Storage

Storage in Shepherd's Bush by Man with Van Shepherd's Bush

At Man with Van Shepherd's Bush, we provide secure, flexible storage solutions for households, landlords, businesses and students across Shepherd's Bush and West London. As a local removals and storage company, we handle the whole process – from collection and packing, to secure storage and redelivery when you need it.

Professional Storage Services in Shepherd's Bush

Our storage service is designed for people who need safe, affordable space without the hassle of traditional self-storage. We collect your items from your property, carefully wrap and protect them, transport them to our secure facility, and return them when required.

We offer:

• Short-term storage – perfect between moves, during renovations or while decorating
• Long-term storage – for items you don’t need daily but don’t want to part with
• Business storage – archives, stock, furniture and equipment
• Student storage – term-time, summer or gap year solutions
• Furniture storage – single items through to full house contents

All work is carried out by our own trained, local team and your belongings are protected by our goods in transit insurance and public liability cover.

Local Storage Expertise in Shepherd's Bush

Based in Shepherd's Bush, we understand the challenges of West London living: limited space, busy streets and tight access. Our team works daily in W12 and surrounding postcodes, so we know the buildings, parking restrictions and typical layouts inside out.

That local knowledge means we can plan efficient collections and deliveries, minimise disruption to neighbours and building managers, and choose the right vehicle and team for your specific property – whether it’s a mansion block off Goldhawk Road, a terraced house near Uxbridge Road, or student accommodation around the area.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

Ideal if you’re selling, decluttering for viewings, renovating, or moving out on one date and into your new home later. We can store a few key pieces or your entire household contents on a flexible basis.

Renters

Perfect for tenants between lets, relocating for work, or downsizing but wanting to keep certain belongings. We can hold items securely for weeks or months until your new tenancy begins.

Landlords

Our storage service helps landlords who need to clear or rotate furniture between properties, store items during refurbishments, or keep appliances safe while works are ongoing.

Businesses

We support local offices, retailers and trades with overflow storage for stock, exhibition materials, seasonal items, office furniture and archived documents. We can collect and redeliver directly to your premises on a schedule that suits you.

Students

Students in Shepherd's Bush and across West London use our storage between terms, over the summer or during placements. We collect from halls or shared houses and re-deliver to your new address when you’re back.

What You Can Put into Storage

Items Typically Included

We can store most household and office items, including:

• Sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables and chairs
• Boxes of clothes, books, kitchenware and personal items
• Office desks, chairs, cabinets and IT equipment (properly packed)
• Sports equipment, bikes, suitcases and hobby items
• Non-perishable household goods and small appliances
• Archive boxes and business records

Items We Cannot Store

For safety, legal and insurance reasons we cannot store:

• Perishable or open food and anything that attracts pests
• Flammable, explosive or hazardous materials (including gas bottles, paints, solvents, fuels)
• Illegal goods or items of unclear ownership
• Live plants or animals
• Cash, jewellery, precious metals or high-value artwork (these should be stored in specialist facilities)
• Items that are damp, infested or likely to cause damage to other goods

How Our Storage Process Works

1. Enquiry & Quote

You contact us with details of what you need to store, your property type and dates. We’ll ask a few questions to understand the volume and any access issues, then provide a clear, no-obligation quotation covering collection, storage and redelivery.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

For larger loads or entire homes, we may recommend a brief virtual or onsite survey. This helps us accurately assess the volume in cubic feet or metres, check parking and access, and plan the right number of professional movers and vehicles so collection runs smoothly.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack your own boxes, or we can provide a packing service. Our team will protect furniture with blankets and covers, disassemble larger items where needed, and label everything clearly to ensure straightforward retrieval. We supply quality packing materials if required.

4. Loading & Transport

On collection day, our trained team arrives on time, loads your belongings carefully and secures them in the vehicle. Everything is transported directly to our secure storage facility, with your goods protected by our goods in transit insurance throughout the journey.

5. Storage, Unloading & Placement

At the facility, your items are unloaded into your allocated storage space. We stack and organise items sensibly to protect fragile pieces and ensure efficient use of space. When you’re ready, we simply reverse the process: we collect from your unit and deliver back to your chosen address, placing items in the rooms you specify.

Transparent Storage Pricing

We believe in straightforward, honest pricing with no hidden extras. Your quote will usually include:

• Collection from your address in Shepherd's Bush or surrounding areas
• Transport to and from our storage facility
• Storage charged by volume and duration (weekly or monthly)
• Optional packing service and materials if requested

Factors affecting the cost include:

• Total volume of items (how much space you need)
• Access at your property (stairs, lifts, parking restrictions)
• Storage period (short-term vs long-term discounts)
• Additional services such as disassembly or packing

We’ll explain your options clearly so you can choose the level of service that fits your budget and timescale.

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

Using a professional storage and removals company offers several advantages over doing it yourself or hiring an unregulated man-and-van:

• Fully insured – your goods are covered by goods in transit insurance and public liability
• Trained teams – experienced movers who know how to lift, protect and stack items safely
• Proper vehicles – clean, purpose-built vans with securing systems and protective equipment
• Planned logistics – we manage access, parking and routes around Shepherd's Bush and beyond
• Accountability – a registered business with clear terms, not casual labour

DIY or casual options can appear cheaper but often result in damage, injuries, extra trips and unexpected costs. Professional storage gives you peace of mind and a smoother experience from start to finish.

Insurance and Professional Standards

We take the safety of your belongings seriously. Our service includes:

• Goods in transit insurance for your items while being moved between locations
• Public liability cover for work carried out in your property or building
• Trained, uniformed staff who follow safe handling and lifting practices
• Use of appropriate protective materials and equipment for each job

We’ll advise you on any specific high-value items that may require additional cover or specialist handling, ensuring you have a clear understanding of how your goods are protected.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We handle every item as if it were our own. Furniture is wrapped and covered, boxes are stacked sensibly, and fragile items are clearly marked and treated with extra care.

We also aim to operate responsibly by:

• Reusing strong cartons and protective materials where safe and hygienic
• Recycling cardboard and plastics from packing jobs
• Planning routes to reduce unnecessary mileage and emissions
• Encouraging customers to declutter and donate unwanted items where appropriate

Common Real-World Storage Uses

Moving House

If your sale and purchase dates don’t align, or you’re moving abroad temporarily, we can place your entire home into storage and deliver it to your new address when you’re ready.

Office Relocations

Businesses often need temporary storage during refurbishments or phased moves. We can hold furniture, documents and IT equipment securely until your new workspace is set up.

Urgent or Short-Notice Storage

Sometimes situations change quickly – a tenancy ending sooner than expected, last-minute building works, or an emergency clear-out. Subject to availability, we can arrange same-day or next-day collections in Shepherd's Bush and nearby areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage with collection cost?

Costs depend mainly on how much you’re storing, how long for, and the access at your property. We usually combine a one-off collection and delivery fee with a weekly or monthly storage charge based on the volume of your goods. Short-term storage is generally priced per week, while longer stays may benefit from reduced monthly rates. After a quick discussion or survey, we’ll provide a clear written quote so you know exactly what’s included before you decide.

Can you offer same-day or urgent storage in Shepherd's Bush?

In many cases, yes. If our schedule and storage space allow, we can arrange same-day or next-day collection and storage, particularly within Shepherd's Bush and nearby areas. The more detail you can provide when you call – including an idea of volume and any access restrictions – the easier it is for us to respond quickly. Urgent bookings are subject to availability, so contacting us as soon as you know you need help gives you the best chance of securing your ideal slot.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Your items are protected by our standard goods in transit insurance during collection and delivery, and we maintain public liability cover for all work at your property. Our facilities have appropriate security measures in place to safeguard stored items. For particularly high-value or unusual goods, we may recommend you inform your own insurer or consider additional cover. We will always explain clearly what is and isn’t covered so you can make informed decisions about any extra protection you may wish to arrange.

What’s included in your storage service?

Our service can be as simple or as comprehensive as you require. As standard, we offer collection from your address, careful loading, transport to our storage facility, secure storage space, and redelivery to your chosen address at the end of the term. You can add optional services such as packing, supply of materials, and disassembly or reassembly of furniture. We’ll outline everything in your quote so you can see exactly what’s included and decide which extras, if any, you’d like.

How is this different from using a basic man-and-van and self-storage?

With a casual man-and-van plus self-storage, you often handle the booking, loading, unloading and paperwork with two separate companies, and insurance can be unclear. With us, you have one professional, accountable provider managing the entire process. Our trained team collects, protects and stores your items, and your goods are covered by appropriate insurances while in our care. You avoid the heavy lifting, logistical headaches and multiple trips that usually come with doing everything yourself.

How far in advance should I book storage?

For planned moves or renovations, booking one to three weeks in advance is ideal, especially in busy periods such as summer and month-ends. This gives us time to carry out any survey, reserve the right amount of storage space and allocate a suitable team and vehicle. However, we understand that plans can change quickly, so we also accommodate short-notice and urgent bookings where possible. If you have dates in mind, it’s always best to get in touch sooner rather than later.