If you are looking at offices in Chippenham, our guide to getting started is here to help. Read on to find out more.

There are many reasons for people thinking about using an office space. Many more people in the UK are starting their own businesses and having a designated work space allows for better focus and productivity. Also, having a designated office or workspace allows for growth within the business. 

Along with this, many people, nowadays, work from home. This is a great set-up for many but some people struggle with elements of it. Not being able to switch off from work, feeling isolated and a lack of a dedicated workspace are just some of the reasons why working from home is hard for some people. There are solutions to all of these issues, one of which being to create or find a dedicated workspace. Having an office space would be an excellent solution. 

But, before signing on the dotted line to rent an office, you need to know what you should be looking for. This article will guide you through how to get started looking and renting an office in the Chippenham area. 

Determine Your Needs 

Firstly, you need to really think about what you need from your office. You need to think about how much space you need, thinking about the here and now but also considering where you hope to be in the near future. 

You also need to think about what are the essential features for you and your workspace. These will be different for everyone but could be things such as high-speed internet or meeting rooms. 

Set Your Budget

Now you have a strong grasp on what you need from your office, it is time to think about your budget. 

With managed and serviced offices, like ours at Cinch Self Storage Chippenham, many essentials are included in the price, such as internet, utilities, cleaning and maintenance. If you decide on a more traditional office space, you will need to factor in that you will be paying extra for all these services. 

Think About The Right Location

Finding the right Chippenham location is crucial. With the right location, you will have convenient access to the office itself, along with convenient access to transport links. You will also want to be close to local amenities such as shops and cafes. 

Our offices are just a five minute drive from the centre of Chippenham and from Chippenham train station. There are also many buses, such as the 44A, that will take you from the centre of Chippenham to our offices in just 12 minutes. 

Along with our offices being easy to get to there are also many amenities in the area such as a variety of local restaurants like Irie Flavas and The Harvest Coffee Shop. 

Start Your Search For Offices In Chippenham 

When you have all of the above sorted, it is time to begin your search for offices in Chippenham. Online platforms, such as Rightmove, are a great place to look but you could also talk to a local estate agent. 

When you have some offices in mind, you must make sure to go and visit them. This will allow you to see if the office will really work for you as a workspace. 

Read Online Reviews 

Before you deduce on an office space, it is a good idea to read reviews, if they are available. We have many 5* reviews for our Chippenham store, including this one from David Head:

“Unlike too many other self-storage facilities, Cinch Storage Chippenham has staff on-site to deal with enquiries and offer newcomers a guide to the facility. This was a big plus for me. I actually spoke to a very helpful, on-site representative (Paul) when I called to ask about availability, and Andrew couldn’t have been more helpful when I turned up to select an appropriate storage unit. The facility is modern, clean and well maintained. It’s just what I was looking for.” 

We also have many case studies in which our customers have nothing but praise for the service they have received within our Chippenham store. Philip Reade, project manager for Waste Not, Want Not, had this to say about our Chippenham team: 

“It was a pleasant surprise to find someone like Andew who has great empathy for people like our customers. He was happy to help us and we were happy to have him help us. The experience has been excellent. Andrew gave me a guided tour and took me through procedures to gain access and set alarms. It all works very well and is good value all round.”

We take pride in offering excellent customer service, alongside excellent and safe facilities.  

Read Through Lease Terms 

Once you have the office that is right for you, you will want to review the lease terms carefully, really taking into consideration whether or not the terms work for you. 

In many traditional office spaces, you will have to sign a fixed lease which will state you will be renting and paying for the office for a certain period of time which, with traditional offices is usually a number of years. No matter what happens with you or your business, you will be expected to pay for this office space until your lease expires.

Serviced offices, like what we offer at Cinch Self Storage Chippenham, come with flexible leases. This will give you the freedom to not worry about being trapped in an office in Chippenham that no longer works for you or that you no longer need. Speak with the storage team about notice periods as even with flexible leases, you will need to give some notice before leaving. If you don’t do this, you may experience charges. 

If you don’t understand parts of your lease, speak with the team. Our Chippenham team is always happy to answer any questions you may have.. If you are really concerned about any parts of the lease, you may want to consider speaking with a lawyer. 

Getting Started With Offices In Chippenham 

When it comes to getting started with offices in Chippenham, there are many things that you need to think about. You need to determine your needs, thinking about how much space you need now whilst taking into consideration your plans for the future. After you determine your needs, you need to think about your budget and what location will be convenient for you and everyone who will be needing convenient access to your office. 

Once you have this all figured out, you need to begin your search for potential offices, via online platforms or through local estate agents. Once you have found offices, you must visit them so you can see if they will really work for you and your needs. 

When you have it narrowed down to one, you must make sure to properly read the lease terms, asking questions if you need help to understand it. 

We hope you have found this article helpful. If you would like to know more about our offices in Chippenham, please give us a call on: 01249 736 398 or head to our website.