Storage

Secure Storage in Bromley with Bromley Movers

At Bromley Movers, we provide secure, flexible storage solutions for households and businesses across Bromley and the surrounding areas. Whether you need short-term storage between moves or a longer-term option for surplus stock, we combine professional removals expertise with modern, secure storage facilities.

Our Bromley Storage Service Explained

Our storage service is designed to be simple, safe and flexible. We collect, store and return your goods using our own trained removals teams and vehicles, so you don’t have to lift a thing. Items are wrapped, inventoried and placed into secure wooden containers or steel units, depending on your needs.

We offer both short-term storage (from a few days) and long-term storage (months or years), with clear pricing and no hidden extras. Access arrangements can be tailored to you, and we can also combine storage with our full removals and professional packing services.

Local Storage Expertise in Bromley

As a Bromley-based removals company, we understand the realities of moving and storing belongings in this part of London and Kent. From period homes in Shortlands to apartments in Bromley town centre and businesses in Orpington, we know the typical access issues, parking restrictions and building layouts.

That local knowledge helps us plan your collection and return efficiently, reduce risk to your belongings and keep your overall costs under control. You’ll deal with a local office and a stable team, not a call centre.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

If you’re selling, renovating or downsizing, storage can give you breathing space. We regularly help homeowners store furniture, heirlooms and seasonal items while they complete works or wait for a completion date.

Renters

For renters between tenancies or moving into smaller properties, our storage service is a practical way to keep possessions safe without committing to a larger, more expensive rental just for the extra space.

Landlords

Landlords use our storage when changing between furnished and unfurnished lets, carrying out refurbishments, or holding furniture during void periods. We can collect from multiple properties and return to suit your schedule.

Businesses

Local businesses use our business storage for documents, stock, display materials, surplus furniture and seasonal equipment. We can coordinate with your office move, archive rotation or retail fit-out to minimise disruption.

Students

Students in and around Bromley and South East London often store belongings with us over summer or placement years. We can collect from halls or shared houses, store securely and deliver when term starts again.

What We Can and Cannot Store

Items We Commonly Store

• Household furniture, beds, wardrobes and sofas
• White goods and household appliances
• Boxes of clothes, books and personal effects
• IT equipment, office furniture and files
• Retail stock, exhibition and marketing materials
• Sports equipment, bikes and hobby items

Items We Cannot Store

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, we are unable to store:

• Perishable or food items
• Flammable, explosive or hazardous materials (including gas canisters, paints, fuels and solvents)
• Illegal items or substances
• Cash, jewellery or high-value collections better suited to specialist storage or a bank
• Live plants or animals

If you are unsure about a particular item, we’re happy to advise before collection.

How Our Storage Process Works

1. Enquiry & Quote

You contact us by phone or online with an outline of what you need to store, where from and for how long. We’ll ask a few questions to estimate volume, access and any special requirements. Based on this, we provide a clear, written quotation for collection, storage and redelivery.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

For larger households or business projects, we recommend a survey. This can be carried out virtually via video call or onsite in Bromley and nearby areas. The survey lets us measure volume accurately, plan parking, assess any stairs or lifts and identify fragile or unusual items that need special handling.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can choose between self-packed storage (you pack your own boxes) or our professional packing service. If you choose the latter, our trained team will bring quality packing materials, wrap furniture, pack boxes and label everything clearly for easy retrieval. Mattresses, sofas and delicate pieces are carefully protected.

4. Loading & Transport

On the agreed day, our removals crew arrives in a suitably sized vehicle. We protect floors where needed, dismantle agreed items and load your goods safely. Everything is cross-checked against an inventory list for traceability. Your belongings are then transported directly to our secure storage facility.

5. Storage & Unloading into Units

At the facility, your goods are carefully unloaded into your assigned container(s) or unit. Units are stacked and stored in a clean, monitored environment. Items are arranged logically, with fragile or heavy pieces located appropriately to minimise risk during storage.

6. Redelivery & Placement

When you’re ready to have your goods returned, we arrange a convenient date and location. Our team retrieves your container(s), loads them onto our vehicles and delivers them back to your home or business. We unload, reassemble agreed furniture and place items into the rooms you specify.

Transparent Storage Pricing

Our pricing is straightforward and based on three main factors:

• Volume of goods (measured in cubic feet or metres)
• Length of storage period
• Collection and redelivery requirements (distance, access, crew size)

We provide a clear written quote showing:

• Weekly or monthly storage charges
• Collection and redelivery costs
• Optional packing material and packing services

There are no hidden admin charges, and any additional services are agreed in advance. For longer-term storage, we may be able to offer reduced rates; just ask when you enquire.

Why Choose Professional Storage Over DIY or Basic Self-Storage

Using a professional removals and storage company offers several advantages over DIY or a casual man-and-van plus self-storage:

• Safety and protection: Proper packing, wrapping and handling reduce the risk of damage.
• Time-saving: Our crews do the lifting, loading and transport, freeing up your time.
• Accountability: You deal with an established firm, not an informal arrangement.
• Integrated service: Storage works hand-in-hand with your move, rather than as a separate task.
• Insurance cover: Our policies are designed for removals and storage, not private van hire.

For many people, the small extra cost compared with a purely DIY approach is outweighed by the reduced stress and risk.

Insurance and Professional Standards

We operate to high standards to keep your belongings safe and give you peace of mind:

• Goods in transit insurance covers your items while they are being moved between your property and our storage facility.
• Public liability cover protects you and your property while our team is working on-site.
• All crews are trained in safe lifting techniques, packing, furniture protection and vehicle loading.
• Our vehicles are maintained to a high standard and equipped for removals work.

Policy details and limits are available on request, and we will always explain any valuation conditions that apply.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We treat every item as if it were our own. Furniture is wrapped with transit blankets and specialist covers; mattresses and sofas are protected from dust and scuffs; and boxes are stacked to avoid crushing. We also aim to work in a responsible, sustainable way wherever possible.

We reuse sturdy cartons, recycle materials where appropriate and plan routes efficiently to reduce unnecessary mileage. If you have unwanted items in good condition, we can often help signpost local charities and recycling options rather than sending everything to landfill.

Real-World Storage Use Cases

Moving House with a Gap Between Dates

If your sale completes before your purchase, we can move everything into storage for a few days or weeks, then deliver to your new home once the keys are ready. This avoids rushed decisions and last-minute panic.

Office Relocation and Refurbishment

Businesses in Bromley often use our storage during refits, relocations or downsizing projects. We can store desks, chairs, filing cabinets and IT hardware, returning items in stages as your new space is set up.

Urgent or Last-Minute Storage

Sometimes storage needs arise unexpectedly – a tenancy ending sooner than planned, emergency works or a relationship breakdown. Subject to availability, we can often arrange rapid collection and storage to get your belongings safe at short notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage with Bromley Movers cost?

Storage costs depend mainly on how much space you need and for how long. We calculate volume based on a survey or your inventory, then provide a weekly or monthly rate per storage unit, plus collection and redelivery charges. Optional services like packing and materials are itemised so you can see exactly what you’re paying for. As a guide, storing the contents of a typical one-bedroom flat will cost less than a family house, and longer stays may attract better rates. We’ll always give a clear written quote before you commit.

Can you provide same-day or urgent storage in Bromley?

Where capacity allows, we can often help with same-day or very short-notice storage. This is particularly common when a chain collapses, a tenancy ends suddenly or there’s an unexpected delay in moving into a new property. The best first step is to call us as early as possible in the day so we can check vehicle and unit availability. While we can’t guarantee same-day space every time, we will always do our best to find a practical solution and outline all costs upfront.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Your belongings are covered by our goods in transit insurance while being moved and protected by our storage terms and conditions once in our facility. Insurance is designed to cover unforeseen events rather than wear and tear or pre-existing damage, and certain high-value items may require prior declaration. We’re happy to explain policy limits, any excesses and your responsibilities for accurate valuation. If you have specific concerns or particularly valuable pieces, we can discuss whether additional specialist cover would be appropriate.

What’s included in your storage service?

Our core service includes professional collection by our removals team, transport to our facility, secure storage in dedicated containers or units, and redelivery to your chosen address at the end of the storage period. We provide basic protection with transit blankets and covers as standard. Optional extras include full or part packing services, supply of boxes and materials, furniture dismantling and reassembly, and additional access requests during storage. Everything is clearly listed on your quotation so you can choose the level of service that suits your budget and timescale.

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

A casual man-and-van usually provides transport only, leaving you to do the packing, lifting and organising of storage. With Bromley Movers, you get a professional removals team, trained handling, proper inventory procedures and integrated insurance arrangements. We can pack, protect and load your goods, then store them in a managed facility rather than an anonymous unit block. This reduces the risk of damage, saves you considerable time and effort, and gives you a single point of responsibility from door to door.

How far in advance should I book storage?

For planned moves, we recommend booking as soon as you have a likely date, especially in busy periods such as late spring and summer. This allows us to schedule surveys, arrange suitable vehicles and reserve storage space at the best rate. However, we understand that dates can change, so we build in some flexibility where possible. If you need storage at short notice, contact us anyway; we often have solutions even within a few days, and we will always be upfront about what is and isn’t available.