Best Movers Near Union City, TN (2026 Reviews)
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Morton Moving & Storage is Union City's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.44/5 , followed by West Tennessee Moving and Storage at 4.28/5. moveBuddha scored 1 movers based in Union City out of 71 reviewed across Tennessee, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee.
Local movers in Union City 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 Union City moving companies compare?
Union City's 1 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Union City, with a market average of 3.98/5, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Union City from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Union City address.
Proximity to Union City 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 |
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4.44 |
70% | A+ | ||
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4.28 |
93% | A+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Union City?
Morton Moving & Storage is Union City's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.44/5, followed by West Tennessee Moving and Storage at 4.28/5.
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 1 Union City movers drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee, with a market average score of 3.98/5. Rankings include movers based in Union City 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.
- Morton Moving & Storage: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- West Tennessee Moving and Storage: 4.28 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Morton Moving & Storage has been in business for 46 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. Morton Moving & Storage has about 70% positive reviews across roughly 33 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Morton Moving & Storage, and Morton Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Morton Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Absolutely LOVED Morton Moving!!! The guys were polite, careful, and hard working! Could not have asked for a better team to help me move! They are awesome!! Kept us laughing too:)"
"They were very nice, punctual and were very careful with all our son's stuff. Excellent Job Guys !!!!"
Professional and polite staff
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. West Tennessee Moving and Storage has been in business for 17 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. West Tennessee Moving and Storage has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 226 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.5.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from West Tennessee Moving and Storage.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. West Tennessee Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"From the bid to the packing to the move to the other side of the state, West TN Moving and Storage were completely professional, courteous, and treated our belongings as if they were their own. We were so appreciative for the opportunity to work with them and would choose them all over again. They did a phenomenal job, at a much lower cost than national companies who don't do as good a job. AWESOME! Highly Recommend!"
"Jacob, Lukas and Lute were fast, efficient and polite. They did everything I asked. I wud recommend this company to anyone making a move🙂"
Which Union City movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Union City mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 1 Union City moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Antique handling: 1 of 1 Union City movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally.
- Climate-controlled storage: 1 of 1 Union City movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. West Tennessee Moving and Storage (4.28/5) is Union City's top-rated provider.
How much does antique handling cost in Union City?
Antique handling is available from 1 of 1 Union City movers (100.0%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $710 to $1,775 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Union City | Details |
|---|---|
| Union City movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Added cost to a household move | $710 to $1,775 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $36 to $355 |
| Custom crating per item | $107 to $142 |
Custom crating and acid-free padding protect pieces that standard released-value coverage at $0.60/lb cannot adequately cover. A 50-lb antique valued at $5,000 receives only $30 under default protection, making full-value coverage the standard choice for heirloom and high-value items.
How much does climate-controlled storage cost in Union City?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 1 of 1 Union City movers (100.0%), compared to 33.2% nationally. West Tennessee Moving and Storage (4.28/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Union City. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $182/month in Union City.
| Climate-controlled storage in Union City | Details |
|---|---|
| Union City movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Union City providers | West Tennessee Moving and Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $182 |
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 Union City?
Morton Moving & Storage (4.44/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Union City, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee. The Union City market averages 3.98/5 across 1 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Union City, TN
How much do movers cost in Union City, TN?
Local movers in Union City, TN charge by the hour. The TN average is $124/hour for a 2-person crew. Union City's top-rated mover is Morton Moving & Storage, earning a 4.44/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee.
Key cost factors for a Union City 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 Union City movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select Union City 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 Union City across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Union City movers (1.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Union City movers (1.0 companies) offer full packing. 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 Union City include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Union City, 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 Union City movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Union City movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (1.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Storage | 100.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$182/month |
| 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 Union City offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Union City 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 Union City
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.
