There are quite a few things to take into consideration when choosing a furniture installation company. How long have they been around? Do they have a solid reputation? Have you seen other work they’ve done? While these are all questions that people usually think of, there’s one that many don’t think to ask: Do they have an office furniture warehouse?
Even if you’re planning on getting everything done in the same day, it can still be a tremendous benefit to have a furniture installation company that possesses the flexibility to provide storage if necessary. The reason boils down to this: While we hope for the best, we should plan for the worst. There is always the possibility of the unforeseen. Delays in construction, issues with contractors, unexpected changes in project scope–if your office furniture installation company has storage warehouse facilities, you can rest assured that they’re equipped to handle the job, whatever arises.
Third parties can get a little messy. When dealing with third-party storage, you’re introducing an extra moving part to the process of relocation, renovation, or installation. Which means more that can potentially go wrong, either through miscommunication or liability. When the installation company is also running the storage facility, they have greater control over records of what is stored and how your furniture is handled. Not to mention that third-party storage facilities will tend to be more expensive than having your office furniture installation company store everything in their own warehouse.
While this might seem convenient in theory, it often proves problematic in practice. Climate control is an important factor in keeping stored furniture pristine. If left in a warehouse, there’s often the risk of damage from extreme temperatures or exposure to moisture. There’s also the matter that, if your business is active, odds are that your warehouse isn’t empty. Personnel currently working in your company warehouse might not be aware of how to handle disassembled furniture, lending the possibility that your stored furniture could sustain accidental damage if the workers need to move it out of their way. Furthermore, a massive stack of furniture can often cause a major disruption in your day-to-day operations.
To cover all these bases, Choice has secure, climate-controlled warehousing available for both short-term and long-term storage. To learn more about our office furniture warehouse or to book an installation in Toronto, contact us today.