All My Sons Moving and Storage of Chicago on the news with money saving moving tips

Did you see All My Sons Moving and Storage of Chicago on the local news recently showing how we can save you money on your move? If you didn't get to see it, here's the video:

Happy Holidays from All My Sons of Chicago

Happy Holidays from your favorite local mover in Chicago: All My Sons Moving and Storage! From our family to yours, season's greetings: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzu1wqqRi5U

All My Sons - Excellence in Estimating!

Jeffrey H. Pink, Executive Vice President of National Van Lines, reported that All My Sons Moving & Storage, Inc., located in Broadview Illinois, was awarded the EXCELLENCE IN ESTIMATING AWARD at its 2009 Agent Convention. "With an accuracy rate of 98%...this achievement reflects your dedication to providing the very best to your customers."

All My Sons President, Mark T. Doyle, added " We are very proud to receive this award. This reflects the integrity and honesty that is part of our daily performance objectives. Credit is given to this award to all our sales and service representatives, especially our main estimator Michael Doyle. Whether a customer is moving locally or long distance, we aim to provide a quality service based upon realistic and economical pricing standards that underscore our reputation as Chicago's finest movers. "All My Sons Moving & Storage Inc. has been providing top notch moving services to its clients since 1997 in the Chicago area and remains locally owned and operated by a Chicago style family!

All My Sons Chicago moves!

Don’t worry – we didn’t go far! All My Sons has relocated our facilities just a few blocks away to 25th Avenue in Broadview from 21st Street. Our old warehouse was great, and our new warehouse is even better. Although it may be slightly smaller in size, it makes for a more efficient space. Our warehouseman and dispatch team have everything highly organized and conducive to getting storage in and out quickly as well as dispatching our trucks more efficiently to you.

Our sales team has experienced a facility upgrade as well. We have opened a sales center in Plainfield that is utilizing new technology with our computer and phone systems. This means we have the ability to access your information faster to provide quotes and answer common moving questions and concerns. This new hub is a contemporary office with a tranquil atmosphere that allows our estimators and representatives the best opportunity to serve you.

We are very excited with our transition into our new facilities. We think that you will notice the difference too! All My Sons has always been a premier Chicagoland moving company since we opened in 1997, and with our updated facilities and technology, we will be truly living up to our standard and motto of “modern moving with old fashioned care.” All My Sons knows we have satisfied many thousands of customers over the years – wait until you see us now! If you’re one of the few left who have not moved with All My Sons of Chicago, call us today to experience the difference that professional, experienced, and modern movers can provide you.

Experience fall moving with All My Sons of Chicago, your favorite local mover

Fall has come very early this year for Chicago! It’s been rainy and cold the last couple of weeks, but our staff’s sunny attitude will make your move worth your while. Our crews know the stress that planning for a move can cause, and we do all that we can to get your move done as quickly and efficiently as possible. We know our attitudes will be upbeat and helpful to assist you into getting in to the fun spirit of moving.

At some point, our staff at All My Sons has moved, whether it be out of our parent’s home, into a college dorm room, down the street, or to the apartment next door. We have experienced it all and know your situation. When you use All My Sons this fall, you can feel relieved that you have movers that know your type of move and will do it with an easy going attitude and who are comfortable in what they are doing. Let us help you get out of the dreary weather with a friendly and confident attitude.

All My Sons Chicago, local movers, advice to move your pet

Moving can be a stressful time, and it can be stressful for your pet too. Man’s best friend can feel the excitement and confusion of the normal belongings in a home being boxed up and moved around, and then adjusting to new surroundings. Making the trip to the new home as comfortable for your pet as possible is very important. We are unable to take care of the transportation of your pet for you on our trucks, and hope the following information will be a starting point for the safe and stress free transportation of your pet.

If you are moving a pet such as a dog, cat, rabbit, or a bird, there are several things to consider. For example, is your pet used to traveling in the car? Can they be comfortable sitting in a seat or in a crate without great anxiety? Will your car be used to transport your household items at the same time you will be transporting your pet? If so, will your pet be able to comfortably sit with the items without harm coming to either? If there is a bit of travel time between your old home and your new home, will they need water, food, or a bathroom break?

If you are moving fish, we can help you move the tank, but the fish and water need to be emptied from the tank prior to us arriving. They may need to be moved into a smaller tank or other fish safe and friendly container that can be transported in your vehicle without splashing; your local pet store will be able to provide you with the best advice on transporting fish.

If you are moving out of state and flying to your new destination, the American Moving and Storage Association (at moving.org) provides a link to Air Animal (http://airanimal.com/index.html), a service that can help in the transporting of your pet via airplane.

We know it’s a lot to consider, but your additional family member will appreciate your efforts more than you know!

All My Sons Chicago is "going green"

At All My Sons of Chicago, we understand the importance of going green. Even our logo has gone green! Okay, so really it’s been that way all along…but it definitely does go along with our mission to be responsible to the Earth. For instance, we are always recycling in the office. If an extra sheet of paper is printed, we cut it up to be scrap paper or we use the other side for printing things that stay in the office. When we bring our lunches to work, we bring them in lunch pails with silverware instead of brining them in a paper bag with disposable plastic utensils.

We also like to save fuel, and with fluctuating gas prices, who doesn’t? Many of our employees carpool or use the bus that comes right by our warehouse. Additionally, when the warehousemen are loading up a truck with storage, we have the trucks turned off.

Every night before we leave the office, all the lights and the computers are shut off. We also turn down the air conditioning or heat when we leave. Sure, it might be a little chilly when we arrive on a cold Chicago winter morning, but it’s nothing a sweater and flipping back on the heat can’t fix! We also keep the air conditioning and heat at a reasonable level when it’s on.

Have you tried going green? It’s really not all that hard when habits are changed. We do not even have to think about doing the green things we anymore – they’ve become such a part of our everyday habits, it’s just what we do.

Love,
Your responsible, Earth-friendly mover

Are you moving with small children? Let us help - we are your local family movers!

Are you a family with small children and you are moving? We know – it’s hectic. Raising small children is enough of a challenge in itself, and having to move your home on top of it can be stressful. We have found that it is easy to turn a stressful situation into one that can be fun for you and your kids! “How so?” you may ask. There are two easy options.

First option: If the kids are willing, get them involved! With careful guidance and monitoring, you can have your children help to pack the boxes in their rooms. Get them to pack their stuffed animals, their clothes, and soft goods like bedding. If you’re comfortable, give them a crayon or colored pencil (even washable marker if they’re careful) and have them mark up the boxes with their name or have them color on the boxes belonging to them. You can even turn it into a project and have them draw on the outside of the box what is on the inside of the box. Of course, leave the lamps and breakables for the adults to pack. While doing this, you can even have them gently help tape up the bubble wrap for the lamp – and if they’re really young, I can make you a bet that will be taped very funny and will get a laugh in the end. Kids love the responsibility of helping and doing “grown-up” responsibilities. When they are involved in seeing where all their toys and belongings are going, even they are relieved of stress. And when their brightly colored, custom designed boxes come off the truck, they will know exactly which ones are theirs and not be overwhelmed.

Second option: If the children are too young to be involved with the move, don’t be afraid to ask your family or friends for help! If they’re all of five months old, a visit to grandma can help you and the baby. The baby can have a nap, wonderful dreams of their new home, and get some grandmotherly love. You will have the peace of mind that your baby is quietly resting while you are in charge of telling the movers where to put your things in your new home. Once you’re set, you have a well rested baby in your new home with everything set in the place you want it!

Even if your child is old enough to participate in the move but is just not interested, there are no worries! Just having some of their favorite activities available for them to do come move day can mean a child who is occupied and happy. A book, a coloring book, or a handheld game may be the best option for your little one. Sometimes that can be the best stress relief and way to cope with a new situation for your child – you know them best, and whichever way helps you help them is the way to go.

We are a family owned, operated, and oriented business that loves to get your family moved. We move families every day and would enjoy meeting yours! Call us today to get set up with a move: 708-345-4200.

All My Sons Chicago, local mover, feels the Olympic excitment

In just over a week’s time, Chicago will find out if our bid for the 2016 Summer Olympic Games is a reality. As we wait for the decision from Copenhagen on October 2nd, there is much anticipation and excitement. The competition is tough with fellow finalists Madrid, Rio de Janeiro, and Tokyo.

Chicagoans know that our city is full of wonderful, hard working people who are gracious hosts and would openly welcome athletes from around the world. This attitude extends not only to guests, but to each other as well. Chicago is a fantastic place to live and is home to first class museums, sports teams, theater, world class restaurants, and a stunning skyline. Although we may have been dubbed “The Second City,” we are second to none!

If you are considering a move in or around Chicago, why not let All My Sons help you? In the Chicago moving industry, All My Sons is second to none. Like Chicago, we have a great reputation that precedes us. So many of the moves that we do are a result of people recommending us to their friends, neighbors, and family because of the hard work we do and our commitment to honest and fair pricing. Choose a mover that represents what it is to be a proud Chicagoan – All My Sons local movers of Chicago!

Local Mover in Chicago, All My Sons, Illinois Special Olympics Ducky Derby Results

All My Sons Moving and Storage of Chicago was proud to be a contributor to the Illinois Special Olympics annual Ducky Derby on July 30th, 2009. Along with other local movers, we paired with the Illinois Movers’ and Warehousemen’s Association to raise money for this local worthy cause. The fundraising results are in: the proceeds of the movers involved with the IMAWA alongside a sponsorship and fundraising from National Van Lines (who is an All My Sons friend and fellow IMAWA member), the money raised from local movers alone is outstanding – over $26,000!

The Illinois Special Olympics have been and will continue to be a charity that All My Sons of Chicago supports. We are inspired by the results and look forward to further ways we can help others and support a cause like the Illinois Special Olympics.

How All My Sons protects your furntiture during your move

At All My Sons Moving and Storage, we take care of your furniture as if it is our own. We take the time to pad wrap all of your furniture and sensitive items before we leave your home. This is done as a preventive measure to eliminate furniture damage that can occur during the moving process and during the travel on the truck. Additionally, it further protects walls and flooring from nicks and chips. A quality mover, like the professional local movers of All My Sons in Chicago, will take the time to do this. This is what helps us to be among the best professional movers in the local Chicago area!

We also bring four wardrobe boxes on the truck for you to use free on loan for your move! That’s $90.00 worth of boxes free for your use while we are moving you! The boxes we loan are a convenient way to transport your clothes that are already hanging in your closet. They have a bar to hang your clothes so you can keep them on the hanger and quickly hang them up in your new home. That can help you minimize wrinkles on your clothes and time and money on a dry cleaning bill!

We are a very consumer oriented company. Your satisfaction and ease during your move are our goals. We take the time to make sure your goods arrive in the condition we left with them. All My Sons local movers of Chicago utilize modern moving with old fashioned care!

All My Sons of Chicago gets more rave reviews for local moves!

I called for a quote and spoke with Mark and he was very professional. He answered all my questions and booked my move. I researched several movers at protectyourmove.org. I decided to use All My Sons because of the rating they got there. Also cost was lower than most others I looked at. The movers were very professional and ready to go! Curtis and Koryun were great! Wow, those guys are strong! - Maria from Lyons

When I first called All My Son of Chicago to book my local move, the staff was helpful and friendly. I decided to use All My Sons because the company seemed professional and long standing. The movers were very friendly. They introduced themselves and shook our hands. They explained in detail how the day would be organized. They were very prepared. We were very nervous about the move, but the movers made it so easy that we had no stress during the day. One of the movers even got stuck in the freight elevator in our building but he had a good sense of humor about it and even laughed it off. They were also very quick! I can’t think of anything to have made the move better! - Chris and Kim from Oswego

I decided to use All My Sons of Chicago because they were the best priced and had good reviews online. The movers were very prepared. – Jeff from Prospect Heights

I spoke to the office and was treated with kindness and courtesy all the way through. I have used All My Sons Moving and Storage of Chicago before and have always been pleased. They were prepared and made the move easy. The crew was terrific and they were very understanding. They were A+++! – Eve, local Chicago land move
I called for a quote over the phone, and the price and All My Sons Moving being a local Chicago moving company made me decide to use them. The crew was very prepared, worked very hard and were very polite. – Patti from Des Plaines
Having All My Sons available to communicate on the internet without taking a lot of time helped me to decide to use them. The crew was very prepared, ready, and went right to work without a lot of talking. They worked their butts off and I appreciate it! They could not have been better – they went above and beyond. – Holli from Lake Zurich

The response from all my sons to my initial call to check available dates was very helpful. All My Sons of Chicago had the best price for my local move. The team was very prepared and ready to work. Everything went perfect, and there was nothing that could have been done to make the move better! - Louise from Norridge

All My Sons of Chicago were very knowledgeable and gave me an honest and accurate quote over the phone for my local move. My brother-in-law had used All My Sons for his move and had a good experience. The movers were very professional and prepared and had enough boxes, tape, and pads to handle to the move. The apartment was in a corner of the building which made it difficult to move some items. They did an excellent job taking care of it. – Michael from Chicago

I had a visual estimate and was very happy with the estimate I received and the friendliness of everyone I talked to. The movers were very professional and friendly. I appreciated that each one introduced himself. They had all the equipment and gear needed. I was really pleased with the move and the movers. They worked hard and were very careful with everything. The movers called to let me know when they would arrive, which also helped. I have used other movers, and these guys were the best! – Tim from Wheaton

I liked that All My Sons of Moving and Storage of Chicago is a local business, and the price also helped me decide to use them. The crew was ready to go to work. They took a look at everything they had to move and made a plan. They knew what they were doing. They were careful with our furniture. – James from Schaumburg

I decided to use All My Sons because of the price and the pleasant manner of the man over the phone during my initial contact. I felt good about the movers, and they arrived on time and were ready to work. – Armalas from Broadview

All My Sons was very prompt and friendly on the phone. The workers were very prepared and equipped. I felt great about the movers. – Alicia from Chicago

I have seen the All My Sons trucks around town and I looked them up in the Yellow Pages. I was comfortable with the movers, just uneasy about the weather. It was snowing, but they were prepared. Curtis was very polite and helpful. The guys were great – very careful and efficient. – Aretha from Naperville

I was referred to All My Sons Moving and Storage of Chicago from prior residents at my complex. The movers were completely prepared and courteous. I was fully satisfied with the movers. – Valerie from Glendale Heights

All My Sons meets Lisa Madigan

All My Sons Moving and Storage of Chicago owner Mark and his wife Erin had the pleasure of meeting Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan at the 2009 Better Business Bureau annual dinner. Illinois has been through a lot of political mess lately, and the opportunity to meet a person dedicated to uprooting bad business practices was an honor.

Mrs. Madigan spoke at the dinner and how important it is to go with a company that has a good standing with the Better Business Bureau, like All My Sons Moving and Storage. We have been doing local and long distance moves since 1997 and have been nominated numerous times for awards with the Better Business Bureau for marketplace ethics. Mrs. Madigan stated that going with a company that is not accredited by the Better Business Bureau is not recommended. She spoke about how important it is for consumers to be their own advocate when looking for a business or product and to do research on the company. Mrs. Madigan reinforced the idea of if it sounds or looks too good to be true, it very often is. For instance, in the Chicagoland area, there are many moving companies that have a low rate on their moving services. This sounds great, especially when the economy is tough, but if you check their standing with the Better Business Bureau – they will have an incredible amount of complaints.

As a business that has specialized in local and long distance moving for 12 years now, we have done an incredible amount of moves and have experience beyond the majority of moving companies in the area that are popping up with the “too good to be true” rates. Our satisfaction rate is over 99% - find any local moving company that can beat that! Choose All My Sons Moving and Storage of Chicago for all your moving needs!

New Year's Resolutions for All My Sons, 2009

New Year's Resolutions for All My Sons, 2009

-Help our customers save money during these trying times by providing our caring, efficient and quick service

-Continue to promote ethical relationships with our customers, vendors, suppliers and employees

-Look for ways to increase our family of clients by providing “Modern Moving With Old Fashioned Care”

-Work with our business and industry partners to educate consumers on the moving and storage process

-Develop more employment opportunities in an effort to help those unemployed in our industry

-Strive to grow and expand our operation in 2009, enabling us to offer more products and services to our customers

From Your Friend in the Moving Business, All My Sons Moving & Storage, Inc.

Some Miscellaneous Moving Questions

Hello! My name is Jessica, and I work here in the office at All My Sons in Chicago. I would love to periodically address some common concerns that you may have as well as some recommendations from our movers to help make your move easier. Moving can be a stressful experience, but when using a professional moving company such as All My Sons, you can be assured that your move will go smoothly.
To begin, I will turn my attention to some of the more miscellaneous questions we receive frequently:
-“Where is All My Sons located?” We are located in Broadview, which is just west of Berwyn off of 22nd Street/Cermak Road. One of the benefits of being in Broadview is that we are very close to the city and we have easy access to the suburbs.
-“Is All My Sons a family owned business?” Yes, we are a family owned and operated business!
-“Can All My Sons move appliances?” We will gladly move your refrigerator, deep freezer, oven, dishwasher, washer and dryer. Please be aware that the appliances need to be disconnected prior to the move and refrigerators need to be emptied of perishable items. If your appliance is connected to gas power, you will need to have a qualified technician disconnect the appliance prior to the move. Please refer to All My Son’s main website for a more detailed description of moving your appliances.
-“Does All My Sons move pianos?” Yes, we will move your piano with the utmost care. Many pianos will require at least three men to move.
-“Does All My Sons move offices?” Absolutely! We typically recommend having one of our fantastic estimators out to your office to provide you with an estimate for an office move. Estimates are free of charge. Just call our office and we will gladly set up an appointment for you.
-“Does All My Sons provide packing services?” Of course! We can come and assist you pack most of your items.
-“Does All My Sons sell boxes?” We sell boxes as well as newsprint, bubble wrap, shrink wrap, and tape.
-“Does All My Sons protect my furniture during the move?” We bring quilted pads at no extra charge to help protect your furniture.
-“Does All My Sons provide storage?” We provide secure storage in vaults that measure 5’x7’x7’ and can hold approximately 1000 pounds of goods. If you have a larger piece that would not fit into the vault such as a couch, we can still accommodate it.
-“Do I have to unpack my dresser drawers?” As long as there is nothing extremely fragile or breakable in the drawers, do not worry about it! We will quilt wrap the dresser to keep the drawers in place. If you feel more comfortable packing the items in your drawers into boxes, that is easily moved as well.
-“Can All My Sons move my fish tank?” There are two ways to answer this question. If you fish tank has been emptied, we will be very happy to assist you in moving it. However, we will not move a fish tank if it is still filled with water. A fish tank that is still full of water is nearly impossible to lift! Even a ten gallon tank is heavy, and the water will splash and spill, especially in a truck. Fish are extremely sensitive to stress and will need to be properly handled. We will ask you if you have any “specialty items” when you set up your move, such as a big screen television, exercise equipment, etc, and letting us know of a large fish tank will help us know what to anticipate and we can bring extra materials to accommodate. We take care of all items that we move with extreme care.
-“Will All My Sons move my lawn mower?” We can move a lawn mower as long as it is emptied of its gas. Lawn mowers can leak or spill gas, creating a dangerous situation on the truck and potentially ruin other items that are being moved.

This is just a short list of the common questions we receive on an average day. In later blog entries, I will address other issues and concerns, including recommendations on how to pack your belongings.

Better Business Bureau Annual Dinner 2008

The Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois held its annual dinner to a sold out audience on March 27, 2008. The audience was treated to an evening reception, dinner and a key note address by none other than legendary Chicago icon Mike Ditka.

We sponsored a table for the event and had a great time mingling with other key business members and companies at the event. It was wonderful to share time with other companies that possess the same determination, drive, and commitment to integrity.

We hope those of you who were there stopped by our booth to pick up our nice "goody bags" of promotional items.

Our company, All My Sons Moving and Storage, Inc. of Chicago is an accredited business according to the standards of the Better Business Bureau. We have been a member since the company's inception in 1997 in the Chicago area and support the ethical approach of business self-regulation with consumers. Recognizing the company's efforts in this regard, All My Sons Moving and Storage of Chicago has been nominated 5 years running for the Bureau's prestigous Torch Awards for marketplace ethics.

All My Sons of the Chicago area's company President sits on the Board of Directors for the Bureau, and was recently nominated to serve another 3 years.

We'll see all of you at the next BBB event this summer!

All My Sons...let our family move yours! All My Sons Moving and Storage is a premier local and long distance moving comapny in Chicago.

Packing Tips from your Chicago local mover

Here are some packing tips for those local moves in Chicago and long distance moves from Chicago!

- Keep the following supplies handy: boxes, marking pen, bubble wrap, newsprint, tape, scissors or box cutter, a tape measure

- Use specialty boxes (often called "dish packs") for dishes, glass ware, fragiles and breakables. These double corrugated boxes protect breakables the best. With bubble wrap and newsprint, your goods will stay nicely protected.

- Use adjustable "mirror cartons" for glass, artwork and mirrors. Also package in bubble wrap.

- Pack plasma TV in its original box.

- Try to pack all of your audio/video equipment in their original boxes. If not available, use movers "medium boxes" with bubble wrap.

- Books, files, and smaller, heavier items go in "book boxes" which are 1.5 cubic feet cartons.

- Medium weight items (toasters, board games, toys, light non-fragile table and book shelf displays) are packed in medium, 3.0 cubic feet cartons.

- Large, light items (stuffed animals, towels, bedding) should be packed in large, 4.5 cubic feet cartons.

- Do not exceed 40 pounds per box.

- Label each box and indicate which room it should go in. Mark "FRAGILE" and "THIS SIDE UP" as necessary.

- Carry your medicines, important papers/documents, jewelry, and valuables with you.

Can't find the materials? Call us! We offer free local delivery. All My Sons customers packing themselves may qualify for a free packing demo. Call for details: 708-345-4200.

LET US HELP YOU - CALL FOR FREE INFORMATION AND ADVICE!

All My Sons Moving and Storage is the premier local and long distance moving company in Chicago.

Spring time is moving time for Chicago local movers

Get ready folks! It’s time to call the experienced local movers in Chicago! Springtime is moving time for local movers in Chicago and the suburbs.

My job is to not just to move you, but get you ready to move safely and soundly. Local moving and long distance moving require a great deal of care from licensed, professional movers who know the Chicago area.

Whether you are a Chicago local mover or Chicago long distance mover, the same basic rules apply. Preparation is key when moving locally or out of state. Decide what you want to keep and what you can live without. Local moves are time based and long distance moves are weight based. With our extensive knowledge of local moves in Chicago as well as long distance moving, we will be able to save you money through the care we take with your goods and the professionalism we provide.

Get your estimate in writing and get an on-site inspection if you have more than 4 rooms. All My Sons Moving and Storage of Chicago provides dozens of FREE (that's right, free!) estimates every week of the year. It doesn't matter if you are moving from Chicago and moving to a suburb, like Hinsdale, or if your move is Naperville to Naperville. This will help you with cost control.

ONLY SEEK ESTIMATES FROM LICENSED, PROFESSIONAL MOVERS! Do not be afraid to ask to see their insurance certification! There are many "brand x" movers that have no insurance! Often, you can check their BBB record to see if they respond to their customer's challenges.

Get references from the mover, whether you are moving locally or long distance. All My Sons of Chicago has satisfied thousands of customers over the last 10 years moving locally in Chicago and moving to all states!

Not sure how to pack? Let All My Sons of Chicago give you a free estimate on packing services! We can give packing advice if you are moving locally within of near Chicago or long distance.

If your new home is not ready but you need your goods out of your old home, check out our modern, local, secure storage facility. We will store your goods locally and deliver it anywhere you need it to go.

Make sure the mover provides you with required state and federal consumer information during your free in home estimate or upon the movers arriving at your home in Chicagoland. Even during a local move, there is required consumer information that the mover is obligated to provide you.

Once your date is here for moving in the Chicago and local suburban markets, let All My Sons Moving and Storage of Chicago make your moving day the first step of a great journey in your new home!