A Look Inside the Smarter Install Process
When it comes to student housing projects, there’s no room for guesswork. Install days need to be fast, efficient, and frustration-free — for you, your team, and your future residents.
That’s why at Smarter Furnishings, contract furniture installation is more than a service, it’s a process we’ve refined over time to deliver consistently smooth results. Whether we’re furnishing brand-new properties or updating existing units, our dedicated install team brings careful planning, clear communication, and confident execution to every step.
What Smarter Installations Mean for You
To us, the “smarter way” to handle furniture installs means you receive…
One Dedicated Contact, Start to Finish
Within just a few days of placing your order, you’ll be introduced to your dedicated Project Manager — the person overseeing every step of your installation. Having one main point of contact means no unnecessary back-and-forth or confusion, and it allows us to keep communication clear and efficient from day one.
Throughout the process, this point of contact will provide you with real-time updates as key milestones are reached. If a truck is scheduled, a delivery is confirmed, or your furniture leaves our warehouse, you’ll know about it the moment it happens. Because we want you to feel confident and informed at every turn.
Proactive Site Prep (Before Arriving on Install Days)
Long before the first truck arrives, we’re working behind the scenes to set your install up for success. For larger projects, your Smarter Furnishings project manager visits your site weeks (or even months) in advance to:
- Review your site layout and building plans
- Identify optimal truck access points
- Locate the best positions for dumpsters and staging
- Assess any potential site restrictions or challenges
How does this approach help you and your team?
By planning ahead and addressing potential challenges early, we arrive on-site fully prepared with no last-minute surprises. This proactive approach not only saves time, it also helps keep your operations running smoothly by minimizing disruptions to staff, residents, and day-to-day business during installation.
Detailed Schedules, Provided Ahead of Time
Once we’ve completed our site prep, you can expect to receive a detailed install schedule that details exactly what’s happening and when. These schedules are customized based on the size and scope of your project, and we’ll update you promptly if anything changes along the way.
Whether your install takes a single day or several days, our team coordinates carefully to deliver a seamless, phased install that keeps your entire project on track.
A Final Walkthrough to Check Every Box
At the end of each installation, we conduct a thorough walkthrough with the property manager to make sure every space meets our standards… and yours! That means all furniture is properly placed, assembled, cleaned, and ready for residents to walk in and feel at home.
This final step isn’t just a formality, it’s how we confirm that every detail has been addressed, every expectation has been met, and no box goes left unchecked.
Not sure what to do with old furniture?
Ask About Furniture Removal & Disposal
Added value alert! If you need help clearing out old furniture before the new pieces arrive on install day, we’ve got you covered. Upon request, our on-site install team is happy to handle the removal and disposal of your old pieces.
If you’d like to add this service to your project, we’ll plan ahead to remove the old furniture and, when possible, coordinate donations through partners like the Chicago Furniture Bank, which helps keep usable pieces out of landfills by giving them a second life.
Your Partner for Smarter Installations
Whether you’re furnishing a single property or rolling out installations across multiple locations, Smarter Furnishings is here to make the process seamless. Our team brings preparation, precision, and professionalism to every install, so you can stay focused on what comes next.
Planning your next project? Book a virtual demo to get started or follow us on social media (@smarterfurnishings) to learn more.