Storage

Storage in Soho by Removal Company Soho

At Removal Company Soho, we provide secure, flexible storage solutions for households and businesses across Soho and central London. Whether you are between moves, decluttering, renovating or need extra commercial space, our professional, fully insured storage service keeps your belongings safe and accessible, without the hassle of managing a unit yourself.

Local Storage Expertise in Soho

Operating in Soho for years, we understand the challenges of living and working in a busy, space-limited part of London. Parking restrictions, narrow streets and compact properties make on-site storage difficult. Our service is designed around Soho life: efficient collections, careful handling in tight stairwells, and reliable delivery back when you need your items.

Because we combine removals and storage, you only deal with one experienced team from collection to redelivery. There is no need to hire a van, carry heavy items, or navigate an out-of-town storage facility.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

If you are selling or renovating, we can store furniture, boxes and household contents while you create space for viewings or carry out works. We can collect before building starts and redeliver room by room once you are ready.

Renters

Between tenancies, relocating abroad or downsizing? We offer flexible, short-term and long-term storage so you do not have to give up items you will need later. We can collect directly from flats, including upper floors with no lift, using trained teams and suitable equipment.

Landlords

We help landlords store furniture between lets, clear properties for refurbishment, or hold items while you switch between furnished and unfurnished arrangements. We can also coordinate key collection with your agents to minimise disruption.

Businesses

From Soho studios and agencies to retail and hospitality, our business storage covers stock, marketing materials, exhibition stands, files and office furniture. We can implement an inventory system so you always know what is in storage, and schedule regular collections and returns.

Students

Students at nearby universities and colleges use our storage to keep belongings safe during holidays, placements or gap years. We can collect directly from halls or shared houses and redeliver to your next address when term starts.

What We Can Store

Most everyday household and office items are suitable for our storage facilities. Common items include:

• Furniture – sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables and chairs
• Boxes of clothes, books, kitchenware and personal items
• Office desks, chairs, pedestals and filing cabinets
• IT equipment and small electronics (securely packed)
• Retail stock, props, samples and marketing materials
• Bikes, sports equipment and hobby items

Items We Cannot Store

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, we cannot store certain items, including:

• Perishable or open food and drink
• Flammable, explosive or hazardous materials (e.g. fuel, paint thinners, gas cylinders)
• Illegal goods or items of uncertain ownership
• Live animals, plants or any biological matter
• Cash, high-value jewellery or irreplaceable documents (we recommend a safe deposit box)
• Strongly scented or leaking liquids

If you are unsure whether something can be stored, our team will advise before collection.

How Our Storage Service Works

1. Enquiry & Quote

Contact us by phone, email or online form with a brief description of what you need to store and for how long. We will ask a few questions about access at your property and the type of items involved. Based on this, we provide a clear, no-obligation quote covering collection, storage, and optional packing.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

For larger volumes or complex properties, we carry out a professional survey. This can be done virtually via video call or onsite in person. The survey allows us to assess access, estimate storage volume accurately, and plan any special handling for fragile or bulky items.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can either pack yourself, or use our professional packing service. We supply quality boxes, wrapping materials and wardrobe cartons. Our trained movers label everything clearly so it is easy to identify and retrieve later. Fragile items are wrapped and protected to a standard suitable for extended storage.

4. Loading & Transport

On the agreed date, our team arrives with the appropriate vehicle and equipment. We protect floors and doorways where needed, then carefully load your items, using blankets and strapping to minimise movement in transit. Your goods are then transported directly to our secure storage facility.

5. Unloading, Storage & Redelivery

At the facility, your belongings are unloaded into your allocated storage space. We can create an inventory on request, which is particularly useful for businesses and landlords. When you are ready, simply contact us to book redelivery. We will bring your items back, unload and place them in the rooms you specify.

Transparent Storage Pricing

We believe in clear, straightforward pricing. Your overall cost typically has three elements:

• Collection and transport from your Soho property
• Weekly or monthly storage charge based on volume
• Optional services such as packing, materials and redelivery

There are no hidden fees for access by appointment, and we explain any potential additional costs (such as difficult access or extra-heavy items) in advance. For longer-term storage, we can often provide preferential rates. All pricing is confirmed in writing before you commit.

Why Use Professional Storage Instead of DIY or Man-and-Van?

Using a casual man-and-van or doing it yourself might seem cheaper at first glance, but there are important differences:

• Fully insured service with appropriate goods in transit and public liability cover
• Trained teams who know how to pack and handle items for long-term storage
• Integrated service: collection, storage and redelivery all managed by one company
• Proper protection materials to reduce the risk of damage
• Accurate volume assessment so you do not overpay for space

With a DIY approach, you are responsible for lifting, transport, access, and often pay for a larger self-storage unit than you need. With us, you pay only for the space you use and benefit from professional handling throughout.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Your belongings are important, both financially and emotionally. That is why our storage service is backed by robust protections and professional standards:

• Goods in transit insurance while your items are being moved between your property and our facility
• Public liability cover for work carried out on your premises
• Trained, uniformed staff following established handling and safety procedures
• Secure, monitored storage environment with controlled access

We adhere to industry best practice for packing, stacking and storing items over longer periods, reducing the risk of crushing, warping or moisture-related issues.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We treat your belongings as if they were our own. During collection and storage we use blankets, covers and proper stacking techniques to protect surfaces and structures. Mattresses, sofas and delicate items are wrapped for added protection.

We also pay attention to sustainability: reusing packing materials where appropriate, recycling responsibly, and planning routes efficiently to limit unnecessary mileage. When you no longer need certain items, we can help with donation or recycling options rather than sending everything to landfill.

Real-World Storage Use Cases

Moving House

Completion dates do not always align perfectly. We regularly store full or partial house contents for a few days, weeks or months between moves. This can make your removals day less stressful and keep your new home uncluttered while you settle in.

Office Relocations

Businesses often need to decant furniture, files and equipment in stages. Our storage service allows you to phase an office move, holding surplus items until you decide what is needed in the new space. We can redeliver to your new Soho office or elsewhere in London.

Urgent or Last-Minute Needs

Occasionally, storage is required at short notice – for example, when a tenancy ends sooner than expected or building works overrun. Subject to availability, we can arrange rapid collection and storage, sometimes on the same or next working day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage in Soho cost?

Costs depend on how much you store, how long for, and whether you need collection, packing and redelivery. We charge based on volume rather than a fixed unit size, so you only pay for the space you actually use. Collection and redelivery are quoted separately, taking into account access at your property and distance from our facility. For longer-term storage we can often offer reduced weekly or monthly rates. We are always happy to provide a clear, itemised quote before you decide.

Can you offer same-day or urgent storage?

Where our schedule allows, we can often provide same-day or next-day storage collection in Soho, particularly for smaller loads. It helps if you can be flexible on timing and have items packed and ready to go. For larger properties or complex access, we may need a little longer to arrange the correct team and vehicle. If you have an urgent requirement, call us as early as possible and we will advise what is realistically achievable and provide an immediate estimate.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Yes. Your items are covered by our goods in transit insurance while being moved, and by our storage cover while held in our facility, subject to policy terms and declared values. In addition, our public liability cover protects you against accidental damage to your property during collection and delivery. We will explain the cover levels, any exclusions, and how to declare high-value items. If you have your own contents or business insurance, we recommend checking whether it provides additional protection while items are in storage.

What is included in your storage service?

As standard, we provide professional collection from your Soho property, careful loading, transport to our secure facility, and storage in a suitable space. We handle all the lifting, stacking and protection of items. On request, we can also supply packing materials, carry out full or partial packing, and prepare an inventory. When you are ready, we arrange redelivery to your chosen address and place items in the rooms you specify. All inclusions and optional extras are outlined clearly in your written quote.

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

A man-and-van typically offers transport only, with limited or no insurance, and you often still need to arrange your own storage unit. Our service combines professional removals and secure storage into one package. We are fully insured, use trained staff, provide proper protection materials and handle all lifting and stacking. You do not have to sign separate contracts with a storage facility, manage keys or worry about how items are stored. This results in better protection for your belongings and clearer responsibility if anything goes wrong.

How far in advance should I book storage?

For the best choice of dates and smoother planning, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance, particularly during busy periods such as summer and month-end. However, we understand that storage needs can arise unexpectedly, so we always try to accommodate shorter notice where possible. Even if your dates are not fixed, it is helpful to contact us early so we can discuss options, estimate volumes and pencil in provisional slots that can be adjusted later.