Long-Term Storage Solutions

Certain life changes, like moving into a new home or relocating a business, can cause temporary disruption. During these times, you may only need a short-term storage solution for a few days or weeks to store your belongings temporarily.

So what is ‘long-term storage’? This tends to refer to storage used for more than three months in a row.

In the East of England, East Midlands, London and the wider South East England region, we offer storage units for users to rent on either a short- or long-term basis. So, if you live or work in any of these areas, when might you want to consider long-term storage solutions we offer?

Assessing Long-Term Storage Needs

There are various scenarios where you could wish to store items with us for the long haul. Even as you read this, it’s possible that you are:

Running out of space: Maybe your current property is the largest you can practically afford, or moving to a new one just isn’t feasible right now. Either way, Magenta-owned storage units can act as overflow compartments for items you struggle to fit into your property.
Renovating your house: Whether the renovation work is limited to just one or two rooms or covers the entire building, it would obviously be useful for you to have somewhere to safely leave your valuables so that they don’t end up splattered with paint or coated in sawdust.
Living a nomadic existence: Perhaps you don’t have a permanent home, and that’s the way you like it. You could be about to embark on a gap year, or simply a holiday set to last a similar length of time. We would be happy to look after your possessions while you are away.

Once you know why you want to use long-term storage, you can decide exactly what you want to put into it — and consequently, which long-term storage solutions would best serve your needs.

Options for Long-Term Storage

Opting for a storage site conveniently located near the property from which you’ll be transferring items to be stored would be ideal. We have storage units available in the following areas:

The South East settlements of Oxford, Reading and Banbury
The Hertfordshire cathedral city of St Albans
The East Midlands city of Nottingham
Stirling Road in West London

If you’re already considering a specific storage site, take the time to research it thoroughly to ensure it meets your specific requirements. Our storage units come in various sizes, ranging from small lockers to 200-square-foot rooms, providing options to suit your needs.

Climate-Controlled Storage

Certain items require consistent temperature control to preserve their condition. We recommend storing the following items only in a climate-controlled unit:

Furniture: If you seek to store furniture, be warned that humidity can damage wood within weeks. Similarly, intense heat or cold can ruin the leather on many sofas and chairs.
Clothes: It’s always a good idea to clean clothes before storing them, but even so, they could still easily pick up unpleasant odours if left in a standard storage unit.
Electronic appliances: Obviously, electricity and water don’t mix, so it’s important not to leave items like smartphones and laptops in places where moisture could build up.

A climate-controlled storage space can offer a clean, dust-free environment with excellent air quality, thanks to the airways integrated into the unit.

Security and Peace of Mind

With CCTV cameras installed across all of our security facilities, we can monitor them right around the clock. As we also have PIN access control in place, only authorised staff and customers can access the premises.

Cost Considerations

We believe in transparency when it comes to our pricing structure. For instance, the rental charge includes the cost of a padlock, which we will provide for the storage room.

If you come across another local storage company advertising a better price for the same long-term storage service, just let us know and we will strive to match that price.

Preparing Items for Long-Term Storage

While sorting through your items, keep an eye out for any belongings you don’t truly need and consider selling, donating, or giving them away. This can help lighten the load that would otherwise be sent to self-storage.

When packaging the remaining items, use appropriate materials such as boxes and bubble wrap. However, avoid overpacking the boxes to prevent any fragile contents from breaking.

It’s also important to pay attention to what you are not allowed to store with us. This includes anything perishable, hazardous, flammable, living or illegal items.

Once you’re ready to book any of our long-term storage solutions, feel free to reach out to us by calling 0808 175 2472 or emailing info@magentastorage.co.uk. We’re here to help!