Archive Relocation
Archive relocation – files in the same order at the new location
Binders, suspension files and archive boxes arrive in sealed containers, with shelf numbers and in their original order – with interim storage on request.
4.8 out of 5 · 184 Google reviewsASTAG standardOver 500 moves per year
20% new-customer discountQuote in 24hInsurance Included
4.8 / 5 Google184 reviews
ASTAG standardSwiss industry standard
Quote within 24 hoursfree & without obligation
No Saturday surchargeSame price Mon–Sat
Archives without chaos
An archive is only as good as its order
An archive relocation is rarely about weight – it is about order. If binders are put back in the wrong place, your team will still be searching months later. That is why, before the move, we record shelves, compartments and linear metres and transfer the system one-to-one to the new location.
Confidential files remain in sealed containers throughout the entire transport. If the new premises are not yet ready, we store the archive at our facility in the meantime.
- Shelf and compartment numbers: on every container and in the plan.
- Sealed containers: for confidential documents.
- Interim storage: from CHF 15.– per m³ per month.
- Free loan boxes: sturdy, reusable moving boxes for binders and files.
Archive relocation costs
How much does an archive relocation cost?
The effort depends on the linear metres, the shelving systems and the access. We record everything during the on-site survey and give you a quote with a cost ceiling within 24 hours.
| Service | Guide value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Team of 3 people incl. furniture van | from CHF 262.– per hour | Minimum booking 3 hours, billed in 15-minute increments |
| Furniture lift deployment | from CHF 300.– | depending on floor, access and duration of use |
| Office Furniture Disposal | CHF 65.– per m³ | plus effort for dismantling and transport |
| Interim storage | from CHF 15.– per m³ per month | clean, dry, insured |
All prices include insurance, excluding 8.1% VAT. The exact effort depends on workstations, furniture and IT equipment and is determined during the free on-site survey.
Process
Archive relocation in 4 steps
Inventory
Record linear metres, shelving systems and confidentiality requirements.
Labelling
Containers with shelf and compartment numbers.
Transport
Sealed and without intermediate stops.
Shelving
Files put back in their original order.
Customer portal included
Archive, address and post – everything scheduled in the customer portal
If the company is moving along with the archive, the customer portal lists the address changes with the commercial register, Swiss Post and business partners as dated tasks.
- Archive plan Shelves and compartments recorded in the moving plan.
- Commercial register Change of address online via EasyGov, CHF 30.–.
- Business mail short-term mail forwarding for up to 3 months.
- Interim storage Storage and retrieval as dates in your checklist.
EasyGov: company relocationSME portal: change registered office or addressCommercial register ZH: change domicile (GmbH)Post: redirect business mail
7 days free with every quote · when you book your move permanently included
Real demo – no sign-up required
Your move to Zurich24 days to go – all deadlines in view
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Next upTap to tick off
- –Approve archive planLetter ready
- –Sort out old filesLetter ready
- –Redirect business mailDo it online
- –Change of address in commercial registerDo it online
Preview to try out – the complete portal is shown in the Live demo.
Quick enquiry · Archive relocation
Archive relocation – quick enquiry
No calculator and no on-site survey needed: provide a few details about your archive relocation and receive our quote within 24 hours.
- In the evening or on Saturday at no surcharge.
- Quote within 24 hours – personally from our team.
- 20% new-customer discount on all services.
- Furniture assembly included on request.
Free on-site survey
Book an on-site survey for your archive relocation
During the on-site survey we record linear metres, shelving systems and access. Quote with a cost ceiling within 24 hours.
- Takes approx. 20–25 minutes
- On site at your home or conveniently via WhatsApp video
- Quote within 24 hours – with a 20% new-customer discount
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Reviews
4.8 out of 5 stars from 184 Google reviews
Jérôme
2 weeks ago
Cloudfor Sun
3 weeks ago
Mein Umzug hat wunderbar geklappt! Das ganze Team war sehr freundlich, hilfsbereit und professionell. Alles lief reibungslos und bestens organisiert ab. Besonders geschätzt habe ich den sorgfältigen Umgang mit meinen Möbeln und die angenehme Zusammenarbeit. Ein grosses Dankeschön an das gesamte Team für den tollen Einsatz! Ich kann euch auf jeden Fall weiterempfehlen.
Jan Stahel
4 weeks ago
schneller Umzug, alles geklappt
Brooke Jackson
1 month ago
Super kompetent, schnell und sehr freundlich. Ich würde dieses Unternehmen allen empfehlen!
Michael Richter
1 month ago
Monika Gutekunst
1 month ago
Super Team , sie arbeiten wie verrückt und nichts ist beschädigt.
Nur zum empfehlen.
Michelle Marentini
3 months ago
Super committed and strong as superheroes! It was great fun with these three friendly, cheerful men!
Emilia Rosa Messmer-Lips
3 months ago
Perfect process. Super friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended. If I move again, it'll only be with you.
Emilie Aubry
3 months ago
Valentina Stoira
3 months ago
Very good and straightforward.
Manuela König Plangger
4 months ago
Very competent and fast.
Claude-Alain Blattner
7 months ago
I was very satisfied with the moving services and the cleaning work. The furniture was properly packed and handled with care. The subsequent cleaning was also carried out professionally, so the handover went through without any issues. What's more, all the staff were extremely friendly. I can only recommend the company.
Alisha Rachel Müller
7 months ago
The move went perfectly. The team was upbeat, friendly and very careful. They also worked extremely efficiently, so they were even faster than originally planned. On top of that, the price was very good. I can warmly recommend Swiss Umzüge.
Marek Stankala
9 months ago
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Extremely satisfied! The move was super quick and totally hassle-free. The team was friendly, in great spirits and handled everything with care. And at the end there was even a little gift – really nice.
Armin Richter
9 months ago
A very well organised move! The staff on site were quick and handled the furniture carefully. Communication with the company was friendly and courteous. Thank you!
Service areas
Archive relocation in your region: cantons and towns
We operate in the cantons of Zurich, Zug, Aargau, St. Gallen, Schaffhausen and Thurgau. Choose your canton or town:
Cantons
Canton of Zurich
Zug and Aargau
International Moves
Abroad too: moves to 12 countries
We don't just move within Switzerland but also to 12 European countries – with an inventory list for customs and end-of-tenancy cleaning in Switzerland.
Move Switzerland – GermanyMoving to FranceMoving to ItalyInternational move to AustriaMove Switzerland – LiechtensteinMoving to the NetherlandsMoving to BelgiumInternational move to LuxembourgMove Switzerland – SpainMoving to PolandMoving to HungaryInternational move to SwedenAll countries at a glance
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about archive relocations
Who packs the files for an archive move – our own staff or your team?
Either is possible: your team can pack the binders themselves, or our staff take care of the packing as part of our packing service. If you pack yourself, fill each container with the contents of one shelf only, so the labelling stays unambiguous and nothing gets mixed up later.
How are the shelves ready before the files arrive at the new office?
Our own carpenters dismantle office shelving and filing cabinets at the old location and reassemble them at the new one in the planned layout. Only once the shelving system is standing and levelled do we carry the containers in, so every compartment can be filled straight away.
Where in an office building does an archive move need extra protection?
Above all along the carrying routes: full file containers are heavy, so we lay floor protection and protect the lift and stairwell before the first container is moved. This keeps lift walls, steps and floors in both buildings undamaged, even when many trips are needed.
When do you deliver the archive boxes to the office and when do you collect them?
We deliver the moving boxes and packing materials 2–3 weeks before the date, so your team can pack without rushing. Once everything has been put away at the new location, we collect the empty boxes from you again, so they are not left standing around in the new archive room.
What happens to rarely used files that do not fit into the new office?
They can stay in storage with us for longer: our warehouse is dry, climate-controlled and alarm-protected, which is good for paper and binders. The records remain in their labelled containers, so later you can retrieve specific shelf metres instead of having to search through the whole archive.
Which files should stay within reach during an office archive move?
Everything your team needs in the first few days at the new location, such as ongoing case files, contracts and accounting records. Pack these documents in a separately marked container that we load last and unload first, so business can carry on without interruption.
What cleaning does the old archive room need after moving out?
On request we take care of the final cleaning with a handover guarantee: after clearing out, we clean the rooms, and our team is present at the handover to the landlord. If the landlord raises any complaints, we fix them immediately and free of charge, so nothing is left outstanding for your company.
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Related services and guides
Official authorities: SME portal: change registered office or address · EasyGov: company relocation · Post: redirect business mail
