Moving to Chicago, United States
The University of Chicago (U of C, Chicago, or UChicago) is a private research university in Chicago, Illinois and one of the world's leading and influential institutions of higher learning, with top ten positions in numerous rankings and measures (...)

With a population of around 3 million residents, Chicago is America’s third largest city and one of the world’s most important business centres. Situated beside the south western shore of Lake Michigan, Chicago is a bustling metropolis filled with world-renowned architecture within a multicultural environment. The city is home to the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, America's oldest zoo, the world's first Ferris wheel, and one of the largest municipal libraries and collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings in the world. In fact, when it comes to the world’s “Big Lists”, Chicago is sure to feature prominently.
With an outstanding public transport system, the motorcar is often left redundant in the City of Chicago. With many residents getting around the city through the use of the America’s largest bicycle-sharing system.
The city has first-class healthcare provisions, however, like the rest of America. Healthcare is privatized and can be very expensive, so it is important to ensure that you have full and comprehensive medical insurance as you may be refused treatment without it.
Lastly, remember that home is what you make of it and if you need assistance organising your relocation then give the team at Pollards a call. We specialise in taking the headache out of the moving process, so you can focus on more important things, like getting acclimatised to your amazing new city.
Frequently Asked Questions
We have answered a wide range of Questions for your ConvenienceQ. When should I arrange a quotation?
Q. How is the cost calculated?
Q. How long is the removal quote valid for?
Our quotations are valid for 28 days.
Q. What does the quote include?
Q. Do Pollards cover the whole of the UK?
Yes Pollards are situated in the heart of the country and with our central location the UK and Ireland is easily accessible for covering the entire region.
Q. Is there insurance available for goods in transit?
Q. Are any items prohibited from my shipment?
Q. What if I am shipping an endangered species requiring a CITES permit?
Q. Can you ship my motor vehicle?
Q. Can I take my pets?
Yes we can arrange this for you through a pet transfer specialist
Q. Can I track my shipment online?
Yes online shipment tracking enables you to monitor your consignment whilst in transit.
Q. Do Pollards pack and unpack all my possessions?
Q. Can I pack my own possessions?
Some countries no longer accept shipments that are packed by the owner for security reasons. In addition, any damage incurred to items you packed yourself may not be covered by transit insurance. Please note that owner packed items will be rigorously examined by the destination customs and/or quarantine authorities. We strongly advise that you let Pollards pack all of your household items and personal effects. All Pollards crews are professionally trained and have years of experience packing people's precious belongings.
Q. What happens to my things when they arrive at their destination?
When you arrive at your new location, you will be contacted by the local agent, who will coordinate the inbound clearance, confirm the status of the goods, organise a date for delivery and discuss any storage requirements.