chicago office movers who keep your team on track

What you need to know

You want experience over flash. Downtown buildings demand COIs, elevator reservations, and dock timing. The right crew knows union rules, loop traffic, and how to pad-wrap glass walls. Your job is awareness: timelines, approvals, clear labeling. Their job is execution.

A quick scene

Friday, 7 p.m., Wacker Drive. The loading dock window is 60 minutes. Your chicago office movers roll in, COI sent, floor protection down, IT carts staged. You sign once; the team logs off for the weekend.

Plan the move

1. Confirm building rules and elevator access.
2. Assign one point of contact and a clear floor plan.
3. Color-label departments; number every desk.
4. Back up servers; tag every cable.
5. Stage a first-open box: router, power, snacks, tape.

Packing and protection

Don't skimp on prep. Ask about crates, monitor sleeves, and jamb guards. Sensitive gear rides first off. Desks and tables need corner armor; file cabinets get locked and shrink-wrapped.

• IT: anti-static bags, photo setups.
• Furniture: hardware in labeled zip bags.
• Timing: avoid game days near the stadiums.

Costs and options

Hourly vs flat-rate matters. Clarify travel time, minimums, stairs. Ask about union labor or after-hours fees. On tight budgets, go hybrid: you pack, they move.

Pause and check

I hesitated - did we back up the drive? Do that, confirm access, and you're set. Choose movers who explain the why, not just the price, and you lead the move with calm.