How to Prepare Your Office for a Seamless Move in Illinois (2026 Guide)

Office Moving Requires a Strategic Approach

Relocating an office in Illinois isn’t just about transporting desks and computers — it’s about maintaining business continuity, protecting sensitive equipment, and minimizing downtime. At ACM Movers, we’ve helped hundreds of businesses in Oak Park, Glenview, Elmhurst, Skokie, and surrounding areas move efficiently with zero disruption.

Whether you’re moving a small co-working space or a large corporate office, this guide will walk you through every step to ensure a stress-free commercial relocation in 2026.

Step 1: Start Planning 4–6 Weeks in Advance

Time is money. The earlier you start planning your office move, the more options you have.

  • Assign an internal move coordinator
  • Set a moving date (consider weekend office move options to avoid disruption)
  • Inform employees and partners early
  • Contact utility and internet providers for setup at the new location

Step 2: Create a Detailed Floor Plan

Once you know the layout of the new office, start planning:

  • Where will each department go?
  • What furniture will move vs. what needs replacement?
  • How will you label items for easy setup?

Having a digital layout helps our business movers optimize loading and unloading.

Step 3: Inventory and Declutter

Donate or recycle electronics

  • Office relocations are a great opportunity to:
  • This reduces moving costs and streamlines packing.
  • Shred outdated documents securely

Get rid of broken furniture or unused equipment

Step 4: Pack Smart — Or Let Us Do It

Our packing services for offices include:

  • IT equipment wrapping and crating
  • Specialized box labels (department, floor, etc.)
  • Secure packing for sensitive documents
  • Bubble wrap, stretch film, crates, moving blankets

You can also choose full-service packing, where our team handles it all.

Step 5: Move During Off-Hours

We recommend scheduling your relocation for:

  • Friday evenings
  • Saturday & Sunday (weekend movers Illinois)
  • After business hours

This reduces employee downtime and gives your team a fresh start on Monday.

Step 6: Set Up and Test Before the Team Arrives

With help from our crew:

  • Furniture is reassembled per layout
  • IT hardware is unpacked with care
  • Boxes go directly to marked departments
  • We double-check for missing or damaged items

The result: a seamless office relocation that keeps your operations flowing.

Why Choose ACM Movers for Office Relocation in Illinois?

10+ years of experience in commercial relocation

Full-time staff, no contractors

Weekend and after-hours availability

Packing and unpacking services

4.9⭐ rating from hundreds of clients

Covered zones:

Oak Park, Glenview, Skokie, Elmhurst, Arlington Heights, and more

📞 Ready to Move Your Office?

Call us today or get a free estimate online. Our team is ready to help you relocate efficiently, professionally, and with no hidden fees.

FAQ

How far in advance should I plan my office move in Illinois?

We recommend planning at least 4–6 weeks ahead to ensure scheduling, packing, and coordination.

Yes! We offer full packing services, including IT and document protection.

Absolutely. We can move your business during evenings or weekends to reduce downtime.

Oak Park, Glenview, Skokie, Elmhurst, Arlington Heights, and nearby suburbs.

Yes, all our movers are full-time professionals with years of experience in office relocation.