Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Questions about your upcoming move or
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Answers to all your moving and storage questions

Have pressing questions about your upcoming move or storage options? See below for some general answers to commonly asked questions:

Commercial Moving
Do you offer commercial moving?
Yes, we provide residential and commercial moves.
What precautions do you take to make sure you don’t damage my items or the building?
What time of day do you do commercial moves?
Are you experienced in moving large office equipment?
General
Can I put plants in the moving truck?
We don’t allow any living thing in the back of our moving truck and that includes plants. If you want to move your plants, you’ll need to put them in your car as we won’t be able to guarantee your plant’s condition during the move if we load it up.
What other costs do I need to worry about for a move?
What should I do with my pets?
Can I cancel or reschedule my move?
Local Moving
When can I expect the movers to arrive?
We will let you know at least 48 hours before your move date when to expect the movers. We generally provide a 2-hour time frame to account for weather and traffic issues.
Will Great Movers get parking permits?
Will I need to be present during the move?
What is considered a local move?
Long Distance Moving
Do you provide long-distance moves?
Absolutely! We’ve assisted hundreds of people moving from all across the United States, so you’re in good hands.
Do you offer long distance art moving?
How can I track my items during transit?
How do I plan for a cross-country move?
Moving
Do you move bulky furniture?
We sure do! Just make sure to let us know in advance so we can get the appropriately sized truck.
Do you move pianos and hot tubs?
Will you help me move one large item?
Will you move plants?
Packing
Do you offer a full packing service?
Absolutely, we can pack everything up for you. Though we do think it’s best for employees to pack their own desks so they can keep exactly what they want and need.
Do I need to pack everything myself?
Piano Moving
Do you move bulky furniture?
We sure do! Just make sure to let us know in advance so we can get the appropriately sized truck.
Will you help dispose of a piano?
Do movers tune the piano after moving?
What happens if my piano is damaged during the move?
Pool table moving
Do you move bulky furniture?
We sure do! Just make sure to let us know in advance so we can get the appropriately sized truck.
Do you insure my pool table?
Does moving a pool table cost extra money?
Can you help move just a pool table and nothing else?
Pricing
What other costs do I need to worry about for a move?
Your biggest cost besides hiring movers will vary but for most it’s buying boxes and packing supplies and, after the move, redecorating and buying new furniture.
How much does a Hudson County move cost?
How much does an Essex County move cost?
How much does a Gloucester County move cost?
Protection & Insurance
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, we have all the appropriate licenses and insurance. You can check out our records by using our US Department of Transportation number on their site to stay up-to-date on our business and any complaints levied against us.
Do I need to winterproof my belongings?
Do I need to buy moving insurance?
Is NJ Great Movers legally allowed to work as movers?
Storage
Do you offer any promotions for storage units?
We sometimes run promotions, so definitely ask us! If you’re struggling with your budget, let us know and we’ll find a way to work with it.
How much advance notice do I need to provide in order to get my things out of storage?
Do I need to store all my belongings, or can I just store a few things?
How much does storage cost?