Commercial Furniture Assembly Guide

Scope of Works

• Unload, unpack & check desks, chairs, meeting tables, storage and screen panels against delivery notes.

• Assemble & position workstations, height‑adjustable desks, pedestals and conference furniture to layout drawings.

• Level, link & secure units—fit anti‑tip feet, join desktop pods, bolt credenzas to walls or floors.

• Cable‑manage power grommets, sit/stand motors and data leads; apply gaskets and cable trays.

• Remove packaging (cardboard, polystyrene, pallets) to licensed recycling facility; leave site swept and snag‑checked.

Typical Cost (inc. VAT)

Time on Site

• 4–6 hours for ten standard desks, chairs and pedestals with clear access.

• 6–10 hours when cable‑tray installs, sit/stand electrics, partition screens or multi‑floor trolleying is required.

Time extends for restricted goods‑lift slots, congested site routes, missing parts or additional floor‑box terminations.

Questions to Ask Your Trade

1. Are your installers CSCS‑registered or SEIRS‑qualified for commercial sites?

2. Will you provide RAMS (Risk Assessment & Method Statement) and £5 m public liability cover?

3. Do you charge hourly or per item, and what is the minimum team size?

4. Can you handle out‑of‑hours or weekend installations to avoid office downtime, and at what premium?

5. How will you deal with integrated electrics—are you NICEIC approved for final terminations?

6. Do you remove all packaging & pallets and is that cost included?

7. What is your call‑back policy for squeaks, loose desktops or mis‑aligned drawers discovered after move‑in?

   
   

How to Avoid Surprises

• Book goods lifts & loading bays with building management before delivery day.

• Clear floor area and mark desk positions; ensure power/data floor boxes are live.

• Reserve parking for long‑wheel‑base vans close to the entrance.

• Check ceiling heights for tall storage units and advise installers.

• Confirm access times & security passes so the crew isn’t delayed at reception.