Storage

Storage in Ilford by Ilford Movers

At Ilford Movers, we provide secure, flexible storage solutions in Ilford and the surrounding areas for households, landlords, students and businesses. Whether you need short-term space during a move or a longer-term option, our professional team will collect, store and return your belongings safely and efficiently.

Local, Secure Storage in Ilford

We’ve been helping people move and store their belongings around Ilford, Barking, Seven Kings, Gants Hill and Redbridge for years. We understand local properties, parking restrictions and building layouts, which allows us to choose the right vehicle, protection materials and storage configuration for your needs.

All items are transported from your Ilford address to our secure storage facility using our own vehicles and trained staff. Your goods are stored indoors in clean, dry units with controlled access and robust security systems.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Our Ilford storage service is designed to be flexible and straightforward for a wide range of customers:

• Homeowners – Decluttering before selling, temporary storage between completion dates, or storing large items during renovation.
• Renters – Bridging a gap between tenancies, downsizing to a smaller flat, or keeping bulky furniture safe while sharing.
• Landlords – Storing furniture between lets, keeping replacement appliances on hand, or holding items during refurbishments.
• Businesses – Archiving documents, storing stock, seasonal displays, spare equipment or office furniture during an office move.
• Students – Term-time or holiday storage for boxes, books, clothes and small furniture rather than carting everything home.

What Our Storage Service Includes

Our storage solutions cover most household and office contents. Typical items we store include:

• Sofas, armchairs, beds, wardrobes and other furniture
• White goods such as fridges, freezers, washing machines and cookers (defrosted and drained)
• Boxes of personal belongings, books, clothes and files
• Office desks, chairs, cabinets, IT equipment and peripherals
• Sports equipment, bicycles, tools and garden items (clean and dry)
• Non-perishable stock, display stands and promotional materials

Items We Cannot Store

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, certain items are excluded from our storage facilities:

• Perishable or open food and drink
• Hazardous materials, flammables, gas bottles, fuel or chemicals
• Illegal goods, stolen items or anything contravening UK law
• Live plants, animals or any living organisms
• Cash, high-value jewellery or irreplaceable documents (we recommend a bank safe deposit or specialist provider)
• Explosives, firearms or ammunition

If you’re unsure whether something can be stored, we’re happy to advise before collection.

Our Step-by-Step Storage Process

1. Enquiry & Quotation

Contact Ilford Movers by phone or online with a list of items or an approximate volume. We’ll ask a few simple questions about access, floors and timing. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quote covering collection, storage and redelivery. We explain all charges in plain language so you know exactly what to expect.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For larger loads, we recommend a quick survey. This can often be done virtually using photos or video, or we can visit your Ilford property if needed. The survey lets us confirm the right storage space, number of porters and vehicle size, and identify any special access issues, lifts or heavy items that may need extra protection.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can choose between:

• Full packing service – Our trained packers bring boxes and materials, wrap and pack everything for storage, and label all items.
• Part packing service – We pack fragile or bulky items; you pack the rest.
• Owner-packed – You pack your own belongings, and we simply collect and store them.

We use sturdy cartons, furniture blankets, mattress covers and shrink-wrap where needed to ensure items are well-protected during transit and in store.

4. Loading & Transport to Store

On collection day, our professional team arrives on time, carries out a quick walk-through and agrees the plan with you. We protect floors and bannisters where required, then carefully load everything onto our vehicles, securing each load for transport. Your items are then taken directly to our secure storage facility from your Ilford address.

5. Storage & Redelivery

At the warehouse, we unload, record and place your items into your allocated storage area. When you’re ready, simply contact us to arrange partial or full redelivery to your new address. We then unload & place your items into the rooms you specify, making move-in as straightforward as possible.

Transparent, Fair Pricing

We keep our pricing simple and open. Storage is charged by the volume of space you use and the length of time you store for. Collection and redelivery are quoted separately, based on access, distance and the size of the team required. There are no hidden extras for basic protection materials or standard handling.

Before you commit, we provide a written quotation detailing:

• Collection cost (including labour and vehicle)
• Weekly or monthly storage rate
• Optional packing service charges
• Redelivery cost when you’re ready

We can advise on reducing costs by decluttering, sharing space between family members or choosing midweek slots where possible.

Why Choose Professional Storage Over DIY or Cheap Man-and-Van?

Using a professional storage and removals company offers clear advantages over hiring a van or casual help:

• Safety – Our trained teams know how to lift, carry and stack properly, reducing the risk of damage or injury.
• Security – Your goods are stored in a monitored facility rather than a garage or ad-hoc unit with uncertain security.
• Insurance – Your belongings are covered by our goods in transit insurance and warehouse cover, subject to terms.
• Consistency – We handle the whole chain from door to store and back again, so there’s clear responsibility at every stage.
• Time-saving – We manage the packing, lifting and driving, leaving you free to focus on the move itself.

With a casual man-and-van, you may find there is little or no insurance, limited accountability and no guarantee of secure, dry storage conditions.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Ilford Movers operates to recognised industry standards, with a strong focus on protecting your belongings and your property.

• Goods in transit insurance – Covers your items while being moved between your home, our vehicle and the storage facility, subject to policy limits and conditions.
• Public liability cover – Protects you and your property in the unlikely event of accidental damage caused by our team.
• Fully insured storage facility – Your stored goods are held in a secure, monitored environment with appropriate cover.
• Trained, professional teams – Our staff receive ongoing training in handling, packing and health & safety.

We are always happy to explain our insurance arrangements in more detail and provide confirmation of cover on request.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We treat stored items with the same care as if we were moving them directly into a new home. Furniture is wrapped, fragile items are padded, and loads are stacked to avoid crushing or warping. Floors and walls at your property are protected where needed to prevent scuffs and scrapes.

We also aim to work as sustainably as we reasonably can. We reuse strong cartons where appropriate, offer reusable crates for business customers, and recycle old materials rather than simply discarding them. Route planning is managed to minimise unnecessary mileage around Ilford and surrounding areas, helping to reduce emissions.

Real-World Storage Use Cases

• Moving house – When completion dates don’t line up, we collect your contents, store them safely and then deliver to your new Ilford or Greater London address on the agreed date.
• Office relocation – Businesses use our storage during phased office moves, refurbishments or when consolidating sites, keeping spare furniture and documents secure until needed.
• Renovations and refits – Keep furniture and personal belongings out of the way of dust, paint and contractors while building works take place.
• Urgent moves – If you need to vacate quickly, we can remove and store your items at short notice, giving you breathing space to plan your next step.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage with Ilford Movers cost?

Storage costs depend mainly on how much space you need, how long you store for and the level of service required. We usually estimate in cubic feet or metres based on a list or survey of your items. On top of the weekly or monthly storage rate, there is a collection charge and a separate redelivery cost when you’re ready. Optional packing services are priced according to the number of packers and packing materials used. We’ll always provide a clear written quotation before you commit, with no hidden extras.

Can you offer same-day or urgent storage in Ilford?

Where possible, yes. If you have an urgent situation – such as a sale falling through, a last-minute tenancy change or the need to clear a property quickly – we will do our best to arrange same-day or next-day collection and storage. Availability depends on our schedule and the size of the job, but we keep some flexibility for emergencies. Calling us as early as possible in the day gives the best chance of securing a slot. We’ll discuss realistic options and costs with you upfront.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance while being moved between your property and the storage facility, and by our warehouse cover while in store, subject to policy terms and value limits. We recommend you tell us about any particularly high-value items so we can confirm appropriate cover or suggest additional protection where needed. As with any insurance, there are exclusions and conditions, which we’re happy to explain in plain language. If you have your own contents policy, it’s also worth checking whether it covers belongings in storage.

What exactly is included in your storage service?

Our standard service includes collection from your Ilford address, careful loading, protected transport to our secure facility, and storage for as long as you require. We provide basic protective materials such as transit blankets and ties, and we allocate appropriate storage space for your items. When you’re ready, we arrange redelivery back to your chosen address and unload items into the rooms you indicate. Optional extras include full or part packing, dismantling and reassembly of furniture, and additional protection such as mattress covers and export wrapping for very delicate pieces.

How is your service different from a basic man-and-van?

With Ilford Movers you’re getting a structured, professional service rather than just transport. We provide trained staff, proper protective equipment, secure and fully insured storage facilities, and clear documentation. A casual man-and-van often has limited or no insurance, no formal inventory, and may use ad-hoc or shared storage with uncertain security. We take responsibility for your items from the moment we collect them until they’re returned, with consistent standards and a clear point of contact throughout. This greatly reduces the risk of damage, loss or disputes later on.

How far in advance should I book storage?

For the best choice of dates, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance, especially during busy periods such as the end of the month and summer. That said, we know moves don’t always go to plan, so we’ll always try to accommodate late notice requests. The more notice we have, the easier it is to schedule the right team and vehicle for your job and to keep costs sensible. If you expect you might need storage but your dates aren’t fixed, we can pencil you in and confirm details closer to the time.