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What to consider when hiring a commercial mover in Singapore

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Whether it is relocating your workspace or moving to a new flat, the process of relocating comes with its own set of stressors, costs, time constraints, and requirements. To ensure a smooth relocation, most Singapore businesses and homeowners hire professional movers, like LCH Logistics, to assist them with their move.

Here are some factors to consider when hiring a commercial mover in Singapore:

Check the mover’s license and experience

Commercial movers in Singapore are regulated and controlled by the government under strict policies. Make sure they have their registration number, Singapore license, or any other certificates they may possess. Additionally, clarify the mover’s years of experience in various moving jobs, such as local, and cross-border and their experience with other clientele.

This is not an area to cut corners. When you hire a mover without a proper license, you run the risk of being scammed; your items may not be transported safely, losses may not be insured against and execution is subpar.

Check the mover’s team

Find out if the moving company employs full-timers or subcontracts the work. Companies that subcontract out may have a lower quality of service since subcontractors may not care as much about their job performance. Clarify in advance whether they are subcontracting the work and if they will protect and take care of your items while moving.

Check the company’s reputation

A company’s reputation is a strong indicator of the quality of services they provide. Word of mouth is often a reliable indicator, but you can learn about the company’s reliability from online blogs, websites and reviews. Hearing about a company’s past performance can give you a lot of insight into its operations.

An excellent track record over many years demonstrates that a company knows what they’re doing and will treat your belongings with great care. Ask about their experience in handling speciality items, like working in high-rise buildings or moving priceless heirlooms. Experience is always a great teacher and a company with a long history is more likely to handle your move efficiently and professionally.

Check the quotation and scope of service

When obtaining quotations from moving companies, it is essential to consider not just the cost but also the value-added services included in the scope of work. Always confirm all the details in the quotation before signing it, as you might incur additional costs if certain services are not included. Never assume that a specific service will be provided without it being explicitly mentioned in the quotation.

It is recommended to get quotations from at least three different moving companies to compare prices and the range of services offered. This will allow you to make an informed decision based on the value each company provides rather than just focusing on the lowest cost.

What you can expect from LCH logistics

License and Experience

LCH Logistics is fully licensed and experienced in various moving jobs, including local and cross-border relocations. We take pride in their extensive experience working with diverse clientele, ensuring that every move is executed professionally and efficiently.

Dedicated Team

LCH Logistics employs a team of full-time professionals committed to providing the best possible service. You can trust LCH Logistics to protect and take care of your items throughout the moving process.

Robust Reputation

With a strong reputation built over the years, LCH Logistics has consistently demonstrated its expertise and commitment to quality service. You can verify their reliability through online reviews, testimonials, and word of mouth. Their track record speaks for itself, proving that we have the experience and knowledge to handle even the most complex moving jobs.

Transparent Quotation and Comprehensive Scope of Service

LCH Logistics provides detailed quotations, ensuring transparency and clearly outlining the scope of services offered. We understand the importance of not just competitive pricing but also the value-added services that make a move stress-free and efficient.

Choosing LCH Logistics as your commercial mover in Singapore means you are selecting a trusted partner who will go above and beyond to make your relocation experience seamless and hassle-free. With our dedication to professionalism, customer satisfaction, and a comprehensive range of services, you can be confident that your move is in the best hands.

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Benefits of Renting a Lorry with a Driver when Moving

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Moving from one place to another is without a doubt one of the most tedious jobs for many. Many decisions need to be made, including whether to hire a moving company or rent a lorry with driver to help you move.

Think about it. If you’re moving your entire household to another location in Singapore, it can be quite overwhelming for one person to take charge of. Likewise, relocating your office equipment requires everyone’s cooperation for a smooth move.

For you to make an informed decision and ensure a successful move, you’ll need all the relevant information – the benefits of renting a lorry with driver, risks of moving on your own, and if hiring full-service movers will be worth the cost. In layman’s terms, you need to know the pros and cons of moving without professional movers.

 

Read on to find out some of the benefits of renting a lorry with a driver and the possible hardships you may encounter if you choose to move on your own without any help from professional movers.

 

Benefits of getting professional help

Professional movers don’t just provide muscle-power and means of transportation for a house move. They have the know-how and equipment to ensure a smooth, efficient, and stress-free move.

Stress-free move

When it comes to moving your entire household, you’ll need all the help you can get to move all of the stuff in your house. However, it can be quite a difficult task if you don’t have the right transport. You can instead rent a lorry with driver to make your move easier.

Besides, who else understands the moving truck better than the professional movers themselves? Also, the drivers of moving trucks know how to safely drive them in any condition (think weather, traffic, and road).

Safe relocation

It can be tough to entrust all your belongings to professional movers but they’re trained to help people move all their stuff with utmost care and attention. If it’s your first move, you may have little knowledge of how to pack some of the fragile items in your house.

Professional movers, on the other hand, are equipped with the know-how to safely pack your items and prevent damages during the moving process. Also, they’ll use specialised moving equipment (moving dollies, straps, furniture pads, sliders, etc.) to move your items with ease without causing any damage to your properties.

Saves time

Time is likely your second biggest concern when moving house as there are too many things to do, tasks to complete, and preparation to make. You also still need to go to work, take care of your household, etc. 24 hours a day is simply not enough for you to handle it all.

Getting professional movers to help with your move will solve that problem so that you can take care of other things. Besides, they’ll do the job in record time as they’re trained to do so in the fastest and most efficient way possible.

 

Now that you’ve learnt about some of the benefits of getting professional help when moving, ahead are some of the possible hardships that you may encounter if you try to move all by yourself.

 

Cons of a DIY move

It’s common for you to be in a dilemma of whether to hire professional movers or simply rent a lorry with driver to move all your items from your current house to your new location. While a DIY move is cost-friendly, it doesn’t guarantee that you can get all the muscle-power you need from your family or friends.

Besides, a DIY move can also be time-consuming if you decide to multitask between your work and packing some of your items after work. And if you don’t put in the extra effort to complete all the packing before your moving day, you may have to postpone or delay your move to a later date. This may also affect your budget in the long run.

If you’re planning to relocate your office, a DIY move is a no-no. You may have the authority to ask your employees to help move some of the items, but it’ll be risky and costly to take that path.

Even if your employees are tech-savvy, they may not have the know-how on moving the office equipment safely. Should there be any mishaps during the moving process, you may have to cover the damages with the funds for running your business.

 

Instead of putting you and your employees through all that worry and trouble, getting professional movers to help with your office move is the best solution.

 

How to rent a lorry with driver in Singapore?

Much like hiring full-service movers, you’ll need to plan and make your bookings early to ensure rental availability. Otherwise, you’ll have to get someone else to help with the driving and moving.

Before you decide on any lorry rental with driver, be sure to get the estimated cost based on the amount of stuff you have and moving distance so that you can adjust your budget according to the situation.

You should also ask for recommendations from your family or friends on the credibility of lorry rentals with drivers. That way, you can prevent any unwanted situation from happening.

 

At LCH Logistics, we offer three types of moving services – local deliveries, house move or corporate move, and full container haulage. If you’re looking for an affordable lorry rental with driver, you’ve come to the right place. For your moving needs, email us at operation@lchlogistics.com.sg or contact us at (65) 6570 9560 or (65) 9224 9911.

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How to Ensure a Safe Office Relocation amid the Pandemic

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Relocating your business operations during this pandemic can be challenging and stressful as everyone is required to adhere to safe management measures to curb the spread of COVID-19.

For businesses that were affected by the pandemic, the gradual reopening can be regarded as good news. While for others, moving into Phase 3 could mean that some offices may need to relocate to a new space to fit not all but some of their employees.

 

That said, many office relocations can’t be delayed, whether your business remains open or had to cease operations due to the pandemic. Property leases continue to flow regardless of the situation and your circumstances.

If you have an office relocation planned in the next few months, here are some tips to ensure a safe office relocation amid the pandemic while adhering to safe management measures.

 

Get moving cost estimates

Much like planning for a residential move, office relocation requires thorough planning and consideration, especially at a time like this. Before you decide on a relocation service provider in Singapore, request for cost estimations from several moving companies. That way, you can weigh on the pros and cons of hiring a specific relocation service company.

Some companies provide virtual estimates while some offer onsite estimations. Virtual estimations can be challenging as you need to provide the necessary information to get an estimate of your office relocation. As for onsite estimation, the estimator will give you a quote based on his visit. Make sure you wear your mask and ask the estimator to do the same as a safety measure.

 

Analyse the moving company’s adherence to safety measures

For the safety of all persons involved in your office relocation, you’ll want to vet a moving company to see whether you can rely on their services. Ask them questions related to the health of their movers and moving process. That way, you can rest assured that your belongings will be handled with care while adhering to safety measures.

Among the questions which you can ask are: What is your moving policy during this pandemic? Do your team members undergo regular swab tests? Will they be wearing gloves while performing the move? How often do you sanitise the trucks and moving equipment?

 

Perform a deep clean sanitisation

Under normal circumstances, cleaning a new office is something business owners would do with their employees. However, a deep clean and sanitisation of the office are necessary during this pandemic to curb the spread of COVID-19. Make sure to perform a deep clean sanitisation before moving office items and allowing your employees to enter.

That said, you may want to check with your moving company whether they provide sanitising kits to the movers. Otherwise, you can prepare some during the move. Also, remember to enforce safety measures and place hand sanitisers throughout your office space for everyone to sanitise themselves.

 

Wipe all office items after the relocation

Once the movers relocate all your office items and furnishings, you’ll want to wipe down all items that have been touched by them. This is because the virus has been proven to live on surfaces for a certain amount of time. After wiping down all the surfaces, immediately wash your hands and clean up all the packaging for an office that’s clean and operational.

 

Hire professional office movers

If you’re planning for office relocation in the next few months, you can hire office relocation service provider like LCH Logistics to help with the move. That way, you’ll save yourself the trouble of designating any moving tasks to your employees.

Hiring professional movers have its pros and cons with the pros outweigh the cons. First of all, you’ll have movers who are trained and equipped with the necessary knowledge of commercial moving. So, you can rest assured that your office equipment and the furnishings are handled with the utmost care.

 

Besides, professional movers can handle the tricky part of packing office equipment by applying proper techniques to prevent any damage during the relocation process. You wouldn’t want to burden your employees with moving fragile equipment like computer monitors.

Depending on your choice of an office moving company, you may be able to get a quote before deciding on any of their services. Your employees will also appreciate the help rendered by professional movers and save the time of trying to figure out the technical details.

 

The moving company may be able to provide the necessary equipment to lift some of your office’s heavy equipment like the multifunction device onto the moving truck. Just be sure to check with them on that.

 

At LCH Logistics, we offer three types of moving services – local deliveries, house move or corporate move, and full container haulage. If you’re looking for an affordable office moving service, you’ve come to the right place. For your moving needs, email us at operation@lchlogistics.com.sg or contact us at (65) 6570 9560 or (65) 9224 9911.

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How to Keep your Furniture from Breaking while Moving

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Moving house soon? While it can be an exciting experience to move into a new environment, the thought of moving and packing all your stuff (think small and large items) can be daunting at times.

Aside from dealing with the transportation of all your items to your new place, you also have to settle your change of address, schedule for utility cut/connection, etc. If you plan to relocate on your own, know that you’ll need to plan accordingly to avoid any unwanted situation.

That said, when it comes to preparing for a move, one of the challenges is to keep your furniture from breaking during the relocation. The small items shouldn’t be a problem, but the challenge lies in moving large items such as your furniture, especially if you’re relocating on your own.

 

Without proper planning, packaging and equipment, you may risk damaging your furniture during the move. So how can you ensure that your furniture is safe during the relocation? Ahead, we’re sharing some tips for you to protect your furniture.

 

Prepare your packing supplies

It’s common to assume that all you need to pack your items for relocation are some cardboard boxes, tapes, and plastic wraps. While these items will work, investing in more supplies such as bubble wraps, sealable plastic bags, and mattress covers will ensure a smooth and flawless relocation.

 

Disassembling what you can

Though not every furniture can be disassembled for a relocation, some furniture such as your bed frame, table, and wardrobe can be disassembled beforehand to save space and reduce the weight load.

Make sure to wrap all the parts of your furniture with a durable plastic wrap or protective covering to prevent them from getting scratched or damaged during the relocation. Another way to protect your furniture from breaking during relocation is to wrap them with blankets, large sheets, flattened cardboard or towels.

 

Pack furniture screws, nuts accordingly

Now that you’ve disassembled what you can, don’t forget to pack the screws, nuts, and bolts accordingly in labelled plastic bags. That way, you won’t lose any of the small pieces during relocation.

You can also pack the screws, nuts, and bolts together with your furniture to prevent misplacing them. Once you arrive at your new home and begin to reassemble your furniture, you won’t have to look far for all the important pieces.

 

Prepare a placement plan

Aside from protecting your furniture, you should also consider how you place them in the moving truck. Make sure to take the time to plan so that it’ll be easier for you to move your items.

That said, you should first load the truck with large and heavy furniture to provide stability across the backend of the truck. Move your heavy boxes, which doesn’t contain any fragile items, to fill the space.

You can then load your dressers or desks against your heavy boxes for added cushion. Make sure to place some blankets or towels between your furniture pieces to cushion for any impact during the move.

Move in your mattress next. Be sure to use a mattress cover to protect it from dirt and secure it with a rope to reduce its size. When it’s time to unload the truck, make sure you have each room clearly marked, to make things easier for the movers (that’s if you plan to hire residential movers to help).

 

No doubt that relocating or moving your house can be tedious as it requires proper planning and scheduling. If you’re looking to cut cost during your relocation, you can consider renting a lorry and get help from your family and friends.

If it seems difficult to get help from your family and friends, consider hiring residential movers from a relocation service company like LCH Logistics. That way, you won’t have to worry about getting the extra help you need. Besides, they offer packaging services which means you don’t have to go out and gather the supplies and pack all your stuff on your own.

 

Additionally, residential movers are equipped with all the skills and knowledge needed to move your furniture and handle your items without causing any damage during the relocation. You can rest assured that all your furniture and items will be handled with care.

Not only that, but relocation service company also have the necessary moving equipment such as moving dollies, hand trucks, floor protectors, etc. to ensure you have a smooth and damage-free relocation.

 

If you’re wary of residential movers in Singapore, be sure to do your research ahead of time and decide on one that’s trustworthy and reliable. At LCH Logistics, we offer three types of moving services – local deliveries, house move or corporate move, and full container haulage.

 

For an affordable relocation service, you’ve come to the right place. For your moving needs, email us at operation@lchlogistics.com.sg or contact us at (65) 6570 9560 or (65) 9224 9911.

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5 Reasons why Relocation is Good for Business

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Relocating your business operations has its pros and cons, but it’s a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Much like a residential move, a commercial move can be costly, may disrupt your business operations and affect your future expansion.

These aside, a change in business location can lead to a range of opportunity that doesn’t exist at your current location. Think of the potential growth in revenue that your business may experience. In this article, we focus only on the pros of relocating your business.

 

Advantages of relocating your office 

A better pool of employees 

In any business, expansion is unavoidable given the constant changes in the industry. For some businesses, finding qualified employees is a constant challenge. This is especially true for certain businesses that rely on highly-skilled employees.

Take the digital advertising industry as an example. This relatively new industry needs employees who understand how the advertising industry works along with the use of online technology. When your current business location experiences a lack of qualified future employees, it’s time to look for a new location to accommodate your business operation.

 

Lower cost of business operation 

There are times when the cost of doing business varies from one city to another. It can be due to the cost of owning or leasing and operating a facility, or the surrounding development which may give rise to your office rental cost.

Not only that, but local regulations can also affect the operating cost of your business. By relocating your office to a location that’s far more reasonable and affordable, you get to lower the cost of your business operation.

 

Surrounding infrastructure 

The existence of certain infrastructure at a business location can significantly affect your decision to relocate.

Let’s say you’re involved in the manufacturing industry. Your business relocation depends on the ease of accessibility such as public transportation (for your employees), rail system network and shipping port (for product distribution).

Depending on your type of business, relocating to a new location that’s in proximity with retail outlets can improve your customer reach and boost your employees’ productivity morale.

 

Need for better office facilities 

Most businesses tend to start small and then move to larger, better-equipped facilities to facilitate business growth. As a business owner, you have several options which are to relocate elsewhere, build a new facility or distribute your business operation over multiple facilities.

However, you may not have the capital or time needed to invest in a new facility as well as distribute your business operations over multiple facilities. The only way to provide better office facilities is to relocate elsewhere.

Additionally, once you find an office space that gives you total control over the layout, you’ll have the freedom to create more spaces to accommodate your business needs.

 

Better quality of life 

When you relocate to a location that provides affordable housing, quality schools, nearby retail stores, recreation park, cultural attractions, healthcare services, and public transportation, it can significantly affect your employees’ quality of life.

That’s because the well-being of your employees matters significantly as it impacts their productivity. While your new business location may not offer every item on the list, it can be appealing to some of your employees.

Relocating your business in Singapore can be challenging but it’s for a better outcome of your business expansion. Proper relocation planning is required once you find a suitable office space. Make sure to inform your employees and customers of your business relocation, and update your business contact information.

 

 

Hire professional office movers

Instead of relying on your employees to help with your office relocation, you can hire office relocation service provider like LCH Logistics to help with the move. That way, you’ll save yourself the trouble of designating any moving tasks to your employees.

Hiring professional movers have its pros and cons with the pros outweigh the cons. First of all, you’ll have movers who are trained and equipped with the necessary knowledge of commercial moving. So, you can rest assured that your office equipment and the furnishings are handled with the utmost care.

Besides, professional movers can handle the tricky part of packing office equipment by applying proper techniques to prevent any damage during the relocation process. You wouldn’t want to burden your employees with moving fragile equipment like computer monitors.

Depending on your choice of an office moving company, you may be able to get a quote before deciding on any of their services. Your employees will also appreciate the help rendered by professional movers and save the time of trying to figure out the technical details.

The moving company may be able to provide the necessary equipment to lift some of your office’s heavy equipment like the multifunction device onto the moving truck. Just be sure to check with them on that.

 

At LCH Logistics, we offer three types of moving services – local deliveries, house move or corporate move, and full container haulage. If you’re looking for an affordable office moving service, you’ve come to the right place. For your moving needs, email us at operation@lchlogistics.com.sg or contact us at (65) 6570 9560 or (65) 9224 9911.

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4 Things to Look for in a Moving Company

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Moving can be stressful yet a thrilling experience due to the relocation process. While some may find it exciting, most of us in Singapore find it stressful, time-consuming, and expensive.

There’s a variety of factors that you have to consider when it comes to preparing for a move which includes gathering supplies and figuring out the logistics. But, you’re more likely to hire a house moving service as they make the moving process smoother, easier, and less stressful.

Hiring a residential moving company will surely take the load off your shoulders but things can go south if you make the wrong choice. Although a house moving service often comes off pricy, you’ll be relieved when you pass the moving responsibility to the professionals.

Bear in mind that professional movers from any residential moving company like LCH Logistics are trained to move your valuables with care. They are also equipped with the skills and expertise to ensure you have a smooth relocation. Here are a few things to consider when it comes to choosing a house moving service in Singapore.

 

Recommendations from people you know

It’s quite common to begin your search on the internet but there are times when Google may not be the most reliable place to start your search. You can instead get recommendations from your friends or family who have used house moving services before.

By reaching out to them and asking about their experiences, you can get first-hand recommendations and reduce the chances of hiring an unprofessional residential moving company. However, it’s also possible that someone you know had a bad experience with some of the house moving services in Singapore.

Perhaps some of your friends or family had a pleasant experience with a residential moving company that doesn’t have a strong web presence. Nonetheless, filtering out your recommendations can provide you with insights that you can’t find online.

 

Industry reputation

Now that you’ve gotten hold of the names of a few companies to search for, it’s time to look up for their service reviews. You see, the reputation of any company in the logistics industry is generally influenced by their years of experience providing services to the public.

Reviews are a common way to understand the quality of service provided by the company. Take food reviews as an example. You’ll generally see people leaving either good or bad reviews based on their dining experience. The same goes for reviewing a house moving service.

 

Residential moving rates

So you’ve done your research and narrowed down to a few house moving services in Singapore. Before you decide on one, be sure to get the estimated moving rates from the companies that you’ve selected. That way, you can prepare your relocation budget accordingly.

If you want to have a general idea of the moving rates, make sure you provide all the necessary details of your move. Bear in mind that you’ll only get the base rate which doesn’t include the packing materials, and other add-ons like fuel surcharge, packing fee, handling fee, etc.

Should the company refuse to disclose information on the additional fees, you can save your time getting more information and move on to another house moving service.

 

License and insurance

When it comes to hiring a house moving service, make sure to use one that is licensed and insured. Nowadays, people can just buy a truck and call themselves a moving company, but only those who have a license are legally bound to protect your valuables.

It’s also important to ask detailed questions about insurance as anything can happen out of the blue. Residential moving companies often provide insurance as an add-on. Depending on the weight and value of your belongings, the value of your insurance coverage may vary.

Aside from considering these factors, you should also ask the following questions which are related to the moving process.

 

Do you provide packing services?

The most tedious part of any relocation is packing all that you have in a mannerly order. If you prefer that the movers help you do the packing, make sure you find out how your belongings are packed and labelled.

Keep an inventory of all your belongings, the number of boxes, etc. That way, you can keep track of all your stuff that is being moved. Additionally, you may ask the residential moving company if they charge a fee for the packing service.

 

How do you handle claims or disputes?

Be sure to ask the company about their policy for resolving claims or disputes against them. Should there be a problem during the move, how will the dispute be resolved? Will it be dealt civilly or will you be forced to resort to the law?

If the residential moving company tries to resolve claims or disputes civilly, chances are that you’re talking to reliable house movers.

For a first-timer, hiring a house moving service can be tricky and stressful. Luckily, LCH Logistics provides relocation services with movers. You have two lorry options to choose from – the 10 feet lorry or 14 feet lorry.

 

If you’re looking for an affordable relocation service, you’ve come to the right place. For your moving needs, email us at operation@lchlogistics.com.sg or call us at (65) 6570 9560 or (65) 9224 9911.

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6 Benefits of Hiring a Moving Company

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Relocation is common and inevitable at times. Chances are, you’ve found a better place to live at or an office space that can sustain your growing business. And when the time comes, you may need help to move some of your belongings. That’s when a commercial moving company like LCH Logistics comes into the picture.

Hiring a moving company to assist with your relocation may relieve you of the stress as professional movers are trained to handle your belongings with care. They are also equipped with the skills and expertise to ensure you have a smooth relocation. Ahead, we’ll be sharing some of the benefits of hiring a commercial moving company.

 

  1. Hassle-free

When it comes to moving, you’re likely to seek help from the people you know like your family or friends. But it can be quite a hassle considering that they’ll be required to spend their precious time to help you pack and move.

Same goes to office relocation. Asking your employees to help relocate office equipment is a no-no. You may end up causing more damage to some of your company’s biggest assets (employees and office equipment) if they don’t have the slightest moving know-how.

 

Professional movers, on the other hand, will fare better in helping you with your moving needs. You’ll have people who offer their time and services to help you pack and move your stuff without grousing about how much stuff you have or the tedious packing and moving process.

 

  1. Peace of mind

Planning for a relocation can be stressful and overwhelming at times. You’ll have tons of things to do which includes packing and moving all your stuff, and thereafter cleaning the space.

Hiring a moving company to help with your relocation can reduce the stress as professional movers will help pack and move your stuff with care. That way, you’ll only have to worry about doing the cleaning afterwards. They’ll also come up with a suitable action plan to handle your belongings so that you don’t need to worry about packing the small and fragile stuff.

 

  1. Reliability

Have a feeling that your family or friends can be unreliable when you need their help? Well, that’s when you should take the hint and hire a commercial moving company instead. Your family or friends may bail on you of a sudden, leaving you with little help to move all your stuff. When that happens, it’ll be difficult to seek immediate help.

Professional movers will never bail out on you once you sign the paperwork for their moving services. They’ll also be held accountable should anything happen during the relocation.

 

  1. Efficiency

Relocating all your stuff can be a tedious process. If you’re the kind who likes to procrastinate, it’ll take you some time to pack and move all your stuff if you opt for a self-move. You may also need a longer time to unpack and organise all your stuff.

Instead of a self-move, hiring a commercial moving company can reduce the time taken to pack and move all your stuff. As professional movers pride themselves on delivering their services within the stipulated timeframe, you can rest assured that all your stuff will be delivered in a timely and orderly manner. The more the merrier. In your case, the more people you can get to help with relocation, the faster the process.

 

  1. Safety

Moving all your stuff without causing any damage requires proper technical know-how as well as physical strength. That said, if you’re not familiar with the cables and wiring of your electrical appliances, it’s best to leave it to the professionals.

By hiring a commercial moving company, you’ll have people who know how to pack and move your electrical appliances without harming anyone in the process. Given the physical strength that most professional movers have, you needn’t worry about lifting a heavy box when they’re around. They also have the proper moving equipment such as hand trucks and moving pads to move the big and heavy furniture or appliances.

 

  1. Cost-efficient

Self-move can be cost-efficient but you may have to spend more on the packing supplies, truck rental, petrol fee, etc. That way, you may end up underestimating the cost of your relocation.

If you’re considering to hire a commercial moving company, you’ll first be given a quote based on your moving distance, packing materials, equipment rental and insurance (which is optional). You’ll then have a clear and transparent outlook of what you’ll be paying for. This is contrary to the popular belief that hiring a commercial moving company comes with a high cost.

 

Relocation can be more challenging than it looks. With all the planning, packing and moving, it’s no surprise that the process can take a toll on you for several days. Instead of betting on your health, why not place your bet on people who have the experience in moving?

 

At LCH Logistics, we provide three types of services – local deliveries, house move or corporate move, and full container haulage. If you’re looking for an affordable relocation service, you’ve come to the right place.

With 20 years of experience in the logistics industry, we also provide van delivery services for minor relocation. For your moving needs, email us at sales@lchlogistics.com.sg or call us at (65) 6570 9560 or (65) 9224 9911.

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5 Reasons to Relocate Your Office

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Are you considering to relocate your office to provide a bigger and better workspace for your employees? As your business grows, you’ll certainly need a bigger space to accommodate all your operations. Relocating your office will also require thorough planning as it involves finding a location that meets your objectives, brand and financial needs. While there can be various reasons for office relocation, we’ll be focusing on some of the best reasons for office relocation.

 


Best Reasons to Relocate Your Office

Growth and expansion of business

Start small, think big. As the saying goes, most businesses began their journey with a humble background. Your office may have been small to begin with but as you gain more customers and hire more people, you may experience some issues with overcrowding. This may affect your employees’ productivity as they can’t concentrate. To resolve this issue, it’s best to relocate your office while taking into account future business growth and expansion.

 

Reduce operating cost

You may have started small at a good location with a reasonable rental cost but as time passes, more businesses start to open up in your area, which gives rise to your office rental cost. Additionally, your building’s infrastructure may also cost you more due to the maintenance fee and local regulations. If you can reduce the operating cost by moving to a better office space with a lower rental cost, why not?

 

Upgrade or reorganise the office

If your current office facilities continue to disappoint you and your employees with its limitations, it’s time to move to an office space that is equipped with better facilities. Given that you’ve found an office space which allows you to have total control over the layout, you’ll have the freedom to create more spaces and reorganise the furnishings. Besides, relocating your office to a better and more modernised space may significantly improve your company’s image, allowing for a wider customer reach.

 

Improve employees’ well-being

You may have no issue with your current office location, but you’ll need to move to another location someday to accommodate your business’ growing personnel. Have you ever noticed how some businesses with office spaces which are located near retail spaces tend to do well? That’s possibly due to the office’s regulations which allows the employees to take some time out of the office workspace and explore to recharge and refocus.

 

Strategic location

If your customers are having a hard time finding your office space, you may want to consider relocating your office somewhere that is easily reachable. Put yourself in their shoes – you wouldn’t want to be in such a situation and it’ll affect your company’s reputation and business growth.

 

Relocating your office in Singapore can be challenging but nothing beats the actual move you’re going to make. You’ll need to start planning for the move once you’ve found a suitable office space. Be sure to inform your employees and customers of the move so that they can prepare for it. You may want to update all the necessary details that keep your business going like office address and contact number.

 

Hire professional office moving companies / movers

Instead of relying on your employees to help move most of your office furniture, why not hire office relocation service provider like LCH Logistics to help with the move? You’ll save yourself the trouble of having to designate moving tasks to your employees.

Although hiring professional movers have its pros and cons, the pros outweigh the cons. Firstly, you’ll have people who are trained and equipped with the necessary knowledge of commercial moving, not to mention these professional movers are dedicated to what they do. So, you can rest assured that your office equipment and the furnishings are handled with the utmost care.

 

Furthermore, professional movers can handle the tricky part of packing office equipment by applying proper techniques to prevent any damage during the relocation process. You wouldn’t want to burden your employees with moving fragile equipment like computer monitors.

Depending on your choice of commercial moving company, you may be able to get a quote before deciding on any of their services. Your employees will also appreciate the help rendered by professional movers and save them the time of trying to figure out the technical details.

 

Additionally, the commercial moving company may be able to provide the necessary equipment to lift some of your office’s heavy equipment like the multi-function device onto the moving truck. Just be sure to check with them on that.

 

At LCH Logistics, we offer three types of moving services – local deliveries, house move or corporate move, and full container haulage. If you’re looking for an affordable office relocation service, you’ve come to the right place. For your moving needs, email us at sales@lchlogistics.com.sg or contact us at (65) 6570 9560 or (65) 9224 9911.

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How Early should you Schedule Moving Logistics?

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You’ve found a new place to stay and are anticipating for the day you move in. While it can be an exciting new experience, you’ll need to have a proper plan and schedule to ensure that your move goes smoothly. As with all things that require you to make prior preparation, moving a house in Singapore will also require you to be prepared for some unforeseen circumstances. If you thought that you’ll only need to pack up your stuff, sort them out and book for a house moving service, you’re just halfway there in planning for a house move.

 

Imagine having to move out with tons of huge furniture and you didn’t ask for help from anyone. It’s certainly impossible for you to move them because (1) the furniture are bigger and heavier (if you’re small-sized); and (2) there’s too much for you to move at once. You have to admit that moving tons of things by yourself can be tedious if you’re not prepared or have no proper plans in place.

 

While there are people who are good at planning, there are those who prefer to do things at the last minute. You don’t have to be a good planner to know what you need to do but at the very least, you’re prepared and can come up with a backup plan for when things don’t go your way. For those who prefer to do things at the last minute, they’re bound to face some challenges and be under pressure when their moving day approaches.

 

Planning for a house move can be stressful as it requires you to put in a lot of effort and time. If you’re the kind of person who likes to procrastinate, you’re more likely to break under pressure or face unimaginable amount of stress. Imagine having to pack most of your things in a few hours before your scheduled house move. It’ll be a mess and you’re likely to forget some of your belongings during the packing process.

 

Moreover, if you haven’t schedule your house move with any residential moving company in Singapore, there’s a possibility that you’ll be left with very few quality moving personnel and type of lorry. You also won’t have the time to make a comparison to get the best deals on house moving service. If you need urgent hire of a house moving service, you’ll risk falling victim to scams. Making a last minute reservation will also cost you more than what you should pay.

 

Strategies to lessen the stress of moving

Although moving can be a stressful and tiring process, it doesn’t have to be that way with the following strategies:

  • Keep things organised – The most fundamental aspect of planning for a house move. By keeping things organised, you’ll at least have a flow to follow in case you need to change your plans. Creating a to-do list will also help to ensure proper execution of your plan. Another way is to pack your belongings based on which room it belongs to so that it’ll be easier to move them.

  • Do your research – Before you decide on hiring a house moving service, you’ll need to do your research to ensure that you’ll get your money’s worth. Go through the reviews of the house moving company, request for a quote and ask relevant questions. In the case of a last minute hire, you’ll have to be more meticulous so that you won’t be scammed.

  • Plan your move early – Early bird gets the worm. Just like the bird, you’ll be able to secure a quality house moving service if you set a schedule with them months in advance. That way they can arrange for the number of personnel and provide the right equipment based on your requests. If you intend to move during the school holidays, be prepared to hire your house movers early to avoid any disappointment.

  • Reach out for help – Moving out on your own can be a daunting task if it’s your first time. Ask your family or friends who have prior experience in moving house so that you’ll know what to expect.

 

How far in advance should you hire movers

As soon as possible! If you’re moving within Singapore, you might want to schedule as early as you can. When you schedule early, you’ll have plenty of house moving services to choose from and you get to compare the cost. It’ll also give you a peace of mind knowing that you have sorted out the logistics for your moving process. You also need to consider the amount of stuff you have and the hours you’ll need to pack everything. If you’re looking to DIY your moving process, you can choose to rent a lorry. Meanwhile, if you’re moving abroad, it’s highly recommended for you to schedule the logistics months in advance. This is to ensure that most of your belongings are moved in an orderly manner.

 

At LCH Logistics, we provide three types of services – local deliveries, house move or corporate move, and full container haulage. If you’re looking to hire a house moving company, you’ve come to the right place. With 20 years of experience, we also provide relocation services equipped with movers. For your moving needs, email us at sales@lchlogistics.com.sg or call us at (65) 6570 9560 or (65) 9224 9911.

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How Office Equipment is Transported during Relocation

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Relocating your office can be both exciting and a stressful process. Not only will it be a change of environment, but it’ll also help to boost your employees’ productivity. Sometimes, office relocation can be due to the nature of your business or its profitability. Regardless of the reasons for your office relocation, it’s important to plan and execute it in a mannerly order.

Additionally, it’ll affect the entire operation of your business. Which means you’ll need everyone, from the janitors to the top executives, to cooperate during the relocation process. Aside from ensuring that the company’s address is updated, you’ll also need to inform your customers and stakeholders of your office’s relocation. Bear in mind that it’ll take you some time to sort out the furniture and office equipment for the new office.

If you’re thinking of getting your employees involved in the office relocation process to save cost, you might want to reconsider that thought. They may be a part of your business operations, but not all are well versed in the technicality of your office’s equipment. Instead of asking your employees to help in moving the equipment, you can get them to pack their personal belongings so there’ll be lesser things to move during the relocation process.

Aside from your employees’ personal belongings, you’ll want the office equipment and furniture to be transported in perfect condition and set up properly so that your employees can get back to work as usual. Imagine asking your employees to unplug all the cables without labelling them. It’ll be a nightmare trying to figure out which cable belongs to which monitor or CPU (Central Processing Unit). Thus, causing a delay in resuming your business operations.

Other than the monitors and CPUs, you’ll also need to move the multifunction device–the huge printer/copier/faxing machine that most but not all of your employees depend on. Aside from it being large and heavy, you’d certainly want it to be transported without any physical or technical flaws.You can’t possibly ask your employees to move the device because you’ll risk exposing them to physical stress or injury. As for the desks and chairs, itwon’t fit intoyour car without leaving any scratches.

So how can you get the equipment and furniture transported to the new office in tip top condition? Should you DIY your office move or hire professional relocation services? Which size lorry should you rent to fit most of your office equipment and furniture? If you’re looking for some answers to these questions, you’ve come to the right place.

 

Renting a lorry vs Hiring professional movers 

It’s common for a company to relocate its office in Singapore. Some may relocate to a bigger place to accommodate their growing number of employee, while some may relocate based on accessibility or the cost of office rental.

If you intend to save cost on your office relocation, you can opt to rent a lorry or two to transport your office equipment and furniture.Additionally, you’ll need to rent proper moving equipment to lift the equipment and furniture onto the lorry. You’ll also need to ensure that your office equipment is packed properly to prevent any damage during the relocation process.

Instead of renting a lorry and additional equipment which will possibly cost you more, why not hire professional movers to do the job?

If you think that hiring professional movers is a waste of money, you should think again. Professional movers are trained and equipped with the necessary knowledge of proper handling techniques.

Though it can be tricky to pack office monitors, CPUs, multifunction device and other equipment, professional movers will apply proper handling techniques to prevent any damage during the relocation process. Besides, they’ll be able to handle the tasks swiftly without causing a delay in your business operations.

Depending on your choice of professional movers, some companies can provide the necessary equipment to lift your office equipment and furniture. You can be rest assured that professional movers will follow a standard operating procedure (SOP) to ensure a smooth relocation process.

Besides, your employees will appreciate the help given by professional movers as they need not lift the heavy equipment or deal with the cables and wires. It’ll also save them the time from having to figure out the technical details.

Since the process of relocating your office can be more tedious than moving a house, enlisting help from professional movers can significantly reduce the stress and pressure of having to make sure that everything goes as planned.

 

At LCH Logistics, we provide three types of services – local deliveries, house move or corporate move, and full container haulage. If you’re looking for an affordable office relocation service, you’ve come to the right place. With 20 years of experience in the logistics industry, we also provide four types of lorry rental which includes a driver. For your moving needs, email us at sales@lchlogistics.com.sg or call us at (65) 6570 9560 or (65) 9224 9911.