Who is DMV Setup Squad?
DMV Setup Squad is a squad of friends who work together on packing, moving help, TV mounting and furniture assembly. We serve homes and businesses across Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia.
Questions & answers
Your questions, answered
Simple answers about packing, moving help, TV mounting and furniture assembly for homes and businesses in DC, Maryland and Virginia. Answers from the DMV Setup Squad team.
About DMV Setup Squad
Which areas do you work in?
DMV Setup Squad works in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia (the DMV). Not sure if we cover your address? Call or text (202) 505-3133 and we will tell you.
Do I get a quote before the work starts?
Yes. Every job is different, so DMV Setup Squad gives a free quote for each job before we start. Tell us what you need by phone, text or the form on our home page.
Packing
Can someone pack my home for me?
Yes. DMV Setup Squad packs your home room by room, so you do not have to. Working as a team means a whole room can be packed, wrapped and labeled much faster than one person could do alone.
How do I pack fragile items like dishes and glass?
Wrap each item on its own, stand plates on their edge, and fill empty space so nothing can move. Put fragile boxes on top of heavy ones, and label them "Fragile." If you would rather not do it yourself, we can pack these items for you.
What is the best way to label moving boxes?
Write the room name and a short list of what is inside on the side of the box, not the top. Put a number on every box so you can check that all of them arrived. We label every box clearly by room.
Can you pack an office or a small business?
Yes. DMV Setup Squad packs desks, files, supplies and equipment for offices and small businesses. We label boxes by desk or room so setup at the new place is quick.
Do you bring packing supplies?
Yes, DMV Setup Squad brings packing supplies. Tell us the size of the job in your free quote request, and we will plan what to bring.
Moving help
Can I hire help for just loading and unloading?
Yes. DMV Setup Squad helps with loading, carrying and unloading with the truck or van you hire. You do not need to book a full move if you only need extra hands.
Can you carry heavy furniture up and down stairs?
Yes. Heavy items up and down stairs are part of what we do. Lifting as a team is safer for your furniture, your walls and for us. Tell DMV Setup Squad about stairs, narrow halls or elevators when you ask for a quote.
How far ahead should I book movers?
As early as you can, especially for weekends and the end of the month, which are usually busy. Last minute? Call DMV Setup Squad and we will tell you honestly if we can fit you in.
Do you help with office moves?
Yes. DMV Setup Squad helps move desks, chairs, files and equipment, and places furniture where you need it. Early-morning and evening times are available, so your team loses less time.
What should I do before moving day?
Pack most things in advance, keep a small box of things you need on day one (phone chargers, tools, toilet paper), and ask your building if you must reserve the elevator or a parking spot. Tell us about any tricky spots so we can plan.
TV mounting
Can you mount my TV on the wall?
Yes. DMV Setup Squad mounts TVs of all sizes on the wall, level and ready to watch. We bring the tools and hardware. Tell us your TV size and wall type when you ask for a free quote.
Can a TV be mounted on a brick, concrete or drywall wall?
Yes, but each wall type needs the right anchors. Drywall needs the TV mount fixed into the wall studs or with heavy-duty anchors made for that weight. Brick and concrete need masonry anchors. Tell us your wall type when you ask for a quote, so the right hardware is planned.
What height should I mount my TV?
A good rule is that the middle of the screen is at eye level when you are sitting. That is often lower than people expect. For a bedroom or a high wall, we can talk about tilting the TV down a little.
Can you hide the cables?
Where possible, yes. DMV Setup Squad can manage cables so they look neat. Moving a power outlet or adding new wiring is electrician work, not TV mounting.
Can you mount TVs or screens in an office or lobby?
Yes. DMV Setup Squad mounts lobby and meeting-room TVs and screens for presentations. Tell us how many screens and what kind of walls you have when you ask for a quote.
Furniture assembly
Can you assemble furniture from IKEA, Amazon or Wayfair?
Yes. DMV Setup Squad assembles flat-pack furniture from any store: beds, dressers, desks and shelves. Working as a team builds large pieces faster and safer than one person.
Should I keep the boxes and screws until the furniture is built?
Yes. Keep all parts and screws, and do not throw away the box until you check that nothing is missing. If a part is missing, you can contact the store with the box and model number. We can take away old boxes and packaging after the job.
Why should tall furniture be fixed to the wall?
Dressers, bookcases and tall shelves can tip over, especially if children are in the home. Fixing them to the wall with the right anchors is a simple way to make them safer. Ask us to do this when we assemble.
Can you assemble desks and chairs for my office?
Yes. DMV Setup Squad assembles desks, workstations, chairs, shelves, cabinets, storage units and meeting tables. We can also rearrange an office you already have.
Can you take apart and rebuild furniture for a move?
Yes. DMV Setup Squad takes furniture apart for the move and builds it again at the new place, so large pieces fit through doors and hallways.
Business and event setup
Do you help with trade-show booths?
Yes. DMV Setup Squad carries booth materials to your space, sets up the booth, displays and furniture, places or mounts screens and TVs, and helps with take-down, packing and loading after the show.
Can you set up tables, chairs and decor for an event?
Yes. DMV Setup Squad sets up tables, chairs and decor to your plan, puts up TVs and screens for presentations, and takes everything down and cleans up after the event.
Who will I talk to for a business or event job?
You talk to one of us from the first call until the job is done. DMV Setup Squad is a small team of friends, so there are no call centers and no runaround.
Have a different question? Call or text (202) 505-3133, or ask for a free quote.
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