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We’ve compiled a list of tips to help prepare your belongings and expedite your move.

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#1 PREPARE TO PURGE

Find a place near to you that will accept donations of household goods. Make practical decisions, don’t pay to move what you do not use. If the items you wish to donate are difficult to move, give us a call to make arrangements for your movers to assist that effort.

#2-PREPARE TO PACK

Think ahead, where will you stage your packed boxes? (you may need to pull a couch out from the wall to stack boxes safely out of your living space.)

Make your staging area as near to the door as possible, time is money.

Use the items you already have in your home as packing fodder, some of these may include linens, plastic grocery store bags, or shredded paper. (Hint- for less mess on the unpack, put your shredded paper into a tied grocery bag to create a cushion for your items.)

As you gather your linens, consider putting a set of sheets for each bed in the drawer of its dresser, or a suitcase. This will be a time saver on move day, you will not have to search for the box with the sheets in it.

Save your back and your time by creating the space you need for packing. Folding tables are a great aid in this.

Gather all the supplies you need before you start.

Tape the bottom of each box before you begin to pack it.

Remember, SPACE BREAKS! each box should be filled. pay special attention to the corners of the box as you move it. the corners should not give.

For the safe transport of liquids, plastic, preferably see through totes work well. (Hint-placing each item into a plastic grocery bag and lining this tote with a towel can help reduce the damage caused by a leak if one should occur.)

If totes are not an option, label the box “liquids” and put arrows to indicate not to place this box on its side, or simply leave the box open so the movers can see what they are transporting.

Label not only the top of the box, but at least one side as well. Once they are stacked, the top will not be visible.

To properly pack your plates, they should be padded and placed in the box vertically.

Remove any items from dresser drawers or armoires that are not cloth.

When you’re sure your packing is complete, consider the oft forgotten spots in your home like the cabinet above your stove, or the back shelf in a closet.

Look up! not everything is at eye level. scan your walls ceiling to floor in every room.

Look down. Treasures such as door stops can be easily overlooked.

#3-PREPARE FOR YOUR MOVERS TO ARRIVE

Know what you do not want your movers to touch, and designate a spot for these items. (Hint-your vehicle or your bathtub is an excellent spot to use. a shelf in a closet or corner of a room are also good spots.)

Anything personal or irreplaceable should be kept with you.

Any medicines you need should be considered.

Before the movers arrive, to the best of your ability, clear your driveway and the road in front of your home, to allow the truck maximum maneuvering space. This will avoid wasted time at the start of your move.

Table tops should be cleared.

Beds should be stripped.

Everything that can be in a box should be, unless packing arrangements have been discussed.

If possible, enlist a person who does not reside with you, to walk the entire property to make sure no statues, planters, benches, wind chimes or other small treasures are left behind.

Following these few steps can make a big difference to your experience. If you have any other moving related questions, please feel free to ask!

WITH SETT MOVERS
YOU ARE FAMILY

A few of the kind words we’ve received from our extended family:

couldn’t be happier with the service I received from Sett Movers. From start to finish, the entire process was smooth, stress-free, and professional. The crew showed up right on time and immediately got to work. What really stood out to me was how hard-working, respectful, and efficient they were throughout the entire move.They handled all of my belongings with care, were extremely organized, and made sure everything was packed and transported safely. Even in the heat and with some heavy, awkward furniture, the team kept a great attitude and worked nonstop until the job was done. It’s rare to find a crew this dedicated and professional — you can tell they take pride in what they do.If you’re looking for reliable movers who go above and beyond, I highly recommend Sett Movers. They made what could have been a stressful day feel easy. A+ service!

Mike Cerbone

02:02 15 Jun 25

Sorry for the long review but I felt it important for others to share the whole experience.I needed to hire a moving company for our relocation from New Jersey to Florida, and I quickly learned to steer clear of moving brokers—they felt more like predators than helpers! One day, I received a postcard in the mail from SETT Movers. I decided to do a quick Google search to check out their reviews, which turned out to be overwhelmingly positive. That gave me enough confidence to schedule an estimate.Tara from SETT came out and conducted a very thorough walkthrough. Their quote was consistent with the others I had already received. Still, I decided to get one more estimate, this time from Mayflower, hoping to possibly save a bit of money. During that consultation, the representative warned me to beware of any moving company that charges a deposit, claiming it was illegal in New Jersey. That didn’t sound quite right to me—after all, it makes sense that a company would want a deposit to reserve a spot.Even so, her warning made me second-guess SETT, so I turned back to Google and dug deeper. I looked hard for red flags and found none. During my research, I came across the New Jersey Warehouse & Movers Association. According to their website, they've been around since 1969 and only list licensed, reputable, and professional movers. Their site made it clear they don’t promote one company over another but provide objective information to help consumers make informed decisions. That reassured me.I reached out to them and confirmed that not only is SETT a member in good standing, but also that deposits are not illegal in New Jersey. The woman I spoke with even echoed my thoughts—that deposits, especially for smaller companies, are a practical and necessary part of doing business. Shame on Mayflower for spreading misleading information.At that point, I was fully committed to SETT, even though Mayflower’s quote was over $1,000 cheaper.On moving day, the SETT team arrived on time and got straight to work. While I can’t say the day was entirely stress-free (moving is never easy!), Tara and Castro were incredibly professional, patient, and compassionate. They helped calm our nerves and kept things running smoothly. The stress we felt had nothing to do with SETT—just the normal chaos of a big move.I wish I could remember everyone’s name because the entire team was outstanding. A special shoutout to the ones I do remember—Tara, who kept everything running smoothly with her consistent communication and coordination, and movers Castro and Rob, who handled the heavy lifting with professionalism and care.Thank you all for helping us accomplish this monumental task!

Joseph Gogan

13:05 14 Jun 25

While moving can be stressful, Sett movers made my move to Philadelphia so easy, between amazing customer service and communication, to amazing movers (shoutout to Rob, Nick and Castro) the entire move was easy. They are extremely reasonable especially after shopping around and comparing pricing, they did well driving down narrow south Philly roads ( major props) and they finished earlier then predicted. They came highly recommended and I absolutely understand why.

Kari

20:36 10 Jun 25

What an amazing job Sett movers did!! They were all so polite, efficient and great workers!!! They even did extra for us!!! Big thank you to Paul, AJ and Tommy!!! They were all around great!!

michelle Sydlosky

14:09 04 May 25

This is my third move with Sett Movers. With each move, they were on time, professional and respectful of my property. The furniture moved came from a friend's house and she reported to me the same care and concern for her property as they removed it from her house and placed on the truck. I would recommend Sett Movers any time you need a reliable moving company. Thank you Evelynn, Chris and his movers for a great job!

Joanne Gleeson

20:15 14 Apr 25

From start to finish they were amazing. We moved two houses into one and all of the men were amazing. They were polite, courteous and great. I would definitely recommend SETT Movers.

Patricia Gibson

15:51 11 Apr 25

SETT MOVERS is a truly EXCEPTIONAL moving company. We had a rather complicated move, involving five stops throughout NJ, to either drop off or pick up furniture from different houses belonging to relatives. Many of the pieces being transported were valuable antiques which were carefully wrapped and protected by the amazing team of men from Sett Movers. My husband and I have moved in and out of multiple homes during our 50 years of marriage and Sett Moving Company was by far the most professional, efficient, polite, detail oriented team of movers that we have ever had the pleasure of working with. It would be impossible for me to recommend Sett Moving Company more highly!

Robert Treut

22:10 04 Apr 25

Rob, Castro, and Nick did an outstanding job moving us. I cannot say enough good things about this company. From the first contact to the day we moved. Tara had been so patient and understanding with all of the changes in dates. I definitely recommend using Sett Movers for your next move.

Deb S

19:26 03 Apr 25

We had a wonderful experience with SETT. From the estimate to the move everyone involved was friendly and professional. Highly recommend.

John Salzman

01:09 20 Mar 25

Great crew they were very professional and of course careful of our household - many thanks to the crew Rob, Trey, Paul, Chris and Castro. Worth noting this was the first phase of our move and we will be using Sett Movers on the interstate portion which will be coming soon.

Dino Genova

12:00 11 Mar 25

Hired Sett movers to relocate furniture, Paul, Chris, Rob, Trey and Castro arrived promptly, performed professionally and succinctly. Highly recommend Sett movers and this crew!

Jim S

12:43 10 Mar 25

Sett Movers are amazing from beginning to end. Very professional, reliable, and reasonable. Mike, Tom, Nick, and Castro were fantastic. They moved quickly, efficiently, and carefully. I would highly recommend them. Thank you!!

Christine Kane

15:04 09 Mar 25

I had a great move with Sett Movers. Everything went smooth and the guys were great. I have never had a good out of state move with any other company. Sett did everything right. I want to thank Cosmo . He was the best. Diane Babich

Diane Babich

22:03 24 Feb 25

We had a fantastic experience with Sett Movers.......especiallyPaul, Little Nick and Castro........they moved a refrigerator for us from Manchester to Bernardsville.....wonderful care was taken at my daughters home to get the refrigerator in...... I give them 10 stars.....Highly recommend Sett Movers to everyone!!!!!!!

Barbara Prudente

18:18 12 Feb 25

Great movers. They moved a player piano from Seaside Park to Whiting for us and our upright to Cookstown. Great group of guys especially Rob, Castro, Paul, Chris, and Tom. Working with Evelyn in the office that orchestrated everything was a pleasure. I highly recommend them and will use them again if any moving needs to be done.

Robert Bieth

15:21 03 Feb 25

My experience started with the call to SETT Movers. Tara was a delight to talk to. I told her I was looking to move my Dad from home to an Assisted Living/Memory Care. She asked when and I said the problem is going to be, he needs to move in 2 days. She said no problem, we’ll fit you in our schedule. Moving day, a young man Chris and his crew showed up exactly when said, with a call saying they were on there way. They were thorough, very polite. Handled everything like it was glass. Wrapped everything with moving blankets. Within 2 1/2 hours all done and at new place. They placed everything right where I needed it. Highly, highly recommend them. Thanx Chris, you and your team👌🏼

Janet Altieri

13:08 24 Jan 25

We had an amazing experience working with SETT Movers! They went above and beyond to complete our move in one day, even when it took longer than anticipated. They worked hard from the moment they arrived until the moment they left our new home. Very reasonable pricing for excellent service. Highly recommend!

Christina Russom

00:46 22 Jan 25

SETT movers were great and amazing to work with. They made the whole process smooth and easy. Paul, Castro, and AJ did such a wonderful job. I will be recommending SETT movers to anyone I know with moving needs and will use them again in the future!

Danielle Piscal

00:43 16 Jan 25

SETT Movers were great! We were so happy with them and will be using again. Chris, Paul Jack & Nick were very helpful and worked so quickly. Truly could not imagine how long it would have taken with out these guys! They made a long moving day much easier.

Keara M

18:06 09 Dec 24

They helped move my grand daughter at a great price to a second floor apartment. They were amazing on a Saturday in the rain. Thank you!

Joyce Lyle

20:27 04 Dec 24

Castro, Rob, Chris and the rest of the crew from SETT were awesome! From the help by Chris and Castro packing the day before to loading the truck and the crew loading the truck, it was all done with efficiency and care for our items. They were courteous and pleasant, answering any questions we had. They called when they said they would and kept us informed of the time they would arrive. The day the truck came to unload, Castro and Rob worked tirelessly to unload the truck and place each box in its designated area. They even moved some boxes to another wall so we would have an easier pathway and moved our furniture back to its original place. We have already recommended SETT Movers to our friends who are planning on moving in the near future. Thank you for a wonderful experiance, you took the stress out of our move!

Catherine Packard

18:44 23 Nov 24

Excellent customer service. Very pleased. The workers were very professional and courteous . Highly recommended

Shelly Newton

08:51 22 Nov 24

I had Sett Movers move my mother. They were very professional and friendly. The guys arrived when they said they would. They were extremely protective of the furniture and were very patient when it came to my mother, wanting to have the furniture placed in a certain area of the house. I would use them again. As far as I’m concerned they are the only moving company in the state.Brett D.

Brett Duca

16:16 15 Nov 24

Awesome movers very helpful and efficientWould definitely recommend them

Donna Jones

17:03 14 Nov 24

Working with SETT Movers was an absolutely amazing experience. From the very first callto the end of the moving experience I couldn’t be more pleased. Evelyn was very helpful, and Tara was extremely accommodating. She was very prompt in returning my call. Tara was able to arrange for her movers to come to the job within a few days. When the movers arrived, they were courteous, prompt and quick! All of the movers, Chris, AJ and Nick did an excellent job of moving my possessions to my new home. They were all professional and were very attentive to my questions. I have honestly never dealt with such professional and quick movers as I did from SETT Movers. Chris, AJ and Nick made the moving experience which is usually frustrating and stressful a very pleasant and easy experience. I would highly recommend SETT Movers for your moving needs.

Amy Gubner

23:24 13 Nov 24

SETT moved us into our forever home and they did a tremendous job! They were efficient, careful, and did the job right. Special shout out to the team - Chris, Paul, Trey, and Nick. Thank you for your hard work!

Diana DiClemente

23:13 04 Nov 24

We could not be happier with SETT MOVERS. We moved from Monmouth County to Sarasota FL. Prior to out move, Tara was very helpful in assisting us prepare for our move. Their estimate was accurate and fair.Our movers, Nick and Bob arrived on time and were very efficient and careful packing,wrapping and loading our possessions.They carefully delivered our things and took the time to place them exactly where we asked them to. And most importantly, everything was intact!I would highly recommend SETT MOVERS to any looking to move locally or long distance

William Sachs

13:03 31 Oct 24

Rob, Castro, Nick and AJ were professionals and efficient while moving all the furniture as requested. I would highly recommend their services. Will defiantly use their service again.

Leigh Sharpless

15:06 19 Oct 24

Absolutely FABULOUS!! Thank you Tara and the boyz Mike, Jack and Castro for your professionalism, care and muscle 💪 💪💪. I would highly recommend you to everyone. Stay Safe and Thank You ALL 👍👍👍

Catherine Freeo

17:17 12 Oct 24

I wanted to personally acknowledge the men at SETT MOVERS - Chris, Paul, Glen, Trey, Castro, and Jack. These men were experts in moving. They were organized, and meticulous. Their work ethic is 5 STAR plus. I WILL be booking SETT MOVERS of Bayville, NJ again!!! Ready, get SETT!! You won't REGRET!!!

Phoebe Pitarresi

23:00 11 Oct 24

My daughter had recently moved from New Jersey to Connecticut. We had the pleasure of using, SETT MOVERS, I just can't say enough about this amazing company!We received a called in the morning notifying us on their arrival time, they even arrived a few minutes early, which worked out great! Rob and Trey were our driver and movers both were friendly and kind, they moved everything with such care. Couldn't ask for a more pleasant moving experience! Trusting your moving experience to a Family owned business, truly makes all the difference!!! I found SETT MOVERS to be RELIABLE DEPENDABLE, and have COMPETITIVE RATES!!! I added a few photos from my daughters move. I asked for a fun photo from all.

Sherrie

20:02 04 Oct 24

This is way overdue but wanted to thank Sett Movers, especially Chris, Nick, Trey, Austin and Dylan!! They moved us in August from NJ to PA. From my first phone call to set up the move until the end, they made the whole process easy. Would definitely recommend their services!!

Terri LaBianca

13:58 30 Sep 24

We have all seen the reviews of the nightmare of hiring a moving company. Sett Movers is nothing like them. All the people I had contact with were nothing but professional every step of the process. The estimate matched my final price. Moving can be a trying time, but Sett Movers did everything to reduce the stress of my move. So relax and call Sett Movers.

joe jc

01:30 23 Sep 24

I never post reviews but this was a MUST. Moved from NJ to Florida with my wife. Hired Sett Moversfor the job & after getting a few estimates & meeting every estimator, i can honestly say it was the BEST decision. From start to finish. They even transported one of my vehicles along with all personal belongings in one big truck. They were prompt the day they packed up & very quick. They also arrived as promised in florida 3 days later. Every employee was very professional. Castro & Rob were awesome. They went above & beyond. If ur moving please call them. You wont be disappointed. Awesome company.Thanks for making our out of state move go so smooth. Much appreciated.

John R Guzzi, Jr

15:41 10 Sep 24

I had a fantastic experience with Sett Movers. From start to finish, Tara and her team were absolutely great. They handled every aspect of the move with exceptional professionalism and care. Rob and Castro, the movers assigned to my job, were particularly impressive. They were not only incredibly efficient but also remarkably kind and professional throughout the entire process. They took great care with all of my belongings, ensuring everything arrived in perfect condition. Tara's communication and organizational skills made the whole experience seamless and stress-free. I highly recommend Sett Movers for their outstanding service and dedication.

J. Doria

15:57 02 Sep 24

I contacted Tara Knight to inquire about moving from Old Bridge NJ to Monroe NJ. She just made the whole process go without any problems. On July 30th Glen, Castro, Fitz, Rob and Paul arrived on the scheduled time. These guys worked very hard and they were very professional. They packed everything so secure that nothing would be scratched or damaged in anyway . On August 1st Rob, Castro, Paul, Trey, and Jack arrived as scheduled to move me into my new home. Once again these guys were very professional and move everything into the new home without any damage to anything. The one gentlemen Jack was such a character I found out that we grew up together in the same county. He made me laugh so much . Just what a good group of hard working guys. I would strongly recommend this moving company .

Jim Keating

02:20 29 Aug 24

Tara was so easy to deal with and made you B feel very comfortableThe moversGlen, Castro,Rob, Paul and TreyWere amazing. Very polite very systematicMade you feel very comfortable alsoA very pleasant experience

Mark Eiseman

21:03 26 Aug 24

We moved last week and we used Sett Movers. What an amazing company. We had a great experience from start to finish. Communication was perfect from our first contact with Tara, to dealing with our estimator Tyler, to having Chris, Trey, Austin and AJ handle our actual move. Our move went so smoothly because of this well organized company. We highly recommend using them.

Anne-Marie Cavallo

15:11 12 Aug 24

I have used Sett Moving Compsny 3 times in the past five years. Tara is responsive in scheduling and accommodating my moving needs and each experience was a different type of move. Each time, I was satisfied. Today’s crew of two men were punctual, polite and skilled in moving my possessions with care. Chris was my crew chief and Nick M. Was his assistant. They did everything I asked for and more…truly a pleasure to work with these men. Lastly, there are no hidden costs. Sett movers is an honest and professional moving company. Therefore, I recommend them wholeheartedly . I will utilize their services again and again. You will not be disappointed!

Sallie Anne

14:42 01 Aug 24

Great Experience, Very professional. I would highly recommend!! We had four great movers - Chris, Paul, Nick & Austin - a great team!

Suzette Drennan

11:01 23 Jul 24

If you need awesome movers contact SETT!! Castro, Rob, Austin & Mike were the BEST!! Professional & reliable. Used this company twice.

Christina Starr

23:44 03 Jul 24

Arrived just as they said they would. Great senses of humor, took excellent care of our belongings and moved in 3 hours! They shrink wrapped and padded everything. Rebuilt all the beds and carefully our things where we asked. Would use again!

Trish Shrodo

10:54 29 Jun 24

The SETT team is fantastic! My family has worked with them for 2 out of state moves (including 1 piano!). They are friendly, punctual, great communicators, and took excellent care of our belongings. Thanks to the amazing Tara, the scheduling and quote process was also very thorough and easy to understand. I would recommend SETT to anyone!

Nora

17:57 18 Jun 24

We had not moved in 36 years, we dreaded the worst. With the help of Tara and her son we took a shot with SETT Movers. Turned out to be an excellent decision. Chris, Jack , Paul, Austin ,and Nick were outstanding. These guys were all professional and hard working. They were very helpful and kind during a very difficult time for Ann and me. I would recommend them 100%,to anyone looking for a fair, reasonable moving company. They have earned my respect and appreciation.Thanks , Paul Muldowney

Paul Muldowney

19:29 14 Jun 24

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Congratulations! You're moving...
now what?

Need more information? Call us today

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Find a place near to you that will accept donations of household goods. Make practical decisions, don’t pay to move what you do not use. If the items you wish to donate are difficult to move, give us a call to make arrangements for your movers to assist that effort.

A few of the kind words we’ve received from our extended family:

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Find a place near to you that will accept donations of household goods. Make practical decisions, don’t pay to move what you do not use. If the items you wish to donate are difficult to move, give us a call to make arrangements for your movers to assist that effort.

A few of the kind words we’ve received from our extended family:

Our Services

Areas We Serve

Contact Us

SETT Movers

Congratulations! You're moving...
now what?