Business Details
39 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Office Furniture Installation Services in Iowa
T & M Services has been delivering professional office solutions since 1987, combining the efficiency of a large corporation with the personalized approach of a family-owned business. Founded as Iowa's first independent installation company, we've built a legacy of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork while modernizing our operations to drive growth and innovation. Our team specializes in furniture installation, office relocations, and reconfigurations, serving commercial, healthcare, hospitality, and government sectors nationwide. With a proven five-step project process, we ensure seamless execution through daily progress reports and final walkthroughs.Our core values emphasize hard work, honesty, and customer satisfaction, supported by a leadership team with decades of industry experience. We maintain nationwide service capabilities through traveling crews and affiliated installers while prioritizing local expertise in our core Midwest markets. Our commitment extends beyond business through community support initiatives that have donated over $75,000 to local organizations in recent years.
Services
Furniture Installation
Office Relocations
Reconfigurations
Project Management
Furniture Cleaning
Window Treatments
Furniture Moving
Decommissioning
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of specialized experience in commercial furniture installation services
- Our proven five-step project process ensures seamless execution from planning to completion
- Nationwide service capabilities with local expertise in Midwest markets
- Dedicated project teams provide daily progress updates with on-site documentation
- Comprehensive solutions covering installation, reconfiguration, and office decommissioning
What people say
On-time, on-budget work
Expertise in tackling challenges
Seamless support
Remarkable attention to detail
Highly responsive in emergencies
Services
Furniture Installation
Our furniture installation service handles complete office setups including receiving, storage, assembly, and placement of workstations, cubicles, and modular systems. We coordinate with building management to ensure smooth access and compliance with facility requirements while providing final cleanup to leave spaces move-in ready. Our experienced technicians work with all furniture brands and can accommodate after-hours installations to minimize business disruption.
Office Relocations
We specialize in full office relocations that maintain business continuity through strategic planning and phased execution. Our process includes inventory management, secure transportation, and precise reinstallation of workspaces while protecting equipment and infrastructure. We coordinate with IT departments for seamless technology integration and offer temporary storage solutions to accommodate scheduling challenges during transition periods.
Reconfigurations
Our reconfiguration services transform existing office layouts to improve functionality without requiring new furniture purchases. We modify cubicle arrangements, update panel systems, and reorganize workspaces to optimize space utilization. This cost-effective solution maintains furniture value while adapting to changing business needs through expert disassembly, modification, and reinstallation processes.
Project Management
We provide end-to-end project management for complex installations with dedicated teams handling scheduling, resource allocation, and quality control. Our system includes daily progress reporting with photographic documentation and digital punch list tracking to ensure timely completion. We coordinate all aspects from initial planning through final walkthroughs, maintaining clear communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Decommissioning
Our decommissioning service handles complete office wind-down operations including furniture removal, asset inventory, and space restoration. We manage equipment salvage, recycling programs, and donation coordination while maintaining strict chain-of-custody documentation. This comprehensive solution prepares vacated spaces for landlord turnover requirements while maximizing residual value recovery from existing office assets.
People
Tony Schmalz
President & Owner
With commercial interiors experience since 1992, Tony purchased T & M Services in 2013 after prior business ownership in subcontracting. He has driven significant growth through operational modernization while maintaining the company's founding values.
Tim Bishop
Business Development Director
A 40-year industry veteran, Tim has led major projects like Camp Dodge and established branch offices in Cedar Rapids and Quad Cities. He previously owned Southwest Business Installation in Las Vegas and served as IFMA Eastern Iowa Chapter president.
Kevin Wilson
Regional Director
Since joining in 2007, Kevin has managed nationwide projects while overseeing Cedar Rapids and Des Moines operations. His expertise in modular furniture systems contributes to successful implementations across diverse commercial environments.
Diana Wegner
Business Support Director
Diana brings service industry expertise and commercial door/hardware estimating background to optimize internal systems. She develops training programs and ensures efficient support for installation teams and management from the Des Moines location.
Sara Shinn
Human Resources Director
Since joining in 2024, Sara drives organizational development with SHRM-CP certification and a Master's in Human Resource Management. She focuses on strategic HR initiatives that enhance performance and employee engagement across the company's multiple locations.
Questions
What office furniture services do you offer?
We provide complete furniture installation, reconfiguration, relocation, and decommissioning services for commercial spaces.
Can you handle projects outside Iowa?
Yes, we directly service Iowa, Nebraska, and Illinois with nationwide capabilities through traveling crews and affiliated installers.
Do you work with all furniture brands?
As an independent provider, we install furniture from any manufacturer including major commercial brands.
Can you install used or refurbished furniture?
Yes, we recommend early involvement to address potential part shortages in used furniture installations.
Do you offer after-hours installation?
Yes, we schedule evening and weekend work to minimize business disruption during office changes.
What insurance coverage do you have?
We maintain General Liability, Workers Comp, Commercial Auto, and Umbrella policies meeting all standard requirements.