Commercial Moving for New York City Tips

Commercial moves in New York City are a constant logistical nightmare for local businesses. However, parking and building permits remain among some of the most difficult aspects of office moving for them. In general, it is advised to let an experienced commercial moving company handle these details. Sher-Del Transfer has had to manage New York’s in-depth parking and building regulations for decades. Here are a few tips that we’ve learned.

Apply for Moving Truck Permits

Standard trucks often require “No Parking” permits for commercial moving projects. However, the exact type of necessary authorization depends on the type of vehicle and NYC boroughs they’ll be used in. For example, NYC’s department of transportation has recently begun cracking down on larger trucks crossing bridges in Queens and Brooklyn, which come impact an office relocation and lead to unnecessary penalties. In contrast, Manhattan is very strict about allotted hours for standing commercial vehicles and where they’re able to park. Meanwhile, Queens and Brooklyn tend to be more flexible about these matters.

Make sure to apply for moving truck permits to understand the moving truck regulations for your office’s new and current location. They protect you from fines and other legal actions for your move and detail how a moving truck should operate in the area.

Certificate of Insurance

Most buildings in New York City require entities, such as independent movers or businesses, to have a certificate of insurance for the relocation. This protects themselves from liability if the property is damaged during the move. Typically, this certificate should include general liability, automobile liability, and workers’ compensation, among many other details.

Without these documents, movers and relocating businesses may be denied access to the building. This could lead to delays from building management such as rescheduling or denied access to certain parts of the building. Furthermore, a business could be financially held responsible for any damage.

Make sure that any commercial moving company you hire does have the necessary insurance to complete the job.

Freight Elevator Reservations and Loading Dock Clearance

Freight elevators are very convenient yet limited for commercial tenants. In order to make sure everyone has fair access to them, building managers usually require reservations days or weeks in advance. This makes it easier for specific tenants to move their items in and out of space. In addition, freight elevators usually require an operator on staff who can advise how to properly use it. Multiple parties attempting to use a freight elevator makes it difficult for everyone and could lead to accidents.

Loading docks also share the same fate and require advanced reservations. With limited space, buildings need to maximize the area as much as possible. Your local building manager will be the best person to coordinate a space reservation with. Depending on the loading dock, they may have certain requirements for truck size, available times, and street access. Make sure to check all of these details as you’re reserving a spot.

With Sher-Del Transfer, you do not have to worry about these issues and the others we haven’t even mentioned. As experienced movers, we are more than capable of managing these details effectively while you focus on your business. Please request a quote today.

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Commercial Movers in Manhattan Could be Busy Soon

As experienced commercial movers in Manhattan like Sher-Del Transfer know, office relocation rates within the borough can vary. According to new reports, we could see a wave of new Manhattan-based commercial leases soon. Data from Colliers, office lease deals in Manhattan increased by 20% in August, compared to July. In a May CBRE survey, 72% of the 184 companies who responded stated they have achieved their office attendance marks.

Why This is Happening

With this data, it’s safe to infer that additional commercial leasing projects will be coming to Manhattan. This is largely due to the recent return to office movement, which has continued to gain momentum as the country continues to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic. Manhattan and the New York City area are not the only places seeing this trend. NBC Universal, Ford, and many other businesses have announced four-day minimum in office days for their employees, on a national level.  The D.C. metro office specifically appears to be seeing a boom as well.

Why You Should Hire a Third-Party Mover

With the amount of corporate office leases likely to be signed, businesses need commercial movers in Manhattan with experience in the borough. Regardless of where a business is relocating to in New York City, it is generally better for an outside vendor to manage the move. A third-party mover, such as Sher-Del Transfer, understands the vast majority of building guidelines within Manhattan. We also understand how to perfectly time your move in order to get your space set up and not disrupt your business. As most people who have visited Manhattan know, the area is always incredibly busy and packed with traffic. Sher-Del Transfer has spent decades navigating this issue for thousands of businesses. With new offices coming to Manhattan soon, we know how to transfer them smoothly.

Please reach out for a quote today.

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Commercial Movers in Manhattan Tips: Organizing Equipment

As commercial movers in Manhattan, among other boroughs in New York City, Sher-Del Transfer has in-depth experience in planning office relocations. Organization of equipment has always remained one of the common pitfalls for relocating companies. Luckily, there are many proven practices for systematizing your office materials to streamline the move. Here are just a few of them.

  1. Create an Inventory list

During an office move, it is very easy to lose track of furniture, documents, and other important items. In order to avoid this mistake, create a detailed inventory list using spreadsheets and other digital tools. Categorize your property based on department, function, and size as well. This will give you a detailed overview of everything that needs to be moved and where each item should be within your new office space.

  1. Enforce a Label and Tagging System

Depending on how many items you have, it can be difficult to organize your inventory even with a database. To minimize this problem, create a labeling and tagging system based on your inventory list. Color-coded tags, associated with a specific department or room, are typically the easiest way to accomplish this task. Barcodes and QR systems can be useful as well for larger projects.

  1. Secure your Technology

One of the biggest problems that commercial movers in Manhattan, among other NYC areas, see are a lack of proper care for technology during office relocations. IT equipment can easily be damaged by one wrong move, costing your business thousands of dollars. Furthermore, improper disassembling of computer equipment, servers, and other items can cause significant delays in your relocation. Businesses can remedy this problem by hiring professionals to break down their equipment and getting specialty containers to keep their technology safe.

Of course, these are only a few considerations for organization during an office move. That’s why it’s important to hire a moving partner. As experienced commercial movers in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and other busy New York areas, Sher-Del Transfer can help.

Please reach out to request a quote today.

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