It’s no secret that moving house can be incredibly taxing; so much so, that last year 57% of Brits ranked it as the most stressful life event. But while there’s no way to take the strain entirely out of moving, there are certainly ways that you can make the process a little easier on yourself – one of which is using secure storage units. Allowing you to save time, money and headaches, personal storage can help to massively streamline your move, and in this blog, we’re going to demonstrate how. So, if you’re curious to know more about making the most of secure storage when moving house, keep reading!

Decluttering Before Moving Day

In the run up to the big day, you’ll likely start to become aware of just how much stuff you own. It’s normal to accumulate clutter as you age, particularly if you’ve lived in one place for a long time, but it’s also worth remembering that removals companies tend to charge by the length of time it takes them to pack up your belongings, and the number of journeys from house to house that need to be made. As such, it makes sense to declutter your home as much as possible before moving out.

However, before you start worrying about the prospect of chucking things away, know that you don’t necessarily have to: self storage can be used to temporarily hold items that you won’t need straight away, allowing you to declutter without having to give anything major up. You’ll be able to see what essentials you’re left with and how they fit into your new house. Once you’re settled, you can decide what you’d like to keep moving forward and what you’re prepared to sell, donate or throw away.

Finding Yourself ‘Between Houses’

With the housing crisis in the UK only getting worse, sometimes it can be easier to sell your own home first (or give notice to your landlord), then rent somewhere or stay with family until you can find and move into a new house. That way, you can get your home sold quickly without having to ask the buyers to delay and run the risk of the sale falling through.

However, if you do choose to go down this route, bear in mind that your temporary accommodation may not have room for all of your furniture – particularly if it’s fully or part-furnished – and unpacking things like books, sentimental items and out-of-season clothing is a lot of work when you aren’t planning on staying there long. Plus, if you’re planning on staying with family or friends, they won’t thank you for bringing the entire contents of your house with you, either! Because of this, it makes sense to put everything except your essentials into secure storage until you find a long-term solution.

Unexpected Problems on Moving Day

Timing is everything on moving day, and as such things don’t always go to plan – especially if you’re buying and there’s a chain involved. All it takes is for one person to have an issue with their mortgage approval or removals company and it can all come crashing down.

Because this is such a common occurrence, it’s crucial that you have a plan B in place. In the event that something goes wrong at the last minute, pack up your essentials in your car and go and stay in a hotel or with family for a night or two until the hiccup can be resolved. As for the rest of your belongings, you can put almost everything into a clean, dry and secure storage unit for as long as you need until you can finally move into your new home.

With flexible options like Anchor Self Storage, where you can conveniently book online for the same day (subject to availability), you won’t be left stranded on the kerbside with nowhere to go.

Wanting to Unpack Slowly

It’s perfectly understandable that you’d want to get in and get settled as quickly as possible when the keys are handed over. However, waiting to unpack everything when you first move into your new home certainly has its advantages – for example, you can take the time to clean properly and decide how you want each room to be laid out; perhaps there’s even some decorating or renovation work to be done. Keeping all but the basics secure for a few days, or even weeks, will help you to feel more control in an otherwise disorganised situation. Plus, when you do feel ready to unpack, thanks to 24-hour access to Anchor Self Storage personal storage units, you can conveniently retrieve your belongings at a time that suits you.

Moving Internationally

If you’re moving as part of a corporate relocation, you might prefer to store your belongings in personal storage and retrieve them once you’re settled. Alternatively, you might be moving into rented, furnished accommodation (especially if it’s a temporary role) and may well not have room for all of your old furniture. It may even be that you just want to take the bare necessities with you and take the time to ensure that you’re happy with your new role and location before committing to moving everything you own to the new home.

Have concerns about storing your belongings for such a long time while you’re so far away? Fear not: at Anchor Self Storage, when we say “secure storage”, we mean it! Our facilities are recorded and monitored 24/7, with CCTV, fire and intruder alarms covering the entire area. With us, you can rest assured that your things are safe with us for as long as you store them. You can even purchase packaging through us for an extra layer of protection for fragile items whilst you’re gone.

Personal Storage Options in Dudley & Swindon

At Anchor Self Storage, we offer personal storage and secure business storage for clients across Dudley and Swindon. We’re equipped with modern security procedures and systems to ensure all our tenants receive optimum service at competitive rates. With over 10 years of experience in the storage industry, you can depend on us to keep your belongings safe.

Here are just some of the ways that you can expect to benefit by working with us:

• 15-1800 sq. ft. units: With an extensive range of unit sizes available, you’re bound to find an option that suits your needs.
• On-site assistance: Pump trucks, sack trucks, sack trolleys and a hydraulic lift are all available to use 24/7 to help you store and retrieve your items.
• Competitive prices: We will match any like-for-like quote to provide you with the very best price (subject to availability).
• Security measures: CCTV, fire alarms and intruder alarms are in constant operation, being recorded and monitored 24/7.
• Secure entry: Visit your secure storage unit anytime with your unique, secure access card.
• Free 24/7 access: Access your unit any time that’s convenient for you – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Our secure storage units can be reserved online via our booking system. Alternatively, if you’d like more information about our services or facilities, please get in touch with us for more information.