Storage

Storage in Islington with Islington Man and Van

At Islington Man and Van, we provide secure, flexible storage solutions in and around Islington for households, landlords, students and businesses. As a local removals and storage firm, we collect, protect and store your belongings with the same care we use on every move.

Professional Storage Services in Islington

Our storage service is designed to be straightforward: we collect from your door, wrap and protect items, transport them safely and place them into our secure, monitored storage facilities. When you need your belongings back, we deliver them to your new address, anywhere in London or across the UK.

Whether you need a single room’s contents stored for a few weeks or a full house or office for several months, we tailor the space and price to what you actually need – no paying for unused capacity.

Local Storage Expertise in Islington

Working daily across Islington – from Angel and Highbury to Canonbury and Barnsbury – we understand the realities of local properties: tight staircases, permit-only parking and busy streets. Our team plans collections and returns around local restrictions so the storage process is efficient and professional, with minimal disruption to you and your neighbours.

Because we also run a busy removals operation, we can coordinate your move and storage together: ideal if you have a gap between tenancies, are completing on a new purchase, or refitting an office.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

Perfect if you’re between homes, decluttering before putting your property on the market, or renovating. We can store everything from a few bulky items to the full contents of your house, carefully inventoried and protected.

Renters

If you’re moving between rentals, heading abroad, or waiting for a new place to be ready, our flexible storage lets you keep your belongings safe without committing to a long lease or hauling items across the city yourself.

Landlords

We help landlords store furniture during refurbishments, changeovers or repairs. We can clear a property quickly, store items securely, and return them once work is finished, supporting letting agents and independent landlords alike.

Businesses

Our storage is ideal for office furniture, seasonal stock, files and marketing materials. We can collect outside working hours, label archive boxes clearly, and deliver back to your chosen floor or department. Many clients combine office removals with temporary storage when downsizing or refitting.

Students

Students at City, UCL, London Met and other universities in and around Islington use us for term-time, summer and year-out storage. We collect from halls or house shares, store everything safely and deliver back when you return – saving you the hassle of dragging belongings home and back again.

What We Can Store

We handle most typical household and office items, including:

• Sofas, beds, wardrobes and other furniture
• Boxes of personal belongings, books and clothing
• Appliances such as washing machines and fridges (drained and cleaned)
• Office desks, chairs, filing cabinets and IT equipment
• Bikes, sports equipment and hobby items
• Student belongings from a single room or flat

Items We Cannot Store

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, we cannot store:

• Perishable or food items
• Flammable, explosive or hazardous materials (e.g. gas bottles, paints, solvents)
• Illegal goods or substances
• Live plants or animals
• Cash, high-value jewellery or irreplaceable documents

If you’re unsure whether something is suitable, we’ll advise you before collection so everything runs smoothly on the day.

How Our Storage Process Works

1. Enquiry & Quote

You contact us with a rough list of items and your dates. We ask a few questions to understand access, volume and timing, then provide a clear, no-obligation quote outlining collection, storage rate, and re-delivery costs.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

For larger jobs, we arrange a virtual or onsite survey. This lets us assess parking, stairs, lift access and the volume of goods accurately. It means we send the right size vehicle and team, and you get a realistic price with no surprises.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack your own boxes or use our professional packing service. On collection day we wrap furniture in padded blankets, protect mattresses, and can supply sturdy boxes and materials. Fragile items are given extra care, labelled and listed on an inventory for easy tracking.

4. Loading & Transport

Our trained, professional team loads everything carefully, using trolleys and lifting equipment where needed. Items are securely tied in our vehicles to prevent movement in transit. We then transport your belongings directly to our storage facility.

5. Storage, Unloading & Placement

At the facility, we unload and place your items into your allocated unit or container, stacking safely and efficiently. Your goods are then stored in a secure, monitored environment. When you’re ready for them back, we schedule delivery and place items in the correct rooms at your new address.

Transparent Storage Pricing

Our pricing is based on three main elements:

• Collection and delivery – distance, access and team size
• Volume of goods – how much space you need
• Length of stay – weekly or monthly storage duration

We explain all costs clearly upfront, with no hidden extras. If your requirements change – for example, you need more space or a longer stay – we adjust your plan and discuss any cost difference before proceeding.

Why Choose Professional Storage Over DIY

Hiring a professional removals and storage company removes the physical strain, time pressure and risk that come with doing it yourself. We provide vehicles, protective materials and trained moving teams who handle heavy and delicate items safely. Unlike casual man-and-van options, we offer structured inventories, goods in transit insurance and secure, purpose-designed storage, not improvised garages or sheds.

This means fewer breakages, less stress, and the reassurance that your belongings are properly protected from collection to re-delivery.

Insurance & Professional Standards

As a responsible operator, we back our service with robust cover and high standards:

• Goods in transit insurance while we are transporting your items
• Public liability cover for work in and around your property
• Fully insured storage facilities with monitored security
• Trained, professional staff experienced in safe lifting and packing

We follow industry best practice on wrapping, stacking and handling, and we treat every item as if it were our own.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We place a strong emphasis on care and sustainability. Furniture is covered with reusable padded blankets, and we use durable crates and cartons where possible to cut down on waste. When we do use cardboard, we source it responsibly and encourage reuse or recycling.

We also plan routes carefully to reduce unnecessary mileage, helping to lower emissions while still maintaining a reliable, punctual service. Our aim is to protect both your belongings and the environment.

Real-World Storage Use Cases

Moving House with a Gap Between Dates

If your sale completes before your purchase, we can move you out, store your contents securely, and deliver everything once you get the keys to your new home. You avoid double-handling belongings or living among boxes.

Office Relocation or Refurbishment

Businesses often use our storage when downsizing or refitting offices. We can clear the office, store surplus furniture, and return only what you need, when you need it, keeping disruption to staff to a minimum.

Urgent or Short-Notice Storage

Sometimes things change quickly: a tenancy ends, builders need to start early, or a buyer pushes for a faster completion. We regularly arrange short-notice collection and storage, finding a practical, calm solution when plans shift unexpectedly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage in Islington cost?

Storage costs depend on three factors: how much space you need, how long you need it for, and the collection/re-delivery requirements. Smaller loads stored for a short period naturally cost less than whole-house contents stored for several months. We’ll ask a few questions or carry out a quick survey, then give you a clear, itemised quote showing collection, weekly or monthly storage, and delivery back. There are no hidden charges, and we’ll always explain any optional extras, such as packing or specialist item handling.

Do you offer same-day or urgent storage?

We can often arrange same-day or next-day storage, especially for smaller loads, depending on availability. If you need urgent help, call us as early as possible with details of your property, approximate volume, and any access restrictions. We’ll check our schedule, vehicles and storage space, then confirm what we can offer. Even at short notice, we still work methodically: protecting furniture, listing items, and ensuring everything is stored securely until you’re ready for delivery.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Yes. Your items are protected by our goods in transit insurance while we are moving them and by our facility insurance while they are stored. This is in addition to our public liability cover. We’ll explain the standard cover levels and, if you have particularly high-value items, we can discuss whether you need additional cover or your own policy. Our main aim is to prevent damage in the first place through careful packing, wrapping and handling.

What’s included in your storage service?

Our standard storage service includes collection from your property, protective blankets for furniture, secure transport, placement into a monitored storage unit or container, and basic inventory labelling. When you’re ready, we also provide re-delivery to your new address and unloading into the rooms you choose. Optional extras include full or partial packing, furniture dismantling and reassembly, and specialist protection for delicate or high-value items. We’ll tailor the service to your situation so you only pay for what you actually need.

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

A casual man-and-van typically offers transport only, often without formal insurance, inventories or secure storage. As a professional removals and storage company, we provide trained, professional teams, proper protective materials, structured processes and fully insured facilities. Your belongings are stored in purpose-built units, not improvised spaces, and we maintain clear records of what we hold for you. This leads to fewer problems, better protection, and a much smoother experience from start to finish.

How far in advance should I book storage?

Where possible, we recommend booking one to two weeks in advance, especially during busy periods such as the end of the month or summer. This gives us time to carry out a survey if needed, reserve the right amount of storage space, and schedule a team for your preferred date. However, we know things don’t always go to plan, so we do our best to accommodate last-minute requests. The sooner you contact us, the more options we can offer.