How self storage works
Self storage with Shurgard is easy. You can rent a storage unit in just 3 steps.
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What you can store at Shurgard Self-Storage
Because people use our storage units for personal and business reasons, we welcome a very wide range of items.
They include:
- furniture
- carpets
- electrical equipment
- white goods
- clothes
- toys
- books, CDs, DVDs
- office equipment
- sports equipment
- archives and files
- merchandise and stock
- collectibles
- bikes
- things only used at certain times of the year, such as Christmas decorations, skis, garden furniture or inflatable boats
Find out what sized unit you’d need for your belongings
We can give you advice on how to store your items so they stay in the best condition.
Have a look at our self-storage tips
What you can’t store
For your safety, the safety of other tenants and the whole facility, there are some things you cannot store.
You’ll find the full list in article 2.9 of our terms and conditions, but as a rule of thumb, it mainly comes down to common sense. A few examples of what you cannot store (not exhaustive):
- explosive, flammable, toxic, corrosive, environmentally hazardous, chemical and other hazardous materials that can cause serious damage if spilled or opened
- food and other perishables or anything that can cause mould, bacteria or infestations
- waste and all possible waste materials
- anything stolen or illegal such as drugs, firearms and explosives
And please never be tempted to use your unit for professional purposes or accommodation – even for the odd night.
Why store your belongings at Shurgard?
Here are some reasons why Shurgard is great when it comes to storing your belongings.
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Variety of unit sizes
We have a range of storage sizes – so if you don’t have many things, you won’t end up paying for space you’re not using.
Safe and secure
Our premises are secured with surveillance cameras, perimeter fencing, alarms, individual access codes. You can access your unit with your own lock and key.
Convenient access
Only you can access your storage unit. We offer free and extended access hours, 7 days a week, so you’re free to store or pick up things whenever you need to.
No long-term commitment
Our self storage contracts are completely flexible. You just have to inform us 15 days before moving out.
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Our self storage prices
Here's how we quote the price of a self storage unit at Shurgard.
About storage unit prices
Our storage unit sizes
Examples of our different storage unit sizes and how to choose the right one.
See unit size examples
Temporary storage
What temporary storage at Shurgard means and how we can help you.
About temporary storage
Community storage vs self storage
The main differences between peer-to-peer storage and self storage.
See comparison
Pick up & delivery vs. self storage
The main differences between pick up & delivery and self storage.
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Housekeeping tips
Get the most out of your storage experience with our housekeeping tips.
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