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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:

The guys were great and so helpful. Extremely careful with our stuff and took great care in our home. Thanks Tara.

Wendy Walker

16:54 16 Mar 23

Sett made our move simple and smooth. Tara in the office kept me informed. On the day of the move Paul, Mitch and Austin worked efficiently, carefully and politely.

Robert Caemmerer

12:09 07 Mar 23

Wow, what a great experience! I cannot say enough about Mitch, Austin, Nick, Tyler and especially Glenn. They packed my belongings and wrapped my furniture, working together like a well oiled machine and Fast. And hat's off to Glenn who fit all of my belongings into a storage unit. It was like someone fitting all the pieces of a puzzle together. Not everyone can accomplish what Glenn and his co-workers did. I know I personally wouldn't know where to start emptying a truck load of furniture, etc. and placing it in a storage unit. It just goes to show that everyone has a talent. These guys are worth their weight in gold and I look forward to having them empty my unit for my new home. Hats off to Steven and Tara for their professionalism from start to finish and hiring such great, dedicated workers. All of you truly care and made this a stressless move for me! Thank you!

Joseph Morano

21:33 04 Mar 23

Tara, Steven and the team of movers at Sett Movers were great from first contact through after the move was fully completed. Tara was always fast to respond to any questions or concerns. Steven gave me reassurance that everything would be done to make us at ease and feel as comfortable as possible with everything. He was right. In the end the team of movers was efficient, careful and knowledgeable about everything. They treated all of our things as if they were their own and even stored everything as close to how we wanted it in the storage unit as they could. We would highly recommend Sett Movers.

Mandy B

19:47 04 Mar 23

Sett Movers did an excellent job of packing and moving furniture from my home in Toms River to a storage facility in Sussex County. All items arrived in perfect condition. The movers, Paul and Castro were very friendly and efficient. I would highly recommend their service.

Ray Walsh

17:01 04 Mar 23

Perfect move. Nick and his crew were fantastic. Everything was thoroughly explained. No surprises at the end. They were respectful and handled my items with care, everything from a delicate grandfather clock to a 400 pound safe. I will use SETT again.

Mike Passeri

21:11 02 Mar 23

Absolute professionals. Tara was a pleasure to work with for scheduling. Tyler came to give me an estimate and was also extremely helpful. Moving day itself was an absolute breeze. Austin and the crew were genuinely good at their jobs. They were also very honest and upfront about disassembling a piece of furniture that would have put me into extra hours to move. I instead decided to junk it. Could not be more impressed.

Michael Bucca

02:31 28 Feb 23

From start to finish, I highly recommend this company. Tara was able to give us a move date with very little notice. The guys were efficient and very caring in the way they packed my sister's things. This is a great company!

Fran Lembo

17:34 22 Feb 23

I bought a piece at home sense and had no idea how I’d get it home. Sett movers picked it up and put it in its place in my home the next day even alerting me to a flaw in the piece. Nicest guys Castro Tyler and nick. Reasonable price and very trustworthy.

Kimberly Cuneo

17:55 28 Jan 23

I highly recommend this moving company. Very professional and very kind men. The office staff was great to work with also. Moving is stressful as it is and having a reliable moving company just makes the move easier. Thank you Sett movers.

Cathy Petillo

13:37 26 Jan 23

I work at a storage facility with a very small parking lot. Sett movers made sure beforehand to check where to park so as to not be in the way of any other tenants moving in or out. They were very polite and incredibly thorough.

Javian Snow

20:56 25 Jan 23

SETT made our move easy and painless. Our movers Tyler K, Nick P & Austin were extremely friendly, considerate of our items, and professional. We couldn't believe how smooth/quick of a process it ended up being. I would definitely recommend giving them a call for your next move!

Kristina Chocolate

23:07 24 Jan 23

10/10! If you are looking for a reliable, extremely easy to work with, friendly company then look no further! SETT movers helped me through my daughter's move. Tara was extremely knowledgeable and professional while keeping it light and friendly. When things didn't go as planned she was extremely understanding! I couldn't recommend them more!

Susan Tibak

18:57 18 Jan 23

Sett Movers is awesome. I am a repeat customer, this time for an Interstate move. They are family owned and operated and take great pride in providing a great experience. Customer support is prompt and reliable.Of particular note with this move was the two employees who did the work. Both Glenn and Nick are nothing short of awesome. They work with great care and, as a team, get the job done within a very reasonable timeline. They make a very difficult job look easy.I was awestruck by the way Glenn handled a huge tractor and a 51 foot trailer at the storage facility with very narrow roadways and tight corners. It was a nail-biter but he made it look easy.I look forward to re-engaging Sett Movers to complete the move from storage to my new NJ home. I hope they can accommodate the request I'll make to send both Glenn and Nick to complete my move back to NJ.I highly recommend Sett Movers and thank them for making my repeat experience an excellent experience.

Barbara Palant

01:59 11 Jan 23

We had friends that moved to South Carolina and recommended Sett Movers. We used them 2 times, once in November to put our belongings in storage and another in January to move our belongings to Florida. Tara could not have been more helpful or pleasant, she went out of way to make it as smooth as possible. In NJ we had several men who packed and moved us into storage they were professional efficient and very pleasant. Our move to Florida was done by Glenn and Castro and a helper here in Florida. All three men were amazing. They quickly and efficiently moved us in with record time. They were very pleasant, efficient and professional. This is the only company I would ever recommend or use. The Gallagher’s

Marisol Gallagher

13:27 09 Jan 23

I used SETT Movers on two occasions - in August 2022 to move out of my home into a storage unit and in January 2023 from a storage unit into my new home. On both occasions, the movers were on time, extremely efficient, professional and extremely polite. Their communication to let me know they were on their way and to inform me of their loading/unloading process as well as to check for my preferences was stellar! All items and both properties remained undamaged and their protection of valuable furniture in the moving process in the van was very impressive. There were areas in which they truly went above and beyond. The human touch where the movers truly seem invested in "my move" that day was very important. Tara in the office was amazing to coordinate with - she was very thorough and patient with all my questions. She followed through with each step she indicated in the time frame she established. SETT Movers understand that a move is a stressful experience for every person and try to make that process the easiest it can be for each person. You know they care.

Christopher J. Tobin

02:23 08 Jan 23

Completely honest, trustworthy, and hard-working group of guys. Moving estimate was right on the money. Would recommend them to all!

Ellen Frederick

16:02 02 Jan 23

My son had to hire movers again (2nd time in 6 months) since I finally got into a senior community after being on the wait list. We went with SETT Movers again who were awesome. Turnkey, professional and very friendly. Made the unfortunate day of moving go by fast and easy. Thanks to Bryce & Chris F. who were exceptional workers, communicators and truly a pleasure. The owner/office was also great, easy to work with since she had familiarity with our previous move. We trust them and they appreciated our business so win win all around.

Nancy Burk

14:23 22 Dec 22

I own a professional organizing business. I have used SETT movers for a number of estate clean outs and will continue to. Every member of their staff is professional, respectful, efficient and just a truly good person. I can trust anyone from SETT to treat my clients and their belongings with compassion and honesty. I also have referred SETT to many clients to use for a move and they always rave about their cost and service. Look no further when choosing a moving company.

Sheba Dougherty

12:54 21 Dec 22

Do your research, call others, then call SETT Movers. You won't feel violated like you are dealing with a "Tin Man" ... SETT will be the last moving company you call. One of the most stressful experiences in life is moving. Add additional family health crisis two weeks before the actual 1000 mile move and there is no normal. Tara and her crew were responsive, professional, and supportive when the melt downs (plural) occured. We have many family herilooms and my collector car (yes, they put my car in the truck too), all were handled with care. I shared my SETT Movers experience with a friend who has moved long distances several times and his response was, "I have never heard someone say anything good about their movers, especially a month later". They are worth every penny, take that from someone who still has the first penny I ever earned!

Jim Ritter

18:37 25 Nov 22

My second time around using SETT Movers - just about a year later - and I am just as impressed!! While I could have gone with a closer option, Tara at SETT Movers was my first call and I am so thrilled they were able to accommodate us. I have now had the pleasure of working with Tara (who is wonderful) twice and a total of 6 SETT Movers professionals - 2 the first time around and 4 others this time. I can happily and easily describe all the same way - professional, careful, conscientious, friendly, hardworking, knowledgable, and more. Shout out to Castro, Jack G, Paul, and Austin for making our most recent experience not only easy, but also truly a pleasure. Thank you for taking such good care of our belongings! You are all terrific and SETT Movers is the best in the business!!

Alyssa Shane

03:33 22 Nov 22

I’ve used several moving companies throughout the years and this one is the best by far! Amazing customer service from the moment Tara walked into my house to give me an estimate to the final delivery of my items. John, Jon, Tyler and Austin were the best! These guys didn’t stop for a break. They packed the truck with such precision and every item in my house was wrapped to prevent any possible damage to the furniture. Excellent customer service! In fact, when we pulled up to my storage unit a couple people saw how the moving truck was packed & asked for business cards. I would highly recommend this company to anyone who is considering moving! You’ll be very satisfied & the pricing was extremely reasonable.

MaryAnn Reiner

13:33 07 Nov 22

I cannot be happier with the experience I had with Sett Movers! In the chaos of selling our home and moving out of state, they helped make the transition a smooth one. Tara was always pleasant to speak with and timely with her responses. Glenn and Castro were wonderful, taking the time and care to unload our things as if they were their own. I 1000% would use them again, if it weren't for being 3 states away! You won't be disappointed.

Kristina Freeman

01:36 04 Nov 22

Sett is one of the best Moving co. I've ever used. I've recommended them to everyone I can.

Snapbox Ridgeway Blvd

15:51 26 Oct 22

SETT helped us move from NJ to FL. They were always available to answer my questions. Very responsive and made the moving process as painless as possible. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about the company and the crew.

julia a

20:47 24 Oct 22

Tara was great at setting up and scheduling my move. Pricing was very fair. Moving day went smoothly. Castro, Tyler W., and Jack worked fast and efficiently. All my items were taken care of during the move and the guys made sure everything was placed where it needed to be in my new place. So happy I found a good moving company. Thank you for making my move easier!

Maria Josefina Tejada

12:45 24 Oct 22

John & Tyler were awesome. So incredibly helpful and caring with our furniture. Very friendly. Would highly recommend.

Kelly Spitzer

20:59 21 Oct 22

Glenn, Nick P., Jack and Mitch were top notch! They were extremely professional and efficient. I wld recommend Sett Movers to ANYONE who needs professional packing/moving. 5+ stars all around. THANK YOU!!!

Dari Santaniello

17:04 13 Oct 22

What a pleasure this turned out to be. Tara arranged for an in home estimate , set up and confirmed the move, and sent me a refund check when the movers finished early. The guys were all very respectful, showed up on time, and were careful with all our belongings. We highly recommend this company

Rick Miller

08:20 12 Oct 22

very efficient very personable! thank you Glenn, Mitch, John A , Kevin for taking such great care of our furniture and belongings ! Highly recommended! we will definitely have you move us into our new home !!5 +STARS !!!

PJ Dobbin

16:35 03 Oct 22

I highly recommend SETT MOVERS!!!!!!Tara and entire crew was highly efficient and organizedGreat Job Team! 👍🏻

maria catao

00:14 24 Sep 22

John, Castro, Mitch and Paul were professional, courteous, prompt and fast. I would recommend Sett Movers to anyone without reservation.

Nicholas Apicelli

14:56 07 Sep 22

I was very stressed about my moving and the 5 men put me at ease and worked SO hard in the extreme HEAT! John, Nick P, Jack, Mitch, and Paul were very professional and I couldn’t believe how quickly they were able to move all my items to my next destination and be so pleasant while doing it! I highly recommend this company and I’m looking forward to using them again soon as I hope to find a new permanent residence! Thank you so much for showing up early and helping me with all my stuff!Susan P

Susan Pitcher

14:56 31 Aug 22

SETT Movers sent Glenn and Mitch in a handsome new truck to handle our move into a condo in Michigan. They were nothing short of amazing --friendly, professional and very hard working. Tara was a joy to work with throughout the process which included a year of storage after moving us out of our home in New York state. I have no doubt SETT Movers can efficiently execute any kind of move -- long or short, easy or complicated.

Jack Counihan

02:23 28 Aug 22

I can't say enough about SETT Movers. From the first contact with Tara, through the estimate process with Tyler and finally the move with Dave W., Austin and John C. 2ho were amazing. I'm only moving local but had to have my belongings moved into storage until my new home is ready. They took care with all my furniture including an antique. Dave and his crew were able to properly care for all of my things. I would recommend them to any one who needs to move whether it be local or out of state, I can't say enough good about the whole team.

Carol Grant

23:18 24 Aug 22

Excellent moving company. Tara was easy to contact and very thorough. The team, Dave W, Nick D, John C, and John G did exactly what we asked and more while being extremely careful with all our furniture. This is an all around professional group whom I would definitely hire again in the future.

Frank Palmieri

16:20 16 Aug 22

I could not have been more satisfied with Sett Movers. Paul. Castro, Nick P and Austin were professional, courteous and very efficient. They worked tirelessly, as a well oiled machine, on one of the hottest days of the summer!! Attention to detail insured that every box and piece of furniture arrived without incident!My biggest concern of the day was that they stayed hydrated!! They made a stressful day almost enjoyable.I would highly recommend the company without reservation!

margaret mallon

17:03 15 Aug 22

Fantastic moving company! Tara was quick to respond and went over everything in detail. The team, John, Jack, Mitch & Nick were incredible, handled everything with care, they were punctual, caring, courteous, and professional. I have to move again in 8 weeks and plan to use them again.

Kim Lowery

00:44 05 Aug 22

My mom used this company to do a local move and was extremely happy with their service. The team she had - John, Nick P, Paul, Austin and Dave were fantastic and very quick

Christine Winn

00:45 31 Jul 22

Tara at Sett did a fantastic job coordinating our move from New Jersey to South Carolina, Bryce did an excellent job making sure the truck was loaded so that nothing would break, This was an 11 hour move and we could not be happier, Nickolas Castro and Steve did an incredible job unloading and setting up everything. Nothing was damaged or broken. If your looking for awesome service and a fair price do yourself a favor and go with SETT, thank you so much for everything!!

Melissa DeAquino

23:43 26 Jul 22

We recently had some furniture moved from Tom's River NJ to North East MD. Jon C., Paul and Dave W. we're great. The furniture was quite large and they did a great job. They were on time, friendly and very professional. Tara was great to work with 👍This was my second time in a month using SETT MOVERS.If I could give SETT MOVERS more than 5 stars I would. Tara was able to help me out when the local movers in Maryland called the morning of the move didn't have enough staff nor trucks. She was able to arrange to have SETT MOVERS move us on their way back from another move. I had to wait a couple of weeks but it was well worth the wait. Glenn, Austin and Dave W were great. They kept us updated on eta and arrived at the storage unit exactly on time. It was raining that day but our furniture was kept safe and dry. The guys were so professional and polite. I would recommend SETT MOVERS to anyone that want true knowledgeable, professional movers. Thanks guys 👌👍

Terry Wadiak

13:40 18 Jul 22

Sett Movers is exceptional in every way. From the very 1st phone call with Tara down to the very last box moved. SETT Movers and their entire team made us feel very comfortable in what could easily have been a very stressful time. John & Castro took great care in packing and loading our things. Very professional & courteous. When it came time to unloading the truck they made sure that every box was in the right room as well as every piece of furniture was exactly where I wanted it to be placed. The entire team goes above and beyond. I highly recommend- you will not be disappointed!Sett Movers A++

Noelle DiBenedetto

13:20 14 Jul 22

The guys were professional and didn’t waste no time. I would definitely recommend Sett Movers.Thank your guys again …Glenn,Dave Z,Austin &Hayden

Vincent Roscigno

22:43 02 Jul 22

SETT Movers were great!! Super easy to work with and the group of guys today worked so fast. I definitely recommend them. Thank you Paul Tara and Brice!!

Jen Franz

20:38 27 Jun 22

The movers: John, Castro, and Jack were terrific!

Marilynn McAteer

16:56 25 Jun 22

I worked with Glenn, Nick P, Mitch & Paul who did an amazing job for me during a tricky move. Their pleasant personalities made this experience wonderful. All four men were extremely hard working, they were quick yet careful and I have nothing but good things to say about them-- I will be using them for future moves!

Emily Sweeney

19:35 21 Jun 22

Glenn, Mitch, John C, Young Jack and Paul were amazing to work with. Had a really heavy item to move and they did a great job, thanks again!

Alec Merritt

17:45 21 Jun 22

From the beginning Tara was very easy to work with, she went out of her way to help make this stressful move as easy as possible. On move day Glenn, Mitch, Paul, John C & Jack were on time and ready to go. The entire process was handled with the utmost professionalism. They were friendly as well as courteous, you can tell they take pride in their work. I even joked that they took better care of my furniture than I do. I would recommend them a million times over.

Cheryl Frager

02:53 21 Jun 22

Today was our second experience with Sett Movers. We thought the first was outstanding and could not be rivaled but then today happened. John, John C. and Castro were absolutely exceptional. They arrived exactly on schedule, worked quickly and professionally with a helpful and friendly approach. I have already recommended Sett to friends and will continue to sing their praises .... they deserve it !!

vicki callahan

00:05 14 Jun 22

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

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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:

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