With one month free when you book three months, our long-term storage options are some of the most competitive in Southwest London. Storage is the answer for various situations and can solve numerous problems, saving you time and ensuring your peace of mind. Our streamlined services consider domestic and business requirements, all delivered with guaranteed quality assurance. While self-storage may be appealing because of accessibility, Burke and Wills can provide access on arrangement to our long-term storage containers, making it an economical and flexible option. If you are moving home or premises in Southwest London, our Battersea storage depot could be convenient and save you time and money. Let’s look at this in more detail:
Breakdown of our long-term storage services
Here is what is on offer with Burke and Wills container storage. Our current offer gives you one month free when you book for 3 months. If you book for over 6 months or a year, there can be further discounts. What is involved and included:
- Industry-standard container and storage facilities
- All items wrapped, labelled and packed at your residence
- CCTV and 24–hour security at our Battersea premises
- Crate rental and IT technicians to disconnect and reinstall IT equipment as well as top-of-the-range storage for all IT equipment
- Delivery back to your residence or place of work when required
- DViewing and access to the container are easily arranged in advance
- Full insurance cover for the contents available upon request
Self-storage versus container storage
Choosing the right storage solution depends entirely on your lifestyle and the level of care your belongings require. Generally speaking, self-storage is a viable option for those needing a short-term “overflow” solution where frequent, 24/7 access is a priority. It functions much like an external cupboard—useful for occasional visits, but it places the heavy lifting squarely on your shoulders. In a self-storage scenario, you are typically responsible for the transit, the physical loading, and the strategic “Tetris-style” packing required to make the most of the square footage you’re paying for.
However, for those who value security, efficiency, and the preservation of their items, containerised storage is the gold standard. At Burke & Wills, we’ve refined this process into a seamless professional service. Rather than you navigating corridors with a trolley, our expert packing team brings the storage unit directly to your doorstep. Every item is meticulously wrapped, labelled, and expertly loaded into the container on-site. This “one-touch” approach is crucial; by packing and sealing the container at your premises, we eliminate the risks associated with multiple handlings and transit shifts.
Our team doesn’t just “put things away”—we engineer the space. By utilising professional loading techniques, we maximise every cubic inch, often requiring less total space than a self-managed unit, which can save you money in the long run. Furthermore, every container is accompanied by a comprehensive, itemised inventory. You’ll never have to wonder which box holds the heirloom china or the winter wardrobe; you’ll have a digital or physical paper trail for total peace of mind.
While self-storage offers a room, Burke & Wills offers a managed environment. Your effects remain sealed, protected from dust, and handled only by professionals until the moment you’re ready for them to be delivered to your new front door. That is the Burke & Wills standard: precision, protection, and a complete removal of the stress typically associated with storage.
Self-storage and container storage price comparison in Southwest London
Self-storage can cost up to 50% more per month than container storage, depending on different providers. While they may offer a discounted first month, often prices double after the incentive discount, driving up the monthly expense, which adds up over time. The benefit of self-storage is that you can always access your storage at any time of day. However, Burke and Wills can arrange for you to access your storage container upon request, even if you have it on a long-term deal arrangement. Plus, our Battersea premises are convenient to reach. With our current offer, you may find it is the most economical option in Southwest London.
5 situations where container storage is the answer
We assist people every week who are in transition and require expert help. Storage makes sense when there are changes ahead and unpredictable variables involved.
Moving abroad for work
If you are moving to another country to work, study or for a long-term temporary position, then storing all your effects is an important step in packing up. The peace of mind that comes with knowing everything is stored and protected, allows you to make bold moves in new locations. Setting up again upon return is easy, as all your possessions will be untainted from their time in storage and our inventory system keeps everything accounted for. When you are back home, the contents of your container will be redelivered to you and unloaded and unpacked again.
Downsizing
When moving to a smaller home, it is one thing to get ready to move, and another to downscale all your possessions. Moving some to a storage container is a great way to separate what is necessary for the first move and buy time to decide what to do with the rest. Having an itemized inventory allows you to consider what you have in the container, without visiting it, so you can make decisions from the new home. You can access the container upon arrangement if you want to take anything out to bring home or to sell.
Renovations
Upgrading and updating your home can involve moving furniture and effects out of the house for the duration. One thing that is certain about renovations is that their timelines are uncertain. Having leeway on either side of a projected end date is helpful, so a longer-term storage option with reduced monthly costs is the answer. Burke and Wills can come and pack and load the container for storage at your property, expertly utilizing the space within the container. This way your container will remain intact until we redeliver once all the renovations are complete.
Property letting
Short-term letting platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo have put the option of temporary holiday lets on the board for many homeowners. Preparing a home for a holiday let, or even a full tenancy agreement may require storing furniture and personal possessions for the duration of the let or tenancy agreement. Our removal and storage team can be on hand to assist in the removal of personal effects from a home, and redelivery after storage at the end of the agreement. In addition, our Property Services assist landlords and property owners in preparing a house for rental and are on hand with a range of services including cleaning, handymen, plumbing and electricians.
Selling a home and moving to a new one
Sometimes you can sell your home, but your forever home remains elusive. Caught between completion dates, stress and uncertainty loom. With a reliable removal and storage team you can remain light-footed. In cases where a purchase falls through or there are delays in the process, having the bulk of your possessions in storage while you rent a stop-gap home in between makes sense. Because of the unpredictable nature of transition, knowing that you have a long-term storage solution to cover several months of instability, you can focus on finding a new home. Finally moving you in there, with all your belongings from storage will be an easy and stress-free process with Burke and Wills.
Burke and Wills- removal and storage in Southwest London
Burke and Wills are Southwest London’s family-friendly removal and storage team. While our Battersea depot gives us a central location of operation, we also cover all of London, and wherever you are moving to. Read our reviews to be convinced of our 5-star accolades and happy customers. For jobs that are too big for a car, you can use our Man and Van services. We also move businesses and artist studios, and can take you nationwide in the United Kingdom. Give our team a call to discuss storage options, or book a video survey for a move you are planning. Burke and Wills was established by word of mouth and referrals, so we have a solid foundation of satisfied customers behind us. With this, our skilled team, and the leading edge of removal vehicles and equipment, every day we explore the frontiers of moving house in Southwest London. Join us on your next moving adventure!