ONCE UPON A MOVE INC
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Before you book ONCE UPON A MOVE INC
What the federal record confirms — and what it can't tell you.
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Registered with the FMCSA
USDOT 4143101 is listed as Active.
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No MC operating authority record
Normal for in-state-only carriers. If they are moving you to another state, ask which authority covers them.
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Licensed to cross state lines
Registered as an interstate carrier.
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Not a hazmat carrier
Not flagged for hazardous materials.
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The truck matches this record
Federal rules require an interstate mover's truck to show its name and USDOT number. Look for "ONCE UPON A MOVE INC" and 4143101.
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State rules for moves inside Illinois
Illinois requires state authority for in-state household moves (Illinois Commerce Commission). The FMCSA record doesn't show it — ask for the state license or certificate number.
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The estimate is in writing
Get it on paper with the same legal name and USDOT number. For interstate moves, the mover must give you the FMCSA booklet "Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move".
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Insurance and valuation
Ask what liability coverage is included and what full-value protection costs. The federal record shows filings, not your coverage.
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About ONCE UPON A MOVE INC
ONCE UPON A MOVE INC is a moving company based in Chicago, IL that operates a fleet of 2 power units and 1 driver on file with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier.
ONCE UPON A MOVE INC is classified as "Authorized For Hire" with the FMCSA.
Federal cargo records list ONCE UPON A MOVE INC as authorized to transport general freight and household goods.
This listing is built entirely from ONCE UPON A MOVE INC's public FMCSA registration — USDOT #4143101, MC #MC-1588955 — so you can verify it yourself before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ONCE UPON A MOVE INC a licensed moving company?
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ONCE UPON A MOVE INC's FMCSA registration is listed as Active (USDOT #4143101). No separate MC operating authority record was found for this carrier — that's normal for intrastate-only or private carriers, which aren't required to hold one.
What is ONCE UPON A MOVE INC's USDOT number?
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ONCE UPON A MOVE INC's USDOT number is 4143101, and its MC number is MC-1588955. You can look this number up directly on the FMCSA's SAFER system to confirm it matches.
How large is ONCE UPON A MOVE INC's fleet?
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ONCE UPON A MOVE INC has 2 power units and 1 driver on file with the FMCSA.
Does ONCE UPON A MOVE INC operate locally or across state lines?
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ONCE UPON A MOVE INC is registered as an interstate carrier with the FMCSA.
Does ONCE UPON A MOVE INC transport hazardous materials?
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No, ONCE UPON A MOVE INC is not flagged as a hazardous materials carrier in FMCSA records.
How do I contact ONCE UPON A MOVE INC?
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Call ONCE UPON A MOVE INC at (312) 919-7040 or email [email protected].
How can I verify ONCE UPON A MOVE INC's information myself?
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Search USDOT #4143101 on the FMCSA's SAFER system to see the same federal registration record this page is built from.
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Information is sourced from public FMCSA registration records and may change over time. FindTheMovers is not affiliated with the FMCSA or with ONCE UPON A MOVE INC. Truck illustration shows the markings federal rules require, not a photo of this company's vehicle.