Commercial Moving in Manhattan Tips

Commercial Moving in Manhattan can be a complex task for businesses. However, it does not have to be. From hiring a seasoned office relocation company, such as Sher-Del Transfer, to planning your move month in advance, there are plenty of ways to make it easier. We have some quick tips to make your next corporate move to Manhattan simple and easy.

  1. Check for Permits and Parking

As New Yorkers know, Manhattan streets are often incredibly congested, with very few places to park. In order to secure parking for a commercial moving vehicle, be sure to check your street’s loading zone rules. In addition, moving permits will be necessary as New York City guidelines require them.

Investigate specific permits for certain commercial trucks you plan to use and zoning rules for your office’s neighborhood. Failure to do so could result in unnecessary fines and potential delays for your relocation.

  1. Confirm Building Access & Certificates of Insurance (COIs)

Most Manhattan offices have strict hours for businesses to move in and out of their location. Confirm with your building supervisor about their relocation times so you don’t run afoul of your current location’s guidelines. Otherwise, you risk moving your office during the wrong hours and risk potential issues from building management.

Manhattan’s commercial spaces usually require reservations for freight elevators well in advance. Without usage of these elevators, your commercial move will be incredibly more difficult. Understanding their schedule is one of the key details to successfully relocating your location. With the reserved time, a commercial mover can properly use freight elevators for your relocation.

  1. Move Off-Peak to Save Time & Money

Manhattan crowds can make commercial moving very difficult, as workers attempt to navigate them and safely carry your equipment. Depending on the time of the year, you may even have to factor in increased traffic due to tourism. Consider moving during off-peak times to make your relocation easier. Less crowd to move around means less time that your move will take.

  1. Protect Sensitive Equipment from Summer or Winter Extremes

While we all enjoy sunny days and clear skies, this type of weather is not always guaranteed, especially in Manhattan. Depending on the time of year, there may be extreme cold or heat. Rain, winds, and other weather events could also possibly occur on the day of your relocation.

These climate conditions could damage your equipment and force you to spend extra money on new models. Instead of leaving it to chance, make sure to account for the weather and properly safeguard your property. Any technology which can be harmed by water should be placed in waterproof containers. Any easily breakable equipment should be carefully wrapped in protective materials that safeguard them from fall damage. Make sure that you have the necessary items to protect your equipment during your move.

  1. Organize & Label by Department

The size and scope of your organization will depend on your office space. However, you should organize and label your items regardless of how big your company is. A commercial move should also make getting back to work easy for staff members. However, that can’t happen if they’re busy trying to find their stuff. Organize and label your equipment by department so that your employees can easily unpack their items. Otherwise, you risk interrupting your business with unnecessary unpacking.

There is a lot more that goes into moving a company from point A to point B. That’s why it’s important to hire a commercial moving partner. Sher-Del Transfer is well equipped to assist with any relocation needs and can properly plan your move. Find out more by contacting us.

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