What are the main differences?

  Community storage Self-storage at Shurgard
Individual storage units
Wide variety of unit sizes & types
Professional grade security features, such as electrical fencing, CCTV camera, personal PIN code
A unique lock & key to each storage unit
Total privacy as to what you store
Direct access units for easy loading & unloading
Free use of trolleys
Ventilated storage
Flexible rental period without minimum stay
Flexibility to move in any time you want
Free change of unit size
Secure & convenient online payment system
Experienced staff on site
Professional advice & tips
Free private parking
High-quality packing material available

Conclusion

If you’re on very tight budget and don’t need regular access to your items, community storage can be an option.

Self-storage however will offer you more privacy, flexibility, security and convenience.

  • You can access your belongings 7 days a week, from early in the morning until late at night.
  • You are the sole key holder, only you can enter your storage unit.
  • We have a wide range of unit sizes so you never have to pay for the space you don’t need
  • We have professional grade security so you can have total peace of mind
  • Loading your belonging is easy with our lifts and trolleys

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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How self-storage works at Shurgard

Self-storage with Shurgard is easy and convenient. Here’s how to organise it in 3 easy steps.
Step 1
Find the right unit
Use our tool to find the right storage unit at the right price.
Step 2
Rent your storage unit
Complete your rental online. Not sure? Reserve your unit for free with no obligation.
Step 3
Move in
Pack your belongings and move into your storage unit.
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How self storage works

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

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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

See what customers say about Shurgard

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4.8/5 - 21135 reviews
Claire Bessa
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Kieran was really helpful and informative. We were able to walk in on a Sunday and organise storage immediately and start using it a hour later. Great customer service! Thanks Kieran!
Christiaan van Marle
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Great storage facility: clean, easy and tech enabled access, high levels of security, good parking for loading/unloading. Support staff on-site (Shams) was incredibly helpful, assertive and friendly.
Sophie Anderson
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I just set up my storage unit over the phone, super easy, very well explained and great customer service. Shakz at Shurgard was extremely helpful and it took no time at all. Highly recommend!
Marco Ferrari
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Great experience at Shurgard, the team has been really helpful in solving any issue
Saadi Awan
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Georgia from the Shurgard Norbury branch has been an absolute pleasure to work with and made our experience with Shurgard a great one. A true asset to the company. Wishing her all the best
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