Chicago's Most Trusted Family-Owned Moving Company
Founded in 2009 by President Richard Supran, Collins Family Movers began with a single truck and a simple promise: treat every move with the care we would give to our own family.
Sixteen years later, the same family operates every job from our headquarters at 2742 W Montrose Ave, Chicago IL. Same crew. Same standards. Same name above the door.
"Moving is personal. As a family-owned team, we earn trust on every job by handling your belongings with the same care we would want for our own home."
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Credentials You Can Look Up Yourself
A licensed mover protects your home, your belongings, and your wallet. Below are six independent credentials, insurance details, and proof points you can verify with one click before booking.
Authorized intrastate carrier for household goods, fully filed and active with the state of Illinois.
Federal motor carrier authorization required for every interstate move that crosses state lines.
Verified by the Better Business Bureau with a top-tier rating and a clean complaint record on file.
General liability, workers compensation, and cargo coverage. Certificate of insurance on request.
Every mover is a full-time, background-checked employee. No day-labor, no contractors, no strangers.
Locked-in pricing before move day. The number you are quoted is the number you pay. Always.
Our Full Moving Services in Chicago IL
From a one-bedroom apartment to a full corporate office, our trained crew handles every type of move with the same care, planning, and flat-rate pricing. Pick the service that fits your need below.
Local Moving
Need trusted local movers? Collins Family Movers offers fast, reliable, and affordable local moving services across every neighborhood. From Lincoln Park to Logan Square, our crew handles packing, loading, transport, and unloading with total care and efficiency. We arrive on time, fully equipped, and ready to protect your belongings every step of the way.
Long Distance Moving
Planning a long-distance move? Our team is your go-to choice for stress-free interstate and cross-country relocations. We coordinate every detail from pickup to final destination, ensuring your belongings are professionally packed, securely loaded, and delivered on time. Our long distance team has successfully completed moves to Arizona, California, Texas, Florida, and beyond.
Residential Moving
Moving to a new home? Collins Family Movers provides top-rated residential moving services designed to make your transition smooth, safe, and stress-free. Our professional residential movers carefully pack, wrap, transport, and unpack your belongings, treating every item with the care it deserves. From single-family homes in Beverly to vintage two-flats in Wicker Park, we handle every type of residential move with skill and efficiency.
Commercial Moving
Need a reliable commercial moving company? We specialize in efficient office and business relocations across the city. Whether you are moving your office in the Loop, River North, or along the Magnificent Mile, our commercial movers minimize downtime and maximize productivity. We handle office furniture, equipment, electronics, and supplies with precision so your business gets back up and running as quickly as possible.
Apartment Moving
Searching for the best apartment movers? Collins Family Movers specializes in apartment relocations throughout the city, including high-rises, walk-ups, and multi-unit buildings. We know how to navigate narrow stairwells, coordinate freight elevator reservations, and work within building move-in windows to keep your relocation on schedule. Our skilled crew packs, lifts, and transports your belongings safely and efficiently.
Labor-Only Moving
Need extra muscle for your move? Collins Family Movers offers flexible labor-only services perfect for residents who have their own rental truck or PODS container. Our trained crew handles all the heavy lifting, loading, unloading, and furniture rearranging so you do not have to. Whether you need two movers for two hours or a full crew for a full day, we work around your schedule and budget.
Piano Moving
Looking for expert piano movers? We provide specialized piano moving services designed to protect your valuable instrument from start to finish. Our piano team uses professional dollies, heavy-duty padding, and proven rigging techniques to safely move upright pianos, baby grand pianos, and grand pianos through tight stairwells, narrow hallways, and elevator-only buildings. We protect both your instrument and your property every step of the way.
Large Item Moving
Need to move heavy or oversized items? Collins Family Movers offers professional large item moving services for safes, gym equipment, appliances, sectional sofas, and more. Our large item crew uses the right equipment and techniques to handle even the bulkiest pieces through tight doorways, staircases, and narrow building corridors. No item is too big or too heavy for our experienced team.
Packing Services
Let our packers handle your move from start to finish. Collins Family Movers offers full professional packing services using high-quality moving boxes, packing paper, bubble wrap, and custom crating for fragile and specialty items. Our expert packers organize and label every box carefully so unpacking at your new home or office is effortless. Whether you need a full pack or just help with delicate items, we customize every packing plan to your needs.
Chicago Neighborhoods We Serve Every Week
From the high-rises along Lake Shore Drive to the brownstones off Milwaukee Ave, our crew knows the streets, the buildings, the parking rules, and the freight elevator quirks. Here are the neighborhoods we move through every week.
Do not see your neighborhood? We move every block of the city plus the suburbs. Request a free quote →
Why Chicago Residents Choose Collins Family Movers
Choosing the right mover is the difference between a smooth move-in day and a regret you live with for years. Here is what sets our team apart from the rest.
Experienced and Dedicated Crew
Our team brings deep moving experience and a real commitment to doing the job right the first time. From the first planning call to the final walk-through, our crew handles every detail with care, making your move as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Full Range of Moving Solutions
Collins Family Movers offers a complete range of services to meet every kind of need. Whether you are moving across town, taking on a long-distance relocation, or need specialty work like piano moving, our crew customizes the plan around your situation.
Customer-First Service
At Collins Family Movers, our clients are our top priority. We take the time to understand your unique situation and tailor the service so the experience exceeds your expectations. Our crew is committed to exceptional customer service every step of the way.
Honest and Competitive Pricing
We believe in quality work at fair, transparent prices. With Collins Family Movers, you receive an upfront, detailed flat-rate quote with no hidden fees. You always know exactly what to expect, and we work hard to deliver the best value for every dollar.
Collins Family Movers vs Other Movers
Not every moving company is built the same. Some show up with rented vans and day-labor crews; some hand you the bill of your life. Here is how we stack up against the typical mover you will find online.
| What to Look For | Collins Family Movers | Typical Movers |
|---|---|---|
| Family-Owned & Operated | Yes, since 2009 | Often a franchise or broker |
| Full-Time W-2 Crew | 100% W-2 Staff | Day labor or 1099 contractors |
| Flat-Rate Quote (Not Hourly Surprises) | Locked-In Price | Hourly with hidden add-ons |
| BBB A+ Accredited | A+ Rated | Often unaccredited |
| Forbes Home Top-Rated | Featured | Not listed |
| 10,000+ Completed Moves | 16-Year Track Record | Limited or unknown history |
| Background-Checked Movers | Every Crew Member | Rarely verified |
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The Collins Family Movers Protection Promise
Four written promises that come with every move we accept. No fine print, no escape clauses, no exceptions. If we break a promise, it is on us to make it right.
Every load is insured from the moment we lift it until we set it down inside your new home. No partial coverage. No exclusions on common household items.
The number we give you at booking is the number you pay on move day. No surprise fuel fees, stair fees, or wrap fees added to the final invoice.
Our crew arrives inside the time window you booked. If traffic ever slows us down, you get a phone call ahead, not an excuse after.
In the rare case of damage, we respond within 24 hours. Every claim is reviewed by our owner Richard Supran personally, then resolved fast and fair.
Trusted by Customers. Recognized by Authorities.
A 16-year track record built on consistent results. These are the places people check before they trust a mover — and where they find us.
Real Customers. Real Words. Verified Movers.
These reviews aren’t handpicked or hosted by us — they are a live feed from our verified Google Business Profile. Read every word, click every name, verify every star yourself.
"The Collins crew showed up on time, wrapped every item carefully, and finished my Lakeview-to-Bucktown move in under 4 hours. Truly a family-feel operation — highly recommend."
"Booked Collins for a 3-flat walk-up move. The crew handled the staircases like pros, gave me a flat-rate quote up front, and stuck to it. No hidden fees, no surprises — just honest work."
"Long-distance move to Phoenix went perfectly. Richard and his team communicated every step. Nothing damaged, on-time delivery, fair price. Will use these movers again."
"Tyler and Miguel were on time, communicative, and moved my whole apartment safely into a 3rd-floor walk-up. Tricky building, easy crew. Couldn't ask for better."
