5 Best Packing Services in Chicago (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Chicago's top-rated packing services have logged more than 11,400 Google reviews between them, and most still hold a rating at or above 4.6. That kind of consistency at that scale means the real decision isn't whether these crews are good, it's which one fits a small apartment versus a whole house.

Short answer: The Professionals Moving Specialists leads Chicago packing services with a perfect 5.0 rating across more than 6,500 Google reviews, the deepest track record on this page. USA Moving & Storage (4.9) and MOOvers Chicago (4.9) are close behind on rating. Local moves typically run $500 to $2,000, with larger or interstate jobs climbing well past $3,000.

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How Chicago's Top Packing Crews Compare

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	The Professionals Moving Specialists	5.0 ★	6,517	Whole-home & sentimental items	View ›
2	Two Men and a Truck Moving and Storage	4.6 ★	2,127	National brand / storage add-on	View ›
3	USA Moving & Storage, Inc .	4.9 ★	1,171	Long-distance & piano moving	View ›
4	MOOvers Chicago Inc	4.9 ★	1,001	North Side moves / high-rises	View ›
5	Pack-Men Movers Inc (Illinois)	4.8 ★	639	Tight spaces & tricky staircases	View ›

5 Best Packing Services in Chicago (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Professionals Moving Specialists

5.06,517 Google reviews

The Professionals Moving Specialists is a Chicago moving and storage company offering residential and commercial moves, packing and unpacking, and specialty services like piano and antique moving. It runs full-service storage solutions alongside its moving arm, and its crews handle everything from small apartments to larger relocations. It's by far the most-reviewed packing and moving business in the city, with a perfect 5.0 rating to match.

What people praise

Careful, thorough packing that reviewers repeatedly trust with sentimental or fragile items
Crews communicate clearly on timing and pricing before the move
Fast, efficient work without sacrificing care
Named crew members frequently praised by name in reviews

Worth knowing

Its scale means booking ahead matters during busy season
As with any mover, confirm your final quote in writing before move day

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating5 / 5

Review volume6,517 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown98% 5-star

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Our take: A perfect rating held across more than 6,500 reviews is a genuinely rare combination, and it makes this the safest default on the list for a full-service pack and move.

Website +1773-478-1365 Directions

3918 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Two Men and a Truck Moving and Storage

4.62,127 Google reviews

Two Men and a Truck Moving and Storage is the Chicago Downtown location of the national moving franchise, offering local and long-distance moves, packing, and full-service, climate-controlled storage in Northbrook. The company also handles junk removal alongside its core moving services. It's the second most-reviewed business on this list.

What people praise

Pre-move estimates that reviewers say accurately predicted final cost
Crews take clear care wrapping and setting up furniture at the new place
Customer care follow-up call after the move, noted by several reviewers
Climate-controlled storage available as an add-on

Worth knowing

One reviewer disputed pricing and could not be matched to company records, a reminder to keep your own quote and receipt
As a larger franchise, individual crew experience can vary

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume2,127 · 92nd

Confidencevery high

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown88% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A national brand with real Chicago crews and a genuinely strong local rating. A solid choice when you also want climate-controlled storage in the same booking.

Website +1224-452-5137 Directions

2423 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60612

#3🕑 Open 7 days

USA Moving & Storage, Inc .

4.91,171 Google reviews

USA Moving & Storage has served the Chicago area since 1981, offering local, long-distance, and corporate moves alongside short and long-term storage and specialist piano moving. It's a Better Business Bureau A+ rated company with decades in the market, and it handles both residential and commercial jobs. Its 4.9 rating comes from over 1,100 reviews.

What people praise

Careful handling of heavy or delicate items like pianos, called out repeatedly
Reviewers note the crew treats belongings like their own, avoiding wall and floor damage
Long track record, with some customers returning after a decade or more
Flexible storage options for open-ended timelines

Worth knowing

As with any long-distance move, get the full cost breakdown in writing up front
High demand during peak moving season, so book early

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume1,171 · 87th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown95% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Decades of Chicago experience and a near-perfect rating make this a strong pick, especially for long-distance moves or specialty items like pianos.

Website +1800-626-4474 Directions

7020 N Ridgeway Ave, Lincolnwood, IL 60712

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

MOOvers Chicago Inc

4.91,001 Google reviews

MOOvers Chicago is a local moving company specializing in the North Side, including Lakeview, Lincoln Park, and Andersonville, with pre-approved insurance certificates for many high-rises in Streeterville and the Gold Coast. It offers local and interstate moving, packing, and senior moving services, with a Kedzie Avenue office serving as its North Side hub. It matches USA Moving at a 4.9 rating.

What people praise

Deep familiarity with North Side building access rules and vintage walk-ups
Crews praised for careful wrapping and reinforcing items in transit
Clear, organized inventory and payment process
Strong reputation for interstate and senior moves

Worth knowing

Best suited to North Side moves given its specialization
As with any mover, confirm building-access paperwork ahead of move day

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume1,001 · 82nd

Confidencevery high

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown95% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The go-to choice if you're moving within or into the North Side, particularly a high-rise, thanks to its building-specific expertise.

Website +1872-282-5553 Directions

5359 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Pack-Men Movers Inc (Illinois)

4.8639 Google reviews

Pack-Men Movers is a family-owned moving company based in Oak Park, offering full-service residential and commercial moves with quilt-pad wrapping, disassembly and reassembly, and both packing and do-it-yourself options. It also handles junk removal and senior moving services. It's the smallest business on this list by review count but still holds a strong 4.8 rating.

What people praise

Reviewers repeatedly praise how efficiently the crew navigates narrow staircases and tight spots
Competitive, often lower pricing than larger competitors
Careful with walls and furniture during difficult moves
Family-owned feel noted by several long-time customers

Worth knowing

One reviewer noted scratches on furniture discovered after the move, though the company followed up to address it
Smaller review base than the largest names on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume639 · 76th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A smaller, family-run operation with a track record for handling tricky spaces well. A good fit for tight staircases or apartments where bigger crews struggle.

Website +1773-358-8284 Directions

37 South Blvd, Oak Park, IL 60302

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data as of the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated it, ranked against other Chicago movers and packers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 5.0 from thousands of customers counts for more than a 4.9 from a few hundred. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much do packing services cost in Chicago? (2026)

Pricing depends heavily on how much you’re moving and how far, with local moves priced lower than long-distance or interstate jobs. Ranges below reflect what customers reported paying in their own Google reviews for the businesses on this page.

Job	Typical price
Small local move (studio / 1BR)	$500 to $1,500
Larger local move (2-3BR)	$1,500 to $3,500
Long-distance / interstate move	$2,000 to $5,000+

Ranges reflect the price figures customers self-reported in their Google reviews for the businesses on this page, verified August 2026. Get a written, itemized quote before any move, since final cost depends on volume, distance, and access.

Serving all of Chicago

The packing and moving crews above cover the city and surrounding suburbs, including Lincoln Park, Lakeview, the Gold Coast, Streeterville, Oak Park, and Lincolnwood. Searching for packing services near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you hire a packing service

Is the estimate flat-rate or hourly, and what’s included?
Do you provide packing materials, or do I need to supply my own?
Are you licensed and insured for local and interstate moves?
What happens if something is damaged during the move?
How far in advance do I need to book for my moving date?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these packing services?

We started from packing and moving companies in Chicago with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do Chicago packing companies offer storage too?

Several do. The Professionals Moving Specialists, Two Men and a Truck, and USA Moving & Storage all offer short or long-term, climate-controlled storage alongside packing and moving.

How much should I tip movers in Chicago?

There’s no fixed rule, but many customers factor a tip into the total cost reported in their reviews. Ask the company directly about their policy if you’re unsure.

The bottom line

The Professionals Moving Specialists is the safe default given its scale and perfect rating, while Pack-Men Movers is worth a call if your move involves a tight staircase or awkward layout. Whoever you choose, get the quote in writing before move day.

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