How to Disassemble Cubicles in Milwaukee

Whether you're relocating your office, overhauling your floor plan or playing a prank, it can help to know how to disassemble and transport cubicles. Although different makes of cubicle carry their own unique features, some general pointers still apply. If you're disassembling cubicles in Milwaukee, you may want to enlist professional help.

Things You'll Need

• Cubicles
• Screwdriver to match cubicle screws
• Hammer
• A partner

Instructions

1. Remove any computers or other office equipment from the cubicle and the surrounding area.

2. 

   Start by removing any shelves and horizontal surfaces from the cubicle with a screwdriver. These may include shelves and the desktop.

3. Examine the cubicle walls to find the points of attachment. Sometimes these are located on the tops of the cubicle walls and may be covered by plastic strips that slide or snap off. Remove any cosmetic or protective coverings, find any screws, and remove with a screwdriver. Have a partner hold the cubicle stable as you remove the walls.

4. Disconnect interlocking cubicle walls by lifting and removing any tabs or hooks from slots in an adjoining cubicle.

5. Repeat this process until all cubicles are disassembled.

Tips & Warnings

• If you're looking to unload cubicles, it may help to enlist the services of a moving or office-supplies company. Rockford, Ill.-based Office Works will store, buy back, trade or broker office furniture in Milwaukee. Milwaukee-based Bern Office Systems provides office installation and reconfiguration services. National Business Furniture offers free design service to help determine a proper office layout as you reconfigure. Some moving companies or day laborers may also be able to help. Post an ad on Craigslist in search of office furniture moving services.

• Compare prices and evaluate the best option.

• Do not disassemble a cubicle from the inside, as the walls may fall on you. Do not stand on interior cubicle surfaces for risk of falling. Enlist a friend to help stabilize the cubicle as you disassemble.

References

• "Office Works"; A Quick Look at Some Frequently Asked Questions; 2004
• "Keith and the Girl Forums"; Take Apart a Cubicle; December 2007
• "Christofferson Moving & Storage"; Office / Industrial / Commercial
• "National Business Furniture"; Free Design Services