Office Moving & Corporate Relocation Company in Chicago (IL)
Expert Office Moves Between Chicago and NY/NJ
Is your company planning a relocation between Chicago, IL, and the New York/New Jersey (NY/NJ) metro area? At Hudson River Moving & Storage, we specialize in commercial office moves between Chicago and NY/NJ. We don’t offer residential moves or long-haul services to other parts of the country. Our focus is narrow, and our execution is unmatched.
From law firms moving to Midtown Manhattan to creative agencies expanding into Chicago’s River North, we manage every step of the state-to-state move. Our team delivers end-to-end service with precision, professionalism, and minimal disruption to your operations.
Why Choose Hudson River Moving & Storage for Chicago ⇄ NY/NJ Office Moves
✅ Exclusive focus on moves between Chicago and the NY/NJ corridor
✅ Commercial-only relocations—no residential or general long-distance moves
✅ 15+ years of experience with Fortune 100 and high-growth companies
✅ Dedicated project managers on both ends
✅ Fully licensed, insured, and union-compliant
This isn’t just another move. It’s a strategic transition, and we treat it that way.
Why Companies Relocate Between Chicago and NY/NJ
Businesses make the move between Chicago and NY/NJ to:
- Expand their presence across financial, legal, and creative markets
- Align operations between East Coast and Midwest teams
- Access talent across both metro areas
- Be closer to clients, investors, or regional HQs
Our team understands how to support both startup growth and corporate transitions between these two business hubs.
Commercial Moving Service Areas in Chicago and NY/NJ
📍 Chicago Office Relocation Areas
- The Loop
- River North
- West Loop/Fulton Market
- South Loop
- Lincoln Park
- Merchandise Mart, 1871, and innovation campuses
- Streeterville and Michigan Avenue business districts
- Near North Side and Goose Island
📍 NY/NJ Office Relocation Areas
- Manhattan: Midtown, SoHo, Flatiron, Wall Street
- Brooklyn: Downtown, DUMBO, Greenpoint
- Hoboken, Jersey City, and Secaucus
- Paramus, Newark, and northern NJ tech corridors
Our Chicago ⇄ NY/NJ Office Moving Process
We offer a start-to-finish relocation service that’s built for speed, accuracy, and business continuity.
1. Pre-Move Planning
- In-person or virtual assessments of both locations
- Coordination with building management and compliance teams
- Move timeline planning with minimal operational disruption
2. Packing & Logistics
- Secure handling of IT infrastructure and tech equipment
- Departmental labeling, floorplan mapping, and inventory tracking
- Special crating for valuable or delicate assets
3. Transport & Tracking
- Commercial-grade, GPS-tracked long-distance transport
- Climate-controlled vehicle options for electronics or artwork
- Milestone updates from departure to delivery
4. Delivery & Setup
- Complete furniture assembly and layout staging
- Coordination with IT vendors and facilities teams
- Broom-swept cleanup and final walkthrough
5. Ongoing Support
- Reconfiguration, relabeling, and post-move troubleshooting
Example 1: Financial Firm Relocating from NYC to The Loop
A mid-sized investment advisory firm moved from Midtown Manhattan to a new space in Chicago’s Loop. Key needs included:
- Transporting confidential client files and compliance-sensitive servers
- Weekend-only move with overnight transition
- Setup of executive offices and secure shredding of legacy files
Hudson River Moving & Storage successfully:
- Executed the entire move in 48 hours
- Provided chain-of-custody protection
- Coordinated building access on both ends with union oversight
Example 2: Chicago Startup Expands to Jersey City
A fintech startup headquartered in Fulton Market opened its first East Coast office in Jersey City. Their needs included:
- Coordinating move-in with new office construction
- Shipping of demo equipment and secure prototypes
- Team-based labeling for cross-functional teams
Hudson River Moving & Storage provided:
- Phased delivery across two weekends
- Coordination with security and freight elevators
- On-site IT coordination for server and workstation setup
Case Study 3: Healthcare Nonprofit Moves from Chicago to NYC
A Chicago-based nonprofit specializing in community health programs was relocating its headquarters to Lower Manhattan. Their challenges included:
- Compliance with HIPAA and data handling regulations
- Disassembly and protection of medical office equipment
- Coordinated move-in with property management at a new nonprofit incubator space
Hudson River Moving & Storage:
- Provided sealed transport for sensitive records
- Packed and protected all office-medical hybrid workstations
- Managed union compliance with building vendors in both cities
The nonprofit was fully operational in their new NYC space within 72 hours.
Estimated Timeline: Chicago ⇄ NY/NJ Office Move
Week 1: Walkthroughs, virtual consultations, and quote
Week 2: Packing, vendor coordination, labeling
Week 3: Interstate transport (2–4 business days)
Week 4: Final delivery, setup, and support
Need to move faster? We offer accelerated move timelines.
Chicago Logistics: What You Need to Know
Downtown Chicago presents unique moving challenges, from tight loading docks in the Loop to union-access buildings in River North. We help businesses:
- Coordinate with Willis Tower, Aon Center, and 300 N. LaSalle property managers
- Reserve freight elevators and manage loading dock access
- Navigate busy streets with timed truck arrivals and staging zones
Whether you’re in a Class A high-rise or creative studio, we’ve done it before—and we’ll handle it for you.
FAQs: Moving Offices Between Chicago and NY/NJ
Do you move companies from Chicago to Florida or Texas?
No. We only relocate commercial offices between Chicago and New York/New Jersey.
What types of companies do you work with?
Law firms, financial firms, marketing agencies, tech startups, architecture studios, healthcare nonprofits, and more.
Can you coordinate with union buildings?
Yes. We are fully licensed and insured and coordinate with union labor and building management in both cities.
Do you move over weekends?
Yes. We often schedule overnight or weekend moves to avoid downtime.
What about packing?
We pack, label, transport, unpack, and clean up. Full white-glove service.
Do you provide furniture installation?
Yes. We handle everything from modular workstations to private offices.
What if we’re in a co-working or flexible office space?
We frequently handle moves into and out of spaces like WeWork, Industrious, and Regus.
Top Mistakes to Avoid in a Chicago ⇄ NY/NJ Office Move
- Delaying the start of move planning (4–6 weeks is ideal)
- Choosing a residential mover or national chain without corridor experience
- Forgetting to align tech teams and security access on both ends
- Underestimating union requirements or freight elevator bookings
- Skipping a thorough labeling and floorplan strategy
- Overlooking permit requirements for commercial trucks in downtown Chicago or NYC
The Hudson River Moving & Storage Advantage
- One route only: Chicago ⇄ NY/NJ
- Office-only specialization
- In-house crews; no subcontractors
- Fully coordinated and fully insured
- Experience in major Class-A buildings and innovation campuses
Get a Free Quote for Your Chicago Office Relocation
Ready to move your business between Chicago and the New York/New Jersey region? Hudson River Moving & Storage is the best state-to-state moving company for reliable, professional, white-glove commercial moves.
📞 Call Us Today: (201) 672-0734
🌐 Visit: hudsonrivermoving.com
📍 Headquarters: 501 Windsor Dr, Secaucus, NJ 07094
📍 Service Route: Chicago ⇄ NY/NJ Only
Hudson River Moving & Storage—trusted by companies making big moves between Chicago and NY/NJ.
