School or university relocations can be complex, with many details and logistics to manage. Experienced commercial movers smooth the process by bringing the training, equipment and strategies needed to maximize safety and efficiency. They’ll label, pack, transport and organize items on a schedule that fits your needs, whether you’re moving to a different part of the same building or transitioning to an entirely new facility.
Benefits of Hiring School Movers
Hiring professional school and university movers offers the following advantages.
- Planning and logistics expertise: Professional movers specialize in complex relocations. They can plan the entire process, from inventory management and route optimization to unpacking and reassembly.
- Specialized equipment and techniques: Moving companies have the necessary equipment to handle large, heavy and delicate items common in educational institutions. They can manage specialized furniture, library shelves and laboratory equipment. Professionals also use the proper packing techniques and materials to facilitate safe transport and prevent damage.
- Speed: Efficient scheduling saves valuable time. Movers can execute your relocation much faster than an in-house team, helping you settle everything on tight deadlines between semesters or school years.
- Effective solutions: An experienced moving team can anticipate potential challenges and quickly solve problems that arise.
- Item insurance: A moving company typically offers insurance coverage to protect you from in-transit loss or damage.
- Safety: Professional movers have the training and equipment to move large, heavy items without hurting themselves or damaging property.
- Long-term cost effectiveness: Hiring a moving company is more cost-effective than renting specialized equipment and paying overtime to in-house staff. It also minimizes the costs associated with potential damage and lost property, protecting your institution financially.
Tips for Choosing a School Moving Company
Working with expert moving professionals facilitates a smooth process. Here are the top tips for choosing a reputable university or school moving company.
Look for Commercial or Institutional Moving Experience
Prioritize moving companies that specialize in large-scale institutional or commercial moves. Schools and universities present logistical complexities that a commercial moving company can easily handle, such as:
- Handling specialized equipment such as science lab equipment and IT infrastructure
- Coordinating with various departments
- Managing extensive inventories
- Adhering to strict timelines that align with academic calendars
Most school or university moves must occur during breaks or holidays when classes are not in session to minimize learning disruptions.
Request Detailed Written Quotes
Trustworthy moving companies will arrange to complete a thorough walk-through and assessment before providing a quote. You should receive a detailed cost breakdown and a comprehensive on-site survey that covers the following elements:
- All items to move, such as furniture, equipment and archived materials
- Building regulations and access points
- Specific handling requirements
- All services and associated costs
- A clear timeline to prevent unexpected delays
Verify Licensing, Insurance and Bonding
Always verify a company’s licensure, insurance and security bond before signing a contract. Working with a licensed, fully insured company protects your institution from liability if damage, accidents or loss occur during the move. A security bond protects your school or university from financial loss if movers cannot uphold their contractual duties.
Request proof of insurance certificates, and check credentials with regulatory bodies to ensure a company has the proper safeguards in place. A reputable company should readily provide this documentation to prove their qualifications and give you peace of mind.
Read Reviews
Reviews and testimonials reflect a company’s quality of work. You can find online reviews or request references from previous institutional clients to gauge a company’s qualities in the following areas:
- Professionalism
- Efficiency
- Communication
- Ability to deliver expected results on time
Read customer reviews on independent online platforms to evaluate a company’s client satisfaction.
Inquire About Project Management Processes and Procedures
Streamlined logistics and project management are essential for a smooth institutional move. Before hiring a company, talk to the dedicated project manager or single point of contact who oversees projects. Ask them how they will coordinate schedules, manage logistics and communicate with your institution throughout the process. Reputable companies prioritize open communication, regularly keeping you updated until they complete the move. They ensure all stakeholders remain informed so the project stays on schedule.
Understand the Scope of a Company’s Packing and Unpacking Services
Moving companies offer different levels of packing and unpacking services. Some are full-service, packing, handling and transporting thousands of items. Other companies exclusively transport bulky items but do not take care of packing, dissassembly and reassembly. Clarify which specific tasks the moving company will handle so you can prepare accordingly before the day of the move.
A thorough company provides packing materials and labels and inventories your items for you. Properly labeling ensures your furniture, equipment and supplies end up where they should be, minimizing lost or misplaced items and facilitating an efficient post-move setup.
Corrigan Logistics’ Streamlined Moving Process
Corrigan Logistics provides school and university moving services to help your institution relocate efficiently. We use the following steps to transport your equipment, furniture and small items to their new location in time for the next semester or school year to start.
Assessment
One of our relocation professionals will visit your facility to assess the project’s size and scope and gather vital details about the items you need to move, noting the location of all items and whether they require disassembly and reassembly. They’ll protect your belongings by identifying which require special care and handling.
During an assessment, our team gauges any additional needs your project may have and determines what types of packing supplies we will need. Once we understand the project’s full details, we provide a transparent cost estimate.
Move-Out Phase
Our team secures floors, walls and door jambs to protect your building during the initial move-out phase. We label everything you need us to move before packing everything and loading it on our truck. Our team also disassembles equipment and furniture if necessary, carefully securing it for safe transport. You can trust our white-glove team to handle your assets, treating them as carefully as you do.
Move-In Phase
Upon arrival at your new building, we again protect all walls and floors to prevent damage in traveled areas. Next, we’ll deliver items to their designated spaces and reassemble furniture and equipment. We also reconnect technology, such as computer systems and monitors.
After completing delivery, reassembly and reconnection, we conduct a final walk-through, which is your opportunity to ensure all work meets your needs and expectations.
Trust Corrigan Logistics With Your School or University’s Move
You can move your institution quickly and safely with experienced support. Corrigan Logistics provides efficient commercial moving services, helping you relocate in time for students’ return. Contact us to learn more about our services or receive a moving quote.
