List Large Furniture Before Choosing Storage.
Write down the largest items first: sofas, tables, wardrobes, equipment or anything awkward to move. Then add an approximate box count. You do not need an exact inventory to start a conversation, but a rough list is more useful than guessing a container size.
Measure unusually large pieces and say whether furniture can be dismantled. Mention items that are heavy, delicate, valuable or sensitive to temperature and moisture. These details help us discuss suitability as well as space.
Plan Storage Space For The Access You Need.
Will everything stay packed until one final collection, or will you be coming back for individual items? If you need regular access, allow room to move between belongings rather than filling every gap.
Think about anything you may add during the stay. We will discuss the space available and the current price. Exact dimensions, availability and suitability should be confirmed with us before you arrange transport.
Pack Belongings Clean, Dry And Clearly Labelled.
Clean and dry belongings before packing them. Use boxes that are suitable for their contents and avoid making them too heavy to handle safely. Label the side as well as the top so the information is visible when boxes are stacked.
Keep furniture fixings in labelled bags, protect vulnerable corners and use appropriate covers. Our containers are not climate-controlled rooms, so discuss moisture-sensitive and temperature-sensitive belongings before deciding to store them.
Keep essentials, important personal documents and anything you need every day with you. It is easy to pack something you later wish had stayed close at hand.
Load Your Container For Easier Collections.
Put the things you will want first near the front. Keep a clear route to items that need regular access and arrange stable stacks that can be reached safely. Do not bury a small box you need every week beneath a whole room of furniture.
Make a simple inventory or take photographs of the layout once loaded. If someone else may help with collections, speak to us about the access arrangements before planning their visit. Customers hold their own key and have 24/7 access after setup.
Confirm Storage Before Booking Your Transport.
Speak to us to confirm your booking and first arrival arrangements. Tell us about a large removal vehicle, awkward items or anything that may affect unloading. Plan your own transport and the help needed to move the belongings.
Bring your belongings to 1 Carlbury Road, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6BH. Arrange your first arrival with us before travelling, so we can explain where to go and how access works.
Check The Storage Price And Booking Terms.
Container storage is £25 per week. We'll explain payment arrangements, the minimum rental period and notice terms before you book. Tell us how long you expect to need the space and ask about anything you are unsure of.
Check your insurance cover before booking. Ask us about any goods with special requirements, including fuels, gas cylinders, chemicals or batteries, before bringing them to the site.
An enquiry is the start of the conversation. Your space is only reserved when the booking arrangements are agreed and confirmed. If plans change, let us know as soon as possible.