7 Factors to Consider When Choosing an Office Moving Company

Switching office locations can be incredibly stressful, especially if you choose the wrong office moving company. That’s why you need to be keen on the moving company you settle for when switching offices. You could waste a lot of time and money on the wrong moving company and even end up with damaged equipment.

A simple Google search exposes you to hundreds, if not thousands, of moving companies. The worst mistake you could do is picking the first moving company you see on your search results. Of the entire batch of local moving companies, only a handful can give you the services you require at a reasonable price. 

In this piece, we’ll be looking at a couple of factors you should keep in mind before selecting a moving company for your office furniture and equipment.

1. Insurance Coverage 

A moving company with insurance protects you from liability in case of any mishap. Should anything happen during the moving process, the insurance company will take care of it. That means you don’t have to worry about any accidents along the way that may damage your property.

You also won’t have to foot the bill in case of any injuries during the moving process. With insurance coverage, the insurance provider will cover all medical expenses. All you have to do is pay the service fee, and you’re good to go.

Make a point of asking for the moving company’s insurance information before hiring. Also, confirm with the insurance company to confirm whether the insurance cover is legitimate and not expired.

2. Reputation

Only put your luggage and equipment in the hands of a reputable company. Start by visiting the company’s website and see whether you can find any reviews or testimonials.

Most reputable moving companies have their own website, where you can get more information about the company. This includes the company’s history, work ethic, contact information, and such like. The reviews and testimonials give you an idea of the company you’re working with. 

However, be careful with reviews because some companies write their own reviews. Instead, look for testimonials, which are first-hand accounts of clients’ experience with the company. You’ll likely get a better picture of the company’s services from reading testimonials.

3. Personal Recommendations

Reviews and testimonials aside, you can never go wrong with recommendations from your family and friends. Business partners could also give you great recommendations for companies to move your office equipment.

It’s better to deal with a company that your friends or family have dealt with before. At least they can tell you about their experience with the company. That way, you can know what to expect from the moving company and whether they’re a good fit for you.

4. The Price

Naturally, you’d want an inexpensive company that can move your stuff to another location without having to break the bank. While that’s perfectly understandable, you need to think twice when the deal is too good.

That’s because you may actually end up getting what you pay for. That said, be extra careful with companies that charge unreasonably low prices for moving your stuff. Settle for a company with reasonable pricing; not too low and not too steep.

Most moving companies base their rate on how many hours they’ll work and the number of movers they use. Some, however, charge as per how many meters they move your office equipment. Avoid such companies if you’re switching offices to a distant location.

Always be on the lookout for the pocket-friendliest price. However, be cautious when the price seems too low. You may be dealing with an illegitimate company.

5. The Company’s Experience

One thing you should never overlook when picking an office moving company is the company’s experience. Not to say that a more recent company will be subpar. However, you’re better off leaving your moving needs in the hands of an experienced company.

Experience in this sense doesn’t mean how many years the company has been in operation. Instead, it means how many clients the company has served before and also its commercial moving experience. Maybe you can also consider the volume of goods moved and the distance of the move.

You’re better off with a company that understands the ins and outs of moving office equipment and has made both long and short moves. Settling on such a company won’t seem too much like a risk, but more like a prudent decision.

6. The First Impression

The first impression you get from a moving company speaks volumes about how they conduct business. Take note of their professionalism and how they handle their clients. Is the customer service reliable, or is it always unavailable?

The best way you can know a moving company is by asking a bunch of questions relating to the moving process. If you get clear, concise answers, then you’re in the right hands. Don’t ignore your intuition, especially when some things don’t seem right.

7. Services Offered

A reputable company should offer a host of services except just office moving. It should also have a bit of experience with home moving, and maybe other services. To be sure you are in the right hands, make sure the company also has:-

• Inventory management
• Packing and storage
• Re-assembly and installation
• Contingency action

These are just a few of the services that any moving company worth its name should have. With such services, you can be sure of a safe office move from your current location to the new one.

Move With the Right Office Moving Company

You should never compromise on the office moving company you settle for. You may end up wasting a lot of time and money and get nothing in return. However, if you keep the above factors in mind,  finding a proper office moving company will be a breeze.

The right moving company is just a click away. For professional and expedient office moving services, request a quote today, and we’ll see to it.