Storage
Secure Storage in Pimlico by Pimlico Movers
At Pimlico Movers we provide secure, flexible storage solutions in and around Pimlico, designed and run by experienced removals professionals. Whether you need short-term storage between moves or a longer-term space for business stock, we collect, protect and return your belongings with care.
Professional Storage Services in Pimlico
Our storage service combines expert removals handling with safe, monitored facilities. We collect items from your home or office, wrap and protect them, transport everything to our storage facility, and return them when you are ready. There is no need to hire a van, lift heavy furniture or worry about access hours – we manage the whole process.
All items are handled by trained staff and covered by our goods in transit and public liability insurance, giving you confidence that your possessions are in safe hands from door to store and back again.
Local Storage Expertise in Pimlico
Operating in Pimlico every day, we know the area’s mansion blocks, period terraces and narrow streets extremely well. We are used to dealing with permits, parking restrictions and lifts that barely fit a sofa. This local knowledge allows us to plan collections and returns efficiently, saving you time and inconvenience.
Whether you are just off Warwick Way, near Pimlico tube or along the river, our crews know how to manage access, protect communal areas and keep neighbours and building managers happy.
Who Our Storage Service Is For
Homeowners
Perfect if you are between exchange and completion, renovating or de-cluttering ahead of a sale. We can remove larger items and boxes, store them securely and deliver them to your new address when the time comes.
Renters
Ideal when your tenancy dates do not line up, or you are moving into a smaller place but want to keep furniture for the future. We collect from flats of all sizes and can work around lift restrictions and tight staircases.
Landlords
Use our storage to hold furniture between tenancies, protect items during refurbishments or clear a property quickly after a check-out. We can work to tight timelines and provide inventory-style labelling if required.
Businesses
From excess office furniture to archived files and seasonal stock, our storage is well suited to businesses that need flexibility without committing to their own warehouse space. We can collect outside normal working hours to minimise disruption.
Students
If you are going home for the holidays or on placement, we can collect your belongings from halls or private accommodation, store them, and return to your new address at the start of term.
What We Can Store
We handle a wide range of household and business items, including:
- Furniture: sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables and chairs
- Household contents: boxes, clothing, books, kitchenware
- Electronics and appliances (properly prepared)
- Office furniture, files and equipment
- Sports equipment and hobby items
- Decor, artwork and mirrors (with appropriate protection)
Items We Cannot Store
For safety, legal and insurance reasons, some items are excluded:
- Perishable goods and food
- Flammable, hazardous or corrosive materials (e.g. fuel, paints, gas cylinders)
- Illegal items or anything obtained unlawfully
- Live plants or animals
- Cash, high-value jewellery or irreplaceable documents
If you are unsure about a particular item, we are happy to advise before collection.
Our Step-by-Step Storage Process
1. Enquiry & Quote
You contact us by phone or online with a brief description of what you need to store and for how long. We ask a few questions about volume, access and timing, then provide a clear, no-obligation estimate based on your requirements.
2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite
For larger jobs, we arrange a short video or onsite survey. This allows us to assess parking, staircases, lifts and the amount of space required. Accurate surveying avoids surprises on the day and ensures we allocate the right team and vehicle.
3. Packing & Preparation
You can pack your own boxes, or choose our professional packing service. Our crew brings materials such as boxes, tape, bubble wrap and export wrap. Fragile and high-value items are specially wrapped and labelled so they can be identified quickly when you need them back.
4. Loading & Transport
On collection day, our professional team protects floors and bannisters before carefully loading your items. Everything is listed, labelled and secured in the vehicle. We then transport your goods directly to our storage facility under goods in transit insurance.
5. Unloading & Storage Placement
At the facility, items are unloaded into your allocated storage space. We stack and arrange items sensibly, so that any part-deliveries later are straightforward. When you are ready for your belongings back, we schedule a convenient return and place furniture and boxes into the rooms you specify.
Transparent Storage Pricing
Our pricing is based on three main factors:
- Volume of goods (space required in storage)
- Length of time in storage
- Collection and return logistics (distance, access, crew size)
You receive a clear written quotation showing storage costs (typically weekly or monthly) and any collection/return charges. There are no hidden fees for basic access or standard insurance. If your needs change – more items, fewer items, longer or shorter terms – we adjust the cost accordingly and explain any differences in advance.
Why Choose Professional Storage Over DIY
Using a professional removals and storage company is very different from hiring a casual man-and-van or attempting to move everything yourself. Our trained teams know how to dismantle, wrap and carry furniture safely, reducing the risk of damage and injury. We provide proper vehicles, protective materials and insurance, which are rarely included with cheaper alternatives.
With professional storage, you also benefit from accurate inventories, secure monitored facilities and predictable costs. There is no need to drive large vans around Pimlico or worry about lifting heavy items up and down stairs.
Insurance and Professional Standards
As a responsible removals and storage company, we operate to recognised industry standards. Your goods are protected by:
- Goods in transit insurance for transport to and from storage
- Public liability cover for work carried out in your property
- Secure, monitored storage facilities with controlled access
Our crews are trained in safe lifting, packing and loading techniques. We use appropriate equipment such as trolleys, straps and furniture blankets to prevent damage. Documentation and labelling are handled carefully so that your items remain traceable at every stage.
Care, Protection and Sustainability
We treat your possessions as if they were our own. Before items leave your property, we wrap and protect them using blankets, bubble wrap and stretch film where needed. Mattresses and sofas can be bagged to keep them clean, and delicate surfaces are covered.
We are committed to reducing waste where possible. Cartons are reused when in good condition and then recycled; we avoid unnecessary trips by planning routes carefully and combining collections and deliveries where practical. If you have unwanted items, we can help arrange responsible disposal or donation to local charities.
Real-World Storage Use Cases
Moving House
Completion delays and chain issues are common. We regularly store full house contents for a few days or weeks while paperwork is finalised. When the keys are released, we deliver directly to your new address.
Office Relocations
Businesses often need to decant furniture and files during refurbishments or while waiting for fit-out works to complete. We can remove, store and then re-install everything according to your floor plan.
Urgent or Last-Minute Storage
Life does not always go to plan. If you need storage at short notice – an unexpected move-out date, a flood, or emergency repairs – we do our best to provide rapid collection and secure space, subject to availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does storage with Pimlico Movers cost?
Costs depend on how much you need to store, for how long, and the complexity of collection and return. We typically charge a weekly or monthly rate based on the volume of your goods, plus one-off fees for collection and redelivery. During your enquiry we estimate the space required and provide a clear written quote with no hidden extras. If your volume or duration changes, we update the price and explain any differences in advance so you always know what to expect.
Can you offer same-day or urgent storage in Pimlico?
Where capacity allows, we can often arrange same-day or next-day storage in Pimlico and the surrounding areas. This is particularly useful for urgent move-outs, landlord requests or unexpected building issues. The more information you can give us early in the day, the better we can plan vehicles and crews. While we cannot guarantee availability at very short notice, we will always be honest about what is realistic and do our best to offer a practical solution.
Are my belongings insured while in storage and in transit?
Yes. Your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance while being moved between your property and our facility, and by our standard storage cover while in store. We also carry public liability insurance for work carried out at your premises. During the quotation we will outline the level of cover included and any options to increase this for particularly high-value items. We also use careful packing, handling and inventory systems to reduce the chance of any claim being needed.
What is included in your storage service?
Our storage service includes collection from your home or business, protective wrapping of furniture as required, transport to our facility, secure storage for the agreed period, and redelivery at the end of the term. Standard insurance and basic documentation are included. Optional extras include full packing and unpacking, furniture dismantling and reassembly, and out-of-hours collections or deliveries. We will clearly list what is and is not included in your quote so you can tailor the service to your needs.
How is this different from using a man-and-van or self-storage?
With a casual man-and-van or self-storage unit, you usually handle packing, loading, driving and unloading yourself, often without formal insurance or trained support. With Pimlico Movers, professional teams manage the heavy lifting, packing and transport using proper vehicles and equipment. We provide secure storage, inventories and clear responsibility for your goods. You do not need to organise separate van hire, fuel or insurance, and you avoid the risk of injury or damage that often comes with DIY moves.
How far in advance should I book storage?
We recommend booking as soon as you know you will need storage, especially during busy periods such as summer and month-ends. A week or two’s notice is ideal, but we regularly accommodate shorter lead times where we have capacity. Early booking gives you a better choice of dates and allows us to arrange surveys, parking and packing materials in good time. If your dates are not fixed, we can pencil in provisional slots and confirm once your plans are finalised.
