fbpx
Close

May 29, 2020

Office Moving in the Age of COVID

OMX blog cover

The winds have changed on how the world will conduct business, and it’s no different in the commercial moving industry. Businesses will need to relocate as lease terms end, meaning office moving remains an essential need during the age of COVID. Commercial moving companies, like most other industries, have implemented new practices to ensure the safety of movers and clients.For business owners trying to decide if relocating their office is the right choice, here are five simple reasons to move your business to a new location.

 

Virtual Walkthroughs

At the start of the moving process, office movers typically require an on-site walkthrough to determine specific needs, identify building specific challenges, and other factors that go into creating a move proposal. In some cases, walkthroughs can be conducted virtually using mobile devices and virtual meeting software. In some smaller office moves, photos will suffice. Ask your moving company if there are virtual or electronic methods to conduct in-person walkthroughs.

 

Ask Movers To Pack Belongings

If your team is working remotely, ask your moving company to pack your offices to avoid bringing your teams back in the office. If employees prefer to pack their own items, consider creating multiple shifts to limit the number of people in the office at one time. Also consider using one-time use boxes rather than reusable plastic crates to avoid unnecessary cross-contamination. Cardboard boxes also allow employees to keep their items in boxes as long as needed rather than having to unpack crates immediate in order to return them to the moving company and avoid undue rental fees.

 

Require PPE

On moving day, movers and any on-site staff should wear face masks and gloves throughout the entire process. Movers should maintain social distancing throughout the move, which may mean fewer people in freight elevators at a time. In smaller moves, your office mover may assign a smaller move team to make social distancing easier to maintain. Sanitization measures should also be taken to sanitize any equipment and furniture handled by the move team. Ask your office mover if they temperature check all movers on moving day to ensure no one running a fever or visible signs of illness are allowed on the job site.

 

Consider Building Specific Requirements

Communicate any building specific safety protocols required by your landlord with your business mover prior to moving day. These requirements may demand extra time or additional resources from your office mover and therefore should be factored into the timeline of your move.

 

Overall, the moving industry has changed and has created additional procedures that will be with us for a long time to come. But’s it a wonderful opportunity to care even further for our client’s and employee’s safety. Take protocols seriously to ensure no further COVID-19 spread, and to make the moving processes the best yet, even during a pandemic.

 


Customer Reviews

Office Movers Express

Customer Reviews

Jailyn D. January 2023

Smith Dawson & Andrews
"The team you sent did an excellent job! I can't sing their praises enough. They were kind, professional and super efficient. We will definitely be using your services again!"

Connie C. January 2023

Federal Title & Escrow Company
"I'd like to take this opportunity to commend your team. They were very professional and responsive, and I was duly impressed. Whenever we asked them to prioritize or adapt something, they would so right away. It was a lot of moving parts and they juggled them quite effectively. As someone who's spent more than a decade in customer service, I recognize good people when I see them!"

Myrna Y. November 2022

NCRP
"I was very impressed with our walkthrough experience with Tim and was sold on using OMX. Our move went great without any issues at all!"

Joseph I. October 2022

ICR, Rudiger & Green
"The OMX team was absolutely professional. They took great care to make sure everything was moved quickly and without damage. I cannot compliment them highly enough!"

Melinda W. October 2022

Blue Origin
"I can highly recommend the team at Office Movers Express! They did a great job. They were careful and courteous, asking where we needed things placed and moving things around to ensure we were happy. It was a great crew!"

Lori S. September 2022

MSA Interiors LLC
"I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the OMX crew. They are always on time, dressed professionally and do whatever it takes to get the job done. An absolute joy to work with."

Trinna S. September 2022

Stinson LLP
"Mary Anne and the OMX team's customer service are top notch! They were very professional and courteous. I'll be reaching out on our next move."

Kristen E. September 2022

Property Management Account Services
"Tim and his team went above and beyond to help move furniture and assist with office layout configurations when we ran into the unexpected. It was a super long day and OMX was very professional and helpful."

Diana H. August 2022

Freedom Home Care
"Thank you for taking care of our relocation. It was the best moving experience I've ever had. Hakeem and the team did a great job."

Ashley V. August 2022

Valneva
"The movers were fast, nice and professional. OMX is super customer oriented and the communication is great."
Read more...