Community storage vs self storage
The main differences between peer-to-peer storage and self storage.
See comparisonAlthough we make sure all our stores are fully insured for such things as natural disasters, youâll need to get an insurance for your stored items against loss or damage.
Our rental prices canât include insuring your things because the amount youâll need to pay to insure them depends on how much theyâre worth.
Every tenant stores items of different value and so will need different levels of insurance.
We can provide you with insurance created especially for Shurgard customers by Marsh.
Alternatively, you can contact your insurer and ask for a quote. Conditions vary per insurance company, so make sure you ask your insurer for more details.
The insurance policy we offer covers direct damage to or direct loss of your goods during storage caused by:
In the unlikely event your storage unit is affected by one of these risks, you can claim the insured amount of your stored belongings (as mentioned on your insurance certificate) provided that you were allowed to store these goods at Shurgard and taking into account that the maximum amount that can be received is the insured amount as mentioned on your insurance certificate upon the condition all policy conditions are met.
More information in our Insurance Terms & Conditions.
The actual cost of your premium will depend on the insured value of the belongings stored in your unit.
Bespoke insurance can be arranged for you via our broker in case you are storing items of higher value than mentioned above.
Variety of unit sizes
We have a range of storage sizes â so if you donât have many things, you wonât end up paying for space youâre not using.
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.
Convenient access
Only you can access your storage unit. We offer free and extended access hours, 7 days a week, so youâre free to store or pick up things whenever you need to.
No long-term commitment
Our storage units are rented month-to-month, so there's no long-term commitment.