How self-storage works

Self-storage with Shurgard is easy and convenient. Here’s how to organise it in 3 easy steps.

Step 1 Find your perfect storage unit

We have a number of tools to help you find the perfect storage space:

Already know what unit size you need? Head straight to our store locator
Not sure which storage size to take? Use our size calculator
Storage newbie? Try our storage finder

Step 2 Rent your storage unit

Once you have found your storage unit, you can rent it straight away, online! It’s fast, secure and convenient. All we need is your contact and payment details.

Not 100% sure? No problem, you can reserve your storage unit online for now. We’ll hold its price and special offers for you for 30 days.

Step 3 Move into your storage unit

If you have completed your rental online, we will send you your personal access code to our premises. On move-in day you can head straight to your storage unit.

Else, pop over to our reception office during office hours and our store manager will help you complete your rental contract. After that you can start using your storage unit.

Why store your belongings at Shurgard?

Here are some reasons why Shurgard is great when it comes to storing your belongings.

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Variety of unit sizes

We have a range of storage sizes – so if you don’t have many things, you won’t end up paying for space you’re not using.

Convenient access

Only you can access your storage unit. We offer free and extended access hours, 7 days a week, so you’re free to store or pick up things whenever you need to.

Safe and secure

Our premises are secured with surveillance cameras, perimeter fencing, alarms, individual access codes. You can access your unit with your own lock and key.

No long-term commitment

Our self storage contracts are completely flexible. You just have to inform us 15 days before moving out.

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New to self storage?

How self storage works

Self storage with Shurgard is easy. You can rent a storage unit in just 3 steps.

Get started with self storage

Our self storage prices

Here's how we quote the price of a self storage unit at Shurgard.

About storage unit prices

Our storage unit sizes

Examples of our different storage unit sizes and how to choose the right one.

See unit size examples

Temporary storage

What temporary storage at Shurgard means and how we can help you.

About temporary storage

Community storage vs self storage

The main differences between peer-to-peer storage and self storage.

See comparison

Pick up & delivery vs. self storage

The main differences between pick up & delivery and self storage.

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Self storage FAQs

Do you have questions about self storage at Shurgard?

Check out our FAQs

Housekeeping tips

Get the most out of your storage experience with our housekeeping tips.

Read our housekeeping tips

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Lovely service from Chris is Surbiton! So helpful, knowledgable and polite. Couldn’t recommend him enough!

Epic Mix

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Thank you for recommending MOVEROO! Movers. We had a great moving experience! The team was professional, efficient, and handled everything with care. We couldn't have asked for a better service!

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Zahran the asm here was really really helpful he was very friendly, very informative and gave us a wonderful service.

Aka The Dr

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I was having difficulty getting access to my unit when I was using the app. I went into the office and a member of staff, I believe her name was Michelle helped me to reset my account and double checked to make sure it was working properly before i left. Excellent customer service.

Vincenzo Mobile