Storage

Secure Storage in {area} with Kennington Removals

At Kennington Removals, we provide secure, flexible storage solutions in {area} for homes and businesses that need extra space, short or long term. As an experienced removals and storage company, we collect, protect and store your belongings with the same care we use on every move.

Professional Storage Services in {area}

Our {area} storage service is designed to be simple, safe and predictable. We collect your items from your property, carefully wrap and protect them, and place them into our clean, dry and secure storage facility. When you are ready, we deliver everything back to you, exactly where you need it.

Unlike self-storage where you do all the heavy lifting yourself, our service is run by trained, professional teams who handle every stage. Your goods remain sealed, itemised and covered by our goods in transit insurance and liability cover while in our care.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

Ideal if you are selling, renovating or decluttering. Store furniture, appliances, boxes and seasonal items safely away from dust and damage while you create space at home.

Renters

Perfect for short-term lets, moving between rentals or house shares. Keep your belongings secure between tenancies without committing to a long lease or overfilling a smaller flat.

Landlords

Use our storage when changing tenants, refurbishing or converting properties. We can remove and store furniture, white goods and soft furnishings while work is carried out, then return them when you are ready.

Businesses

Suited to offices, shops and trades. Store archives, surplus stock, exhibition materials, office furniture and equipment. Our commercial storage options in {area} help you keep your workplace clear and compliant.

Students

Handy if you are between terms, studying abroad or changing accommodation. We collect boxes, suitcases, bikes and small furniture and store them safely until you return.

What We Can Store

We can store most household and business items, including:

• Household furniture – sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables and chairs
• Appliances – washing machines, fridges (defrosted), cookers and microwaves
• Boxes, bags and plastic containers
• Office furniture and filing cabinets
• IT equipment and electronics (suitably packed)
• Tools, trade equipment and displays
• Sports equipment and bicycles
• Seasonal items – Christmas decorations, garden furniture and camping gear

Items We Cannot Store

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

• Perishable or unwrapped food and drink
• Flammable, explosive or hazardous materials (paint, fuel, gas cylinders, chemicals)
• Illegal goods or stolen property
• Live animals or plants
• Cash, high-value jewellery or important documents that should be kept with you
• Firearms, ammunition or weapons

If you are unsure whether we can store a particular item, we will clarify this before collection so everything remains compliant and fully covered.

Our Step-by-Step Storage Process

1. Enquiry & Quote

You contact Kennington Removals with details of what you need to store, where you are in {area}, and how long you expect to need storage. We discuss volumes, access, any awkward items and timings, then provide a clear, no-obligation quotation tailored to your requirements.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For larger loads, we carry out a video or onsite survey. This allows us to estimate the storage volume accurately, assess access (stairs, lifts, parking) and plan the right team and vehicle. Proper planning helps you avoid paying for unused space and ensures a smooth collection day.

3. Packing & Preparation

On collection day, our trained crew arrives with all necessary materials. We can provide a full packing service or work alongside your own packing. Furniture is wrapped in transit blankets or export wrap, mattresses are bagged, and fragile items are carefully protected. Everything is labelled and inventoried for easy retrieval later.

4. Loading & Transport

We professionally load your belongings onto our vehicles, securing them to prevent movement in transit. Your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance while being transported from your property in {area} to our storage facility. We handle all lifting, manoeuvring and logistics.

5. Unloading, Storage & Future Delivery

At the facility, your items are unloaded, placed into sealed containers or allocated areas and stored in a clean, dry, monitored environment. When you are ready for redelivery, you simply contact us to arrange a suitable date. We retrieve, load and deliver your belongings, placing items in the rooms you specify.

Transparent, Fair Pricing

We believe storage should be straightforward and predictable. Our pricing is based on:

• The volume of goods stored (cubic footage or container size)
• Length of storage term (short or long term)
• Collection and redelivery distances from {area}
• Any additional services, such as professional packing or dismantling

We explain all costs clearly before you commit, so you know exactly what your monthly storage fee includes. There are no hidden charges for basic access, and we can discuss discounts for longer-term or business storage contracts.

Why Choose Professional Storage Over DIY or Man-and-Van?

Using a professional removals and storage company like Kennington Removals means:

• Professional handling – trained teams use the correct lifting and packing techniques.
• Fully insured – your belongings are protected during collection, transport and storage.
• Proper inventory – every item is logged, making retrieval straightforward.
• Purpose-built facilities – clean, dry, secure and monitored, not just a garage or lock-up.
• Consistency – the same company manages collection, storage and redelivery.

In contrast, DIY or casual man-and-van arrangements often lack adequate insurance, proper packing materials and reliable accountability if something goes wrong.

Insurance and Professional Standards

As a responsible removals and storage provider, we operate to professional standards throughout:

• Goods in transit insurance covering your items while we collect and deliver
• Public liability cover for work in and around your property
• Trained storage and removals teams, experienced with fragile and bulky items
• Documented inventories and clear labelling for traceability

We will explain the scope and limits of cover in plain language and can advise if you need additional specialist insurance for particularly high-value items.

Care, Protection and Sustainable Practices

We treat your belongings with the same care we would our own. Furniture is wrapped, strapped and protected. Boxes are stacked properly to avoid crushing. The facility is regularly inspected and maintained.

We also work towards more sustainable operations by:

• Reusing strong cartons and protective materials where safe and appropriate
• Offering recycled packing materials on request
• Planning efficient routes around {area} to reduce unnecessary mileage

Real-World Storage Use Cases in {area}

Moving House with a Gap Between Dates

If your sale completes before your new property is ready, we can move everything into storage for a few days or weeks. This avoids rushed decisions and keeps your chain moving smoothly.

Office Relocation and Refurbishment

When relocating or refurbishing an office in {area}, we can clear the space of furniture and equipment, hold it in storage, then return and reinstall it once works are complete, minimising disruption to staff.

Urgent or Short-Notice Storage

Life does not always run to a tidy schedule. If you need emergency storage at short notice – for example, after a tenancy ends unexpectedly or building work is brought forward – we will do our best to accommodate you with swift collection in {area} and rapid placement into storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage with Kennington Removals cost?

Storage costs depend mainly on how much space you need, how long you need it for and whether you require collection and redelivery in {area}. We charge by the volume of goods stored, so you only pay for the space you actually use, with discounts available for longer-term contracts. We will assess your items during an enquiry or survey and provide a clear, written quotation. This will show your monthly storage fee and any one-off charges for packing, collection or redelivery.

Can you provide same-day or urgent storage?

Where possible, yes. If you require urgent or same-day storage in {area}, contact us as early as you can with details of what needs to be stored and your location. We will check vehicle and team availability and, if we can accommodate you, arrange a rapid collection and placement into storage. While same-day slots cannot be guaranteed, we prioritise urgent situations, such as last-minute tenancy changes, stalled moves or sudden refurbishments, and work flexibly to help where we can.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance during collection and delivery, and by our standard storage cover while in our facility, subject to policy limits and exclusions. We will explain exactly what is included and ask you to declare any particularly high-value items so we can advise appropriately. We also hold public liability cover for work at your property. For some specialist or very high-value possessions, you may wish to arrange additional cover through your own insurer.

What is included in your storage service?

Our standard storage service includes collection from your address in {area}, professional loading of your belongings, transport to our secure facility, placement into clean, dry storage and basic inventory documentation. When you are ready, we can also arrange redelivery to your new or existing address. Optional extras include professional packing, provision of packing materials, dismantling and reassembly of furniture, and additional access visits. All inclusions and optional services are clearly outlined in your quotation before you book.

How is your service different from a man-and-van or self-storage?

With a casual man-and-van or basic self-storage, you usually do all the packing, lifting and transporting yourself, and insurance is often limited or unclear. With Kennington Removals, professional, trained staff handle the heavy work, packing and logistics. Your belongings go straight from your door in {area} to a monitored storage facility, with structured inventories and formal insurance arrangements. You deal with one accountable company for collection, storage and redelivery, rather than juggling separate van hire and storage contracts.

How far in advance should I book storage?

We recommend booking as early as you can, especially during busy moving periods such as summer and month-end. A week or two’s notice usually allows us to offer you more choice of dates and times for collection in {area}. However, we understand that circumstances can change quickly, so if you need storage at short notice, contact us and we will do our best to fit you in. Early booking also gives us time to arrange packing materials and plan any dismantling or special handling that may be required.