Office move planning: as soon as your date is confirmed
- Appoint a move coordinator: one main contact for your office relocation
- Confirm building access: check lease dates, parking, loading bays, lifts and out-of-hours access
- Request a removal quote: agree the vehicles, crew, packing requirements and moving schedule
- Check contractor requirements: arrange any necessary risk assessments, method statements and insurance documents
- Plan office clearances: sell, donate or dispose of unwanted furniture and equipment. We offer commercial clearance under waste carrier registration CBDU13412
- Schedule furniture deliveries: arrange new furniture to arrive after your move wherever possible
Preparing for your office relocation
- Plan your new office layout: number and label desks, chairs, furniture and equipment
- Coordinate IT relocation: arrange disconnection and reconnection of computers, servers, phones and printers with your IT provider
- Confirm access arrangements: reserve lifts, loading bays and any necessary parking suspensions
- Update your business address: notify customers and suppliers and arrange mail redirection
- Arrange temporary office storage: if your new premises aren't ready, we offer business furniture storage in Chester and Rhayader, subject to availability
Office move checklist: the week before
- Prepare packing materials: arrange boxes and labels for staff to pack desks and personal belongings
- Organise files and archives: label and number boxes for easy unpacking
- Clear shared spaces: empty fridges, cupboards and meeting rooms
- Prepare IT equipment: photograph connections before your IT provider disconnects equipment
- Confirm payment arrangements: payment is due on or before moving day, unless alternative terms have been agreed in advance
Office moving day checklist
- Pack IT equipment: securely pack and label computers, monitors, phones and cables according to the agreed plan
- Coordinate with IT specialists: arrange the safe relocation of servers and network equipment with your IT provider
- Move office furniture: desks, chairs and cabinets are transported and reassembled where included in your removal quote
- Have a designated contact: make sure someone is available at both premises to coordinate the move and sign paperwork
- Complete a final inspection: check every room before handing back the keys
The first working day after your office move
With clearly labelled desks, furniture and equipment positioned according to your office floor plan, your team can settle into their new workspace quickly, keeping business disruption to a minimum.
Flexible office removals to suit your business
We understand the importance of minimising disruption during an office relocation or commercial move. Our team works with you to plan a suitable moving schedule around your business requirements, with flexible arrangements considered subject to availability.
All agreed services and costs are clearly set out in your removal quote. Learn more about our office and commercial removals services.