Storage

Secure Storage in Covent Garden with Man With a Van Covent Garden

At Man With a Van Covent Garden, we provide secure, flexible storage solutions in and around Covent Garden for households, students and businesses. Whether you are between properties, renovating, decluttering or need overflow space for stock, we offer a straightforward, professionally managed service from collection to redelivery.

Local, Professional Storage in Covent Garden

We know Covent Garden inside out – from tight side streets and restricted loading bays to building access rules and concierge requirements. Our local knowledge means we can plan collections and deliveries efficiently, avoiding delays and minimising disruption to you and your neighbours.

All items are collected by our own trained removals team, loaded into purpose-built storage containers, and taken to our secure partner facilities. You deal with one point of contact throughout, not a call centre.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

Ideal if you are selling, downsizing, renovating or waiting for a new build to complete. We can store furniture, white goods, boxes and personal effects for as long as you need, then deliver everything to your new home on your chosen date.

Renters

If you are between tenancies, relocating temporarily for work, or moving into a smaller flat in Covent Garden, storage gives you breathing space. Store bulky items you don’t want to part with yet, without cluttering your new place.

Landlords

We support landlords who need short-term storage during refurbishments, furniture changes or between lets. We can clear a property quickly, store items safely, and return or dispose of them responsibly as agreed.

Businesses

For local shops, offices, theatres and hospitality venues, we offer flexible storage for archived files, spare furniture, event equipment and seasonal stock. We can also support office moves with a combination of storage and relocation services.

Students

Students at nearby universities and colleges use our service during summer breaks, placement years or periods abroad. We collect from halls or rented accommodation, store your belongings, and deliver them back when term starts again.

What We Can and Cannot Store

Items Commonly Stored

• Household furniture (sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables, chairs)
• Boxes of clothing, books, kitchenware and personal items
• White goods and electricals (fridges, freezers, washing machines, TVs)
• Office furniture, IT equipment (properly packed), files and archives
• Retail stock, marketing materials and exhibition equipment
• Bikes and small leisure equipment (packed and clean)

Items We Cannot Store

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, we are unable to store:

• Perishable or frozen food
• Flammable, explosive or hazardous materials (including gas bottles and fuel)
• Illegal goods or items of unknown ownership
• Live plants or animals
• Cash, high-value jewellery or important documents that should remain with you
• Unboxed loose liquids or paints

If you are unsure whether something is acceptable, we will advise you during the survey stage.

How Our Storage Service Works – Step by Step

1. Enquiry & Quote

You contact us with a rough list of what needs to go into storage and your key dates. We ask a few practical questions about access, floor levels and any large or delicate items. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quote covering collection, storage, and eventual redelivery.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

For larger jobs or more complex properties, we carry out a short virtual or onsite survey. This allows us to assess volume accurately, plan parking and handling, and flag any special packing requirements. It also gives you a chance to ask questions and confirm what will go into storage and what stays with you.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack your own boxes, or choose our professional packing service. If we pack, our trained team use quality materials and label boxes clearly. Furniture is wrapped in protective covers and delicate items are given extra padding. We prepare an item list or inventory for stored goods as appropriate.

4. Loading & Transport

On collection day, our removals team arrive on time, protect floors and common areas where needed, and carefully load your belongings. Items are secured in our vehicles and transported to our secure storage facility. We minimise handling to reduce the risk of damage.

5. Unloading & Placement into Storage

At the facility, your belongings are placed into clean, secure storage units or containers. Everything is stacked methodically for safe, long-term storage. When you are ready, we schedule redelivery and place items back into your new home, office or flat, room by room.

Transparent, Fair Pricing

Our pricing is straightforward and explained in full before you commit. You only pay for:

• Collection and loading (based on time, vehicle size and access)
• Monthly or weekly storage, calculated by the space you actually use
• Redelivery from storage back to your chosen address

There are no hidden charges for basic blankets, straps or standard handling. Any potential extras – such as packing services, special materials, or additional access visits – are discussed and agreed in advance.

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

Using a professional removals and storage provider gives you consistency and accountability. With us, the same company plans your move, collects your goods, manages the storage, and returns everything later. A casual man-and-van service typically ends once items are dropped at a self-storage unit, leaving you to unload, stack and manage everything yourself.

We bring suitable vehicles, trained staff, proper equipment and insurance. This reduces the risk of damage, injury and disputes and often ends up more cost-effective than multiple DIY trips and poorly planned storage that wastes space.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Your belongings are handled under clear, professional terms. We provide:

• Goods in transit insurance while we are transporting your items
• Public liability cover for work in and around your property
• Trained moving teams experienced in handling fragile, bulky and high-value goods

We follow industry best practice for wrapping, lifting, stacking and securing loads. Our aim is always to prevent problems before they arise, and to deal with any issues promptly and fairly should they occur.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We treat your possessions with the same care we would use for our own. Floors, banisters and doorways can be protected as needed, and furniture is wrapped for both transit and storage. We use reusable padded covers, durable containers and recyclable packing materials wherever possible to minimise waste.

By planning efficient routes within Covent Garden and consolidating loads where appropriate, we also reduce unnecessary mileage and emissions. We encourage clients to reuse boxes and packaging to further cut down on single-use materials.

Common Real-World Storage Scenarios

Moving House with a Gap Between Completions

Where sale and purchase dates don’t line up, we collect your full household contents, store them securely, and deliver everything to your new address once keys are available. This avoids rushed decisions or the need to stay surrounded by boxes.

Office Relocation and Refits

Businesses often need short-term storage while new premises are fitted out or existing offices are refurbished. We can move surplus desks, chairs and equipment into storage, then return them when you are ready – or deliver selected items only, if you are downsizing.

Urgent or Last-Minute Moves

Occasionally, clients face unexpected moves due to landlord changes, leaks, or emergency works. Subject to availability, we can provide urgent collection into storage, giving you time to sort out your next steps without losing important possessions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage in Covent Garden cost?

Costs depend on three main factors: how much space you need, how long you need it for, and the work involved in collection and redelivery. We typically price storage by the cubic foot or by container, so you only pay for the volume you use, not an oversized unit. Collection and redelivery are quoted separately based on access, floors and distance. Once we understand your situation, we provide a clear written quote so you know exactly what to expect each month.

Can you offer same-day or urgent storage?

Where diary and vehicle availability allow, we can often arrange same-day or very short-notice collection into storage. This is particularly common for emergency works, landlord requests or last-minute tenancy changes. The more information you can give us when you call – what needs moving, property access, and your deadlines – the better we can plan. While we cannot guarantee same-day every time, we will always be honest about what is realistic and do our best to accommodate genuine urgent situations.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance while being moved between your property and the storage facility. Within storage, cover is provided in line with our terms and conditions, usually up to an agreed value per item or per consignment. We will explain the limits and exclusions before you book, and you are welcome to arrange additional cover through your own insurer if needed, especially for very high-value items. Our public liability cover protects against damage to third-party property during our work.

What is included in your storage service?

Our service typically includes collection from your address, protective wrapping of furniture, safe loading, transport to the storage facility, and placement into secure storage units or containers. When you are ready, it also includes redelivery back to your chosen address, with items placed in the right rooms. Optional extras include professional packing of boxes, dismantling and reassembly of larger furniture, and additional access to your goods during the storage period. We confirm exactly what is included in writing before you proceed.

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

With a casual man-and-van plus self-storage, you usually handle most of the work yourself: unloading into the unit, stacking items safely and managing access. There may be no insurance for damage and little accountability if things go wrong. Our service is fully managed: trained staff handle packing, loading and stacking, with proper protection and documented arrangements. You have one company responsible from door to store and back again, with clear terms, cover and support throughout.

How far in advance should I book storage?

For the best choice of dates and times, we recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance, especially during busy moving periods such as month-end and summer. That said, we understand that not all storage needs are planned. If your situation is urgent or your dates change, contact us as soon as you can and we will work with you to find a solution. The earlier we know about your likely dates and volume, the easier it is for us to reserve suitable vehicles and space for you.