About Us
What We Do
Is Who
We Are
At Federal Companies, we are committed to delivering exceptional logistics and relocation services with integrity and professionalism. Founded in 1913, our mission is to exceed customer expectations through continuous improvement and unwavering dedication to our core values. We focus on honesty, teamwork, and customer service, ensuring each interaction is as seamless and efficient as possible.
Quality and Training
Federal Companies is dedicated to providing high-quality moving services backed by rigorous training programs and state-of-the-art equipment. We ensure compliance with all industry regulations. Our team members undergo comprehensive training to enhance their skills and knowledge, enabling them to deliver top-notch service and ensure customer satisfaction. Our commitment to quality control processes ensures every move is executed with precision and care.
Licensing
Household goods movers in Illinois are required to obtain a Household Goods License from the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC). Licensed movers must comply with the ICC’s standards for moving, handling, loading, and unloading; perform services at a reasonable rate; and complete moves within a reasonable time.
Moves across state lines are regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Interstate movers should have a unique USDOT number which is used to monitor safety information, inspections, crash investigations, and compliance.
- Peoria IL (Federal Warehouse Company): ILCC MC #1276
- Normal/Bloomington IL (Federal/Johnson Moving & Storage LLC): ILCC MC #6175
- Champaign IL (Federal/O’Byrne Moving & Storage LLC): ILCC MC #2141
- Chicago IL (Federal/Whalen Moving & Storage LLC): ILCC MC #4588
- St. Louis MO (Federal Gateway Moving & Storage LLC): USDOT #642945
- Allied Van Lines: USDOT #076235, MC #1573
Insurance
Federal Companies maintains minimum or higher insurance coverage required by state and federal law. We make sure our workers and our customers’ belongings are protected with comprehensive insurance coverage:
- Cargo insurance
- Liability insurance
- Workers’ compensation insurance
- Warehouse insurance
Van Line
Federal Companies is proudly affiliated with Allied Van Lines, a leading company in the relocation industry since its inception. Founded in 1928 as a collective of independent moving companies, Allied Van Lines has grown into one of the largest and most reputable van lines globally. Our nearly century-long partnership with Allied allows us to leverage their extensive network and resources, ensuring our customers receive exceptional service and reliability for every move.
Awards & Recognition
Federal Companies has been recognized for our commitment to excellence with several prestigious awards. Notably, we received the BBB Torch Award in 2013 for our dedication to ethical business practices. From 2015 to 2023, Allied Van Lines has been honored with the Women’s Choice Award, recognizing the company’s efforts to empower women through exceptional service and quality.
Giving Back
Federal Companies believes in giving back to the community and supporting local charitable organizations. We proudly partner with Heart of Illinois United Way, Crittenton Centers, and Junior Achievement of Central Illinois, among others. Through these partnerships, we contribute to local initiatives focused on education, health, and community well-being, helping to create positive change and improve the lives of those in need.
Our People & Culture
Our team at Federal Companies is composed of dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering outstanding service. Our staff of more than 200 employees undergoes a thorough vetting process to ensure they meet our high standards of integrity and expertise. With a focus on continuous development, our employees are equipped with the tools and training needed to excel in their roles. This commitment to our people fosters a culture of excellence and teamwork, enabling us to exceed customer expectations and achieve our company goals.
Interested in joining our team? Explore career opportunities at Federal Companies!
Our Core Values
The team at Federal Companies is dedicated to upholding our core values in every interaction with our customers and within our company.
Honesty & Integrity
We uphold honesty and integrity by being principled in our actions, delivering on our promises, accurately reporting our activities, leveraging our expertise for efficiency, and confronting dishonesty while ensuring truthful representation of our capabilities.
Customer Orientation
We are committed to exceeding customer expectations by treating each client as a friend, fully dedicating ourselves to their needs, actively listening, and being proactive in our service delivery.
Ownership
We embrace ownership by making decisions aligned with company policies, proactively addressing challenges, and accepting accountability for our actions and job performance.
Work Ethic
Our work ethic is defined by our commitment to completing projects, fulfilling our responsibilities, leveraging our talents, and meeting customer expectations with quality and timeliness.
Teamwork
We prioritize a collective agenda that benefits all, recognizing that our impact as a team is greater than as individuals. By leveraging our combined skills and resources, we achieve our goals and exceed customer expectations through effective teamwork.
Commitment
We are dedicated to fulfilling our commitments to each other, our company’s values, and our customers, striving to achieve our goals and perform our jobs to the best of our abilities.
Leadership
We embrace our responsibilities by making fair decisions within company policies, setting positive examples, and taking appropriate leadership roles. Our commitment to leadership empowers all employees to achieve their highest personal and career potential.
Accountability
We embrace accountability by making responsible decisions and taking ownership of our actions, ensuring alignment with our corporate values in all aspects of our work. Continuous Improvement We leverage business information to enhance customer service, build on strengths while addressing weaknesses, add value to our processes, proactively meet evolving customer needs, and strive daily to better our company and services.
Open Communication
We commit to fostering open, two-way communication that respects diverse opinions and ideas among all employees, regardless of position. We reject hidden agendas and believe that transparent dialogue with each other and our customers enhances both performance and job satisfaction.