Store Furniture Long Term
Temporary storage when moving is more common than people expect. Completion dates change, chains collapse, and sometimes you simply need more time between properties. Knowing how to store furniture long term without damage or excessive cost makes the gap between addresses far less stressful.
Store furniture long term costs £50–£200 per week depending on unit size. Temporary storage when moving bridges the gap between completion dates.
Giant Van handles removal to and from storage as part of your move.
Man and van from £48.
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Giant Van Temporary Storage When Moving: The Full Picture
When it comes to Temporary Warehouse Storage, choosing a removal storage expert requires looking beyond the price per week.
The key factors are access frequency (can you retrieve individual items when needed?), climate control (important for wooden furniture, electronics, and artwork), security (CCTV, alarmed units, access control), and insurance coverage.
Some storage facilities charge minimum rental periods of four weeks; others offer weekly flexibility.
Container storage is cheaper than self-storage but requires a crane or specialist vehicle for access.
Furniture that goes into a container is typically inaccessible until the whole unit is unloaded.
Giant Van can advise on the most suitable storage option for your circumstances and can transport to and from storage as part of your removal booking.
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Giant Van charges a single fixed price that covers the driver, van, fuel, equipment, and goods-in-transit insurance.
Every charge, including access, distance and clean-air zones, is shown in your quote before you pay.
The quote is based on an assessment of the property, the volume of goods, access conditions, and the distance involved.
Larger jobs requiring two movers or two vans are priced accordingly from the start.
Same-day bookings are available subject to availability and carry a small premium.
Midweek moves tend to be priced lower than weekend or end-of-month dates.
Quick and Easy Temporary Storage When Moving Booking
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Every move is handled by experienced, vetted crews.
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Every booking includes £500 of goods-in-transit cover free, with £3,000 Plus cover available for £12.
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The crew arrives within a confirmed time window.
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If the job takes longer than estimated for reasons within the crew's control, the additional time is covered.
From North to South: Temporary Storage When Moving
Booking a move with Giant Van starts with the online quote form.
Enter your collection postcode, destination postcode, property type, and moving date.
The system returns a fixed price within seconds for standard moves.
Larger or complex moves — long distances, piano moves, or office relocations — prompt a callback from the operations team within two hours.
You pay in full when you book — there's no deposit and nothing to pay on the day.
The balance is settled on the day of the move after the job is completed.
To change a booking, contact the team at least 48 hours ahead.
Last-minute changes within 48 hours may incur a rebooking fee.
Cancellations more than five days before the move date receive a full refund.
Moving and storage often go hand in hand when completion dates do not align or when you need to downsize before moving into a smaller property.
Giant Van provides a joined-up service: removal from your current home, delivery to storage, and collection and delivery to the new address when you are ready.
Message us in the live chat to discuss your timeline and get a fixed quote covering every leg of the move.
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Store Furniture Long Term — FAQs
Can a man in van removals service move items to a storage unit?
A man in van removals service can move items to a storage unit as part of a house move or as a standalone job. Giant Van frequently handles moves that involve a stop at a self-storage facility en route to the final destination.
Items that are going to storage should be clearly identified and packed separately to save time on the day. Message us in the live chat to include storage delivery in your removal booking.
How do I find reliable removal firms that also handle storage?
Look for firms that can quote for both the removal and the storage transport in one fixed price. Giant Van coordinates storage moves across London and regional areas. Confirm the firm carries goods-in-transit insurance that covers items while in storage, not just during transport.
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Sources and further reading
These are the official UK sources that set the rules for a job like this one. Each link goes straight to the source so you can check it yourself. Links open in a new tab.
- Self Storage Association UK
The UK trade body for self-storage operators, and where to check the standards a facility works to.
- Consumer Rights Act 2015, s.49 (reasonable care and skill)
Section 49 of the Consumer Rights Act 2015: a service you pay for must be carried out with reasonable care and skill.
- Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013
The regulations covering what a trader must tell you before you book, and your right to cancel a service booked online or by phone.
All links checked on or after 1 August 2026.
Compiled by the Giant Van editorial team
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