Best Movers Near Cookeville, TN (2026 Reviews)
Fact Checked by:
Tri-Star Moving is Cookeville's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.56/5 , followed by College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving at 4.64/5. moveBuddha scored 3 movers based in Cookeville out of 71 reviewed across Tennessee, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee.
Local movers in Cookeville charge by the hour. The TN average is $124/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Cookeville moving companies compare?
Cookeville's 3 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Cookeville, with a market average of 4.25/5, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Cookeville from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Cookeville address.
Proximity to Cookeville is a ranking factor, so a mover ranked higher on the list may have a lower score than one ranked below. A nearby company can outrank a higher-scored mover based further out. Each company's positive review rate and BBB rating are included so you can compare quality and reputation side by side.
| Company | Our rating | Positive reviews | BBB | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4.56 |
94% | A+ | ||
|
4.64 |
73% | A+ | ||
|
4.66 |
90% | A- | ||
|
4.64 |
95% | A+ | ||
|
4.52 |
N/A | A+ | ||
|
4.34 |
67% | A+ | ||
|
4.38 |
80% | A+ | ||
|
4.52 |
93% | C+ | ||
|
4.36 |
92% | A+ | ||
|
4.36 |
68% | A+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Cookeville?
Tri-Star Moving is Cookeville's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.56/5, followed by College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving at 4.64/5.
Each review profile below covers pricing transparency, crew quality, and claims handling, the 3 factors most predictive of move-day outcome, alongside each company's BBB grade, years in business, and positive review rate.
moveBuddha scored 3 Cookeville movers drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee, with a market average score of 4.25/5. Rankings include movers based in Cookeville and those serving the area from nearby locations. Proximity is a ranking factor, so a mover's position in the list below does not always correspond directly to its score.
- Tri-Star Moving: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.64 out of 5 stars
- 6th Man Movers: 4.66 out of 5 stars
- Good Guys Moving & Delivery : 4.64 out of 5 stars
- Motivated Movers, Inc.: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- People's Choice Moving & Storage LLC: 4.34 out of 5 stars
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- Move On: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- Little Guys Movers : 4.36 out of 5 stars
- Black Tie Moving: 4.36 out of 5 stars
Careful handling
Professional and polite staff
Efficient service
Quick moving process
Good communication
Show details Hide details
Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Tri-Star Moving has been in business for 7 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.
Review quality 4.3
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Tri-Star Moving has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 235 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Tri-Star Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Tri-Star Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"I have moved 20 times through 8 States. This company is at the top! Polite, careful, wrapped everything well, no dings. Highly recommend and will definitely use them again!"
"Very efficiently moved us, beating the estimate. Reasonably priced, polite, and couldn't have asked for better service."
Efficient service
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Quick moving process
Good communication
Show details Hide details
Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 73% positive reviews across roughly 334 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.8.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"These movers are great! I've hired them twice now and they are efficient, fast, and affordable! Highly recommend college hunks to anyone needing to move in the Nashville area."
"They arrived on time, super friendly and worked efficiently. Within a couple of hours the house was cleaned out of all the stuff we had to get rid of and was just one simple call!"
Efficient service
Careful handling
Professional and polite staff
Good communication
Friendly and approachable staff
Show details Hide details
Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. 6th Man Movers has been in business for 16 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 5.0
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. 6th Man Movers has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 483 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.3.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from 6th Man Movers.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. 6th Man Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Had the easiest time moving thanks to 6th Man Movers. Dylan & David did an excellent job wrapping all my furniture and transferring it safely to a new apartment across town along with many boxes. They were professional and so efficient."
"Cole and Mack were the best movers! Efficient, conversive, and most of all, kind! Second time using 6th Man and they are my preferred movers!"
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Efficient service
Quick moving process
Highly recommended
Show details Hide details
Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Good Guys Moving & Delivery has been in business for 13 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Good Guys Moving & Delivery has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 37 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Good Guys Moving & Delivery .
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Good Guys Moving & Delivery emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"The guys were fast, efficient, and careful with my belongings. Finished under budget and very professional. Will use them again!"
"Brandon and team were prompt, efficient, friendly, and everything arrived in one piece. Highly recommend!"
Show details Hide details
Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Motivated Movers, Inc. has been in business for 11 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Motivated Movers, Inc. has roughly 40 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.7.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Motivated Movers, Inc.. Discounts may be available for groups like students.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Motivated Movers, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Good communication
Affordable rates
Highly recommended
Show details Hide details
Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. People's Choice Moving & Storage LLC has been in business for 18 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. People's Choice Moving & Storage LLC has about 67% positive reviews across roughly 6 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.7.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from People's Choice Moving & Storage LLC.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. People's Choice Moving & Storage LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
The guys that showed up were very professional and wrapped everything and moved my items in one day. I will use them again.
Showed up on time, friendly, professional, got us moved within time quoted, price was great, would highly recommended!
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Efficient service
Helpful movers
Quick moving process
Show details Hide details
Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 27 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 80% positive reviews across roughly 179 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.9.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Chase and Torrion were fantastic! So careful, communicative, efficient, and kind. It was the smoothest move I’ve ever had. Two Men & A Truck make the moving process so simple and they’re very straightforward about cost, expectations, and timing."
"The office staff who set up the move were extremely helpful. Marcus J. and Gabe treated my furniture with the best of care. They were very professional and friendly. I would use Two Men and a Truck again for any future moves."
Move On
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Efficient service
Quick moving process
Good communication
Show details Hide details
Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Move On has been in business for 16 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Move On has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 267 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Move On, and Move On makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Move On emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Ricky, Eddy and Justin were absolutely amazing by far the best movers I have ever had the pleasure of having. They were kind, caring and pleasant. I would 100% refer this crew and company to anyone in Tennessee."
"Move on staff did a great job. They were very friendly and professional. Wrapped and padded everything. Break down and setup done. I would definitely recommend this moving service to anyone needing one."
Careful handling
Professional and polite staff
Efficient service
Good communication
Quick moving process
Show details Hide details
Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Little Guys Movers has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Little Guys Movers has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 240 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Little Guys Movers .
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Little Guys Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Little Guys Movers were so polite and careful with my antiques. The team communicated well and worked efficiently. The price was fair and transparent. I highly recommend them for any move!"
"Fantastic service all around. John was prompt and easy to work with over the phone and Chase and C.J. were friendly and thorough movers! Estimate was spot-on. Would absolutely use again!"
Professional and polite staff
Efficient service
Careful handling
Quick moving process
Helpful movers
Show details Hide details
Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Black Tie Moving has been in business for 13 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Black Tie Moving has about 68% positive reviews across roughly 170 total reviews.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Black Tie Moving. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Black Tie Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Best moving company we've ever hired! On time, professional, careful and efficient. Booking was easy and straightforward."
"Landon, Jared and BJ were awesome! They were professional, quick and took very good care of our items."
Which Cookeville movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Cookeville mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 3 Cookeville moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 1 of 3 Cookeville movers (33.33%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Tri-Star Moving (4.56/5) is Cookeville's top-rated piano mover.
- Climate-controlled storage: 1 of 3 Cookeville movers (33.33%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. 6th Man Movers (4.66/5) is Cookeville's top-rated provider.
How much does piano moving cost in Cookeville?
Piano moving is available from 1 of 3 Cookeville movers (33.33%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Tri-Star Moving leads Cookeville piano movers with a 4.56/5 moveBuddha score, followed by 6th Man Movers at 4.66/5. A standalone piano move in Cookeville typically costs $696 to $3,045, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Cookeville | Details |
|---|---|
| Cookeville movers offering this | 1 of 3 (33.33%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Cookeville piano movers | Tri-Star Moving, 6th Man Movers |
| Upright piano | $696 to $1,305 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,044 to $2,175 |
| Grand piano | $1,566 to $3,045 |
Upright pianos weigh 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Trained crews use piano boards, straps, and padded blankets to prevent structural damage that standard moving equipment cannot safely manage. Bundling a piano into a household move with full-service movers is usually cheaper than hiring a piano-only carrier.
How much does climate-controlled storage cost in Cookeville?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 1 of 3 Cookeville movers (33.33%), compared to 33.2% nationally. 6th Man Movers (4.66/5) and Motivated Movers, Inc. (4.52/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Cookeville. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $224/month in Cookeville.
| Climate-controlled storage in Cookeville | Details |
|---|---|
| Cookeville movers offering this | 1 of 3 (33.33%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Cookeville providers | 6th Man Movers, Motivated Movers, Inc. |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $224 |
Climate-controlled units regulate both temperature and humidity, preventing warping, cracking, and mold in wood furniture, vinyl records, and electronics that temperature-only storage cannot protect. This matters most for storage gaps longer than 30 days or for moves that span seasonal humidity swings.
What is the top-rated moving company in Cookeville?
Tri-Star Moving (4.56/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Cookeville, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee. The Cookeville market averages 4.25/5 across 3 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Cookeville, TN
How much do movers cost in Cookeville, TN?
Local movers in Cookeville, TN charge by the hour. The TN average is $124/hour for a 2-person crew. Cookeville's top-rated mover is Tri-Star Moving, earning a 4.56/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee.
Key cost factors for a Cookeville move, based on moveBuddha's review data:
- Access fees: stairs, elevators, long carries, and shuttle service each add $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly. Get these costs itemized in your estimate before signing.
- Deposit requirement: many Cookeville movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select Cookeville movers. The default released-value protection covers only $0.60 per pound. Full valuation coverage costs extra and covers replacement value.
- Hours on-site: local moves bill by the clock. Home size, floor access, elevator waits, and how much packing work the crew handles are the primary time drivers.
- Long-distance pricing: moves leaving Cookeville across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Cookeville movers (3.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 67.0% of Cookeville movers (2.0 companies) offer full packing, and 33.0% supply packing materials. Professional packing adds $0.15-$0.21 per pound on average.
DIY options like a rental truck or moving container reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's analysis. Use the moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.
What do full-service movers in Cookeville include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Cookeville, TN includes loading, transport, and unloading. Basic furniture padding and simple disassembly/reassembly for bed frames and standard furniture pieces are included in the base rate. Packing, valuation upgrades, storage, crating, and specialty-item handling are add-ons billed separately. The table below shows what Cookeville movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Cookeville movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 67.0% (2.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 33.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 67.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$224/month |
| Crating (fragile/high-value items) | 33.0% (1.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 67.0% (2.0 companies) | Hourly rate only; no truck or transport charge |
| Access fees (stairs, elevator, long carry, shuttle) | Situational | $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly; shuttle service adds $0.08-$0.12 per pound with minimums starting around $200 |
Every add-on above requires written confirmation before booking. A binding estimate locks the final price. A non-binding estimate can change based on actual weight or time. See the hidden and unexpected moving costs guide for a full breakdown of what to request in writing.
Do movers in Cookeville offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Cookeville movers in its database. That does not mean discounts are unavailable. Ask each mover directly at the quote stage, since some companies offer unpublished rates for eligible groups. Confirm any discount in writing before signing.
How we chose the best moving companies in Cookeville
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 71 Tennessee moving companies using a five-factor weighted scoring system: customer satisfaction (40%), dispute resolution (20%), industry reputation (15%), online reputation (15%), and service options (10%).
That scoring system draws on moveBuddha's dataset of 1,000+ live price points and research across 4,500+ movers nationwide, so you're getting recommendations built on real market data, not just review aggregation
- Customer satisfaction (40%): The company consistently completes moves on time, communicates proactively, and delivers within the estimated cost. These factors matter most when hiring a mover.
- Dispute resolution (20%): Problems happen in every industry. We reward companies that take clear ownership of issues and make genuine, documented efforts to resolve them.
- Industry reputation (15%): The company holds standing in professional moving organizations and participates in industry oversight, which signals accountability beyond customer reviews alone.
- Online reputation (15%): The company maintains accurate, up-to-date information online and responds promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Service options (10%): We favor companies that offer full packing, storage, specialty item handling, and expedited delivery. These services matter on a complex move.
Read our complete moving company rating methodology for the full scoring breakdown.
