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Gasperson Moving & Storage review 2026 (Asheville, NC)

In business since 1996 · Updated

Gasperson Moving & Storage is an Asheville, NC mover ranked #4 of 7 Asheville movers and #45 of 274 in North Carolina with a 4.38/5 rating.

87% of Gasperson Moving & Storage's 164 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its experienced movers, while the most common complaint involves damage to items.

Gasperson Moving & Storage has been in business since 1996. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.

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How Gasperson Moving & Storage measures up

Across 164 reviews, Gasperson Moving & Storage in Asheville, NC is rated 4.5/5 on Google (89 reviews) and 2.7/5 on Yelp (26 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Gasperson Moving & Storage ranks #45 out of 274 movers in North Carolina with a moveBuddha Score of 4.38 out of 5.

  • moveBuddha Score

    moveBuddha Score

    The moveBuddha Score is a single 0–5 rating that combines everything we know about a mover, so you can compare companies without cross-referencing a dozen review sites.

    It weighs customer service, quote accuracy, review quality, industry experience, website quality, brand strength, and ratings from Google, Yelp, and the Better Business Bureau.

    It is not a paid placement. Partners and non-partners are scored the same way.

  • Google rating

    Based on 89 reviews
  • Yelp rating

    Why does the Yelp score look different?

    Gasperson Moving & Storage has a 2.7 rating on Yelp across 26 reviews, noticeably lower than its 4.5 on Google (89 reviews) and its A+ rating at the BBB.

    Yelp volume is low, so a small number of negative reviews has an outsized effect.

    We weight the much larger Google sample more heavily, but flag the Yelp score transparently so you can judge for yourself.

    If you’re comparing movers, get a free Gasperson Moving & Storage quote and see how their price and responsiveness feel in practice.

    Based on 26 reviews
  • Better Business Bureau

    Other names on file at BBB

    The Better Business Bureau also lists Gasperson Moving & Storage as WNC Moving and Storage, Inc..

    Businesses are often filed at BBB under a legal, parent-company, or former name rather than the one they trade under, so if you look Gasperson Moving & Storage up on BBB, search for that name too.

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    Based on BBB profile
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Is Gasperson Moving & Storage moveBuddha Certified?

Gasperson Moving & Storage is not moveBuddha Certified. Certified movers are licensed carriers vetted by moveBuddha and spot-checked every quarter. They meet higher standards for insurance, pricing transparency, and customer care.

With a Certified mover, moveBuddha does the vetting for you and provides added protection. Gasperson Moving & Storage hasn't gone through that certification process, so it's important to check licensing, insurance, estimates, and claims policies yourself before booking.

What movebuddha certified movers offer

  • Up to $1,000 in added move coverage*. Extra protection for eligible moves.
  • Vetted for licensing and insurance**. We verify state-required insurance for local movers and liability and cargo coverage for interstate movers.
  • Dedicated moveBuddha support. Help through the move process.
  • Dispute mediation. moveBuddha steps in if issues arise.

Before you book, check:

  • USDOT and MC numbers. Look up the license and complaint history on FMCSA's site.
  • Insurance coverage. Ask for proof of liability and cargo insurance.
  • A written estimate. Binding or not-to-exceed, with every fee listed.
  • The claims process. Ask how damage claims are filed and how long they take.

* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind. About moveBuddha Certified

** Local movers must hold insurance that meets state requirements for local moves. Interstate movers must carry auto liability of at least $750,000, general liability of at least $1M, and motor truck cargo coverage at or above $5,000 per vehicle and $10,000 per occurrence.

What do customers say about Gasperson Moving & Storage?

Out of 164 verified reviews, 87% of customers left a positive review about Gasperson Moving & Storage in Asheville, NC. 11.6% of reviews are negative and 1.8% are neutral. Gasperson Moving & Storage has a 4% lower positive review percentage than the average North Carolina moving company (87% vs the North Carolina state average of 91%).

  • Positive86.6%(142)
  • Neutral1.8%(3)
  • Negative11.6%(19)

Based on 164 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.

What customers like about Gasperson Moving & Storage

  • Experienced movers

    With years of experience, Gasperson Moving & Storage's crew brought confidence and know-how to each move.

  • Consistency and follow-up

    Reviewers liked that Gasperson Moving & Storage stayed in touch before and after the move to ensure everything went smoothly.

  • Respectful of property

    Customers appreciated how carefully Gasperson Moving & Storage's team maneuvered furniture through tight spaces without damaging walls or floors.

  • Careful handling

    Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Gasperson Moving & Storage's attention to detail.

  • Friendly and approachable staff

    Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Gasperson Moving & Storage.

What positive reviewers say

  • “We had a great experience with Gasperson moving. William and Cody were experienced and professional. Would recommend!”

    AT BarnVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The entire team, from scheduling to completion, was extraordinarily responsive. William and Cody were fantastic packing and loading! They were professional, hardworking, efficient, and extremely careful with our belongings.”

    Barbara NolanVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Cody and Will arrived on time and worked quickly and carefully to place a very large antique cabinet in a special client's home. They were professional and courteous from beginning to end.”

    Christina CoffmanVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Gasperson took great care of all my furniture while it was in their storage. The delivery was made exactly on the day and time it was scheduled. They were very careful about unloading and placing each piece.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “Cody and Jose are super friendly and did a great job with pickup today!”

    Lillian ByersVerified ReviewerGoogle

What mixed reviewers say

  • “The quote I received was fair and thorough but then I never heard from the company again unless I contacted them.”

    Chris H.Verified ReviewerYelp
  • “The 2-man team that loaded and unloaded my items was great—efficient, professional and wonderful to work with.”

    Chris H.Verified ReviewerYelp
  • “The crew was very nice and so was customer service. One piece had a big gouge in it which couldn't be fixed, and paint was rubbed off the wall.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer

Most common complaints about Gasperson Moving & Storage

  • Damage to items

    Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.

  • Unfriendly or rude staff

    A few customers felt disrespected by curt or unhelpful movers or office staff.

  • Misplaced or lost items

    In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.

What negative reviewers say

  • “Audra and Admin are not familiar with customer service and are very rude! They managed to get gasoline smell all over our bedding box springs etc, we had to throw out a entire bed system.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “Gasperson lost or mishandled more than $7000 worth of furnishings. The Operations Manager, Audra Cross Childers, is extremely rude and unprofessional and will not respond to emails.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “Fed Ex shows all 3 delivered, Gasperson states they only received 1, we have signatures for all 3. Not only were they not helpful, their attitude was horrible.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “We would never use this company again. There were MORE pieces of our furniture damaged then not! Also, the lady in the office was not very polite to work with!”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer

Gasperson Moving & Storage

4.38Asheville, NCSince 1996

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What services does Gasperson Moving & Storage offer?

Gasperson Moving & Storage covers moving (local moves and long-distance moves), packing (unpacking and packing materials), and storage (climate-controlled storage).

Services offered

Is Gasperson Moving & Storage licensed and insured?

Registered with the FMCSA

US DOT 281010. Operating status is not on this profile. Check on SAFER

Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha

Gasperson Moving & Storage is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 281010. It also holds a North Carolina intrastate license, number 664.

Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Gasperson Moving & Storage holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.

State license number
664Issued by North Carolina. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
FMCSA safety rating
Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.

How much does Gasperson Moving & Storage cost?

Gasperson Moving & Storage does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in North Carolina, you can expect to pay approximately $128/hr. Total local-move costs from similar movers typically run $400–$750 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $850–$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700–$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home. Long-distance (500-1,000 mi) 2-3 bedroom moves from similar movers typically run $4,500–$7,500.

What similar movers typically bill for a local move

Full-service North Carolina moving companies similar to Gasperson Moving & Storage typically bill the amounts below using a $128/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.

Typical local move totals from similar movers
Home sizeTypical totalTime and crew
Studio / 1 bedroom$400–$7503–5 hours, 2 movers
2-3 bedrooms$850–$1,7505–8 hours, 2–3 movers
4+ bedrooms$1,700–$3,4008–12 hours, 3–4 movers

What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move

Gasperson Moving & Storage offers interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service North Carolina moving companies.

Typical long-distance move totals from similar movers
Home sizeDistanceTypical total
2-3 bedrooms500–1,000 mi$4,500–$7,500
4+ bedrooms500–1,000 mi$7,000–$11,500

What payment options and discounts does Gasperson Moving & Storage offer?

Accepts
Credit CardsCashMoney Orders
Deposit
Not listed, so ask

Gasperson Moving & Storage accepts credit cards, cash, and money orders. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.

How Gasperson Moving & Storage compares with the top 6 Asheville movers

With a moveBuddha score of 4.38 out of 5, Gasperson Moving & Storage places fourth when ranked against the six top-scoring Asheville movers, just behind Union Transfer & Storage and just ahead of Kelly Moving Inc. Gasperson Moving & Storage has the highest quote accuracy score in the group, but the lowest customer service score.

The six highest-scoring local movers near Asheville, by moveBuddha score.

#MoverScoreReviews
1TWO MEN AND A TRUCKFletcher4.48838
2Carey Moving & StorageArden4.48143
3Union Transfer & StorageArden4.4291
4Gasperson Moving & StorageThis mover · ranks #44.38164
5Kelly Moving IncCampobello4.3661
6Asheville Area Movers, LLCAsheville4.341,037
7College Hunks Hauling Junk & MovingArden4.142,326

How does Gasperson Moving & Storage compare to other North Carolina movers?

  • moveBuddha score#45 of 274(better than average)

    4.38vs 3.76 avg

    Gasperson Moving & Storage scores 4.38, above the North Carolina average of 3.76, and ranks #45 of 274 North Carolina movers.

  • Positive reviews#194 of 274(worse than average)

    87%vs 91% avg

    Gasperson Moving & Storage has 87% positive reviews, below the North Carolina average of 91%, and ranks #194 of 274 North Carolina movers.

  • Negative reviews#189 of 274(worse than average)

    12%vs 8% avg

    Gasperson Moving & Storage has 12% negative reviews, above the North Carolina average of 8%, and ranks #189 of 274 North Carolina movers. A lower percentage is better.

  • Reviews analyzed#113 of 274(worse than average)

    164vs 369 avg

    Gasperson Moving & Storage has 164 reviews analyzed, below the North Carolina average of 369, and ranks #113 of 274 North Carolina movers.

  • Yelp rating#88 of 274(worse than average)

    2.7vs 3.4 avg

    Gasperson Moving & Storage has a Yelp rating of 2.7, below the North Carolina average of 3.4, and ranks #88 of 274 North Carolina movers.

  • BBB rating#47 of 274(better than average)

    A+vs A- avg

    Gasperson Moving & Storage has a BBB rating of A+, above the North Carolina average of A-, and ranks #47 of 274 North Carolina movers.

  • Years in business#33 of 274(better than average)

    30 yearsvs 25 years avg

    Gasperson Moving & Storage has been in business for 30 years, above the North Carolina average of 25 years, and ranks #33 of 274 North Carolina movers.

MetricThis moverNorth Carolina avg
moveBuddha score#45 of 274 in North Carolina4.383.76
Positive reviews#194 of 274 in North Carolina87%91%
Negative reviewsLower is better#189 of 274 in North Carolina12%8%
Reviews analyzed#113 of 274 in North Carolina164369
Yelp ratingBased on only 26 reviews#88 of 274 in North Carolina2.73.4
BBB rating#47 of 274 in North CarolinaA+A-
Years in business#33 of 274 in North Carolina30 years25 years

Compared with 274 North Carolina movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in North Carolina.

Gasperson Moving & Storage

4.38Asheville, NCSince 1996

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Final verdict: Gasperson Moving & Storage

Gasperson Moving & Storage earns a 4.38/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #4 among Asheville movers, with 87% positive feedback across 164 customer reviews.

Customers consistently praise its experienced movers and consistency and follow-up. It is best for customers prioritizing crew professionalism, careful handling of belongings, and reliable service experience.

With a track record dating to 1996, it has more history than the average North Carolina mover, and the most common complaint is damage to items.

All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated November 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.

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    If something goes wrong, moveBuddha provides dispute mediation with Certified movers to help resolve the issue and protect your move.

* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind.

How we score moving companies

Every mover on moveBuddha is scored on the same six factors, weighted by how much each one changes a move.

  • Quotes & payment optionsWeighs most

    The heaviest factor, because price certainty is where moves go wrong. We reward estimates you can hold a mover to, and terms disclosed before you pay.

  • Online reputationMajor factor

    An objective read from third parties rather than from the mover. The Google rating for the company's headquarters sets the band; Trustpilot, BBB, and independent review sites are read alongside it.

  • ServicesMajor factor

    The range a mover can actually cover, scored across seven categories, with extra credit for the uncommon ones most companies hand off to a subcontractor.

  • Customer supportSupporting factor

    How easily you can reach a human, and how clearly the mover sets expectations before, during, and after the move. Verified against company documentation and direct outreach.

  • Review feedbackSupporting factor

    A company's share of positive customer feedback, converted straight to points, with no curve and no editorial adjustment.

  • State availabilityMinor factor

    The lightest factor, and deliberately so: wide coverage helps more readers reach a mover, but it says nothing about how good the move will be.

What the scores are built on

  • 4,500+Moving companies analyzed
  • 1M+Authenticated reviews
  • 25+Independent data sources
  • 1,000+Live price points a month
  • $0Paid for a ranking
  • MonthlyRefreshed and re-verified

Read the full scoring methodology

Written by

Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha

Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.

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