Moving to Tennessee Guide

Getting Ready to Move to Tennessee

Tennessee, the Volunteer State, is an amazing place to live if you’re moving to the southern United States. Known for its music industry, excellent food, and mild year-round weather, Tennessee has a lot to offer. Whether you are getting ready to move to Nashville or Knoxville in the north or Chattanooga or Memphis in the south, SmartMove is here to help you move.

Regardless of whether you’re planning to rent or purchase your new home in Tennessee, using SmartMove can help you plan and execute a flawless move, all while saving money on common moving-related expenses. Read on for a complete moving to Tennessee guide, with information on moving services, cable and utility providers in your new area, and DMV and other government agency information for Tennessee.

Check out providers by city

• Antioch
• Ashland City
• Athens
• Brentwood
• Chattanooga
• Clarksville
• Cleveland
• Clinton
• Collierville
• Columbia
• Cookeville
• Cordova
• Corryton
• Crossville
• Dayton
• Dickson
• Dyersburg
• Elizabethton
• Fayetteville
• Franklin
• Friendsville
• Gallatin
• Goodlettsville
• Greenbrier
• Greeneville
• Harriman
• Hendersonville
• Hermitage
• Hixson
• Jackson
• Jefferson City
• Johnson City
• Jonesborough
• Kingsport
• Kingston
• Knoxville
• Kodak
• La Vergne
• Lafollette
• Lebanon
• Lewisburg
• Loudon
• Madison
• Manchester
• Maryville
• Mcminnville
• Memphis
• Morristown
• Mt Juliet
• Murfreesboro
• Nashville
• Oak Ridge
• Old Hickory
• Ooltewah
• Portland
• Powell
• Sevierville
• Seymour
• Shelbyville
• Smyrna
• Spring Hill
• Springfield
• Strawberry Plains
• Sweetwater
• White House
• Winchester

Preparing to Move Your Digital Life to Tennessee

Modern life revolves around online and digital connections for entertainment and communication. SmartMove can help you stay connected to Tennessee's most dependable Internet, cable TV, and phone service providers.

Internet Services in Tennessee

When moving to Tennessee you want to find the perfect home Internet. Finding a good Internet plan is very important. You want the best Internet with strong WiFi, no data caps, and fast upload speeds and download speeds.

Broadband Internet is popular because it is very fast. The minimum download speed for broadband is 25Mbps. This is good for general web browsing, social media, streaming video and music, and online gaming.

Fiber Internet is the fastest Internet type with speeds of up to 1,000Mbps. This is good for large households with many devices and for working from home. Fiber-optic Internet is not available in all areas.

A good Internet connection is very important for students because they need to do research and online homework. It is also important for people that work from home. A fast and reliable Internet connection is very important for businesses. Having Internet access is important especially when moving. Fast Internet can make your move a lot easier. There are many different types of Internet services available in Tennessee. High-speed Internet is available from many different Internet service providers (ISP) in Tennessee.

Cable Providers Available in Tennessee

Tennessee has four major metropolitan areas within its borders and is served by four great cable providers—Sparklight, Charter, Comcast, and Mediacom. Depending on which part of the state you will be moving to, you may have one or more to choose from when it comes to hooking up your Internet, TV, and phone service. SmartMove stands ready to help you determine your options for getting your service transferred or getting new service set up at your new home.

TV services provide live TV and add-ons like on-demand. Service providers offer TV packages that include streaming services like Disney, ESPN, and more. You must have access to your favorite shows. A strong and reliable modem and the router is important to have to watch TV.

Phone Services in Tennessee

Finding the right phone service when moving to Tennessee is important. You want to be able to stay connected with family and friends. Good phone service will have great coverage, no data caps, and clear call quality.

Finding a phone service that provides long-distance and international calling is important if you have family that lives far away. Many phone service providers in Tennessee offer great deals on phone service. You want to find a provider that has good coverage in the area you will be moving to.

Moving to Tennessee: Resources and Support

You'll need to move from your current location to your future one in addition to getting your digital life in order. Here are some pointers on how to physically relocate to a new place in Tennessee.

How to Choose a Moving Company

If you've decided to use a moving company, make sure you conduct your homework ahead of time so you can book their services. Start looking into what companies are available both where you are and where you're going about six months before your move date. SmartMove is a free online tool to help you locate and compare moving firms that serve Tennessee.

Once you've determined which firms are capable of moving you, use reviews to further reduce your list. Excellent customer service, price, and dependability are all things to look for. Reserve their services once you've made your decision. Then use SmartMove's free moving checklist to prepare for the remainder of your Tennessee relocation experience!

How to Move Yourself

Moving yourself is an excellent alternative if you want to save money on your relocation to Tennessee or simply appreciate the feeling of having complete control over your stuff from point A to point B. Before you decide to relocate, consider the following questions:

• Do you really want your friends and relatives to assist you with moving boxes and furniture?
• Are you, your friends, and family physically capable of moving?
• What are your plans in case of terrible weather or an accident?

Also keep in mind that you can always employ local movers to assist you at the beginning and/or end of your journey.

Remember to save your receipts for your tax preparer whether you relocate yourself or employ a professional moving company. If you're moving for employment, see if your employer will pay your moving expenses.