FOR A CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Moving house?
Give yourself breathing space.
A house move rarely happens in one perfectly timed step. You might need to leave one property before the next is ready, move in stages, or make your current home easier to view. Storage gives you somewhere to put the belongings that do not need to move with you straight away.
Start with a room-by-room list: beds, sofas, dining furniture, appliances and the number of boxes. Measure the largest pieces, especially anything that cannot be taken apart. Share your likely dates, even if they are still provisional.
Keep everyday essentials, documents and the things you will need on your first night separate. Pack the rest by room and label boxes clearly so you can find them when you settle in. Tell the team if you expect several deliveries or need to move belongings in stages.
MAKE ROOM FOR THE WORK
Storage while you renovate.
From a single-room refresh to a larger refurbishment, temporary space can help you organise the belongings that need to be kept clear of the work. Confirm that your items are suitable for container storage before booking.
Clear the working area
Moving furniture and boxes out of the way can make a decorating or renovation project easier to organise. Decide which rooms need to be cleared first and which items you will still use at home.
Plan around the project
Building schedules can change. Explain your expected timeline and ask how the rental arrangements work if the project takes longer. Check availability before committing to a move-out date.
Bring things back in stages
Return belongings when the relevant rooms are ready. A labelled inventory helps you retrieve the right furniture and boxes without unpacking everything at once.
KEEP WHAT MATTERS
A home with more space to live.
Sometimes you are not moving anywhere. You simply need the spare room back, a clearer garage or somewhere for belongings that are useful only part of the year. Storage can help you make room while you decide what should stay at home.
Separate the things you want to keep from the things you plan to sell, donate or recycle. Store with a purpose: give each group a label and write down when you are likely to need it again. That helps you choose an appropriate amount of space.
If you will collect items regularly, mention this when you enquire. It is useful to leave an accessible route through your stored belongings and place frequently used items near the front, rather than filling every gap on move-in day.
USEFUL FOR
The things you want to keep.
- Furniture you are keeping for a future home
- Seasonal belongings that take up room
- Boxes while you reorganise the house
- Items you need to sort gradually
Suitability depends on the item and storage conditions. Ask the team about anything valuable, delicate or sensitive to temperature and moisture.
A LITTLE PLANNING GOES A LONG WAY
Your household storage plan.
A useful enquiry does not need to be complicated. A few photos, a rough inventory and the dimensions of your largest items give us a better starting point than a guess at the container size.
Write an inventory
List the items you intend to bring and keep a copy of the list with you. Numbering boxes makes it easier to record what is inside without writing the full contents on every side.
Measure the awkward pieces
Large wardrobes, sofas, tables and appliances can determine how much space you need. Include anything with an unusual shape, and note which furniture can be dismantled.
Think about access
Decide whether the contents will stay untouched or whether you will visit for particular items. The second option usually calls for a more accessible layout, rather than the tightest possible packing.
ROMANWAY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE · DL14 9AW
Find us in Bishop Auckland.
You will find us at Romanway Industrial Estate, Tindale Crescent. Use the directions button below to plan your journey.
Lockdown Storage
Romanway Industrial EstateTindale Crescent
Bishop Auckland
County Durham, DL14 9AW
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Contact us before your first visit so we can explain where to arrive and arrange your storage and access fob.
- Customer access
- 24 hours, 7 days a week
- Access key fob
- £10 · refundable if handed back
- Security
- 24-hour CCTV & onsite security
Plan your visit.
Open Google Maps for directions to the site. If you are bringing a larger vehicle or moving into storage, call or message us to confirm your arrival details.
LET’S FIND YOUR SPACE
A useful quote starts
with a quick conversation.
Tell us what
A few boxes, household contents, business stock or a vehicle? Include the dimensions of anything large, and mention any special storage requirements.
Tell us when
Share your preferred start date and roughly how long you expect to need storage. It is fine if your dates are provisional; tell us what you know so far.
Tell us how
Will you need to visit regularly or move everything in at once? Let us know about access, transport and loading requirements so these can be discussed.
Ready to make more room?
We’ll discuss suitable space and confirm availability and pricing. Your enquiry does not make a booking or take a payment.