Long-Term Storage in London with Storage Burroughs
At Storage Burroughs, we provide secure, flexible long-term storage in London for households, landlords, students and businesses who need safe space for months or years at a time. As an experienced removals and storage company, we collect, protect and return your belongings with the same care we use on a full removal.
What Our Long-Term Storage Service Includes
Our long-term storage is designed for customers who need dependable, hassle-free storage over an extended period. We collect your items, professionally wrap and protect them, place them in sealed storage containers, and store them in our monitored warehouse until you need them back.
Key features of our long-term storage
- Collection and delivery by our trained removals team
- Secure, monitored warehouse with controlled access
- Short, medium or long-term contracts – from a few months to several years
- Professional packing and wrapping options
- Inventory lists for clear record-keeping
- Fully insured storage with goods in transit and warehouse cover
Local Expertise in London
We operate throughout London, working daily with tight streets, parking restrictions and access challenges typical of the city. Our local knowledge means we plan vehicle sizes, timings and routes carefully, keeping collections and redeliveries smooth and efficient.
Whether your flat is on the fourth floor with no lift, or your business is based in a busy high street, our professional crews are used to London logistics and know how to handle them without fuss.
Who Our Long-Term Storage Is For
Homeowners
If you’re renovating, downsizing or moving abroad, long-term storage gives you breathing space. Store furniture, family heirlooms, appliances and seasonal items securely while you work out your next step.
Renters
For renters between tenancies or relocating for work, our storage service keeps your belongings safe without the cost of a larger property. We can collect from one address and later deliver to your new home anywhere in the UK.
Landlords
Landlords use our long-term storage to hold furniture and white goods during refurbishments or while changing between furnished and unfurnished lets. We keep everything protected, labelled and ready for re-use when needed.
Businesses
Businesses store documents, archive files, exhibition stands, office furniture and surplus stock with us. Our secure containers help free up valuable office or retail space while maintaining access when you need items brought back.
Students
Students going home for a gap year or extended placement use long-term storage to avoid shipping items back and forth. We can collect from halls or shared houses and return to your next address when you’re ready.
What You Can Store Long-Term
We can store most household and office contents, including:
- Furniture – sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables and chairs
- Boxes of clothes, books, personal items and files
- Home electronics, TVs and small appliances
- Office desks, chairs, cabinets and IT equipment
- Sports equipment, bicycles and hobby items
- Archive boxes and business records
Items We Cannot Store
For safety and legal reasons, some items are excluded from long-term storage:
- Perishable goods and food
- Flammable or hazardous materials (paints, fuels, chemicals, gas cylinders)
- Illegal items of any kind
- Plants or living creatures
- Cash, jewellery and high-value personal documents (such as passports) – these are best kept with you or in a bank safe deposit box
Our Step-by-Step Long-Term Storage Process
1. Enquiry & Quote
You contact us by phone or online with a brief description of what you need to store and for how long. We ask a few questions about access, item types and dates, then provide a clear, no-obligation estimate. If you’re unsure of volume, we can guide you using simple room-based or box-based estimates.
2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)
For larger consignments, we arrange a virtual or onsite survey. A surveyor assesses the volume, packing needs, access, and any special requirements such as pianos or antiques. This allows us to confirm the number of containers required and give you an accurate written quotation, with all costs clearly shown.
3. Packing & Preparation
On the agreed date, our professional team arrives with protective materials. We can offer a full packing service, part-packing, or simply supply materials if you prefer to pack yourself. Furniture is wrapped in export-grade pads, and fragile items are packed in double-walled cartons. Each container is inventoried for your records.
4. Loading & Transport
Your goods are carefully loaded into our vehicles, secured to prevent movement, and transported to our storage facility. As a fully insured operator, we provide goods in transit cover as standard. Our drivers are experienced in London’s roads and regulations, so we plan routes and timings to minimise delays and handling.
5. Unloading & Placement in Storage
At our warehouse, your items are unloaded and placed into sealed storage containers. Each container is labelled and positioned in our racking system, with your inventory attached. The warehouse is monitored, access-controlled and designed to protect against damp, dust and accidental damage for the duration of your storage term.
Transparent Long-Term Storage Pricing
We price long-term storage based on:
- Volume of goods (measured in cubic feet or metres)
- Length of storage period
- Level of packing required
- Collection and eventual redelivery locations
You receive a written quotation showing storage charges, collection and redelivery costs, and any optional services such as packing. There are no hidden fees; if your needs change, we explain any price adjustments before proceeding. For longer-term commitments, we can often offer favourable rates.
Why Choose Professional Storage Over DIY or Man-and-Van
Using a casual man-and-van or self-storage often seems cheaper at first glance, but it can lead to damage, poor protection and unclear liability. Our long-term storage service is run by trained removals professionals who understand how to handle, wrap and stack items properly.
We provide goods in transit insurance, secure warehousing and clear paperwork, so you know exactly where your items are and how they’re protected. With us, you don’t need to hire vans, arrange multiple trips or struggle with heavy lifting – we take care of the entire process.
Insurance and Professional Standards
As a responsible storage and removals company, we maintain comprehensive cover and professional standards:
- Goods in transit insurance for collections and redeliveries
- Warehouse cover while items are in storage
- Public liability cover for work on your premises
- Trained and vetted moving teams using professional equipment
We follow industry best practice for packing, lifting and loading, reducing the risk of damage and injury. Documentation and inventories are provided so you have a clear record of what is stored.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
We treat stored items as if they were our own. All furniture is wrapped, and fragile items are boxed and cushioned. Containers are kept off the floor and away from direct external walls to reduce temperature fluctuation and moisture risk.
Where possible, we use reusable crates, durable protective covers and recyclable packing materials. We plan routes efficiently to reduce unnecessary mileage, and we maintain our vehicles regularly for cleaner, safer operation.
Real-World Uses for Long-Term Storage
Moving House
If your sale completes before your purchase, or you’re moving in stages, long-term storage keeps your belongings safe between homes. We can combine removal and storage, collecting from your current property and later delivering to your new address.
Office Relocation
During office moves or refurbishments, storing surplus furniture, documents and IT equipment offsite can make the transition smoother. We coordinate with your project timeline so that items return only when your new layout is ready.
Urgent Moves
Sometimes you need to vacate a property quickly due to a change of circumstances. Our long-term storage offers a practical solution: we remove items at short notice, store them safely, and arrange redelivery once you’ve secured your next place.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does long-term storage cost?
Costs depend mainly on how much you need to store, how long for, and whether you require collection, packing and redelivery. We usually charge a monthly rate per storage container or per cubic foot, plus one-off charges for transport and any packing services. Once we understand your volume and locations, we provide a written quotation so you know exactly what you’ll pay. There are no hidden extras, and for extended storage periods we can often agree a preferential rate.
Can you offer same-day or urgent long-term storage?
In many cases, yes. If you need urgent storage due to a last-minute move or unexpected change of plans, we’ll do our best to allocate vehicles and containers at short notice. Availability will depend on our schedule and warehouse capacity, but we always discuss realistic options with you. Even for urgent bookings, items are properly wrapped and inventoried before going into store, so standards are maintained despite the tight timescale.
Are my belongings insured while in long-term storage?
Yes. We provide goods in transit insurance while your items are being collected or redelivered, and they are covered under our warehouse policy while in store. Our team will explain the standard cover levels and, if you have particularly high-value items, we can discuss whether additional cover is appropriate. We also minimise risk through careful packing, stable stacking and secure, monitored premises, giving you both physical protection and financial reassurance.
What’s included in your long-term storage service?
Our standard service includes professional collection by our removals team, loading into our vehicles, unloading into secure containers, and storage in our monitored warehouse. We can add packing services, supply packing materials, and arrange redelivery to your new address when you’re ready. You’ll receive an inventory of items in store and clear information about charges and timescales. If you need occasional access or partial redeliveries, we can usually accommodate this with a little advance notice.
How is your service different from a basic man-and-van?
A casual man-and-van will typically just move items from A to B, often without formal insurance, inventories or long-term storage facilities. We provide a complete service: trained staff, protective packing, secure containers, documented inventories and proper insurance cover. Our warehouse is purpose-designed for storage, with controlled access and monitoring, unlike ad hoc garages or lock-ups. You also have one point of contact for collection, storage and redelivery, which significantly reduces risk and stress compared with piecing services together yourself.
How far in advance should I book long-term storage?
Ideally, contact us 1–3 weeks before you need collection, especially in busy periods such as summer and month-end. This gives us time to survey larger jobs, reserve the right number of containers and plan vehicle schedules. That said, we regularly help customers on shorter notice, and we’ll always try to fit you in where capacity allows. The sooner you get in touch, the more choice you’ll have on dates and the easier it is to coordinate with your move or refurbishment.
