Renting temporary storage space may seem difficult, so here is a guide to walk you through the basics.
Short-term storage offers convenience, transparency, and usually flexible contract lengths, making it ideal if you are not yet sure how long you will need storage. Both private individuals and small businesses use flexible storage, for example during a move, renovation, rental period, relationship breakup, or for seasonal storage.
What is temporary storage?
To store your belongings for a short or uncertain period, temporary storage provides a secure space where you can keep your items without them getting in the way. You can choose to transport your belongings to and from the storage location yourself, but there is also a full-service solution where your items are collected from your home and returned when you need them again.
Temporary storage is flexible in the sense that you rent space on a monthly basis, and sometimes even weekly. The rental period can be easily extended, and the storage space itself can often be scaled up or down monthly in m³. This means you are not tied to a strict, long-term contract.
What situation demands temporary storage from you?
You may wonder when temporary storage could be a good solution for you. In the following situations, it is certainly recommended to consider it:
- Moving and interim housing: to bridge the period between handover and moving day. This allows you to store your belongings safely and out of the way for a while.
- Renovation and remodeling: to protect your household goods, such as furniture, from dust and damage. If the project runs longer than expected, you can easily extend the rental period on a monthly basis.
- Changes in a relationship or household: to give yourself more time and peace of mind to sort through belongings, especially during an uncertain period.
- Seasonal and student storage: to store seasonal items such as bicycles, skis, and student belongings outside the home, while still having easy and quick access when needed.
- Business storage: so seasonal collections, inventory, and archives do not unnecessarily take up office space. Scaling up or down is also easy as demand increases or decreases during peak and off-peak seasons.
What are the benefits of temporary storage?
The advantages of temporary storage are especially noticeable during short and uncertain periods. You benefit from, among other things:
- Flexibility in term and size: you rent on a monthly basis, can easily extend, and the size (m³) adjusts to your needs.
- Time savings and convenience: if you choose full-service, you do not have to bring or collect your belongings yourself. There is no need for multiple trips back and forth.
- More space and order at home: you gain extra living and working space almost immediately during a renovation or move.
- Protection and security: in a secured storage facility, your belongings are kept in good conditions, and there is a good chance they are covered by your home contents insurance. The storage provider itself often also offers basic insurance.
- Cost control: you only pay for the space you need. Requesting a non-binding, detailed quote ensures you know exactly what is included in the service and what is not.
To create more time and peace of mind during spontaneous or major changes in your life, it is certainly worth exploring the possibilities of temporary storage for your situation.
