Storage

Storage with Mayfair Movers – Secure, Flexible & Fully Managed

At Mayfair Movers we provide secure, flexible storage solutions designed around real-life moves. Whether you are between homes, renovating, decluttering or relocating your business, we combine professional removals handling with modern storage facilities so your belongings are safe, accessible and properly protected.

Local, Professional Storage in {area}

We operate widely across {area} and the surrounding districts, supporting local households, landlords and businesses with short and long-term storage. Our removals teams know the local roads, parking restrictions and building access rules, so collection and delivery to storage are planned efficiently and carried out with minimal disruption.

Because we are a full-service removals company, you get one accountable partner from door to store and back again – no passing items from van to van or dealing with multiple providers.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

Ideal if you are completing a house sale and purchase on different dates, renovating, or simply need space while you decide what to keep. We can collect directly from your home, pack if required, store securely, then redeliver when you are ready.

Renters

If you are moving between rentals, relocating for work, or heading abroad for a period, our flexible storage means you only pay for the space and time you actually need. We regularly help renters store furniture, clothing, books and personal items safely between tenancies.

Landlords

Landlords in {area} use our storage for furniture between lettings, seasonal items and upgrades. We can clear a property quickly, store contents, and return them when refurbishment is complete or when you change letting strategy.

Businesses

Our business clients rely on us for archive storage, surplus furniture, exhibition stands, stock overflow and office equipment. We provide itemised inventories and can arrange part-deliveries to different sites when needed, keeping disruption to a minimum.

Students

Students often need storage over the summer or during a placement year. We offer cost-effective shared storage options for boxes, suitcases, small furniture and study materials, with collection from halls or shared houses in and around {area}.

What Our Storage Service Includes

Items Commonly Stored

• Household furniture: sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables and chairs
• White goods and appliances (cleaned and drained)
• Boxes of clothes, books, toys and personal effects
• Office desks, chairs, filing cabinets and IT equipment
• Tools, trade equipment and display stands
• Sports equipment, bicycles and hobby items

All items are handled by our trained removals teams and stored in clean, dry, secure units or wooden storage containers, depending on your needs and duration.

Items We Cannot Store

For safety, legal and insurance reasons we cannot store:

• Perishable goods (food, plants, anything that can rot or attract pests)
• Hazardous materials (fuels, paints, solvents, gas bottles, fireworks)
• Illegal items or anything obtained unlawfully
• Cash, jewellery, high-value artwork or bullion
• Live animals or any living organisms
• Items that are damp, infested, or likely to cause damage to other goods

If you are unsure about a particular item, we will advise during your survey.

How Our Storage Process Works

1. Enquiry & Quotation

You contact Mayfair Movers with an outline of what you need to store, your location in {area}, and your timeframe. We discuss the volume of goods, access details, and any packing requirements, then provide a clear, written quotation covering collection, storage and redelivery.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For larger moves, we arrange a virtual or onsite survey. This allows us to measure volume accurately, check parking and access, and identify any fragile or unusual items. A proper survey means no surprises on moving day and ensures you only pay for the storage space you actually require.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack yourself, or we can provide a full packing service. Our packers use quality materials and label boxes clearly. Furniture is wrapped with padded covers and protective materials. Mattresses, sofas and delicate pieces receive extra protection to ensure they remain clean and damage-free in storage, however long they stay.

4. Loading & Transport to Storage

Our removals team arrives at your property at the agreed time. We protect floors and banisters where needed, then load systematically. Goods are transported in our removal vehicles to our storage facility or partner warehouse, with everything checked off against an inventory list so nothing is overlooked.

5. Unloading, Storage & Final Placement

On arrival at the facility, items are unloaded carefully into your allocated storage space or sealed wooden containers. The inventory is updated and signed off by our team leader. When you are ready for redelivery, we reverse the process and place items into the correct rooms in your new property or premises.

Transparent, Fair Pricing

We believe in straightforward pricing, without hidden extras. Your quote will usually include:

• Collection from your property in {area}
• Packing service (if requested)
• Storage charges by unit or container, per week or per month
• Redelivery to your new address

Costs depend on the volume of goods, access difficulty, distance, and storage duration. Long-term bookings often attract more favourable rates. We always explain options clearly so you can decide what level of service suits your budget.

Why Use Professional Storage Instead of DIY or Man-and-Van?

Choosing a professional removals and storage company offers several advantages over hiring a casual van or arranging your own unit:

• Professional handling: trained staff, proper lifting techniques and suitable equipment
• Integrated service: collection, storage and redelivery managed by one provider
• Fully insured options: cover for your goods while in transit and in storage
• Accurate inventories and labelling for easier retrieval
• Reduced risk of damage compared to repeated self-loading and unloading

While DIY can appear cheaper, the potential for damage, injury, or unexpected storage issues often outweighs the savings, especially for valuable or sentimental items.

Insurance & Professional Standards

We operate to high professional standards and take our responsibilities seriously. Our service includes:

• Goods in transit insurance for your belongings while we are transporting them
• Public liability cover for work in and around your property
• Trained and experienced moving teams, regularly briefed on best practice

We will explain the level of cover included and any optional upgrades, and we always encourage customers to ensure high-value items are appropriately insured, either through us or their own policies.

Care, Protection & Sustainability

Care of your belongings is at the heart of our work. We use protective covers, blankets and quality packing materials to guard against dust, scratches and moisture. Where possible, we use reusable crates, padded covers and recycled materials, reducing waste without compromising protection.

We plan routes efficiently to minimise unnecessary mileage, and we encourage customers to declutter responsibly, helping arrange donations or recycling for items not going into storage. Our aim is to provide a service that is both careful and considerate of the environment.

Real-World Storage Use Cases in {area}

Moving House

Completion dates do not always line up. We frequently collect full household contents in {area}, store them for a few days or weeks, then deliver to the new property once keys are available. This avoids rushed decisions and gives you breathing space.

Office Relocation

Businesses use our storage when fitting out new premises or downsizing. We can hold surplus furniture, archives and equipment until you are ready to reuse, sell or dispose of them. Deliveries can be staged to fit around your working hours.

Urgent or Short-Notice Moves

Life is not always predictable. We regularly help clients who need storage quickly due to relationship changes, emergency repairs or sudden work relocations. If we have capacity, we can arrange same-day or next-day collection in and around {area}, then work with you on a realistic timetable for redelivery.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage with Mayfair Movers cost?

Costs depend mainly on three factors: how much you store, how easy access is at your property, and how long you need storage. We usually quote a collection fee, a weekly or monthly storage rate based on the space or number of containers required, and a redelivery charge. Long-term storage often benefits from more favourable rates. After a brief discussion or survey, we provide a written quote detailing all expected costs, so you know exactly what you are paying for with no hidden extras.

Can you provide same-day or urgent storage in {area}?

Where capacity allows, we can often arrange same-day or next-day collection and storage in {area}. This is particularly helpful in situations such as emergency repairs, last-minute tenancy changes or rapid relocations. The more information you can give us at the point of enquiry, the faster we can plan vehicles and staff. While we cannot guarantee availability every day, we will always be honest about what is possible and offer the nearest practical solution if we are already fully booked.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance while being moved and by our facility cover while in storage, subject to policy terms and limits. We will explain the standard level of cover included in your quotation and can often arrange increased limits where higher value items are involved. It is important you declare any particularly valuable pieces so we can advise appropriately. Many clients also maintain their own home or business insurance for additional peace of mind.

What is included in your storage service?

Our storage service can be as comprehensive as you need. Typically it includes professional collection from your property, protective wrapping for furniture, transport to our storage facility, secure storage in containers or units, and redelivery when required. You can add services such as packing, dismantling and reassembly of furniture, and provision of packing materials. We create an inventory of items going into storage and check everything off on exit, helping you stay organised and confident that nothing has been missed.

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

With a man-and-van and a separate self-storage unit, you organise and manage everything yourself, often with limited or no insurance for damage during handling. With Mayfair Movers, collection, handling, storage and redelivery are all carried out by the same professional team, using proper equipment and techniques. We produce inventories, ensure goods fit the space, and provide fully insured options. This reduces the risk of damage, saves your time, and gives you a single point of contact responsible for the entire process.

How far in advance should I book storage?

For planned moves, we recommend booking as soon as you have a likely date, ideally two to four weeks in advance, especially during busy periods such as summer and month-end. This gives us time to carry out a survey if needed and reserve the right amount of storage space. However, we understand that plans sometimes change quickly, so we do keep some flexibility for short-notice bookings. If your dates are uncertain, we can still provide a provisional quote and hold availability where possible.