Family-Owned Movers in Marion, Ohio
3rd Generation Moving & Storage (Fosnaugh & Sons) is a family-owned moving company in Marion, Ohio. For over 50 years, three generations have provided local and long-distance moving plus secure indoor storage across central Ohio - with free estimates and small-town prices.
Moving & Storage, Under One Roof
One family handles your entire move - packing the truck, hauling the load, and storing what doesn't fit yet.
Local Moving
Across town or across the county - household furniture, boxes, and appliances moved with pads, straps, and dollies.
Moving services »Long-Distance Moving
Moves across Ohio and beyond, with the same crew and the same attention to detail from door to door.
Long-distance moves »Indoor Storage
A secure, locked, 3-floor storage facility in Marion - month-to-month rental for homes and businesses.
Storage services »Pianos & Heavy Items
Pianos, safes, and oversized appliances handled by experienced movers with the right equipment.
What we move »Local & Long-Distance Moving
From household furniture and boxes to large appliances, pianos, and safes, 3rd Generation Moving & Storage offers the local and long-distance moving services you need.
We're a low-cost, high-quality alternative to the larger Columbus, OH movers and national franchises - happy to be your movers in Columbus, movers in Delaware, or movers anywhere in central Ohio.
- Free estimates over the phone or in person
- Pads and straps to prevent damage
- Dollies to carefully move heavier items
- Pianos, safes, and large appliances welcome
We do not move flammable or hazardous items, including paint and fuel.
Secure Indoor Storage in Marion, OH
Basement filling up? Storing a motorcycle for the winter? In transition between homes? Our secure, locked indoor storage facility - a 3-floor building in downtown Marion - is open to residential and commercial customers.
- First-floor self-storage bins
- Staff-only secure second & third floors
- Month-to-month rental - no long-term commitment
- Our movers can transport your items for you
What Areas Do We Serve?
We're based at 126 Oak Street in Marion, Ohio - a city in north-central Ohio about 50 miles north of Columbus - and we serve Marion and the surrounding counties.
- Marion, OHOur home base - same-day availability
- Delaware, OH~20 miles south, toward Columbus
- Columbus, OH~50 miles south - we move there weekly
- Mansfield, OH~35 miles northeast
- Kenton, OH~25 miles west
- Upper Sandusky, OH~20 miles northwest
- Bucyrus, OH~20 miles north
Three Generations. One Promise.
Charles “Fuzzy” Fosnaugh started by delivering small packages and groceries out of a pickup truck over 50 years ago. Today, his son and grandsons carry on the tradition - which is why locals still know us as Fosnaugh & Sons, the name painted on our trucks.
3rd Generation Moving & Storage has changed names, but not values: timely, professional, affordable moving with unmatched attention to detail, serving Marion, OH and the surrounding counties.
| Feature | 3rd Generation | Typical franchise |
|---|---|---|
| Who answers the phone | Doug or Mike - the owners | A call center |
| Pricing | Small-town rates, free estimates | Corporate rate sheets |
| Storage included | Our own facility in Marion | Often outsourced |
| Local track record | 50+ years in Marion County | Varies by franchisee |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is 3rd Generation Moving & Storage?
3rd Generation Moving & Storage Corp. - also known as Fosnaugh & Sons - is a family-owned moving and storage company at 126 Oak Street in Marion, Ohio. Founded by Charles “Fuzzy” Fosnaugh over 50 years ago, it's now run by the second and third generations of the family.
Do you offer free moving estimates?
Yes. We provide free estimates over the phone or in person. Call (740) 383-MOVE for availability and pricing on all moving and storage services.
What areas do you serve?
We're based in Marion, Ohio and serve all of central Ohio - including Delaware, Columbus, Mansfield, Kenton, Upper Sandusky, and Bucyrus. We handle both local and long-distance moves.
Can you move heavy items like pianos and safes?
Yes. We move household furniture, boxes, large appliances, pianos, and safes - using pads and straps to prevent damage and dollies to move heavy items safely.
Is there anything you can't move?
We do not move flammable or hazardous items, including paint and fuel.
Do you offer storage as well as moving?
Yes. We operate a secure, locked, 3-floor indoor storage facility in Marion, OH for residential and commercial customers, rented month-to-month. Our movers can transport your items to and from storage.
Are you licensed and registered?
Yes - PUCO #503716, US DOT #02493351, and MC #12329011.
How do I get in touch?
Call (740) 383-MOVE, toll-free 1-888-368-7798, or email info@3rdgenerationmoving.com. Our office at 126 Oak Street, Marion, OH 43302 is open Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, Saturdays by appointment.
Ready for a Stress-Free Move?
Call today for a free estimate - over the phone or in person. Office hours vary, so please call ahead so we can best serve you.