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Your Commercial Furniture Repair FAQs: Answered

Take upkeep off your to-do list with commercial furniture repair by Furniture Medic.

Furniture in commercial properties can be around for a long time, and upkeep can be arduous. You don’t want to have to fork out to replace all the items in your building, but you might not have the time to ensure the proper upkeep of these items either. So, you might be thinking of hiring out an extension of your property management team to handle regular repairs.

When you need high quality and professional repairs to cabinets, conference tables, woodwork, upholstery and more, trust Furniture Medic. We’re here to help keep your space in pristine, customer-ready condition.

Adding to your workforce can be a big decision, and we understand you may have reservations and questions. That’s why we’ve put together a list of answers to your most common questions.

What are common issues that Furniture Medic repairs?

More often than not, for commercial properties, we deal with the general deterioration of items. Wear and tear are inevitable, but over time the impact starts to add up and become noticeable. Luckily, our Furniture Medic technicians are highly skilled in maintaining that like-new appearance. We commonly tackle issues like:

  • Dinged, dented, scuffed or scratched surfaces
  • Upholstery repair
  • Chipped or missing wood, laminate, or veneer
  • Missing components in need of “refabricating”
  • Sticky doors or drawers
  • Wobbly chairs or tables
  • Water damage, water stains and water rings
  • Structural problems
  • Construction punch lists

What can Furniture Medic repair at my commercial property?

When you start to think of all the components of commercial space, the list of repairs can be extensive. It’s difficult for any one person to handle them all. Our technicians are ready to help you with both minor and major repairs of:

  • Conference tables, chairs and desks
  • Shelving and storage units
  • Woodwork, including doors, floors, bannisters, mantels and moulding
  • Interior trim
  • Cabinetry
  • Reception areas
  • Fabric and leather
  • PVC/Vinyl

What is the Commercial Maintenance Programme?

Your corporate property is an extension of your business. Similarly, a Commercial Maintenance Programme makes Furniture Medic an extension of your property management team. Once you have booked a visit with your local Furniture Medic business, our technicians will walk through the property with you, and provide a customised maintenance plan to help make your property like-new, and keep it that way.

What if I have more than one location?

Opening a corporate account streamlines the process if your business has multiple locations. This offers numerous benefits, including:

  • Standardised pricing
  • Unified billing and reports
  • Centralised dispatching
  • A single point of contact

What types of commercial properties do you work with?

Our extensive network of technicians offers a wealth of experience working with all sorts of commercial properties. Some of the many spaces we can help are:

  • Office buildings
  • Retail stores
  • Restaurants
  • Country clubs
  • Hospitals and medical offices
  • Hotels
  • Multi-family units
  • Senior living facilities

How does scheduling work?

Put simply, our scheduling works with what’s convenient for you. Furniture Medic technicians know your business comes first, so minimal disruption to your customers, staff or tenants is one of our top priorities.

How often should I have a technician visit?

Naturally, the frequency of visits depends on individual needs, and the amount of work to be done. But as a general rule of thumb, we recommend quarterly visits to keep your interior in pristine condition.

Why not do one-off repairs as they happen?

There are numerous benefits to working with Furniture Medic as an extension of your property management team instead of handling issues on a one-off basis. Our highly-skilled technicians have the expertise to repair a wide variety of issues around your property. This means fewer visits, less disruption to your business, and a single point of contact. We also offer straightforward estimates and unified billing, saving you both time and money.

To start working with Furniture Medic, or if you have any further questions about our services, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Find your nearest Furniture Medic business today to find out more, or give us a call on 0800 021 3071.