Find registered moving companies across Tennessee: city directories, movers outside the major metro areas, and how moving companies are licensed in the state. Our directory lists 183 moving companies in Tennessee registered with FMCSA to carry household goods.
Registered movers in Tennessee by city
| City area | Registered movers | Interstate authority | In-state only | Median time registered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | 67 | 46 | 21 | 6 yrs |
| Chattanooga | 30 | 23 | 6 | 6 yrs |
| Memphis | 27 | 22 | 4 | 11 yrs |
| Knoxville | 23 | 17 | 6 | 6 yrs |
Largest registered fleets in Tennessee
| Company | Based in | Trucks | On register | Interstate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two Men And A Truck | Franklin | 28 | 23 yrs | Yes |
| Colonial Van Lines INC | Clarkrange | 24 | 3 yrs | Yes |
| Lanigan Worldwide Moving & Warehousing INC | Memphis | 20 | 39 yrs | Yes |
| Big League Movers INC | Memphis | 20 | 16 yrs | Yes |
| Sixth Man Movers INC | Nashville | 18 | 14 yrs | In-state |
| Guardian Moving Systems INC | Memphis | 17 | 33 yrs | Yes |
| Gouffon Moving & Storage Company INC | Knoxville | 17 | 32 yrs | Yes |
| Two Men And A Truck | Chattanooga | 16 | 14 yrs | Yes |
| Fox Moving And Storage Of East Tennessee LLC | Knoxville | 16 | 12 yrs | Yes |
| Thompson Moving & Storage INC | Clarksville | 15 | 52 yrs | Yes |
Source: FMCSA Company Census File, data as of 2026-11-15. Fleet size is not a measure of quality. A listing is not an endorsement.
Moving regulations in Tennessee
Rules for moves that stay within Tennessee vary. Some states license or register household-goods movers through their transportation department or public utilities commission, while others don't. Ask the mover for any Tennessee license or registration number and check it with the issuing agency, or ask the Tennessee attorney general's consumer protection office. For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority.
For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority. How to check a moving company.
Moving services
- Local Movers
- Long Distance Movers
- Interstate Movers
- Apartment Movers
- Office & Commercial Movers
- Packing Services
- Storage and Moving
- Last-Minute & Same-Day Movers
Frequently asked questions
Do movers in Tennessee need a license?
Rules for moves that stay within Tennessee vary. Some states license or register household-goods movers through their transportation department or public utilities commission, while others don't. Ask the mover for any Tennessee license or registration number and check it with the issuing agency, or ask the Tennessee attorney general's consumer protection office. For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority.
How much does it cost to move within Tennessee?
Local moves are usually charged by the hour and long moves by weight and distance. See our moving cost guide for rough ranges.