When you’re relocating your office, there’s one piece of the puzzle that’s often overlooked — what to do with everything in between.
You’re moving out of your current space… but maybe the new one isn’t ready yet. Or maybe you’re downsizing and not sure what to keep. Or your team’s moving in phases and needs flexibility.
That’s where commercial storage solutions come in.
For businesses in Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia — also known as the DMV area — the right storage option can save you money, time, and a serious headache.
Why Storage Matters During an Office Move
Office relocations don’t always follow a clean, linear path. Some common scenarios where storage becomes essential:
- Your lease ends before your new office is ready
- You’re renovating the new space before fully moving in
- You’re moving in stages (e.g. one department at a time)
- You’re decluttering but want to keep certain assets “just in case”
- You have large furniture or equipment not needed immediately
Instead of piling everything into a temporary office or hallway, secure, organized storage helps keep your transition clean and controlled.
Types of Commercial Storage Services (And When to Use Them)
1. Short-Term Commercial Storage
Ideal for businesses in the middle of a move. Your furniture, files, or equipment stay safely stored until you’re ready to complete the relocation.
Duration: a few days to a few months
2. Long-Term Business Storage
Perfect for businesses with seasonal inventory, archived files, or rarely-used equipment.
Duration: several months to years
3. Climate-Controlled Storage Units
For items sensitive to heat, cold, or humidity — like electronics, art, medical equipment, or documents.
Especially useful in Maryland’s fluctuating climate.
4. On-Demand Warehouse Storage with Delivery
Need items brought to you when you’re ready? Choose a storage partner who can deliver stored items to your new location as needed.
What Makes Commercial Storage Different from Self-Storage?
While renting a self-storage unit might seem cheaper, it’s not built for business use. Here’s why professional commercial storage is better:
| Self-Storage Unit | Commercial Storage Facility |
| DIY loading & transport | Movers load, document & deliver |
| No inventory tracking | Barcode/itemized inventory |
| Limited security | 24/7 surveillance & access logs |
| Not business-optimized | Designed for office-scale items |
What to Look for in a Commercial Storage Provider
If you’re based in Maryland or the DMV area, make sure your storage partner offers:
✅ Professional handling & transport – you shouldn’t have to lift a thing
✅ Security systems – cameras, alarms, controlled access
✅ Inventory management – real-time tracking and retrieval
✅ Flexible terms – month-to-month or project-based
✅ Storage for IT & sensitive items – climate control, shock absorption
✅ Proximity to your old/new location – to minimize delivery times
At B&B Movers, we offer secure, fully managed commercial storage options throughout Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia — all with seamless integration into your move.
What Can You Store?
Here’s a quick list of what we typically store for businesses during an office move:
- Desks, chairs, cubicles
- Conference tables
- File cabinets & archive boxes
- Servers & network equipment
- Reception furniture
- Signage, displays, whiteboards
- Office decor, art, plants
- Retail fixtures and extra inventory
Bonus: We also offer packing and labeling services, so everything is organized when it’s time to retrieve.
Pro Tips for Using Storage During a Commercial Move
- Label everything before it leaves your office
– Department, item type, floor/destination, etc. - Create a retrieval plan
– Decide in advance what you’ll need back first. - Don’t overpay for unused space
– Work with a company that offers customized space planning. - Bundle moving and storage together
– It’s more cost-efficient and smoother logistically.
Commercial Storage Coverage Across the DMV
B&B Movers provides integrated moving & storage services across:
- Maryland (Rockville, Silver Spring, Columbia, Baltimore, Bethesda)
- Washington DC (Downtown, Capitol Hill, NW, SE)
- Northern Virginia (Arlington, Fairfax, Alexandria, Reston)
Whether you’re relocating a law firm, clinic, nonprofit or startup, we provide flexible space and secure handling of everything you need to store.
Office relocations rarely go exactly as planned — and that’s okay. With the right commercial storage partner, you can bridge the gap between locations, reduce clutter, and stay in control.
Think of storage not as an extra cost, but as a tool for flexibility during a high-stakes business transition.
📞 Need safe, smart storage during your office move?
Talk to the team at B&B Movers — your trusted commercial moving and storage experts in Maryland and the DMV area.