door easily and fits perfectly.
Common Challenges of Apartment and Condo Moves
Apartment and condominium moves require careful planning and expertise to make sure that everything fits and arrives safely, without harming what’s being moved or the walls where you’re moving.
Navigating Tight Spaces
Chicago’s older apartment buildings have plenty of charm, but they also have notoriously narrow hallways and steep staircases. Our experienced team has years of experience moving in and out of these buildings and knows exactly how to maneuver bulky items without causing damage.
Securing Parking and Elevator Reservations
Parking regulations in Chicago’s neighborhoods can be complex, and elevator reservations generally offer small windows of opportunity that require precise timing. We’ll handle all these logistics to keep your move on track.
Avoiding Property Damage
Protecting walls, floors, and doorways is part of our job and a top priority. We use padding and other protective measures to make sure we leave everything looking exactly as it was before we arrived.
City Parking Regulations
Chicago requires special permits for on-street moving truck parking. We’ll help make sure that all these arrangements are made well ahead of time, applying for permits and making sure they’re properly displayed to avoid complications.
Tips for a Smooth Move
Declutter and Donate
There’s nothing like packing for a move to help you clear out what’s no longer needed. Give yourself plenty of time to go through your belongings and donate what you no longer want. Not only does this cut down on what needs to be moved (and related moving costs), but it also makes unpacking easier and gives you a sense of a fresh start.
Notify Landlords and Follow Building Regulations
Contact the landlord and building management in your new apartment or condominium well in advance of your move to make sure you know all of their requirements.
You want to start on the right foot, so make sure that you follow their rules to avoid any bad feelings or penalties.
Pack Strategically
When packing up, make sure that you label every box clearly both for contents and what room it should be unloaded to. It’s also a good idea to pack essential items separately – depending on how far you’re moving and how complex the relocation is, you may want to keep them with you for easy, immediate access.
How to Rent a House When Relocating
Renting a house is different from renting an apartment or condominium. Here are a few helpful hints to guide you in the process:
Finding Rental Properties
Not every neighborhood allows single-family rentals, and most have minimum lease term requirements.
- Research different areas that have rental houses available and visit potential properties.
- Make sure you use reputable rental websites and work with knowledgeable
local real estate agents.
Negotiating Leases
- Review lease terms carefully. Some neighborhoods have specific requirements that apply to renters.
- Discuss whether lease options are flexible and clarify maintenance responsibilities, parking rules, and other details.
Understanding Lease Terms
- Familiarize yourself with tenant rights and obligations in Chicago.
- Ensure the lease includes clear language regarding rent increases and requirements for renewals and termination.
Benefits of Choosing the Right Moving Company
There are so many benefits that come with choosing a licensed and insured moving company like Joey’s Chicago Movers. Here are just a few things that make us stand out:
Positive Reviews and Reputation
Joey’s Movers is Chicago’s most recommended movers, and that’s reflected in the reviews our customers post and the testimonials they send us. We pride ourselves on client satisfaction, and nothing means more to us than when people refer their family and friends to our service. Check out a few of the glowing comments we’ve received.
Flexibility and Transparent Pricing
Our flexible scheduling and transparent pricing mean we’ll be able to come up with a plan that fits your needs and budget, with no hidden fees.
Conclusion
At Joey’s Chicago Movers, we’re dedicated to making your apartment and condominium move a success. Our professional moving team, customized services, and local expertise make sure you’ll have a stress-free, smooth experience. Ready to get started? Contact us today for a free quote and make your next move seamless!