Office Movers
OFFICE MOVERS
At HuberWilmot Moving & Storage, we’re with you every step of the way. From planning your move to close out and storage options, we’re proud to offer full-service office moving services to companies of all shapes and sizes.
Our goal is to help businesses and industrial offices in moving office equipment, devices, furnishings, machines and more to another place of their choosing for their operation.
We service all over Northern Virginia and it makes no difference what city, town or village your office or plant is in, simply request a free estimate or contact our office at info@hwmoving.com and one of our friendly and knowledgeable staff will reach out to discuss your office moving needs.
OFFICE MOVING PROCESS
- Planning Phase
Once you’ve contacted us, an office moving advocate will be in touch to help you plan and coordinate your office move. We’ll take into consideration your schedule and create a custom plan fit to minimize downtime and decrease interruptions. - Disposal Phase
Ensure you’re shredding important documents safely and securely if you no longer need them. Additionally, HuberWilmot Moving & Storage can help store your sensitive documents and archival needs. - Labeling Phase
A properly labeled box can make all the difference in the world to a moving team. This helps our moving team know which items are to be moved if the item is heavy and requires additional assistance or the proper placement of your items at your new destination. - Electronics Moving Phase
Our certified tech moving crew can safely and securely move any electronic equipment. We’ll ensure cords remain tangle-free and your computers, screens, fax machines and more are properly protected during transportation. - Moving Day Phase
From beginning to end, we’ll help fine-tune your moving process utilizing disassembly and reassembly of your office furniture and equipment. Feel free to ask for help rearranging your office space during moving day. - Post-Office Moving Phase
If you don’t have space in your new office for extra furniture and/or workstations, let us handle your sudden need for storage. Whether it’s short-term or long-term storage, we can accommodate your needs.
HOW MUCH DOES OFFICE MOVING COST
Every company considers moving expenses before ordering office moving services.
It is preferable to get the maximum quality and number of services for minimum prices and HuberWilmot Moving & Storage agrees. We do our best to make an office move as comfortable and well-organized as possible.
Every business, large and small, can expect office moving costs depending on several conditions:
- The volume and weight of the items to be moved
- The distance for a truck to cover
- Type of office move (small business, large industrial plant, medical facilities, etc.)
- Type of insurance preferred
- Providing packing materials
- Ordering any extra services
HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST OFFICE MOVERS
If your company requires office moving and storage solutions, you’ll want to do your fair share of research on choosing an optimal office mover.
Here are several tips to consider on how to prevent mistakes in choosing the right company:
- Research the company, take note of their services and review their reputation. Look at Google or Yelp reviews, how they respond and if they are accredited on BBB.
- Compare estimates among different moving companies.
- Check the licenses and registration. A credible moving company will be able to show you that they are certified to move you, your office and everything in between.
- Look for recommendations from friends, family and coworkers. Typically, friendly recommendations net the best results.
However, if you don’t have time for that, feel free to contact our staff and you will see that our company meets all the requirements above.
PREPARING FOR MY OFFICE MOVE
The first and most important thing for business owners who plan a move is warning the employees and clients about this decision.
If you are going to move a business for the first time and you want to complete this process successfully, look through the following tips on how to get prepared for it:
- Set your moving budget. To avoid overspending, create an achievable budget and take into consideration any extra expenses such as fees for moving out early.
- Review your current property lease. If you’re leaving early, you may want the property inspected prior to the move and after to assess if any damages occurred during the move.
- Pull together a planning team. Designate an internal leader to help plan and manage the move before, during and after moving day.
- Let all internal/external parties know about your move. Create a list of clients, employees and utilities you’re paying for and notify each one about your relocation. Take the time to fix your Google My Business information and post signs on at your old property to let everyone know.
- Create an inventory. Make a list of all furniture and equipment you have and double-check your items before and after the move.
- Create a detailed floor plan. Ensure the detailed floor plan lays out which items should go where and that your advocates have a copy of the plan to help them move quicker and with more efficiency. Consider changing the layout in various places around the new space.
GET MY OFFICE MOVING ESTIMATE!
Our team of moving experts understands that each office move is different, and that’s why we will always go the distance to cover any conditions unique to your relocation.
We’ll do whatever it takes to make sure your moving experience is up to par with your expectations.
We’re committed to professionalism with every local or long-distance office move. Each member of our team is professionally trained, fully licensed, and insured, so you can be sure your business is in safe hands.
For more information on how our moving services can help you right now, fill out our free quote form or contact us at (703) 488-7117 to get your office move underway.
Did you know...?
What is an Inventory?
The driver will generally inventory your shipment as he or she loads it (although it is not required by law). When completed, the inventory provides a detailed, descriptive listing of your household goods, along with the condition of each item when received by the mover.
Be sure that everything listed on the inventory is correct. This is not always the easiest task, as you will find things written on the inventory such as “PBO,” which means “packed by owner.” The contents of this carton cannot be listed, as the driver is simply not able to see inside each box. You will also sometimes find “CP” on a line item in the inventory, which means “carrier packed” container.
You may also notice, in the middle column on your inventory form, a line that has many seemingly random letters and numbers associated with a specific item. This is where a driver uses inventory code to make note of the condition of an item. To understand this code, you can refer to the top of the inventory sheet for a legend that will explain what each code means. For example, SC means scratched; C means chipped; the number 3 refers to the right side of piece; and 8 refers to the top of the piece. This is a simple (and consistent) way for the driver to make note of any irregularities or existing damage.
Remember, this inventory is for you to keep track of what is loaded, and the condition of each item. If damage occurs on a certain piece during the loading process, make a note of the inventory tag number on that item and indicate it in the far-right hand column on the line that corresponds with that piece. This is the document that will be scrutinized when the claims process is initiated, so it is important to have the damage clearly noted.
This inventory should also be used at-destination when your shipment is delivered. Use the inventory to verify the articles that are delivered and, again, note an exception to the condition of any items as they are brought into your home. Point out the damage to the driver.
What often occurs is that a piece of furniture has been in your home for many years and you grow accustomed to looking at it in a certain place and in a certain light. When you bring that same piece into your new home, you may notice damage that may have been there for a long time. The driver will have noted the scratch or chip at your origin residence. If you are not sure if it was existing damage or new damage, ask your driver to explain the condition of the piece as he noted it on the inventory during the loading process. This is the quickest way to distinguish new damage from what was there all along.
Our drivers are incredibly careful about the way they handle your items, and the inventory is their safeguard against potentially fraudulent damage claims. Use this inventory to your advantage in making sure that you are protected, just as the driver uses it to protect himself or herself.
