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Storage help

Packing tips

Everything you need to know on how to pack and protect your belongings.

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Storage tips

Tips on how to maximise your space by efficiently arranging your storage unit.

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Moving checklist

Stress less, move better. Use our moving checklist for a smooth move.

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Moving in process

What to expect when you move-in to your storage unit for the first time.

About the moving in process

Health & safety tips

Here's how to keep you safe during every step of the storage process.

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Housekeeping tips

Get the most out of your storage experience with our housekeeping tips.

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How to lock your storage unit

Easily secure your storage unit in four simple steps.

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Moving out process

All you need to know about moving out of your storage unit.

About moving out

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Storage size calculator

Select what you need to store, we'll find the perfect unit size.

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Storage finder

Tell us your storage needs and we'll find you the right unit.

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Storing your entire home?

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Our storage unit sizes

Examples of our different storage unit sizes and how to choose the right one.

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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.

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.

Safe and secure

Our premises are secured with surveillance cameras, perimeter fencing, alarm systems, and access via our app. You can access your storage unit using your own lock and key.

No long-term commitment

Our contracts are completely flexible. You just have to inform us 15 days before the monthly anniversary date of your storage agreement.

How self-storage works at Shurgard

Self-storage with Shurgard is easy and convenient. Here’s how to organise it in 3 easy steps.

Step 1

Find the right unit

Use our tool to find the right storage unit at the right price.

Step 2

Rent your storage unit

Complete your rental online. Not sure? Reserve your unit for free with no obligation.

Step 3

Move in

Pack your belongings and move into your storage unit.

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Susana Guette

Shurgard Maidenhead

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“Skender and the whole team made my moving process so much easier, thank you guys will definitely be back when needed 🙏🏽”

Llewellyn Morgan

Shurgard Woolwich

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“Bret was really helpful explaining everything. He made the process perfectly straightforward and streamlined, which is a relief when doing these things”

Nick Heritage-Swift

Shurgard Wolverhampton

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“Great service from Joshua as always, just rented another unit, that’s the 3rd in the family now. Always happy to help and even has plasters ready for when you take some skin! Really clean facility and easy access. Throughly recommend.”

Sophie Lang

Shurgard Chingford Highams Park

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“Really happy with everything about my experience here. Lucasz and Tim have been really helpful getting my storage set up. Thanks!”

Jenny Flindll

Shurgard Epsom

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“Very helpful was chris from epsom branch. Helped us out a lot went beyond what was expected. Knows his job well. Like the fact he also asked about my dad who is 88.”