If you are looking for self storage Nottingham provides an
excellent range of facilities. The
second biggest of the top UK self storage companies,
Big Yellow Self Storage, has recently opened a large storage
facility at 20 Lenton Lane, Nottingham. Other big companies in
the self storage business with storage space in
Nottingham are Storage King and Access Self Storage.
What is self storage?
According to the Self Storage Association: ‘Self Storage is
defined as the direct storage by individuals and companies of
goods in their own exclusively occupied, self-contained,
secured rooms/spaces, which form the major or primary use
within a larger building or complex.’ Self storage centres are
designed to be user-friendly. They are often sited along major
roads in Nottingham, or they can be in retail parks or light
industrial estates.
They cater for two sorts of customer. Firstly, businesses
that use self storage for things like document storage or the
storage of goods. Secondly, there is the individual householder
who uses self storage because of lack of space at home or who
needs storage space due to moving home. Students are a
particular group who can benefit from self-storage especially
overseas students.
The essential point of self storage is that the customer rents
their own lockable secure room for any length of time they
require. The customer holds the key and can come and go as
often as required during normal working hours. Security is a
vital feature of any self storage centre.
How to find self storage in the Nottingham
area?
Whether you need storage for just a couple of weeks before you
can move into your new home, or you want to put your furniture
and possessions into storage for some months, you need to find
somewhere safe and secure, in a convenient location, and for
the best price you can get. A first step should be to check out
the big brand names and get quotes online. A second step should
be to get quotes directly and also contact some of the smaller
providers to see if they will provide cheaper quotes.
How much space do I need?
An important task is estimating how much storage space you will
need and storage companies help you to do this. This is
critical because more space means more cost. Most have “space
calculators” or quick guides online that use various methods to
help you estimate the space you will need. In addition, all
storage companies can discuss your needs over the phone or face
to face.
How much does it cost?
Storage space is not cheap. Larger spaces cost more but should
be better value per square foot. Location is an important
factor and you will pay a premium for new purpose-built
premises.
You will also need to budget for other costs. Unless it is
included, as part of a deal, you will need to pay for van hire
- from about £30 a day self-drive - plus boxes, bubble-wrap and
tape for packing. These can be supplied by the storage
companies and cost between £50 and £100 for the contents of a
home.
Watch out for any hidden extra costs e.g. a registration fee of
£10 or the requirement to buy a special lock from the storage
company. A refundable deposit may be payable in advance. Also
check whether prices include VAT. Insurance will be required at
a rate of about £5 a month per £1,000 of goods, sometimes with
a minimum level of cover.
How can I compare self storage deals?
It takes time to compare prices because potential customers
have to telephone the centre manager or complete an online form
to obtain a quote. Remember to get a quote that factors in all
extras and special offers. It is also a good idea to visit
storage centres to get a feel for the facilities and service.
Many companies, especially the smaller ones, are open to
negotiation.
What are the alternatives to self storage?
Firstly, do you really need to keep the stuff you intend to
store? Dispose of those things you realistically will not ever
use again.
Secondly, rather than put goods in self-storage, you may be
able to use space in a friend’s home or garage. Alternatively,
if your goods are of low value, rent a lock-up garage that will
provide plenty of storage space for a modest cost.
In terms of self storage Nottingham is well provided for. There
are the big brand names and a host of smaller self storage
companies often using converted warehouses or industrial
buildings. If you are looking for cheap self storage in
Nottingham it is worth checking these out as well as the big
names.
