Question 1

How far in advance should I plan an office move?

Accepted Answer

For a typical small to medium office, start 8 to 12 weeks ahead. Larger or more complex moves, especially those with a lot of IT or specialist equipment, need longer.

Question 2

How do I minimise downtime during an office move?

Accepted Answer

Plan the IT move early with your provider, move over a weekend or quieter period where you can, label everything to a floor plan, and test systems before staff return.

Question 3

What should be on an office move checklist?

Accepted Answer

A survey and quote, a new floor plan, a furniture and equipment audit, an IT and telecoms plan, staff communication, address updates, storage, access and parking, and a clear move-day plan.

Question 4

Do we need storage for an office move?

Accepted Answer

Often, yes. Commercial storage helps if your new space is not ready, you are downsizing, or you are phasing the move, giving you somewhere safe to stage furniture and equipment.

Question 5

Can Move It move IT and office furniture?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our business relocation service handles office furniture dismantling and reassembly, IT equipment and workplace assets, and positions everything in your new space.

Office Move Planning Checklist: A Week-by-Week Guide for Essex Businesses