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Ultimate Guide to Armstrong’s Business Moving Services 

Relocating a business is more than just hauling furniture from one place to another. It’s about managing the logistics, minimizing downtime and ensuring a smooth transition that keeps your operations running. Whether you’re moving a small office or an entire corporate headquarters, The Armstrong Company takes the stress out of the process with specialized moving solutions tailored to your needs.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the commercial moving services Armstrong offers, explain how each one works and highlight the key benefits they bring to companies navigating a move like yours.

Request a free quote today and discover the right moving services to make your commercial relocation successful!

I. Core Commercial Moving Services

1. Moving & Relocation Services

Armstrong’s team of experienced commercial movers provides full-service business relocation tailored to your needs. Whether planning a local move or relocating to a different state, our comprehensive services cover everything from pre-move planning to final placement.

Every business move is different. That’s why Armstrong offers customization options—you choose what you need: full-service relocation, labor-only services or phased moves to reduce downtime.

Project management plays a central role in every move. A dedicated team ensures your relocation stays on schedule, remains within budget and causes minimal disruption to your operations.

Explore our comprehensive office relocation guide and discover the right plan to create a seamless moving solution for your business.

2. Packing Services

Packing services involve securely preparing business equipment, records, electronics and supplies for transport. This process ensures that everything is properly protected, minimizing the risk of damage during the move and avoiding the heavy lifting of large or awkwardly shaped items.

Our movers use durable packing materials, such as custom crates for fragile items, to safeguard your assets.

Specialized packing is available for delicate or high-value items, such as office furniture, electronics, machinery and sensitive documents, offering extra protection for these valuable assets.

Learn more about our packing services to simplify your moving process. 

3. IT Disconnect & Reconnect

IT disconnect and reconnect services involve the careful disassembly, transport and reassembly of IT infrastructure to ensure secure and efficient movement. This IT relocation process covers everything from individual workstations to entire data centers.

Our team works closely with your internal IT department to ensure a seamless transition. Coordination helps minimize downtime, with careful planning to ensure systems are reconnected quickly and securely. Each piece of equipment is carefully mapped, disconnected, transported and reconnected, ensuring that sensitive IT assets are handled with the utmost care and that all systems are fully operational when the move is complete.

Explore Armstrong’s IT moving tips that combine expert planning and technical support to make your IT relocation seamless.

4. Files & Record Storage

Our file and record storage solutions involve the secure handling, transport and storage of physical documents. This process ensures that sensitive data is protected throughout the move, with strict attention to compliance and security.

Records are carefully packed and transported using secure methods to prevent any loss or damage. Additionally, secure document destruction services are available to ensure compliance with data protection regulations such as HIPAA and GDPR.

Explore the top 5 office items perfect for commercial storage during your move or to help with decluttering.

5. Project Management

We assign a dedicated project manager to oversee every aspect of your business move. This person acts as your single point of contact, ensuring that all aspects of the relocation are coordinated smoothly, including timelines, vendors, special requests and any troubleshooting that arises.

Your project manager will provide real-time updates and keep all parties informed, helping to ensure that the move progresses according to plan. With detailed planning and ongoing support, project management plays a crucial role in ensuring an efficient relocation.

To see our project management in action, watch this short video of a recent office decommissioning project that Carl Campbell, who leads our commercial services team, helped bring to life.

6. Furniture Configuration

Our furniture configuration services involve assisting with the disassembly, installation and reassembly of office furniture and modular systems, such as cubicles. We work in tandem with space planning teams to ensure that furniture is arranged according to the layout and vision for your new space.

By collaborating on space planning and furniture installation, we help optimize furniture arrangements to enhance workflow, collaboration and overall efficiency, ensuring your company can smoothly transition into its new environment.

Dive into our specialized office moving services and easily plan your new layout.

7. Debris Removal

Our debris removal services ensure that leftover items, packaging and other waste are efficiently cleared from your space after the move. This includes the proper handling and disposal of various waste types such as e-waste, cardboard, plastic and general junk.

We also prioritize eco-conscious practices by coordinating recycling and donations when possible, helping to minimize waste while maintaining efficiency throughout the process.

Learn more about our furniture cleaning strategies to leave your old space spotless, organized and ready for turnover.

8. Lease Surrender Services

Our lease surrender services help ensure that your office move is completed in accordance with your lease agreement’s terms. This includes assistance with the termination of your lease, helping you meet the necessary requirements to formally exit the space.

Our team coordinates directly with property managers to ensure all expectations are met and handles final cleaning and minor repairs to leave the space in the required condition. This attention to detail helps avoid unexpected fees, repair charges or delays, ensuring a smooth and timely move-out process.

9. Disaster Recovery & Restoration

Our disaster recovery and restoration services are designed to help businesses recover from disruptive events like floods, fires or power failures. These services focus on minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity in the aftermath of an emergency.

Our swift response and expertise make us a trusted partner in managing the aftermath of unexpected disasters.

Learn more about how emergency moving services can minimize downtime and speed your recovery.

II. Why Choose Armstrong

With over 68 years of experience, Armstrong has supported thousands of business relocations across industries, from small office moves to large-scale corporate transitions. We understand the complex demands of commercial moving and bring the right tools, talent, and processes to every project to ensure consistency and success.

Our nationwide footprint spans 33 markets, giving us the ability to mobilize quickly and manage relocations anywhere in the country. This extensive reach, paired with our deep local knowledge, means we can deliver both personalized service and scalable solutions.

We’re proud of the long-standing relationships we’ve built and, most importantly, of the trust our clients place in us to move their businesses forward.

Read our customer stories to learn how we help businesses move with confidence.

III. Moving Tips and Resources

A successful business move starts with careful planning. Having the right resources at your fingertips can help you stay organized, minimize downtime and ensure an efficient transition for your team. Armstrong offers a range of helpful tools designed to guide you through every step of the process:

  • Office Move Checklist: Use our comprehensive checklist to manage every stage of your office relocation. This checklist helps ensure that each task is completed on time, whether it’s preparing for the move, coordinating logistics or handling post-move setup.
  • Mistakes to Avoid: Relocating an office can be tricky, and it’s easy to make costly mistakes. Read our blog on the most common mistakes you should avoid when relocating an office and ensure a more efficient move.
  • Office Relocation Announcement: Learn the why, what, when and how of announcing your office move with our comprehensive guide. This resource provides tips on clear communication, ensuring everyone is informed throughout the relocation process.

Using these tools ensures your office move stays on schedule, minimizes disruptions to your business and reduces last-minute stress for your employees.

IV. FAQs

How far in advance should I plan a business move?

Ideally, you should begin planning your business move 6 to 12 months in advance, depending on your organization’s size and complexity. Early planning helps ensure minimal disruption and allows time for detailed coordination.

Can Armstrong move sensitive materials like labs or medical equipment?

Our expert team handles sensitive, high-value and specialized equipment—such as laboratory instruments, medical devices and other critical assets—with expert care to ensure safe and secure transportation.

Is after-hours moving available?

Yes. We offer flexible scheduling options, including after-hours and weekend moves, to help minimize disruption to your daily business operations.

V. Contact Us

If you want more information about our commercial moving services, explore how Armstrong’s tailored solutions can support your business relocation. Our expert office movers are ready to handle every detail of your move with care, precision and professionalism.

Explore Armstrong’s full range of office moving services and find the right plan to fit your relocation needs.

VI. Conclusion

Moving your business doesn’t have to be complicated. With Armstrong, you gain a relocation partner with the experience, infrastructure and tailored services to guide you every step of the way. From packing and IT coordination to lease surrender and debris cleanup, cleanup is here to help you move smarter, faster and more confidently.

Ready to take the next step? Trust our commercial moving professionals and start your stress-free move today.