Storage

Storage in Colliers Wood by Man with Van Colliers Wood

At Man with Van Colliers Wood, we provide secure, flexible storage solutions for homes and businesses across Colliers Wood and the surrounding South West London area. As a local removals and storage company, we combine professional handling, secure facilities and fair pricing to give you straightforward, reliable storage when you need it.

Professional Storage Services in Colliers Wood

Our storage service is designed to make life easier whether you are moving, renovating or simply running out of space. We collect your items, wrap and protect them, transport them to our secure facility, and return them when you are ready. You can use our storage for a few days or for many months – the choice is yours.

All moves and collections are handled by trained, professional staff using purpose-built vehicles, with goods in transit insurance as standard for peace of mind.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

Decluttering before a sale, renovating a kitchen, or bridging the gap between completion dates? Our storage is ideal for keeping furniture, appliances and boxes safely out of the way until your new home is ready.

Renters

If your tenancy dates don’t quite line up or you’re between flats, short-term storage avoids rushed decisions and cramped living spaces. We can collect directly from your flat and re-deliver to your next address.

Landlords

Need to clear a property between lets, store furniture during refurbishment, or keep white goods safe while works are carried out? We offer flexible storage periods and fast collection and return to fit around contractors and check-ins.

Businesses

From excess office furniture to seasonal stock, archive boxes and event equipment, our business storage is practical and cost-effective. We offer regular collections and deliveries, out-of-hours by arrangement, to minimise disruption.

Students

Going home for the holidays or on a placement? Our student storage options are sized for rooms, not houses. We can collect from halls or shared houses and redeliver at the start of term, saving you from carting everything back and forth.

What You Can Store with Us

Items Typically Included

• Household furniture – sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables and chairs
• Appliances – washing machines, fridges, freezers (defrosted)
• Boxes of clothes, books, kitchenware and personal belongings
• Office furniture – desks, chairs, filing cabinets, shelving
• IT and office equipment – computers, screens, printers (properly packed)
• Sports equipment, bikes and hobby items
• Exhibition and event equipment, banners and stands

Items We Cannot Store

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

• Perishable goods (food, plants and anything that may rot or attract pests)
• Flammable, explosive or hazardous materials (fuel, gas bottles, paints, chemicals)
• Illegal items or anything obtained unlawfully
• Live animals or any living organisms
• Unregistered firearms or weapons
• Cash, precious stones or irreplaceable high-value jewellery
• Any item specifically excluded by our insurance policy

If you are unsure about a particular item, we are happy to advise before collection.

Our Step-by-Step Storage Process

1. Enquiry & Quotation

You can contact us by phone, email or online form with a rough list of what you need to store and for how long. We will ask a few simple questions about access, item sizes and addresses. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quotation that covers collection, storage and redelivery so you know exactly what to expect.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For larger storage moves or more complex access, we may recommend a short video or onsite survey. This helps us assess staircases, parking, and the volume of goods so we can send the right team and vehicle. Surveys are usually free and mean there are no surprises on the day.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack your own boxes, or choose our professional packing service. We bring strong cartons, wrapping materials and tape, and carefully protect your belongings, from everyday items to fragile glass and electronics. Furniture is wrapped in removal blankets or export wrap and, where appropriate, dismantled for easier, safer storage.

4. Loading & Transport

On collection day, our trained team arrives at the agreed time, protects floors and walls where necessary, and loads your goods systematically. Everything is securely tied in the vehicle to prevent movement during transit. Your items are covered by our goods in transit insurance while being moved to the storage facility.

5. Storage, Unloading & Redelivery

At the facility, items are carefully unloaded into clean, dry storage units. Your goods remain there for the agreed period, with the option to extend if your plans change. When you are ready, we schedule redelivery, bring everything back, unload into the rooms you specify, and reassemble furniture if we dismantled it on collection.

Transparent and Fair Pricing

We believe in clear, upfront pricing. Your storage quote will normally include:

• Collection from your property (including labour and vehicle)
• Weekly or monthly storage charges based on volume
• Standard handling in and out of store
• Redelivery to your new address within our service area

Costs depend on the amount of space you need, access conditions, and how long you wish to store. We will explain any potential additional charges (such as particularly heavy items or out-of-hours work) before you book, so there are no hidden surprises.

Why Use Professional Storage Instead of DIY?

Using a professional removals and storage company is usually safer, easier and more cost-effective than trying to do it yourself or hiring a casual man-and-van. We provide:

• Proper lifting techniques and equipment to avoid damage and injury
• Secure, purpose-managed storage rather than makeshift garages or lockups
• Fully insured transport and handling for your belongings
• Documented inventories and organised packing for easier retrieval
• Reliable, scheduled collections and deliveries

Instead of juggling van hire, friends’ availability and uncertain storage units, you have one accountable, local team looking after the whole process.

Insurance and Professional Standards

We take our duty of care seriously. All our storage work is backed by:

• Goods in transit insurance – covers your possessions while we move them between locations
• Public liability cover – protects you and your property while our team are working on-site
• Trained moving teams – staff are experienced in lifting, packing, wrapping and loading

We will explain the main terms and limits of our cover and can arrange additional cover in advance if you have particularly high-value items you wish to store.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We handle your belongings as if they were our own. Furniture is wrapped, mattresses are covered, and fragile items are packed securely. We use floor protection and take care around doorways and bannisters to avoid marks and scrapes.

Where possible, we use reusable crates, blankets and durable packing materials, and we avoid unnecessary journeys by careful route planning. When we do use cardboard and plastics, we aim to recycle them responsibly. Our goal is to provide a careful, efficient service with a lighter environmental footprint.

Real-World Storage Use Cases

Moving House

If your sale or purchase is delayed, short-term storage keeps your move on track. We can combine your removal and storage in one plan, moving you out on completion day and holding your goods until your new home is ready.

Office Relocation

Businesses often need phased moves. We can store surplus furniture, archived files or IT equipment while you fit out new premises. When you are ready, we deliver everything back in the order you require.

Urgent and Last-Minute Storage

Sometimes storage is needed at short notice – a sudden tenancy change, flood, or unplanned works. Subject to availability, we can arrange fast collection in Colliers Wood and nearby areas, keeping disruption as low as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage in Colliers Wood cost?

Storage costs depend mainly on how much space you need, how long you need it for, and how easy access is at your property. We normally charge a collection fee for the vehicle and crew, plus a weekly or monthly storage rate based on the volume of your goods. Redelivery is priced in the same clear way. Once we have a list of items or have carried out a survey, we provide a written quote so you know the full cost in advance.

Can you offer same-day or urgent storage?

Subject to availability, we can often arrange same-day or next-day storage collections in Colliers Wood and nearby areas. This is particularly useful for emergency situations such as last-minute tenancy changes or unexpected building issues. The more notice you can give us, the better, but we understand that circumstances are not always in your control. Call us as soon as you know you need help and we will do our best to fit you in and provide clear costs before we proceed.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Yes. Your belongings are protected by our goods in transit insurance while we are moving them, and covered under our storage arrangements while they are in the facility, subject to policy terms and limits. We will explain what is included, any exclusions, and the standard cover level as part of your quotation. If you have individual items of particularly high value, let us know in advance so we can advise whether additional cover is sensible or whether you should notify your own insurer.

What exactly is included in your storage service?

Our standard service includes collection from your property by a professional team, careful loading and transport to our storage facility, unloading into secure storage, and redelivery when you are ready. We also provide basic protection such as blankets and wrapping for furniture. Optional extras include full packing services, packing materials supply, furniture dismantling and reassembly, and out-of-hours or weekend collections. We will set out clearly what is included in your quote so you can choose the level of help you need.

How is your service different from a basic man-and-van?

A casual man-and-van will usually just provide a vehicle and some lifting. As a professional removals and storage company, we offer trained staff, proper equipment, fully insured transport, secure storage facilities and a structured process from enquiry to redelivery. We plan access, protect your property, use inventories, and are accountable for your goods throughout. This reduces the risk of damage, loss and delay, and typically works out better value when you factor in time, hassle and potential problems.

How far in advance should I book storage?

For the best choice of dates and smoother planning, we recommend booking as soon as you know you will need storage – ideally one to two weeks in advance. That said, we frequently help customers at shorter notice, especially outside peak periods. If your dates are uncertain, we can pencil in provisional arrangements and adjust as things become clearer. Just keep in touch with us and we will do our best to accommodate your schedule and any changes.