Storage

Storage in Earls Court – Secure, Flexible Space When You Need It

At Man with Van Earls Court, we provide safe, convenient and fully insured storage solutions for households, businesses and students in and around Earls Court. Whether you need a few weeks between moves or long-term stock storage, we combine professional removals with modern storage facilities to keep your belongings protected.

Professional Storage Services in Earls Court

Our storage service is designed to remove the hassle of finding and managing your own unit. We collect, wrap, transport, store and redeliver your goods – all handled by our trained, professional moving teams.

We offer:

• Short-term storage during house moves, renovations or redecoration
• Long-term storage for furniture, archives and seasonal items
• Student storage between terms or gap years
• Business storage for stock, equipment and documents
• Secure containerised storage with inventory lists

Everything is collected and delivered using our own vehicles, with appropriate protection and goods in transit insurance from door to store and back again.

Local Earls Court Expertise

We’ve been handling moves and storage around Earls Court, Kensington, Chelsea and West London for years. We understand the local parking restrictions, narrow streets and access issues common to mansion blocks and period conversions.

Our local knowledge means we can plan collections and deliveries efficiently, advise on permits where needed, and minimise disruption to neighbours and building managers. For many blocks in Earls Court, we already know the best loading points, lift access and time restrictions – saving you time and hassle.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

Ideal if you’re in a chain and need to move out before your new home is ready, are downsizing and want to keep quality furniture, or simply need to clear space during a renovation. We can store a single room’s contents or an entire property.

Renters

If your tenancy dates don’t match up, or you’re relocating temporarily, our storage is a practical way to keep your belongings safe between rentals. We collect from your flat, store for as long as needed, and deliver to your next address.

Landlords

Landlords often use our flexible storage when changing a property from furnished to unfurnished, or while refurbishing between tenants. We can hold furniture, white goods and appliances securely and return them when required.

Businesses

Local businesses use us for document archives, excess stock, exhibition materials and spare office furniture. Our professional teams can dismantle desks and racking, label boxes clearly, and create an inventory so you know exactly what’s in storage.

Students

Students in Earls Court, Kensington and nearby universities often need storage over summer or while studying abroad. We offer cost-effective shared storage solutions, collecting directly from halls or student houses and redelivering at the start of term.

What We Can and Cannot Store

Items Commonly Stored

We routinely store:

• Household furniture and furnishings
• Boxes of clothes, books and personal belongings
• Kitchenware and small appliances
• Office furniture, files and boxed archives
• Tools, equipment and non-perishable stock
• Bicycles and sports equipment

Items We Cannot Store

For safety and legal reasons, we cannot store:

• Perishable food or anything that may rot, attract pests or produce odours
• Flammable, explosive or hazardous materials (e.g. fuel, gas bottles, chemicals, paint thinners)
• Illegal items or anything prohibited by UK law
• Live animals or plants
• Cash, high-value jewellery or irreplaceable documents (these are better kept in a bank or safe)

If you’re unsure about a particular item, we’ll advise you clearly before collection.

How Our Storage Process Works

1. Enquiry & Quote

Contact us by phone or online with a rough idea of what you need to store and for how long. We’ll ask a few questions about the size of your property, access, and any special items (such as pianos or antiques) and provide an initial, no-obligation estimate.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For larger jobs, we arrange a short virtual or onsite survey. This helps us assess volume accurately, plan the right size vehicle, and organise packing materials. It also allows us to identify parking or access issues at your Earls Court address in advance.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack yourself, or use our professional packing service. Our team uses sturdy boxes, export wrap and protective covers for furniture and mattresses. Everything is labelled clearly to match our storage inventory. We can also dismantle beds, wardrobes and office furniture where required.

4. Loading & Transport to Storage

On collection day, our trained team arrives on time, protects floors and doorways, and carefully loads your goods. Items are secured in the vehicle to prevent movement in transit. We then transport everything to our partner storage facility, covered by goods in transit insurance throughout.

5. Unloading, Storage & Redelivery

On arrival, we unload into your allocated storage space or container, stacking safely and efficiently. An inventory is completed for containerised storage so you know exactly what’s inside. When you’re ready, just book a redelivery date and we’ll bring everything back, placing items into the correct rooms and reassembling any furniture we dismantled.

Transparent Pricing for Storage in Earls Court

We believe in clear, straightforward pricing with no hidden extras. Your total cost typically consists of:

• Collection and loading (based on time, vehicle size and team size)
• Storage charges (weekly or monthly, depending on volume)
• Any optional services such as packing or furniture dismantling
• Redelivery from storage back to your property

We’ll give you a detailed written quote before you commit, outlining exactly what is included. If your needs change (for example, you reduce the volume or extend the storage period), we’ll update costs transparently.

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

Using a cheap, casual man-and-van or self-storage unit might seem tempting, but it often leads to issues – poor packing, lack of protection, no proper inventory and limited insurance. Our service is different:

• Trained staff who know how to wrap, lift and stack safely
• Fully insured with goods in transit and public liability cover
• Planned logistics, including parking and access in Earls Court
• Professional packing materials and protective covers
• A clear paper trail and inventory for stored items

This reduces the risk of damage, loss and stress, and gives you one accountable company handling the entire process.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Your belongings are important, both financially and emotionally. We take that seriously:

• Goods in transit insurance covers your items from the moment we start loading until they are unloaded into storage or back at your property.
• Public liability cover protects you, your building and third parties while we are working on-site.
• Our teams are trained in safe lifting, proper use of equipment, and careful handling of fragile or high-value pieces.

We’re committed to maintaining high professional standards in everything from punctuality and communication to the way we handle keys and access codes.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We aim to balance the best care for your belongings with a responsible approach to the environment.

• Furniture is wrapped in reusable padded covers and clean blankets where possible.
• We use strong, re-usable crates on some jobs to reduce single-use cardboard.
• When boxes are used, we encourage reuse and recycling once you’ve unpacked.
• We plan routes efficiently around Earls Court and West London to minimise unnecessary mileage.

Careful packing and secure stacking in storage also reduce the risk of damage, meaning fewer items end up being replaced.

Real-World Storage Use Cases

Moving House with a Gap Between Properties

Many Earls Court clients sell their flat before the next place is ready. We move the full contents into storage for a few weeks, then deliver to the new address on completion day – no need for you to hire a unit or move twice.

Office Refurbishment or Relocation

For businesses upgrading their workspace, we clear the office, store furniture and archives, and then reinstall everything once the fit-out is complete. This keeps the project tidy and protects equipment from dust and damage.

Urgent or Same-Day Storage

Sometimes you need space fast – an unexpected eviction date, a last-minute completion, or flood or fire damage. Subject to availability, we can often provide same-day or next-day collection into storage, giving you quick, secure breathing room while you sort out longer-term plans.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage in Earls Court cost?

Costs depend on three main factors: how much you’re storing, how long for, and the level of help you need with packing and collection. We charge a separate fee for collection and redelivery, plus a weekly or monthly storage rate based on volume. As a guide, storing a few pieces of furniture and boxes will be far cheaper than a whole house’s contents. After a quick discussion or survey, we provide a clear written quote so you know exactly what you’ll pay.

Can you offer same-day or urgent storage?

Yes, in many cases we can arrange same-day or next-day storage in Earls Court, particularly outside of peak moving dates. If you have an urgent situation – such as an unexpected completion, tenancy issue or building emergency – call us as early as possible. We’ll check vehicle and team availability, advise what to pack immediately, and prioritise essential items first. While we can’t guarantee same-day slots every time, we will always be honest about what’s realistic and do our best to accommodate you.

Are my belongings insured while in storage and transit?

Yes. Your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance while being moved to and from storage, and by our arranged cover while in store, subject to normal terms and limits. We’ll explain the level of cover included as standard and can often increase it if you have higher-value items. In addition, our public liability cover protects your property and third parties while we’re working on-site. We’ll happily answer any questions about insurance before you book.

What’s included in your storage service?

Our storage service can be as simple or as comprehensive as you need. As standard, we provide collection by a professional team, careful loading, transport to our storage facility, and secure storage for the agreed period. Many customers also add packing, furniture dismantling and reassembly, and timed redelivery to their new address. We create an inventory for containerised storage so you know what’s inside. Everything will be itemised clearly in your quote, so you can see exactly what’s included.

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

With a casual man-and-van and self-storage, you’re often responsible for packing, loading, transport, unloading and organising the unit yourself, with limited or no insurance. Our service is managed end-to-end by trained professionals. We provide protective materials, safe lifting, efficient stacking, inventories and fully insured transport. You don’t have to book a separate unit, arrange your own locks or worry about access rules – we take care of all the logistics and accountability, saving you time, effort and risk.

How far in advance should I book storage?

Ideally, book one to three weeks in advance, especially during busy periods like the end of the month or summer. This gives us time to carry out a survey if needed, organise materials and plan vehicle schedules. However, we understand that storage is often needed at short notice, particularly around property completions in Earls Court. If your plans are uncertain, we can pencil in provisional dates and adjust once things are confirmed. The earlier you contact us, the more options we can offer.