Carey Moving & Storage review 2026 (Knoxville, TN)
In business since 1907 · Updated
Carey Moving & Storage, a Knoxville, TN moving company, ranks #30 of 213 movers in Tennessee, with a moveBuddha rating of 4.38/5.
82% of Carey Moving & Storage's 133 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its consistency and follow-up, while the most common complaint involves damage to items.
In business since 1907, Carey Moving & Storage holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #1701097). Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Carey Moving & Storage measures up
Across 133 reviews, Carey Moving & Storage in Knoxville, TN is rated 4.4/5 on Google (107 reviews) and 1/5 on Yelp (3 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Carey Moving & Storage ranks #30 out of 213 movers in Tennessee with a moveBuddha Score of 4.38 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 4.38.
- Brand
- 5.0
- Website
- 5.0
- Industry experience
- 5.0
- Customer service
- 4.4
- Review quality
- 3.8
Google rating
Based on 107 reviews
Yelp rating
Based on 3 reviews
Better Business Bureau
Based on BBB profile
Is Carey Moving & Storage moveBuddha Certified?
Carey 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. Carey 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 Carey Moving & Storage?
Out of 133 verified reviews, 82% of customers left a positive review about Carey Moving & Storage in Knoxville, TN. 15.8% of reviews are negative and 2.3% are neutral. Carey Moving & Storage has a 7% lower positive review percentage than the average Tennessee moving company (82% vs the Tennessee state average of 89%).
- Positive82%(109)
- Neutral2.3%(3)
- Negative15.8%(21)
Based on 133 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about Carey Moving & Storage
Consistency and follow-up
Reviewers liked that Carey Moving & Storage stayed in touch before and after the move to ensure everything went smoothly.
Good communication
Reviewers frequently mention clear, consistent updates from Carey Moving & Storage throughout the moving process.
Friendly and approachable staff
Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Carey Moving & Storage.
Professional and polite staff
Customers say the Carey Moving & Storage's crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.
Careful handling
Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Carey Moving & Storage's attention to detail.
What positive reviewers say
“Outstanding service and follow up. Professional service and quick to address anything that came up.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “Everyone communicated well and timely and worked with me on timing of our getting possession of our new home and their delivery arrival.”
Rick BealerVerified ReviewerGoogle“The entire crew was incredibly professional, friendly, and genuinely good to work with from start to finish.”
Brent HewettVerified ReviewerGoogle“The movers were on schedule and were extremely courteous and polite.”
Charolette WilsonVerified ReviewerGoogle“They were on time, efficient, and courteous. I felt they took special care with our hardwood antique furniture and fragile items.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer
What mixed reviewers say
“I used this company over a year ago for my move to Texas and loved them. On my return to Knoxville, the team arrived four hours late, damaged my coffee table, and never followed up on my claim.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer
Most common complaints about Carey Moving & Storage
Damage to items
Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
Misplaced or lost items
In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.
Delayed arrival or delivery
Several reviewers experienced frustrating delays either on moving day or with final delivery.
What negative reviewers say
“First, we were missing the parts box. In addition to the missing box, many of our things were damaged or destroyed, including expensive items and irreplaceable family heirlooms.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “Our stuff was close to 2 months late, and several items are missing, but Allied/Carey would not reimburse for them because we did not report them missing the day of delivery.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “Every single piece of furniture was damaged in some way, four pieces were damaged so much they were unusable. Several boxes were wet and had what looked like forklift holes.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “The actual delivery date for the first truck was three days late. After unloading it, we learned a second truck would not arrive for another week.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer
Carey Moving & Storage
4.38Knoxville, TNSince 1907
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Carey Moving & Storage
4.38
Knoxville, TN · Since 1907
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What services does Carey Moving & Storage offer?
Carey Moving & Storage offers packing, unpacking, and fragile-only packing, plus storage and climate-controlled storage.
Services offered
Is Carey Moving & Storage licensed and insured?
Federally licensed, operating authority active
US DOT 1701097 Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
Yes, Carey Moving & Storage is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 1701097, as ALLIED VAN LINES INC, and its operating status is currently active. It also holds a Tennessee intrastate license, number 076235.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Carey Moving & Storage holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- State license number
- 076235Issued by Tennessee. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
- Registered legal name
- ALLIED VAN LINES INCThe entity behind the trading name, as filed with the FMCSA
- FMCSA safety rating
- SatisfactoryAssigned after a compliance review
- Miles driven
- 35,480,000Reported to the FMCSA for 2024
- Roadside inspections
- 1Recorded by the FMCSA
- FMCSA record last updated
- August 2026
How much does Carey Moving & Storage cost?
Carey Moving & Storage does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Tennessee, you can expect to pay approximately $117/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 Tennessee moving companies similar to Carey Moving & Storage typically bill the amounts below using a $117/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.
| Home size | Typical total | Time and crew |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $400–$750 | 3–5 hours, 2 movers |
| 2-3 bedrooms | $850–$1,750 | 5–8 hours, 2–3 movers |
| 4+ bedrooms | $1,700–$3,400 | 8–12 hours, 3–4 movers |
What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move
Carey Moving & Storage is licensed for interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Tennessee moving companies.
| Home size | Distance | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $4,500–$7,500 |
| 4+ bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $7,000–$11,500 |
What payment options and discounts does Carey Moving & Storage offer?
- Accepts
- No credit cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
- Discounts
- MilitarySeniorMover’s own offer
Carey Moving & Storage does not list any accepted payment methods on moveBuddha. Confirm how they take payment before moving day. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.
Carey Moving & Storage also offers military and senior discounts. It also lists: Discounts may be available based on repeat business. Ask what you qualify for and how much you could save before you book.
How Carey Moving & Storage compares with the top 6 Knoxville movers
With a moveBuddha score of 4.38 out of 5, Carey Moving & Storage places fifth when ranked against the six top-scoring movers in Knoxville, 0.06 points behind TWO MEN AND A TRUCK and 0.12 points ahead of Move 4 Less. At 133 reviews, Carey Moving & Storage has fewer reviews than five of the six. Where Carey Moving & Storage falls behind is customer service, with a customer service score that trails five of the six.
The six highest-scoring local movers near Knoxville, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gouffon Moving & StorageKnoxville | 4.62 | 1,010 | 4.8 | 3.4 | A+ |
| 2 | All My Sons Moving & StorageKnoxville | 4.56 | 2,487 | 4.4 | 1.4 | A |
| 3 | Bellhop MovingKnoxville | 4.50 | 540 | 4.8 | 3.6 | F |
| 4 | TWO MEN AND A TRUCKKnoxville | 4.44 | 431 | 4.4 | 3.3 | A+ |
| 5 | Carey Moving & StorageThis mover · ranks #5 | 4.38 | 133 | 4.4 | 1.0 | A+ |
| 6 | Move 4 LessKnoxville | 4.26 | 47 | 4.2 | 3.4 | — |
| 7 | Fox Moving and StorageKnoxville | 4.20 | 841 | 4.3 | 1.8 | A+ |
How does Carey Moving & Storage compare to other Tennessee movers?
- moveBuddha score#30 of 213(better than average)
4.38vs 3.69 avg
Carey Moving & Storage scores 4.38, above the Tennessee average of 3.69, and ranks #30 of 213 Tennessee movers.
- Positive reviews#148 of 213(worse than average)
82%vs 89% avg
Carey Moving & Storage has 82% positive reviews, below the Tennessee average of 89%, and ranks #148 of 213 Tennessee movers.
- Negative reviews#147 of 213(worse than average)
16%vs 10% avg
Carey Moving & Storage has 16% negative reviews, above the Tennessee average of 10%, and ranks #147 of 213 Tennessee movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#88 of 213(worse than average)
133vs 351 avg
Carey Moving & Storage has 133 reviews analyzed, below the Tennessee average of 351, and ranks #88 of 213 Tennessee movers.
- Yelp rating#61 of 213(worse than average)
1.0vs 3.0 avg
Carey Moving & Storage has a Yelp rating of 1.0, below the Tennessee average of 3.0, and ranks #61 of 213 Tennessee movers.
- Years in business#2 of 213(better than average)
119 yearsvs 24 years avg
Carey Moving & Storage has been in business for 119 years, above the Tennessee average of 24 years, and ranks #2 of 213 Tennessee movers.
| Metric | This moverCarey Moving & Storage | Tennessee avg | Tennessee rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#30 of 213 in Tennessee | 4.38 | 3.69 | #30 of 213 | +0.69(better than average) |
| Positive reviews#148 of 213 in Tennessee | 82% | 89% | #148 of 213 | −7 pts(worse than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#147 of 213 in Tennessee | 16% | 10% | #147 of 213 | +6 pts(worse than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#88 of 213 in Tennessee | 133 | 351 | #88 of 213 | −218(worse than average) |
| Yelp ratingBased on only 3 reviews#61 of 213 in Tennessee | 1.0 | 3.0 | #61 of 213 | −2.0(worse than average) |
| Years in business#2 of 213 in Tennessee | 119 years | 24 years | #2 of 213 | +95(better than average) |
Compared with 213 Tennessee movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Tennessee.
Carey Moving & Storage
4.38Knoxville, TNSince 1907
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Save more than 30% on average
On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before they book. Get a quote from Carey Moving & Storage, then see how it compares with other top-rated movers in Knoxville.
Compare prices side by side
See where Carey Moving & Storage lands against similar movers.
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Licensing and reviews checked, just like this page.
Free, no obligation
Nothing is booked until you choose a mover.
Carey Moving & Storage
4.38
Knoxville, TN · Since 1907
Final verdict: Carey Moving & Storage
Carey Moving & Storage earns a 4.38/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #5 among Knoxville movers, with 82% positive feedback across 133 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its consistency and follow-up and good communication. It is best for customers prioritizing strong communication, crew professionalism, and reliable service experience.
With a track record dating to 1907, it has more history than the average Tennessee mover, and the most common complaint is damage to items.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
Carey Moving & Storage
4.38
Knoxville, TN · Since 1907
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Contact Carey Moving & Storage
- Phone
- (865) 862-4129
- Website
- careymoving.com
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Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha
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