Storage Tips & Advice

  • Fill boxes to capacity, as partially full boxes may tip or collapse
  • Pack heavy items into small boxes so they are easier to lift
  • Label or number boxes so it’s easier for you to find things later
  • Write a comprehensive list of your stored items
  • Protect your fragile goods with bubble wrap
  • Wrap dishes and glasses in tissue paper or bubble wrap before storing
  • Clean garden equipment before storing (must be completely dry)
  • Wrap table legs with bubble wrap before storing them
  • Wardrobe boxes allow you to store clothes on their hangers
  • Place heavy items in to the unit first to provide a good stacking base
  • Plan your storage space, leave items you may need at the front
  • To maximise space stack similar boxes together
  • Do not place heavy items on sofas or mattresses
  • Always place a protective cover over your soft furnishings
  • Stack chairs seat to seat with a blanket between them (provided)
  • Defrost and drain freezers/washers prior to placing them in store
  • Leave refrigerator or freezer doors open for ventilation
  • Wrap pictures and mirrors, stack them on their end, mark them fragile
  • Cover all your belongings with the blankets provide by us free of charge

What can I store?

We can store everything from boxes, furniture, sofas, kitchen appliances, beds, garage contents, garden equipment and more…

  • Piano’s – We can store and move both upright and grand piano’s using piano bogies and grand piano slippers.
  • Antiques – grandfather clocks and a variety of items of unusual size and weights.

What cannot be stored?

Plants – we are able to provide care and protection for your plants, however this service is only provided as a temporary solution. We are unable to take care of any plants on a long-term basis.

Food or perishable goods; combustible or flammable materials or liquids such as gas, paint, petrol, oil, batteries or cleaning solvents; illegal firearms and weapons; explosives & ammunition; chemicals, radioactive materials, biological agents, equipment with fuel in, toxic waste, asbestos or other materials of a potentially dangerous nature; Any item which emits fumes, smell or odour; any illegal substances, illegal items or goods illegally obtained; any living creatures; compressed gasses. Jewellery, ipads, laptops, mobiles and securities should not be placed in storage, as they are not covered by our insurance policy.