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8 Tips for Safe Moving During COVID

The commercial moving industry, along with the rest of the world, has changed drastically due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. It’s important to update and take safety protocols and procedures seriously so you can move with minimal risks. Here are some helpful tips to ensure you stay safe and healthy during your next move. 

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Request Virtual Quotes

Sign up for a virtual quote to get started with the moving process while avoiding unnecessary in-person contact. You can submit a video survey that allows the move team to plan your move and make an accurate assessment of the cost. All communication can be done without us ever taking a step in your building.

 

Practice CDC Recommended Safety Protcols 

Most of the CDC’s recommended protocols are well known, but it’s still necessary to stress the importance of following them. Make sure all on-site employees are washing their hands frequently, wearing a mask, avoid touching their faces, and staying six feet apart at all times. It’s also a good practice to ask each vendor what their contract tracing/notification policy is if they learn of COVID positive employees.  

 

Schedule During Off Hours

One helpful way to limit interpersonal exposure in your building is to schedule your move during off hours. The fewer people in the building during the move, the lower the odds of someone getting sick. This will also make the moving process easier and more seamless for all parties. 

 

Limit Staff Overseeing The Move

While it’s important to have people oversee the move in-person, it’s best to keep the number of people low; 1-2 company representatives. You can communicate the day-of move via Zoom, Facetime, text, or email.

 

Allow Movers To Pack

With most staff working remotely, it’s more productive and safer to allow your movers to provide packing servicesto packyour offices, common areas, and IT equipment. However, if there are personal items employees need to gather beforehand, organize a schedule for them to come to the office in shifts to maintain social distancing.

 

Storage & Box Usage

Crates are helpful to use when packing and typically rented by your moving company. If you plan to use storage temporarily, ask about sanitation services following the removal and return. However, consider using one-time use boxes if you don’t plan to store, and this way there is no rush to unpacking and avoids any unnecessary cross-contamination.

 

Disinfect Pre and Post-Move

Disinfecting surfaces is a great way to further prevent the spread of unwanted bacteria. The CDC recommends diluted household bleach solutions for the most effective way to scrub away any harmful germs. Make sure to disinfect both before and after the move for optimal safety.

 

Replace Air Filters

It’s typically recommended by building management to replace your new office’s air filters prior to move-in. Install HEPA air filters or UV lights to ensure clean are is circulated where employees will be working.

 

Contact Us

It’s important for you and your team to feel safe, especially during transitions during this time. These moving tips have been helpful to many clients, and you can learn about more services and additional resources to move and return back safely to your office space with Office Movers Express.

 

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Andrew B. November 2023

The Armstrong Company
"It's such a pleasure to work with professionals that go the extra mile to make sure every move is as prefect as it can be. Thank you OMX for your commitment to Excellence!"

Nicole R. November 2023

Arrow Bookkeeping
"They really put our minds at ease and even made our move fun! Tim and his team were knowledgeable, friendly, professional and patient."

Mary S. November 2023

WETA Public Media
"We've been return customers for years because of quality service and a great team. Always careful in handling items, hard-working, proactively asking questions, raising better solutions, following our security protocols and easy to work with. Thank you!"

Daja C. October 2023

Integrated Community Services
"The team at OMX exceeded all of our expectations. It's clear they value their customers and prioritize effective communication. They went above and beyond."

Andrea A. August 2023

WMATA
"I want to thank your team for helping us move the office furniture to the various WMATA locations. The movers did an excellent job and were very professional. They also did a great job taking safety precautions and were very accommodating to the WMATA staff."

Adrian W. August 2023

Burke & Herbert Bank
"Our project went very, very well thanks to the team at OMX. Extending my appreciation to all involved!"

Pennie M. May 2023

Stein Mitchell
"I am so glad I picked you guys as my movers, you were perfect."

Cheryl H. May 2023

US Department of Education
"The OMX crews were properly badged, fully informed as to the scope of work, and were given the necessary equipment and information to do the job in a professional manner. A job well done by all."

Dawn D. May 2023

Dynamic Design Enterprises
"The OMX team assigned to our relocation did an outstanding job. Everything on site was amazing! Tim and Mary Anne were wonderful with communicating clearly about what to expect during our move and answering all of our questions. What a great team of hard working folks at Office Movers Express - we were so impressed."

David T. January 2023

Tobin, O'Conor & Ewing
"Everything was great from start to finish. The moving team was very courteous and we appreciated your responsiveness throughout the whole experience."
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