Sustainability in Office Removals: Meeting Your Clients' Expectations

Ida Gorecka • February 25, 2025

The office removal space is changing fast. Clients aren’t just asking about moving dates or insurance anymore. They’re also becoming more aware of the environmental impact of their office relocations. As businesses face increasing pressure to showcase their sustainability efforts, every part of their move needs to align with their environmental goals. For removal companies like yours, this is a golden opportunity to expand your services and boost project values.


Ready to turn these eco-conscious clients into long-term partners? This article shows you exactly how.

The Growing Demand for Sustainable Office Moves

The game has changed for office removals. Think about your last few client meetings. How many times did sustainability come up?


In the UK alone, over 300 tonnes of used office furniture enter landfills daily. Your clients face mounting pressure to prove they're handling unwanted furniture responsibly - simply sending it to landfill isn't an option anymore. Corporate environmental policies and ESG requirements demand proper documentation and sustainable solutions.


Most removal companies still focus on the basics-just moving the office furniture. But this leaves a big opportunity for companies that want to offer more. By partnering with Coggin SOS and our recycling facility, you can provide complete solutions that solve those client problems, while increasing your project values.


When planning an office move today, you’re likely to hear questions like:


  • "Can these desks be recycled?"
  • "What happens to our old chairs?"
  • "How can we prove everything was disposed of sustainably?"


Being able to answer these questions confidently can turn a simple removal job into a much bigger, value-added service.


Your clients are asking for sustainable office solutions and we're here to help you deliver them. Get in touch to explore our partnership opportunities.

Delivering Complete Sustainable Office Removal Solutions

Our zero-landfill guarantee and comprehensive recycling process easily fit into your removal services. When clients ask about sustainable office furniture disposal, you can offer them professional, reliable solutions. Every item that comes to our facility is carefully assessed:


  • High-quality furniture gets expert refurbishment to original manufacturer standards
  • Materials are sorted into dedicated recycling streams
  • Every step is tracked and documented for full transparency
  • Clients receive detailed savings certificates and reports that prove their environmental impact


Want to see how recycling second-hand office furniture actually saves your clients money? Click here for the full breakdown.

How We Support Your Removal Service with End-to-End Office Furniture Solutions

Our specialist facility offers three valuable options that enhance your removal services. 


We can breathe new life into furniture clients who wish to keep or process unwanted items through professional refurbishment. Our expert team strips items down to the frame, replaces worn components, rebuilds mechanisms, and restores finishes - all backed by a 12-month warranty.


For furniture that can't be refurbished, we operate an end-to-end recycling operation. Our facility processes specific material streams:


  • Specialised plastic processing for reusable materials
  • Metal component separation for remanufacturing
  • Responsible wood recycling
  • Dedicated foam processing streams


Make furniture recycling part of your standard offering. We handle the logistics while you grow your business. Get in touch to learn more about our partnership program

Delivering Office Removal Solutions with Full Documentation

Modern businesses need concrete proof their old office furniture was handled sustainably, without contributing to landfill waste. Through our partnership, you can deliver exactly that. For every project, we provide detailed recycling certificates, material recycling reports, and carbon savings calculations - giving your clients everything they need to meet their environmental goals.


Imagine this: Your client needs to relocate 200 staff but only wants to move 60% of their furniture. Rather than a challenge, this becomes an opportunity to showcase your comprehensive service. You can confidently explain how unwanted items will be professionally processed through our zero-landfill facility, with full documentation provided.


As businesses focus increasingly on environmental impact, removal companies offering sustainable solutions are positioned for success. Partner with Coggin SOS to:

  • Meet growing environmental demands
  • Win more corporate contracts
  • Increase your project values
  • Build stronger client relationships


We work quietly in the background, providing professional processing and comprehensive documentation while you maintain full control of client relationships. The future of office removals includes sustainable solutions - make sure you're ready for it. 


Ready to enhance your removal services? Contact us today to see how we can help you exceed your clients' sustainability expectations.

5 Things Removals Companies Should Know Before Disposing of Old Office Furniture

By Ida Gorecka • April 17, 2025
Did you know that as a removal company, you're missing out on thousands of pounds in potential revenue every time you let old office furniture head to landfill? With over 300 tonnes of used office furniture entering UK landfills daily, your clients are starting to expect more than just transportation from A to B - they want complete, environmentally responsible solutions that protect them from legal liability and fuel their ESG goals. Read this article to find out more about the hidden costs of landfill and why office furniture recycling can save you money and time. Let's break down five essential things you should know before disposing of old office furniture to increase your profits and meet your clients' evolving needs.

What to Do with Your Old Office Furniture: 5 Sustainable and Cost Friendly Solutions

By Ida Gorecka • April 14, 2025
Every business eventually faces the same issue-what to do with old office furniture? Whether you're upgrading, downsizing, or simply refreshing your workspace, the fate of your redundant office furniture matters. Instead of sending it straight to landfill , there are smarter , more cost-effective ways to manage it. By making the right choices, you can save money, align with your company's ESG goals, and do your part to support the circular economy . Here are five easy and sustainable solutions to help you responsibly manage your old office furniture. Want to learn more about sustainable office furniture options and how they can save you money and time? Get in touch with us at Coggin SOS today.

Quality Assurance in Refurbished Office Furniture: What Standards Should You Expect as a Facilities Manager?

By Ida Gorecka • April 9, 2025
Did you know premium office chairs are designed to last 15+ years, yet most are replaced every 5 ? As a facilities manager balancing workspace planning, budget, and sustainability goals, you're constantly challenged to deliver quality affordably. What if you could cut furniture costs in half without compromising quality or ESG targets? Today's refurbished office furniture isn't what you might imagine. Modern refurbishment transforms quality second-hand pieces to look and perform like new, while saving money and reducing your carbon footprint. How can you ensure you're getting genuine quality when choosing refurbished pieces? Let's break down what you should expect when sourcing second-hand office furniture for your next project.