($1,288) Cost of Moving From Illinois to Tennessee

There are many factors that influence Illinois moving costs. The cost to move from Illinois to Tennessee will depend on these factors:

• Move size: Moving a large home costs more than moving a studio apartment.
• Time of year: The peak moving season in Illinois is in the summer, so moving companies will likely charge more.
• DIY vs. professional mover: DIY moving services are cheaper but you do all the heavy lifting compared to letting the pros handle your move.

• Weather: Most of Tennessee has hot and humid summers and cool to mild winters, with the exception of some of the higher elevations in the Appalachians, which has mild summers and cool winters. The state averages about 15 tornadoes a year.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: One common and important example of something that should be handled ahead of time is reserving the building's elevator and finding out their rules for using the elevator.
• Parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles, find out ahead of time with your new local rules.
• State licensing: Although a local license is not required in Tennessee, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Tennessee moving license and its status on the state regulator's official website.
• Moving permits: Tennessee does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form so that all your mail will get properly forwarded to Tennessee. Get started here.
• Mover's insurance: Interstate moving companies are required under federal law to provide basic insurance — also called “released value protection” — free of charge to all moving customers. When it comes to movers' insurance in Tennessee, most moving companies offer Released Value Protection at no extra charge. This basic coverage extends to 60 cents per pound per item. For increased protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Additionally, exploring third-party insurance providers is a viable choice for tailored plans. Prioritize understanding coverage limits, potential extra costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision about your moving insurance in Tennessee.
• Moving checklist: Peace of mind is priceless. Our moving checklist will help you know you’ve got everything covered.

While you’re in Tennessee, you won’t be bored. These are some of the coolest places to visit in your new home state:

• The Smokies: The Great Smoky Mountains National Park
• Elvis Presley's Graceland
• Grand Ole Opry House and Opry Museum
• Tennessee Aquarium
• Dollywood
• The Hermitage: President Andrew Jackson's Home
• Memphis Zoo and Aquarium
• Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
• Titanic Museum
• Ruby Falls
• Tennessee Civil War National Heritage Area
• The Parthenon
• American Museum of Science and Energy
• Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
• Lookout Mountain
• Beale Street
• The Lost Sea Adventure
• Bell Witch Cave
• Ryman Auditorium
• Crystal Shrine Grotto