Commercial/Business Moving Tips - Bester Bros. Transfer and Storage Company - A Family Tradition in Moving and Storage Since 1917

Here are some tips to keep in mind when moving an office:

	Standard file cabinets can generally be moved with the contents intact.
	Storage cabinets, lateral files, bookshelves and bookcase contents should be packed in moving cartons.
	Contents of libraries, file rooms and storage areas are sometimes best moved on book carts to save time and packing materials.
	All loose items should be packed up prior to move. It is generally the responsibility of each staff person to pack up and label his or her own work area or desk.
	Bester Brothers will provide the packing materials, labels and instructions necessary for a successful move.
	Preparation of desks: Desk top paper and items should be removed from desks and placed in moving cartons. Keep in mind that desks are likely to be turned on end to fit through doorways, etc. Items should be removed from desks prior to the move and packed in cartons. It is helpful to use some small envelopes for pencils, paper clips and other small items. Glass desk tops should be marked separately and left on the desk.
	Label large framed pictures and maps and leave on the wall. Take down small pictures and unframed posters and pack in boxes.
	Computers and other electrical equipment should be disconnected. The cords should be coiled fastened with rubber bands and labeled.
	Plants and other personal items should be moved by their owner. Large potted plants can be moved by the mover at the owner's risk.
	All items to be moved should be labeled.
	To minimize the cost of the move, the exact location of every item of furniture should be established in advance and indicated on a floor plan.
	For equipment (copiers, etc.) or other equipment that requires special handling or pre-move preparation, make arrangements with the vendor's technician/rep in advance of the move date.
	Do not pack boxes too full or over-flowing. Use an extra box instead.
	Seal tops of boxes with tape. Please do not inter-fold the flaps.
	Please place labels on the ends of box only.
	If a piece comes apart, mark each piece or section.