So, you’re moving your Vancouver office this summer – new what? If you’ve been in British Columbia for a while, you’ll know our weather is anything but predictable. From rain, to heatwaves, to smoke – it’s important to be prepared for anything. Here are some tips to be prepared for office moving in the summertime.
Hire Professionals
Doing your office move yourself may seem like a good idea, but ask anyone who utilized an office moving company in Vancouver and we’re confident they’ll say it was 100% worth it. As professionals, we know how to make your move as efficient and seamless as possible – something even more important during unpleasant weather. Let DLO Move Support Services take care of the rushing around and heavy lifting so you can stay comfortable and relaxed not worry about falling behind in your work.
Plan Ahead
If you are able to, having a flexible moving date can be an office moving life saver. If one day is pouring rain and the next is a pleasant overcast, switching your move date to be on the better weather day is a huge asset. However, if your moving date needs to be set in stone, there is no need to worry! Look ahead on weather apps and try to select a date during a mild weather week. The ideal moving weather is dry but overcast. This way you don’t need to worry about your boxes getting wet (or slipping on wet concrete) and you won’t overheat. Something that is unpredictable in BC is smoke. If you find yourself moving with low air quality, we recommend hiring professionals, so you aren’t exposing yourself to harmful particles. Make sure to wear a mask and limit the amount of time you are outside.
Hydrate
Regardless of what weather you are moving your Vancouver office in this summer, hydration is essential! Making sure you are drinking enough water and replenishing your electrolytes will help your body regulate temperature and will help with muscle cramping.
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Just as with any other outdoor activity, dressing appropriately is essential for your office move. We recommend wearing athletic clothing to wick sweat and allow for a wide range of movement. Wearing running shoes or other practical footwear is also encouraged – moving your office in high heels, sandals, or dress shoes isn’t recommended. It’s important to wear clothing that is appropriate for the weather outside during your Vancouver office move. If it is raining, we recommend a hat and a rain jacket. If it is smokey, a mask is great to have on hand. If you are moving your office in a heatwave, wearing lightweight clothing will make a difference.
Pack in Sections
Summer can be a break in routine for most business, especially with staff taking vacation or working from home more often. In order to make sure you have enough time to complete your packing and get all your work done, we recommend starting early and breaking it into chunks. Hiring DLO Move Support Services is a great way to ensure your move is efficient and seamless, without disrupting your workflow. You will especially want to break up your packing into sections if you are moving during one of Vancouver’s heatwaves. Summer 2023 is expected to be hotter than before, so making sure you are prepared is essential.
Your Vancouver office move this summertime doesn’t need to be a hassle! Hiring professional office movers guarantees that your move will be efficient and seamless, regardless of the weather, and that you will remain comfortable, relaxed, and productive.
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If you need corporate relocation support or are looking for more information about our services, you can get in touch with the DLO Move Support Services team by giving us a call at 604-254-0135 or filling out our contact form. If you’re located outside of Vancouver, we can still help with all your office move needs. Our movers service all areas of Vancouver in addition to West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Surrey, Langley, and the Fraser Valley.