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Moving Businesses – Five Hints for Hiring the Right Commercial Moving Company
Most people who think of moving their home think the process is incredibly stressful. When moving your company to a new location, the stress is compounded by the thought of the revenue that can be lost while your business is being moved. The possibility of damage to expensive equipment and loss of files both give business owners a headache when contemplating a move. However, sometimes moving businesses cannot be avoided. Your company may be outgrowing the current space or need to move for financial reasons. It can be overwhelming to try and find a reputable company to help you move your business. Here are some hints to make it easier.
Hint #1: Check and see if the moving company you are considering has a good reputation with the Better Business Bureau and its past clients. Ask if you have a reference to call up of a business relocation client.
Hint #2: See if the company gives you a quote over the phone or at your site. Site estimates enable movers to give you a very accurate estimate for moving businesses. Some moving businesses will quote you a remarkably low cost on the phone, but during the moving process, they add fees and extra charges that can wreak havoc on your budget.
Hint #3: Are the movers trained to pack the fragile items you have as a part of your business? Most businesses have office furniture, cubicles or partitions, and electronic equipment, as well as small office equipment, files, and storage furniture. Movers and packers should have the tools and knowledge to disassemble and reassemble large office furniture and partitions to move them effectively. They should also be trained and experience in the special care needs of electronics, specialized equipment, and fine art.
Hint #4: Find out if the moving personnel will stay with you on site from the start of packing at your current location all the way through the unpacking process at the new place of business.
Hint #5: Ask about how the company applies systems in moving businesses. Color coded packing systems make the unpacking process smoother and quicker, saving you time and money. It also helps ensure that items are not lost into other departments.
In addition to these five hints, you want to deal with people who are responsive, respectful, and professional. Give the company a call and see if you get to speak to a real person. The personal touch is often overlooked in today’s world. Make sure your voice is heard when you are moving your business.
