What are the main differences between pick up & delivery storage vs. self-storage at Shurgard?

  Pickup&delivery storage Self-storage at Shurgard
Low cost per square feet ✗ ✓
Free move out ✗ ✓
No need to make appointment when you move out ✗ ✓
No cost incurred when your plans change ✗ ✓
Free access to your belongings 7 days a week ✗ ✓
Total privacy as to what you store ✗ ✓
No one else has access to your belongings ✗ ✓
Ventilated or heated storage units ✗ ✓
Individual storage unit with private lock and key ✗ ✓
Professional grade security features, such as electrical fencing, CCTV camera, personal PIN code ✗ ✓

Conclusion

If you only need to store a few small items, if you don’t have a car, or if you don’t need access to your belongings during storage, pick up & delivery storage can be a solution for your storage needs.

However, it can get very expensive if you need frequent access to your belongings as each delivery can cost 5 to 10 times more than your weekly rent.

Self-storage providers like Shurgard can offer you much more flexibility and control over what you store, where you store and when you store. And there’s no cost when you stop storing.

  • You know exactly where your items are stored.
  • You can visit your unit 7 days a week. Plus it’s free and you don’t have to make any appointment.
  • You are fully in control – you can move in or out whenever you want.
  • Each storage unit has a unique lock & key - only you can enter your unit, no one else can.
  • Knowing your items are safe and always within reach will give you the comfort to move, travel or run your company.

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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How self storage works

Self storage with Shurgard is easy. You can rent a storage unit in just 3 steps.

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Our self storage prices

Here's how we quote the price of a self storage unit at Shurgard.

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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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Temporary storage

What temporary storage at Shurgard means and how we can help you.

About temporary storage

Pick up & delivery vs. self storage

The main differences between pick up & delivery and self storage.

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Self storage FAQs

Do you have questions about self storage at Shurgard?

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Housekeeping tips

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

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See what customers say about Shurgard

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4.8/5 - 47176 reviews
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.”


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