Resources to help keep your world moving

Moving into a new office space can be exciting, but it can also be an upheaval for your company and its employees. With the right mover to help you plan and prepare, your move can be stress-free! Here are some tips to get you started in the right direction: 1. Hire a qualified and experienced moving company Planning an office relocation soon? First, hire an experienced moving company, like The Armstrong Company, to help you plan your move. With your moving company’s help, you will be able to easily discuss your budget, schedule pre-move meetings for site walkthroughs, and establish the appropriate level of valuation to help reduce risk, downtime, and liability. Perhaps, you’ll need IT to disconnect and reconnect, furniture, fixtures and equipment installation or cleaning services at your new location. No problem! With help from an experienced moving company, no to-do on your list will go unchecked. Movers,...

Common Relocation Terms: The Armstrong Company’s Handy Guide Navigating the world of moving can be difficult. Armstrong wants you to have all the tools you need to relocate with confidence, so we put together this handy list of household goods moving terms to help you. Here are the definitions of commonly used relocation terms and phrases from A to Z! This can help you from running into a surprise when you are scheduling your relocation. Accessorial Charges:   Charges for moving goods other than transportation charges such as packing, unpacking, or crating. Actual Charges: The total cost of a move from start to finish including moving cost, warehouse fees, and final accessorial charges. Agent:  A moving company (e.g., Armstrong) authorized to perform interstate or international moving services on a carrier’s behalf. American Moving and Storage Association (AMSA):  The AMSA is a national organization comprised of moving companies whose mission is...

The key to a long-distance move is creating a thorough plan with a reliable team, as early as possible. Check out The Armstrong Company’s seven helpful tips on what to do to prepare. 1. Find your moving team Whether you’re moving across the state or across the country, having the right team handling your relocation can make a big difference. By choosing Armstrong you will have a dedicated and experienced Move Coordinator assigned who will ensure that you’ve received hands-on assistance throughout your entire move process. From staging your old space and packing your belongings to moving your belongings and organizing your new space, your Move Coordinator will help make sure everything is done. 2. Make a plan Armstrong’s move coordinator will also you help build your move plan, including scheduling an on-site or virtual move survey and planning every detail of your move day. When moving long-distance there are...

Is your family preparing for a big move? If you’re like many families, you’re probably dreading the hassle of accumulating or purchasing boxes, decluttering and sorting through your belongings, packing, deep-cleaning, and the long, continuous list of duties that come with relocating. If you’re not interested in undergoing this process alone, consider partnering with a full-service mover. A company that handles every detail—before, during, and even after the move—enabling you to relax, delegate, and enjoy a stress-free moving experience. Why choose full-service moving? Full-service moving is the perfect way to relocate if you have a family, are overwhelmed by handling a move on your own, require physical help to relocate, or simply want to pick up and move without having to be hands-on. Whether you’re moving from Arlington to Fort Worth or from Dallas to California, full-service movers take extra precautions to prepare your furniture and belongings for the move...

Moving into a new home can be an exciting time for you and your family. When getting ready to make this transition, the most important choice you will make is your moving company. Choosing the wrong company can turn a should-be incredible new milestone into an absolute disaster. Armstrong is here to help you ask the right questions so you get the right team. 1. Do your research When you’re beginning your search for the perfect moving crew, make sure you look into previous customer experiences. Research their reviews and do online searches to determine if they give good service or if there is a long history of dissatisfied customers. Having positive reviews without comments or no reviews at all may also be a red flag. Pick a team that has a history of positive experiences with specific customer feedback. 2. Watch for warning signs Much like a company hiring...

Overview 35 Victorian-style guest rooms Hotel marketplace, history room, Grand Hall, exterior guest areas Warehousing Final mile delivery FF&E and OS&E installation Our Role Armstrong’s Ft. Lauderdale team provided warehousing, delivery, and FF&E and OS&E installation services for a premier, east coast luxury resort. The project included all guest rooms, public areas, and exterior amenity areas on the property. Project Challenges Due to the historic nature of the renovated property, the installation site consisted of antique wood flooring and trusses, salvaged wood, bricks, doors, windows, and glass, requiring highly trained and experienced team members. Armstrong’s installation team quickly adapted to manufacturer product container delays and a condensed install timeframe, due to construction delays. The team’s ability to scale resources up or down throughout the project resulted in the project’s completion without delay. Client Values & Results Armstrong successfully completed all activities on-time and within budget. Armstrong’s crews were able to...

Overview University of Alabama Biology laboratory Cross-campus move 5,000 fish Early start time Temperature-monitored Zero casualties Our Role Armstrong’s Birmingham team provided laboratory specimen relocation services on the campus of the University of Alabama. The project included relocating 5,000 fish from the university’s biology building to Nott Hall. Armstrong’s move team began the move at 5AM, due to the specimens’ temperature regulations. Our Challenges Due to the fish’s biological composition, they would either change genders or die if the temperature reached over 80 degrees. Armstrong’s move team quickly adapted to the unique nature of the move by adjusting the relocation’s start time and providing adequate manpower and move materials. Client Values & Results Armstrong successfully completed all move activities within the allotted timeframe and temperature parameters. Armstrong’s team was able to easily collaborate with the university’s biology department personnel to complete the early-morning move, which resulted in zero casualties. High-Quality...