Storage Services by Man with Van - Removal Services

Secure, Flexible Storage Solutions You Can Rely On

At Man with Van - Removal Services, we provide safe, convenient storage for households and businesses who need extra space, short or long term. Whether you are between homes, renovating, downsizing, or simply decluttering, our professional storage service is designed to keep your belongings protected, organised and easy to access when you need them.

As a long-established removals company, we combine secure storage facilities with a carefully managed collection and delivery service handled by trained, experienced movers.

Local Storage Expertise in Your Area

We understand how moves and storage work in your local area. From restricted access streets and parking issues to busy move-in days and term times, we plan around real-world conditions to make storage as smooth as possible.

Our teams know the local housing stock, typical property layouts and common access challenges. That means we can recommend the right size storage space, the best collection times and the most efficient way to prepare your items for safe storage.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

If you are selling, renovating or waiting for your new property to complete, our storage service keeps furniture, appliances and personal items secure until you are ready. We can collect from your current home and deliver to your new address on your chosen date.

Renters

Renters often face fixed move-out dates that do not match move-in dates. Our storage is ideal for short gaps between tenancies, storing full flat contents or just a few key items. We handle the heavy lifting and keep everything logged and clearly labelled.

Landlords

Landlords use our storage to hold furniture during refurbishments, change of tenancy, or when converting between furnished and unfurnished lets. We provide reliable, documented collections and returns, supporting inventory management and compliance.

Businesses

We support offices, shops and commercial clients with secure storage for archives, stock, furniture, exhibition materials and equipment. Flexible terms allow you to scale space up or down as your needs change, without long leases or hidden extras.

Students

Students benefit from short-term storage during summer breaks, placements or semesters abroad. We can collect boxed belongings from halls or shared houses and return them to your next address when term starts.

What We Can Store

Our storage service is suitable for most typical household and business items, including:

• Furniture – beds, sofas, wardrobes, tables, chairs
• Appliances – washing machines, fridges, freezers (defrosted and dry)
• Boxes and personal items – books, clothes, ornaments, kitchenware
• Office contents – desks, chairs, filing cabinets, IT equipment (securely packed)
• Stock and materials – boxed, palletised or racked as required
• Sports and hobby equipment – bicycles, camping gear, non-flammable items

Items We Cannot Store

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, we are unable to store certain items. These typically include:

• Perishable goods, food and anything that may attract pests
• Flammable, explosive or hazardous materials (including gas cylinders and fuels)
• Illegal items or anything obtained unlawfully
• Live animals or plants
• Cash, high-value jewellery or important documents best kept in a safe or bank

If you are unsure whether something can be stored, just ask – we will give clear guidance before collection.

How Our Storage Service Works – Step by Step

1. Enquiry & Quote

You contact us with details of what you need to store and for how long. We discuss your circumstances, access at your property and any specific concerns. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quote covering collection, storage and redelivery.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For larger moves or whole-property storage, we arrange a short virtual or onsite survey. This allows us to assess volume, parking, access (stairs, lifts, narrow doors) and any items needing special handling. It helps us allocate the right vehicle, staff and storage space and prevents surprises on the day.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack yourself, or choose our professional packing service. Our team uses strong boxes, wrapping materials and protective covers to safeguard your belongings. Furniture is wrapped and, where needed, carefully dismantled. Each item or box is labelled so we can quickly locate it in storage and return it to you correctly.

4. Loading & Transport

On collection day, our trained movers arrive on time, protect floors and doorways where necessary, and load your items systematically. We use removal blankets, straps and trolleys to minimise risk and ensure safe handling. Your belongings are transported in our fully insured vehicles directly to our storage facility.

5. Unloading, Storage & Future Redelivery

At the storage facility, we unload carefully, stack items securely and record their location. Your possessions remain protected and undisturbed until you are ready for them back. When you request redelivery, we schedule a convenient date, load your items and place them in the correct rooms at your new property or premises.

Transparent, Fair Pricing

We believe storage costs should be easy to understand. Our quotes clearly separate:

• Collection and transport charges
• Weekly or monthly storage fees based on volume
• Optional services such as packing, furniture assembly and materials

There are no hidden fees for standard access or basic handling. If your needs change – for example, you add or remove items – we adjust your storage plan and costs accordingly and explain any difference in advance.

Why Professional Storage Beats DIY or Casual Man-and-Van

Using a professional removals and storage company is about more than just getting items from A to B. We offer:

• Trained teams who understand lifting, loading and protection techniques
• Goods in transit insurance and appropriate public liability cover
• Structured inventories and labelling so nothing is misplaced
• Secure, monitored storage spaces – not ad-hoc garages or sheds
• Proper equipment – blankets, dollies, straps and specialist covers

DIY or a casual man-and-van may be cheaper on paper, but the risk of damage, lost items or poor security can easily outweigh any saving.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Your belongings are important, both financially and emotionally. Our service is built around protection and accountability:

• Goods in transit insurance while we are moving your items to and from storage
• Public liability cover for work in and around your property
• Trained, professional movers following safe handling practices
• Documented terms and conditions so you know exactly where you stand

We are always happy to explain our insurance cover in plain language and help you decide whether you also need any additional cover through your own policy.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We treat your belongings as if they were our own. That means careful wrapping, secure stacking and considerate handling in every part of the process. Where possible, we use reusable transit blankets, durable crates and responsibly sourced packing materials to reduce waste.

We also plan routes efficiently to cut unnecessary mileage and emissions, while still keeping to agreed collection and delivery times. Our aim is to provide a high standard of service with a measured, responsible approach.

Real-World Storage Use Cases

Moving House

Chains falling through, completion delays or last-minute changes are common. Short-term storage gives you breathing space, allowing you to move out on time while we hold your contents safely until the new keys are in your hand.

Office and Business Moves

Businesses often need phased moves, refurbishments or temporary downsizing. We can store surplus furniture, archived files or seasonal stock, then return them in stages to suit your schedule and minimise downtime.

Urgent and Short-Notice Storage

Life does not always give much warning. We regularly help clients who have to vacate quickly due to tenancy changes, emergencies or unexpected circumstances. Subject to availability, we can provide same-day or short-notice collection and get your items safely into storage while you make longer-term plans.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage cost?

Storage costs depend mainly on the volume of items, the length of time you need storage for, and whether you require collection and redelivery. We typically charge a collection fee, a weekly or monthly storage rate based on space used, and a redelivery fee at the end. Optional services such as packing, materials and furniture assembly are priced separately. We always provide a clear written quote before you commit, so you know exactly what you will pay and can adjust the level of service to suit your budget.

Can you offer same-day or urgent storage?

In many cases, yes. If we have vehicle and storage capacity available, we can arrange same-day or short-notice collection and storage. This is particularly useful if you have a sudden change of circumstances, such as a tenancy ending, a chain delay or emergency repairs. The sooner you contact us, the better we can plan. We will explain what options are realistic for the timescale and be upfront about any additional costs linked to urgent arrangements or out-of-hours work.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Your belongings are covered by our goods in transit insurance while we are transporting them, and we hold public liability cover for work at your property. Storage cover itself may be provided either through our policy or, in some cases, via your own home or business insurance. We will explain exactly what is included and give you written details so you can check with your insurer if needed. If you have high-value items, it is important to declare these so we can confirm appropriate cover limits.

What is included in your storage service?

Our standard storage service includes professional collection of your items, careful loading and transport to our facility, secure storage for the agreed period, and redelivery to your chosen address. We provide basic protection such as blankets and wrapping for furniture as standard. You can add optional extras such as full packing, dismantling and reassembly of furniture, and packing materials. We also maintain an inventory so we can track your goods accurately. All inclusions and options are set out clearly in your personalised quote.

How is this different from a basic man-and-van service?

A casual man-and-van typically offers transport only, with limited or no insurance, no long-term storage, and little accountability if something goes wrong. Our service combines professional removals with secure, monitored storage. We use trained teams, proper equipment, structured inventories and documented terms. Your belongings are protected throughout, not left in unregulated spaces. While a basic man-and-van might suit a very small, local job, most people prefer the reassurance and standards of a dedicated removals and storage company for anything more than a few items.

How far in advance should I book storage?

We recommend booking as early as you can, especially during busy periods such as the end of the month, Fridays and university term changes. Booking in advance gives you more choice of dates and time slots, and helps us plan the right space and resources. That said, we understand that plans can change quickly, so we will always do our best to accommodate short-notice requests. Even if your dates are not fixed yet, it is worth getting in touch to discuss options and provisional arrangements.