Moves to Dorms or Student Housing For College

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College Moving For Students

Looking for a moving company that is affordable and will work with you to efficiently pack your things to move in a dorm or student housing? We are local pros and Chicago has hundreds of schools, you can trust us to get the job done? Are you stressed about the situation? Don’t be, let us take care of it. Below is a comprehensive list for you to browse over to get ready for your move in to student housing or a dorm:

1. Gather Essential Documents
Bring your student ID, government ID, housing info, insurance card, and any required medical or school paperwork.

2. Coordinate With Roommate
Decide who’s bringing shared items like a mini fridge, microwave, or rug to avoid duplicates.

3. Pack Bedding and Towels
Include twin XL sheets, pillow, comforter, mattress topper, and at least two towels and washcloths.

4. Organize Toiletries and Medications
Pack daily-use toiletries in a caddy and bring any prescriptions or over-the-counter meds you regularly use.

5. Bring School Supplies and Tech
Include your laptop, chargers, notebooks, pens, printer (if needed), and a power strip.

6. Sort Clothing and Shoes
Pack for the current season and include hangers, laundry bag, and basic footwear.

7. Label and Pack Smart
Label boxes clearly, use bins or suitcases, and place essentials like chargers and toiletries in a bag you can access quickly.

8. Pack Cleaning and Laundry Supplies
Bring detergent, dryer sheets, disinfectant wipes, paper towels, and a small vacuum or broom.

9. Bring Kitchen Basics and Snacks
Include reusable dishes, utensils, a water bottle, and shelf-stable snacks or quick meals.

10. Add Personal Comfort Items
Bring decor, photos, a fan, lighting, or anything else that makes your space feel like home.

Relax – we got you covered, we will even pack your things for you!

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Non-Transportable Items

  • Nail polish remover
  • Live plants
  • Household paint
  • Lighter fluid
  • Gasoline
  • Fireworks
  • Compressed air cans
  • Propane tanks from grills
  • Automotive repair and maintenance chemicals
  • Matches

Other Non-Transportable Items

Other items not recommended for relocation by movers include:

  • Firearms
  • Food in glass jars and perishable foods
  • Lighter fluid
  • Prescription drugs needed for immediate use

The following personal items are recommended to be relocated to your new home in your vehicle:

  • Documents regarding your move
  • Identification including Social Security cards, passports, driver’s licenses, and state ID cards
  • Cash
  • Important personal documents such as financial statements, deeds, titles, wills, etc.
  • Family photos
  • Collections (i.e. coin collections, stamp collections. etc.)
  • Jewelry