Sell or Buy a Moving Company in Illinois

Moving Company Overview

Illinois moving companies serve residential and commercial customers with local, long-distance, and specialty moving services. The industry benefits from consistent demand driven by real estate activity and corporate relocations.

Moving companies benefit from repeat customers, referral networks, and seasonal peaks. Success depends on crew quality, equipment maintenance, and customer service reputation.

Moving Company Valuation

Business Type	Multiple Range	Basis
Local Moving	2.0x - 3.0x	SDE
Long-Distance	2.5x - 3.5x	SDE
Commercial/Office	2.5x - 4.0x	SDE
Van Line Agent	3.0x - 4.5x	SDE

Key Valuation Factors

Fleet condition: Age and maintenance of trucks and equipment
Crew quality: Experienced movers and low turnover
Reputation: Online reviews and referral rates
Van line affiliation: Agent agreements and territory
Storage revenue: Warehouse and storage income

Selling a Moving Company

Key Selling Considerations

Fleet inventory: Detailed list of trucks and equipment
License documentation: ICC/DOT authority and state licenses
Van line agreement: Agent contract terms (if applicable)
Crew retention: Key employees committed to staying
Customer database: Past customers and referral sources

Illinois Regulatory Compliance

Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) moving permit
FMCSA Operating Authority (interstate moves)
DOT Number and safety compliance
Cargo and liability insurance
Workers' compensation insurance
Vehicle registration and inspection

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Buying a Moving Company

Key Buying Considerations

License requirements: ICC permit and DOT authority
Fleet inspection: Professional assessment of vehicles
Reputation review: Online reviews and complaint history
Crew interviews: Meet key employees
Van line approval: Agent transfer requirements

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Moving Company Types

🏠 Residential

Home moving services.

🏢 Commercial

Office and business relocation.

🚛 Long-Distance

Interstate moving services.

📦 Storage

Moving with storage services.

🎹 Specialty

Piano, art, antique moving.

🌍 International

Overseas relocation services.