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February 08, 2018

Office Moving in Wichita Falls: Expectations vs. Reality

Office MovingIf you're planning to move your offices to a different place in Wichita Falls in 2018, have you considered the reality of what it is going to entail? Some people who have not moved before (or at least for a long time) may not think about how much is involved. Sometimes expectations differ from reality when it comes to time and costs.

So, what kind of realities could you really encounter with an office move in Wichita Falls? Let us ponder at what you probably expect and what you'll really experience.

Expectation: You Can Move in a Short Amount of Time

Just because you have a relatively small company, you may believe you can coordinate an office moving schedule within a a few days. In actuality, you're going to need at least two months to orgainze your office move. With a large number of different tasks to ponder and execute, you will end up being overwhelmed if you procrastinate up to a week before moving day.

Begin thinking about what you'll have to organize, and keep up your schedule to the day of your move. Plans usually change between when you start your task list eight weeks earlier to the morning before the move takes place.

Expectation: Hiring a Cheap Company to Move Your Office

The old notion you get what you pay for is more times than not more than true. Your expectation is maybe one where you think you can contract a cheap mover and still get great service. The reality is, this is not frequently true.

Some moving companies like this do not have well-trained crews, meaning likely furniture damage. You are going to want to vet the best moving companies to assure you are getting the best service.

Referrals are good to read, and you can gather quickly online. 

Expectation: Not Requiring Storage

Maybe you believe you can move every item at once. In most cases, it could involve going back and forth several times.

When you possess additional items that require moving, storage might become necessary. A mover should provide you offsite storage for anything requiring storing before the move completes. This could involve files you need to keep separate from your office equipment.

Moving all your files along with your furniture might mean your confidential files are breeched in all the disorder. Do not automatically assume the little items are going to stay completely organized during an office move in Wichita Falls without additional precautions.

Expectation: You Can Relocate Your IT Equipment on Your Own

A lot of companies try to cut cost by relocating all their IT equipment alone. Doing so is not very reasonable when it includes bulkier items. Not only can moving bulky items on your own cause injury if your employees don't understand how to lift properly, but it could also cause damage to expensive equipment you can’t function without. You should consider hiring a professional moving company to move your IT items, including setup. The same goes for other bulky work equipment that requires expert lifting and packing.

Here at A-1 Freeman Moving Group, we can provide any of the above services in Wichita Falls, as well as office moving expertise at a competitive price.  Click here to get started on a quote today!

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