Storage

Secure Storage in Bow with Bow Man and Van

At Bow Man and Van, we provide flexible, secure storage solutions for customers in Bow and the surrounding East London areas. Whether you are between moves, decluttering, renovating, or need long-term business storage, we offer professionally managed space with the same care and organisation we bring to every removal job.

Professional Storage Services in Bow

Our storage service is designed around real-life moving needs in Bow. As a local removals company, we understand the challenges of limited space, permit parking, and tight timelines. We combine secure storage with our experienced removals and man and van teams, so you deal with one reliable company from door to store and back again.

We handle the full process: collection from your property, safe loading, transport to storage, and redelivery when you are ready. All your goods are covered by our goods in transit insurance, and our facilities are monitored and highly secure.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

If you are selling, downsizing, or renovating in Bow, short-term storage can keep your belongings safe and out of the way. We regularly help homeowners stage their homes for sale, store furniture during building work, or hold items between completion dates.

Renters

Many tenants in Bow move frequently or face short gaps between tenancies. Our storage is ideal if you need somewhere secure for your possessions for a few days, weeks, or months without the cost of a larger rented property just to hold your furniture.

Landlords

Landlords often need to store furniture during refurbishments or when switching between furnished and unfurnished lets. We can remove, store, and return items on flexible terms, helping you keep properties clear and ready for works or new tenants.

Businesses

Local businesses use our storage for surplus stock, seasonal items, exhibition materials, office furniture, and archives. Our professional team can dismantle and protect desks, IT equipment, and shelving, then store and redeliver them as required with minimal disruption.

Students

Students at nearby universities often need storage between terms or during placements. We offer affordable, smaller-scale storage options, including collection from halls or shared houses and delivery to your new address at the start of term.

What We Can Store – And What We Cannot

Items Commonly Stored

• Household furniture – sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables, chairs
• Appliances – washing machines, fridges, freezers (defrosted and dry)
• Boxes of clothes, books, kitchenware, and personal items
• Office furniture and equipment
• Sports equipment and bicycles
• Student belongings and small electrical items

Excluded or Restricted Items

For safety and legal reasons, we cannot store:

• Perishable or refrigerated food
• Flammable, explosive or hazardous materials (fuel, gas bottles, chemicals, paints)
• Illegal goods or stolen property
• Live plants or animals
• Cash, jewellery, or high-value documents that should be held in a safe or bank
• Unprotected items that are wet, infested, or mouldy

If you are unsure whether we can store something, ask during your quotation and we will advise.

How Our Storage Process Works

1. Enquiry & Quote

Contact us with a brief description of what you need to store, your address in Bow, and approximate dates. We will provide a clear, no-obligation quote based on volume, access, and length of storage. Where needed, we will estimate cubic footage from your item list or images.

2. Survey – Virtual or Onsite

For larger loads or full households, we recommend a survey. This can be done virtually (video call and photos) or onsite at your property in Bow. The survey allows us to confirm the storage space needed, plan parking, and identify any special handling requirements such as fragile items or dismantling.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack your own boxes, or we can provide a professional packing service. Our team uses strong cartons, wrapping materials, and protective covers for furniture. We label boxes clearly for easy retrieval and organise items logically for safe stacking in storage.

4. Loading & Transport to Storage

On collection day, our trained removals team arrives on time, protects floors and bannisters as needed, and carefully loads your belongings. Everything is wrapped, secured, and inventoried before being transported in our vehicles under goods in transit insurance to our secure storage facility.

5. Storage, Unloading & Redelivery

On arrival at the facility, items are unloaded into your allocated storage space and stacked to maximise protection and accessibility. When you are ready for your goods back, we arrange redelivery to your new or existing address, unload, and place furniture and boxes in the rooms you specify.

Transparent Storage Pricing

We believe in straightforward pricing with no hidden surprises. Our storage charges typically include:

• Collection and transport from your address in Bow
• Storage fees based on the volume of goods and duration
• Protective materials and basic wrapping
• Redelivery and unloading to your chosen address

Costs depend on how much you store, how long for, and the level of help you need with packing and dismantling. We explain every line of your quote clearly, so you understand exactly what is included. For longer-term storage, we can discuss discounted rates.

Why Choose Professional Storage Over DIY Options

Using a professional removals and storage company is very different from renting a lock-up and doing it all yourself. With Bow Man and Van, you avoid hiring vans, lifting heavy furniture, and dealing with tricky access or parking in Bow. Our trained team handles the physical work safely, reducing the risk of damage or injury.

Your belongings are packed more securely, stacked correctly, and fully covered by our goods in transit insurance, giving you peace of mind. You also have a single point of contact for collection, storage, and redelivery, which is particularly helpful during house moves or business relocations.

Insurance and Professional Standards

As an established local removals company, we operate to high professional standards:

• Goods in transit insurance to protect your items while being moved between your property and our storage facility
• Public liability cover for work carried out in your home, office, or building
• Trained moving teams experienced in handling furniture, appliances, and fragile items
• Documented inventories for larger storage consignments

While we take every care, insurance provides an additional layer of reassurance that your belongings are properly protected at each stage.

Care, Protection and Sustainability

We treat stored items as if they were our own. Furniture is wrapped in protective covers, mattresses are bagged, and delicate pieces are cushioned carefully. We use robust boxes and high-quality packing materials to prevent crushing and shifting during transit and storage.

Where possible, we reuse cartons and protective materials in good condition to reduce waste, and we plan our collection and delivery routes efficiently to limit unnecessary mileage. Our approach aims to balance strong protection for your belongings with a responsible attitude towards the environment.

Common Real-World Storage Scenarios

Moving House in Stages

Many customers in Bow move in stages – selling one property before the next is ready. We remove and store non-essential items first to declutter for viewings, then hold your full contents between exchange and completion, redelivering everything on your final move-in date.

Office Relocations and Refits

Businesses often need to clear space for refurbishments, new layouts, or downsizing. We dismantle and store desks, chairs, filing cabinets, and stock, then return them once works are finished, helping you keep the site clear for contractors without losing valuable assets.

Urgent or Short-Notice Storage

Sometimes notice periods change or plans fall through at the last minute. When you need a quick, reliable storage solution, we do our best to accommodate same-week or even same-day collections where availability allows, taking the pressure off in stressful situations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage with Bow Man and Van cost?

Storage costs depend on three main factors: how much you store, how long for, and how much help you need with packing and dismantling. We typically charge a collection and delivery fee for our removals team and vehicle, plus a weekly or monthly storage rate based on the volume of your goods. Longer-term storage can be more cost-effective than short stays. Once we understand what you are storing and for how long, we provide a clear, itemised quote with no hidden extras.

Can you offer same-day or urgent storage in Bow?

Where our schedule and storage space allow, we can often help with same-day or short-notice storage in Bow. This is particularly useful if a sale completes faster than expected, a tenancy ends suddenly, or building work needs to start earlier than planned. The sooner you contact us, the more likely we can fit you in. We will discuss your situation, confirm availability, and prioritise essential items if time is tight, aiming to remove as much stress as possible from last-minute changes.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Your belongings are covered by our goods in transit insurance while being moved between your property and our storage facility. Within storage, our security measures and professional handling significantly reduce risk. We will explain the level of cover provided as standard and, for particularly high-value items, can discuss whether additional insurance is advisable. We always recommend that you keep personal documents, jewellery, and cash with you, as these are better protected in a safe or bank than in any storage facility.

What is included in your storage and removals service?

Our standard service includes collection from your address in Bow, careful loading by our trained team, transport to our storage facility, secure storage space, and redelivery to your chosen address when you are ready. Basic protective materials and furniture covers are included, and we can also dismantle and reassemble standard items on request. Optional extras include full or partial packing, supply of packing materials, and additional handling for very fragile or bulky pieces. All details are confirmed in writing before you book.

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

A casual man-and-van often provides transport only, with limited protection, no storage, and little or no insurance. With Bow Man and Van, you get a professional removals and storage service, complete with goods in transit insurance, public liability cover, and trained moving teams. We plan access, protect your property, handle your belongings carefully, and provide secure storage space rather than leaving you to find your own unit. This reduces risk, saves time, and offers a much more reliable, accountable service.

How far in advance should I book storage?

For planned moves, we recommend booking as soon as you know your likely dates, especially during busy periods such as summer and month-ends. A week or two’s notice usually gives us enough time to survey, confirm space, and plan your collection. However, we understand that circumstances change, so we always try to accommodate later bookings where possible. If your dates are uncertain, we can pencil you in and adjust as your plans firm up, keeping communication clear throughout.