Moving in Franklin and Williamson County
Franklin is the county seat of Williamson County. If you're moving a larger house with garages, bonus rooms, a basement or outbuildings, more rooms and more storage mean more to move, and more to plan. Middle Tennessee's weather adds its own considerations, mostly in summer.
Summer heat and humidity
NOAA's engineering weather data for Nashville pairs a 1% summer design temperature of 92°F with a mean coincident wet-bulb temperature of about 75°F, so the hottest days are humid ones. That's hard work for a moving crew, and it affects your belongings too. On a hot, humid day, crews need water and breaks, which can stretch an hourly move. Starting early in the morning helps. Ask the mover what time they can start, and keep the air conditioning running in both homes if you can.
Humidity and furniture
Wood furniture, pianos and musical instruments respond to humidity. A piano or a wooden instrument that sits in a hot, humid truck for hours can go out of tune or worse. On a summer move, ask the mover to load sensitive pieces last and unload them first, and don't leave them in a parked truck overnight. Wrap leather and upholstered furniture in breathable pads rather than plastic, which can trap moisture.
Big houses, big inventories
A walk-through matters more on a large house. Show the mover every room, the garage, attic, basement and any outbuildings. A forgotten workshop or a storage room full of holiday decorations can add hours. Ask for an estimate that lists rooms and major items, and decide before the walk-through what isn't coming.
Winter storms
Middle Tennessee winter storms are occasional but disruptive. Ahead of a January 2025 winter storm, the Tennessee Department of Transportation reported 281 salt trucks and 67,370 tons of salt ready in its Region 3, which covers Middle Tennessee. If a storm is forecast for your move date, talk to the mover about rescheduling. Icy driveways, steps and walkways are dangerous for anyone carrying furniture. If you do move in winter, have salt or sand ready for walkways and protect floors from salty, wet boots with runners.
Long driveways and access
Some properties have long driveways, gates or tight turnarounds that a large moving truck can't use. Tell the mover about access. They may need a smaller truck, or to shuttle items from the street, which adds time.
Garages and outdoor items
Lawn equipment, grills, outdoor furniture and garage contents often take longer than expected. Empty fuel from mowers and other equipment before the move; movers generally won't carry gasoline or propane.
Choosing a mover
Ask for a walk-through, a written estimate and an explanation of how the price is calculated. Ask, in writing, what the mover is responsible for if something is damaged.