Storage

Storage in Docklands with Docklands Movers

At Docklands Movers, we provide safe, flexible storage solutions for families, students, landlords and businesses across Docklands and the surrounding areas. Whether you need short-term storage between moves or a longer-term option to free up space, we combine secure facilities with a reliable, professional removals team to handle the full process for you.

Local Storage Expertise in Docklands

Based in and around Docklands, we understand the pressures of city living: limited space, tight move-out dates, building access restrictions and busy schedules. Our storage services are designed around local realities – from high-rise flats and new-build developments to riverside offices and student accommodation.

We know the parking rules, building management requirements and lift restrictions common in Docklands properties, so we plan your collection and return to storage with minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

Store furniture and personal belongings while you decorate, downsize or wait for your purchase to complete. We can collect from your current home, store securely, then deliver to your new address when you’re ready.

Renters

If your tenancy dates don’t quite line up, or you’re moving into temporary accommodation, our storage gives you a safe place for your items without paying rent on an extra property. We handle all lifting, packing and transport.

Landlords

Need to clear or rotate furniture between lets, or store items during refurbishment? We offer flexible storage periods and can collect from and return to multiple properties across Docklands as needed.

Businesses

Our storage is ideal for office furniture, files, archive boxes, seasonal stock, event equipment and marketing materials. We provide fully insured transport, detailed inventories and scheduled access or redelivery to your premises.

Students

Moving out of halls or shared housing between terms? Avoid hauling everything home. We’ll collect your boxes, bikes and small furniture, store them safely, and deliver back at the start of term or to a new address.

What Our Storage Service Includes

With Docklands Movers, you can choose a simple storage-only option or a full collection, storage and redelivery service.

Items Commonly Stored

• Household furniture – sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables, chairs
• White goods – fridges, freezers, washing machines, tumble dryers
• Boxes of personal belongings, books, clothes and kitchenware
• Electronics – TVs, monitors, PCs, printers (carefully wrapped)
• Office furniture and filing cabinets
• Archive boxes, documents and business records
• Sports equipment, bikes and hobby items
• Non-perishable stock and promotional materials

Items We Cannot Store

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, we cannot store:

• Perishable food or anything that may attract pests
• Flammable, hazardous or corrosive materials (e.g. fuel, gas bottles, paints, chemicals)
• Illegal items, stolen goods or contraband
• Live animals or plants
• Cash, precious metals or high-value jewellery
• Explosives, fireworks or weapons

If you’re unsure whether an item is suitable for storage, we’ll advise you during the survey stage.

How Our Storage Process Works

1. Enquiry & Quotation

Contact us by phone, email or enquiry form with a brief outline of what you need to store, where from, and for how long. We’ll ask some simple questions about volume, access, dates and any special requirements. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quotation outlining collection, storage and redelivery options.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For anything more than a few items, we’ll arrange a virtual or onsite survey. This lets us accurately assess the volume, check access, and identify any fragile or unusual items. It means we can choose the right vehicle, team size, packing materials and storage space, helping avoid surprises on the day.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack your own boxes, or our trained team can provide a full or partial packing service. We use quality cartons, export-grade wrap and protective covers for furniture and mattresses. All items entering storage are labelled clearly and inventoried for ease of tracking and future redelivery.

4. Loading & Transport to Storage

On collection day, our uniformed, professional movers arrive at the agreed time, protect floors and key access routes, and carefully load your belongings. Everything is secured in the vehicle and transported directly to our storage facility under goods in transit insurance cover.

5. Unloading, Storage & Future Redelivery

At the facility, your goods are unloaded, placed into clean, dry storage units or containers and stacked safely. When you’re ready to receive them back, simply contact us to arrange redelivery. We can deliver to the same address or a completely new one, within Docklands or further afield.

Transparent Storage Pricing

We believe in clear, straightforward pricing. Your total cost typically consists of:

• Collection charge – based on vehicle size, team size and access
• Monthly storage fee – based on the volume of items and length of stay
• Optional packing materials and packing service
• Redelivery charge – when you’re ready for your items back

We’ll explain each element in plain language and confirm everything in writing before you commit. There are no hidden extras for basic handling or standard access; any optional services will be clearly itemised.

Why Use Professional Storage Instead of DIY?

Many people start by looking at hiring a van or using a casual man-and-van, but professional storage through Docklands Movers offers several advantages:

• Trained teams who know how to handle heavy and fragile items safely
• Use of the correct packing materials and protective covers
• Fully insured transport and storage, giving you proper protection
• Accurate inventories and organised loading to simplify redelivery
• Reliable timings – we turn up when agreed and work efficiently

DIY approaches often underestimate time, risk and physical effort. A professional service reduces the chance of damage, injury and unnecessary stress.

Insurance & Professional Standards

Your belongings are important, and we treat them that way. Docklands Movers operates to clear professional standards:

• Goods in transit insurance covering your items during collection and redelivery
• Public liability cover for work carried out on your premises and at the storage facility
• Trained moving teams with experience handling a wide range of household and business items
• Uniformed staff, sign-written vehicles and documented procedures

We’re happy to explain our cover limits and can discuss options if you have particularly high-value or specialist items.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We focus on both protection and responsible working practices. Furniture is wrapped and covered, mattresses are bagged, and delicate items receive extra padding. We use reusable protective materials wherever possible and recycle cardboard and plastics through local schemes. Route planning is done carefully to minimise unnecessary mileage and emissions, and we maintain our vehicles to ensure they run efficiently and reliably.

Real-World Storage Use Cases

Moving House

If you’re stuck in a chain or your completion date has slipped, storage can bridge the gap. We collect from your current home, store securely, and deliver straight to your new property once you have the keys, keeping everything under one roof and one point of contact.

Office Relocation

When refurbishing or relocating an office, you may not want all furniture and equipment on-site at once. We can remove non-essential items into storage, then phase delivery as your new space is ready, helping reduce clutter and disruption to your team.

Urgent or Short-Notice Moves

Life doesn’t always run to plan. If you need to vacate a property quickly, we can often arrange fast collection into storage, buying you time to decide your next steps. This is particularly helpful for landlords, renters facing sudden tenancy changes, or businesses dealing with unexpected building works.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage with collection cost?

Costs depend on three main factors: how much you’re storing, how long for, and how complex the collection and redelivery are. We base storage fees on the volume of your goods, measured during the survey, and charge a separate fee for collection and eventual redelivery. Shorter-term storage may be billed weekly, while longer stays are usually monthly. We’ll provide a clear written quote before you decide, outlining each part of the cost so you can compare options and choose what fits your budget.

Can you provide same-day or urgent storage in Docklands?

Where schedules and availability allow, we can often arrange same-day or next-day collection into storage, particularly within Docklands and nearby areas. The more detail you can provide when you call – such as item list, access, and any time restrictions – the easier it is for us to respond quickly. While we can’t guarantee same-day slots every time, we will always be honest about what’s achievable and may suggest practical alternatives if your ideal timing isn’t available.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance during collection and redelivery, and we hold public liability cover for work at your premises and our facility. Standard storage carries cover up to a set limit per consignment. We’ll explain these limits and how they apply to your items. If you have particularly high-value pieces or specialist equipment, we can discuss additional cover options or work with your own insurer to make sure you’re comfortable with the arrangements.

What’s included in your storage service?

Our storage service can be tailored, but typically includes collection by a professional removals team, protective wrapping of furniture, secure transport to our facility, placement into clean, dry storage and basic inventorying. Redelivery is arranged when you need your items back. Optional extras include full or partial packing, supply of boxes and materials, and out-of-hours collection where feasible. We’ll confirm exactly what is and isn’t included in your quote so you know precisely what to expect on the day.

How is this different from using a man-and-van and self storage?

A casual man-and-van will usually just provide transport, with limited or no insurance, and you’re often responsible for all lifting and organising at a self storage site. With Docklands Movers, you get trained staff, proper handling, protective materials, fully insured transport and structured storage with inventories. We manage the entire process end-to-end, reducing the risk of damage, confusion over what’s stored where, and the physical strain on you. It’s a more controlled, accountable and dependable service.

How far in advance should I book storage?

For planned moves or refurbishments, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance, especially if you need collection on a Friday, weekend or month-end, when demand is highest. That said, we regularly help clients at much shorter notice when circumstances change unexpectedly. The earlier you contact us, the more choice you’ll have on dates and times, but don’t hesitate to call even if your deadline is very close – we’ll always do our best to find a workable solution.