There is a great variety in the quality of office moving companies on the market. With a low barrier to entry and little regulation for its workers, moving companies have come under fire for less than stellar performance.

But that doesn’t have to be the case. Performing your due diligence when comparing office moving companies and collecting quotes allows you to fill confident in your selection and partner with an office moving company that cares about your needs and guarantees professional and positive experience.

If you research what the market offers, you might get exactly what you need from your office moving service and possibly end up with considerable savings. So, if you are wondering how to compare office moving quotes effectively, there are three essential aspects:

1. Free vs. Obligation

   Some companies will offer you a quote based on the pre-estimated weight (or volume: see #2) of your belongings. In other words: a good company will give you a non-obligation (free) quote for moving services.

   And, then there are those which offer binding estimates. This means the price you pay is fixed. However, this type of quote is different than the ‘not-to-exceed’ alternative. So, when you contact an office moving company, make sure you ask specifically about the type of quote you receive and take notes, so you won’t forget important details.

   But all this naturally raises the question: What are those office moving quotes based on?

2. Weight And Volume

   Naturally, the more space your belongings occupy (or for other companies, the more they weight), the higher your final price for the move will be. Volume plays a decisive role in your end price. Most Canadian office moving companies (including us), charge per hour and per mover.

   For too much luggage and furniture, the commercial moving company can send more people and a bigger truck (or two, or three). Sometimes, hiring more people can save a lot of time, so it’s quite relevant to spare a thought about that. In any case, it’s best if you get rid of some things you don’t need anymore before you relocate your business.

3. Additional Services

   In most cases of a “straightforward” move, there is no need for you to consider charges for additional office moving services. Especially when you don’t have any delicate items that usually require special handling.

   But, then there are times when you need to move some special equipment and things get a little bit more complicated, and you might need to request an additional moving service for extra insurance.

So there you have it!

Comparing office moving quotes is quite easy, all it takes is just a little asking and poking around. As a professional office moving company we strive to be transparent when it comes to pricing, so you can count on us to answer any questions or concerns you may have.

For more on our commercial moving services, call us on (647) 497-7747 or fill out our Contact Form for a free consultation.