Secure Storage in Greenwich with Greenwich Man and Van

At Greenwich Man and Van, we provide secure, flexible storage solutions in Greenwich for households, landlords, students and businesses who need safe extra space. Whether you’re between moves, renovating, or simply decluttering, our professional team will collect, store and return your belongings with care.

Professional Storage Services in Greenwich

Our storage service is designed to be simple and stress-free. We collect your items from anywhere in Greenwich or the surrounding areas, wrap and protect them, transport them to our secure facility, and then deliver them back when you’re ready.

You don’t need to hire a van, lift heavy furniture, or worry about access hours. We handle the logistics while you stay in control of what’s stored and for how long.

Who Our Greenwich Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

If you’re moving house, redecorating or waiting for a chain to complete, storage can bridge the gap. We regularly help homeowners store furniture, appliances and personal belongings safely between properties or during home improvements.

Renters

Tenancy ending before your new place is ready? Our short-term storage is ideal if you need a few weeks’ breathing space. We collect from flats with lifts, stair-only access and restricted parking, planning ahead to minimise disruption to you and your neighbours.

Landlords

Landlords often use our storage when changing from furnished to unfurnished lets, during refurbishments, or when storing quality furniture between tenancies. We can label and inventory items so you know exactly what’s in storage and can retrieve specific pieces as needed.

Businesses

From excess office furniture to archived files and seasonal stock, our business storage offers a cost-effective alternative to committing to more office or warehouse space. We can handle regular collections and returns to keep your workplace clutter-free and efficient.

Students

Students in Greenwich, especially those at local universities and colleges, use our storage over holiday periods when moving out of halls or shared houses. Store boxes, bikes, small furniture and personal items without hauling everything back home between terms.

What We Can Store

We can safely handle most household and business items, including:

• Furniture – sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables, desks
• White goods – fridges, freezers, washing machines (drained and clean)
• Electronics – TVs, computers, audio equipment, printers
• Personal belongings – clothes, books, toys, hobby equipment
• Office contents – filing cabinets, chairs, shelving, paperwork (boxed)
• Tools and non-hazardous equipment
• Boxed stock and marketing materials

What We Cannot Store

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, some items are excluded:

• Perishable goods or anything that may rot or attract pests
• Hazardous materials – fuel, gas canisters, paint thinners, chemicals
• Illegal items or anything of dubious origin
• Explosives, fireworks or weapons
• Live plants or animals
• Cash, jewellery and high-value collectibles that are better held in a safe or specialist facility

If you’re unsure about a particular item, we’ll advise you clearly before collection.

How Our Greenwich Storage Process Works

1. Enquiry & Quote

Contact us by phone or online with a rough list of what you need to store and your preferred dates. We’ll ask a few practical questions about access, floors, parking and any fragile or bulky items. Based on this, we’ll provide a clear, no-obligation quote covering collection, storage and redelivery.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For larger loads or full households, we may recommend a virtual or onsite survey. This helps us assess volume accurately, plan the right sized vehicle and number of movers, and identify any challenges such as narrow staircases or restricted loading. A proper survey avoids surprises on the day and keeps costs transparent.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can choose to pack yourself, or we can provide a professional packing service. Our trained team uses quality materials including double-walled cartons, bubble wrap and furniture covers. Fragile items are wrapped individually, and furniture is disassembled where appropriate. Everything is labelled so it’s easy to find when you need it back.

4. Loading & Transport to Storage

On collection day, our trained movers arrive on time with all necessary equipment – trolleys, straps, blankets and protective covers. We load methodically, securing items in the vehicle to prevent movement in transit. Once loaded, we transport your belongings directly to our secure storage facility.

5. Secure Storage, Unloading & Placement

At the facility, your items are unloaded into a designated storage area or container. We stack and position goods to maximise safety and stability, with heavier items at the bottom and fragile items carefully placed. When you’re ready, we schedule redelivery and place items back into your home or office exactly where you need them.

Transparent Storage Pricing

We believe in clear, straightforward pricing. Your total storage cost is made up of:

• Collection and return – based on time, distance and number of movers required
• Storage – a weekly or monthly rate depending on the volume of goods
• Optional services – such as packing, materials and furniture dismantling/reassembly

There are no hidden fees for standard access or routine redelivery. We’ll explain all charges in writing before you book so you can budget with confidence and compare options fairly.

Why Use Professional Storage Instead of Doing It Yourself?

Hiring a casual van and renting a self-storage unit might appear cheaper, but it often leads to hidden costs and risks. With a professional storage service, you benefit from:

• Trained movers who know how to lift, carry and load safely
• Proper protective materials and techniques to minimise damage
• Planned logistics, including parking and access management
• Goods in transit insurance and facility cover, subject to terms
• Time saved, fewer journeys, and reduced risk of personal injury

For many customers, the peace of mind and protection offered by a professional set-up outweighs any perceived saving from a DIY approach.

Insurance and Professional Standards

Your belongings are important, so we treat them that way. Greenwich Man and Van operates with:

• Goods in transit insurance to cover your items while being moved
• Public liability cover for incidents affecting property or third parties
• Trained, uniformed movers who handle items correctly and respectfully

We follow industry best practice for wrapping, loading and stacking, and we’ll talk you through our cover levels so you understand exactly how your items are protected.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We focus on careful handling at every stage. Furniture is wrapped, mattresses are bagged, and delicate surfaces are protected. Our vehicles are equipped with clean blankets and straps to prevent scuffs and movement.

Where possible, we use reusable crates and durable, recyclable packing materials. We minimise unnecessary journeys through sensible route planning, helping to reduce our environmental impact while still delivering a reliable local service.

Real-World Storage Use Cases in Greenwich

Moving House with a Gap Between Dates

Many Greenwich clients rely on us when completion dates don’t align. We collect the full contents of a property, store them securely for a few days or weeks, and then deliver everything to the new home once keys are ready.

Office Refits and Relocations

Businesses use our storage to hold desks, chairs and equipment during refurbishments or while waiting for a new office fit-out. We can coordinate with your contractors so items arrive on site at the right time, ready to position.

Renovations and Decluttering

For homeowners renovating kitchens, bathrooms or living areas, we remove and store furniture and appliances to keep them safe from dust and damage. Some customers also use storage while sorting belongings for sale, donation or recycling, giving them more space and time to decide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage in Greenwich cost?

Storage costs depend on three main factors: how much you’re storing, how long for, and the collection/return requirements. We charge a clear weekly or monthly rate per unit of space, plus a one-off fee for collection and redelivery based on time, distance and crew size. Optional services such as packing or dismantling are priced separately. Once we understand what you need, we’ll give you a written quote with all charges broken down so you can see exactly what you’re paying for.

Can you offer same-day or urgent storage?

Subject to availability, we can often arrange same-day or next-day storage in Greenwich, especially for smaller loads or single rooms. If your move has fallen through, a tenancy has changed suddenly, or you need rapid clearance for works, call us as soon as possible. We’ll check our schedule and storage capacity, then advise on what we can do. Even when we’re busy, we’ll do our best to find a practical solution and may suggest partial or phased collections.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Your items are protected by our goods in transit insurance while being moved, and by our storage cover when held at the facility, subject to policy terms and value limits. We’ll explain the standard cover level included and, if necessary, discuss additional cover for particularly valuable items. It’s important that you provide an honest estimate of the total value of your goods. We also recommend keeping your own home or business insurance in place where appropriate, as policies can sometimes offer complementary protection.

What’s included in your storage service?

Our standard storage service includes collection from your home or business, careful loading, transport to our secure facility, and safe storage for as long as you need. When you’re ready, we arrange redelivery and place items back into the rooms you specify. You can add extras such as professional packing, supply of packing materials, and dismantling/reassembly of furniture. We’ll confirm exactly what’s included in your quote so there’s no confusion about what we’re responsible for and what you’re handling yourself.

How is this different from a basic man-and-van service?

A basic man-and-van often focuses purely on transport, with limited protection, no formal inventory and variable insurance. Our service is run as a professional removals and storage operation. That means trained staff, suitable equipment, structured processes and clearly defined insurance cover. We’re not just dropping items at a lock-up; we’re managing the full chain from packing and collection through to secure storage and redelivery. For valuable household contents or business assets, this higher level of care and accountability makes a significant difference.

How far in advance should I book storage?

For the best choice of dates and to keep costs predictable, we recommend booking storage at least one to two weeks in advance, especially during busy moving months. However, we understand that chains collapse, tenancies change and building works overrun, so we keep some flexibility where we can. Even if your timings are uncertain, it’s wise to speak to us early so we can pencil in provisional dates and advise on options if circumstances change.