Des Plaines IL Moving Companies

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AMSA Member
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Who is AMSA?

Established in 1936, the American Moving and Storage Association is a non profit trade association based out of Washington D.C. With more than 3,500 professional mover members, AMSA is dedicated to making your move successful every step of the way. AMSA moving company members are professional movers moving interstate household goods (between states). In addition, these companies may provide intrastate and local moving services as well as storage in a warehouse. AMSA represents all facets of the moving and the storage industry: van lines, agents, independent movers, forwarders, international movers, auto transporters, suppliers and others.

AMSA carefully screens its mover members, ensuring that consumers are matched to movers who have met all licensing and insurance requirements, and providing for arbitration of disputes between consumers and movers through its "Household Goods Dispute Settlement Program." One of AMS''s goals is a well-informed public that better understands the value of professional moving service.

The American Moving and Storage Association is a member-driven and offers a complete range of services to its members.

AMSA members transport between 1.3 and 1.5 million households each year.
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Olympia Moving & Storage
The professional team at Olympic Moving & Storage of Skokie, Illinois is prepared to take on your relocation and storage needs. We understa...
 

US DOT: 1113774

DOT: 124056

ICC: 447654

Olympia Moving & Storage
AA Auto & Home Movers
Des Plaines Illinois moving companies, AA Auto & Home Movers are experts in auto transport. Whether you are moving your car coast-to-coast or just a few hundred miles our AMSA ce...
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ICC: 498378

AA Auto & Home Movers
Sasha Transport
Sasha Transport Inc. is a moving company providing moving and storage services to consumers all around the MIDWEST. We are committed to ea...
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US DOT: 1308599

Sasha Transport
All My Sons - Chicago
Trust ALL MY SONS to move your belongings with care. We are committed to our customers' satisfaction. Our highly-trained staff strives to m...
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US DOT: 897267

DOT: ILCC 17287

ICC: 390002

All My Sons - Chicago
Elite Moving & Storage Inc.
Des Plaines IL movers, Elite Moving & Storage is a Chicago full service moving company licensed, bonded and insured with a satisfactory record with the Better ...
 

US DOT: 1567283

ICC: 580862

Elite Moving & Storage Inc.
King David Moving & Storage
King David Moving & Storage builds strong customer relationships and lasting customer loyalty. We form a special bond with our customer...
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US DOT: 1561755

DOT: Il cc#142168

King David Moving & Storage
Gouffon Moving & Storage
Times and equipment may have changed, but Gouffon's tradition of quality moving and storage services has remained steady for 119 years. Kno...
 

US DOT: 553340

ICC: 273542

Gouffon Moving & Storage
Vogt Relocation
Moving services Des Plaines, We are a Local area moving company that is fully licensed and insured to make your move. We pride ourselves on high quality customer servic...
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US DOT: 1996086

DOT: 84567

ICC: 705293

Vogt Relocation
White Glove Relocation Services, Inc.
Moving Des Plaines, We are a company working out of the Chicago Suburbs. We provide full-service moving for both local and long distance moves, servicing both ...
 

US DOT: 2063670

ICC: 723473

White Glove Relocation Services, Inc.
Top Class Moving
1ST CLASS MOVING & STORAGE offers a wide range of professional services: long distance moving, commercial moving, residential moving, f...
 

US DOT: 1738940

ICC: 636877

Top Class Moving

Des Plaines, Illinois

Des Plaines, Illinois is a fast paced city that is focusing a lot on its development and growth. Residents are given the best possible services and facilities both for work and recreation. The city of almost 57,000 is located in the heart of the northwest suburbs of Chicago giving easy access to all essential locations to its residents. Those moving to Des Plaines will discover an important economic center that is attracting many new residents.

Economy:
Des Plaines is at the centre of rail, air and road networks. The city gives a lot of attention and importance to its business community. The goal is to establish a diversified and vibrant commercial culture that does not focus on only one industry. Des Plaines have optimum demographics for all sorts of companies. There is a balanced blend of skilled employees in all sectors including high-tech manufacturing, industry and distribution concerns. The nearby O’Hare International Airport has resulted in very successful logistics and cargo companies. Many moving companies also have a very profitable business here. Coasters, Nippon Express, BAX Global and Columbus Foods are some new companies that have started in the Des Plaines area. The median annual household income of Des Plaines is very high. It is estimated to be $59,041 in 2009.

History:
The Des Plaines area was originally inhabited by the Potawatomi, Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. The first settlers arrived in 1833 from New England and New York. The name of the city comes from the Des Plaines River. The place was incorporated as a village in 1869 and the first president was Franklin Whitcomb. Des Plaines was reincorporated as a city in 1873. The government structure was adopted in 1925 and the nearby Village of Riverview was annexed. H.T. Bennet was chosen the first mayor of Des Plaines. A number of annexations followed including the Orchard Place area in 1956. The modern growth era of the city began after World War II when the O’Hare Airport was opened near it. The city was the site of a terrible air crash in 1979 when a McDonnell Douglas DC-10 crashed into a local trailer park.

Tourism:
The nearby O’Hare airport and the efficient road networks connect the city with the rest of Illinois. There are four beautiful lakes near the city. Hundreds of people enjoy fishing, boating and diving in the Shagbark Lake, Opeka Lake, Peterson Lake and Des Plaines Lake. The local parks include the Des Plaines Manor Park, Eton Park, Northshire Park, Kuthen Park and Jaycee Park. The Des Plaines History Centre is also a famous tourist attraction. Other local attractions include the Kiddieland Amusement Park, The American Toby Jug Museum and the Blackhawk Park.   

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Interesting Facts:

  • Eileen Fisher, the fashion designer lives here.
  • NHL star Rick Zombo lives in Des Plaines.

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