Store a wide variety of items and belongings
with our company
As such, most people use our mobile self storage pods for various family belongings. These secure storage pods are ideal for people who are downsizing and looking for somewhere to store things which would clutter their new smaller home, or even for those of you looking to move overseas.
That said, people have been very creative with their self storage, both for home and business.
Frequently Asked Questions
A storage module is ideal for keeping items safe during house removals, renovations, or short gaps between contracts. You can typically store furniture, bulky household goods, boxes, seasonal items, and business stock when moving locally in London or into nearby boroughs.
We'll advise what's suitable based on size, access, and how long you need storage for, and we use protective blankets and straps to reduce the risk of damage during loading. With a DBS-checked removals team and fully insured handling, your belongings are looked after from the first collection to the final placement in the module.
Yes - storage modules can be a practical solution for office removals when you need a secure place for furniture, equipment, and files between premises. Many businesses use a moving company approach: we collect, pack where needed, store temporarily, and then transport again when the new office is ready.
In London, it's common for teams to need staged moves around fit-outs, re-wiring, or permit timings. That's where a module helps: you don't have to rush everything into the new space straight away. Our team is trained for safe handling, and we can help you plan a turnaround that suits your diary.
We also focus on responsible packing - over 88% of packing materials and transport methods are eco-friendly and low-emission - so your move stays efficient without being wasteful.
For safety and compliance, there are items that aren't suitable for storage in a module. As a rule of thumb, avoid perishable goods, flammables (like petrol or aerosols), and anything that could leak or create strong odours.
We'll also advise against storing items that require specialist environmental control, such as certain chemicals or moisture-sensitive materials, unless you have specific preparation. If you're unsure, tell us what you're storing - your removals quote can be shaped around the risks.
We follow UK transport, safety, and handling regulations, and our insured, trained movers use proper securing methods. If access routes are tight in a London street, we'll factor that into how we load and unload so nothing gets damaged in transit.
We protect your belongings before they ever enter the module. During house removals or furniture transport, our movers use protective blankets, corner protection where needed, and securing straps to reduce movement while the load is being handled.
You'll also see careful placement - heavy items are positioned sensibly, and boxes are stacked to prevent crushing. If you're moving through areas like near Hyde Park or around Kensington High Street, we'll plan the route and loading time to reduce the time items are exposed to the elements.
Handymobile Storage also keeps a focus on quality: our experienced team has helped with 6100+ successful moves locally and works to a professional standard, so your storage phase doesn't become a risk.
You should feel confident about who's handling your stuff. Our service combines skilled movers with the right safeguards: fully insured coverage, background-checked staff, and DBS checks as standard. That means your belongings are in the hands of people we trust to work safely and professionally.
We also train our team for safe lifting, secure loading, and careful handling of common items - so even tricky deliveries through narrow borough streets are managed properly. The goal is to prevent damage during house removals, storage collection, and final relocation.
If you're planning a multi-stage move across London, boroughs like Westminster and Camden often need precise timing - our trained movers help keep the process controlled from start to finish.
Turnaround depends on access, distance, and how much you need moved, but we'll always be transparent from the start. After you book your removals quote, we schedule collection for your chosen date and confirm loading access - especially if you're dealing with parking limits, permits, or communal entrances.
Once collected, your belongings are stored in the module ready for the next phase of your move. Many customers choose this when they need a short gap between selling and buying, or when an office fit-out schedule means a staged relocation.
In London, we often coordinate pickups around local traffic patterns and loading windows, which can be crucial near busy hubs like King's Cross or along major roads. If you tell us your target move dates, we'll help you plan a sequence that's realistic and safe.
Yes - access and handling complexity can affect the time and labour required, which is why we ask a few practical questions before confirming your storage quote. Stairs, lifts, parking restrictions, long carries from your front door, and uneven floor surfaces can all change the plan.
We'll also consider whether your items are easy to load directly or if we need careful manoeuvring with ramps and protective equipment. This matters in London where many streets are tighter, and communal blocks often have specific rules.
If you're in areas like Islington or Lambeth, it helps to tell us about entry points, whether there's a lift, and how far the route is from the property to the loading area. That way, you get pricing that reflects reality - no surprises on the day.
We provide professional removals and module storage across London and nearby boroughs, supporting customers during house removals, office moves, and furniture transport. Here are some common areas we cover:
Brent (London Borough of Brent), Camden, Ealing, Greenwich, Hackney, Hammersmith and Fulham, Haringey, Islington, Kensington and Chelsea, Lambeth, Lewisham, Newham, Richmond upon Thames, Southwark, Sutton, Tower Hamlets.
If you're not sure whether we cover your specific neighbourhood, contact our London team with your postcode and we'll confirm availability. We often arrange staged moves around major travel links and busy local roads, so it's helpful to share your ideal dates early.
Because we move and store in real-world locations, we plan around busy roads, loading bays, and landmarks. In London, we've coordinated collections and deliveries in areas near:
Regent's Park, Hyde Park, King's Cross, London Bridge, Victoria Station, Paddington, Kensington High Street, Oxford Street, Waterloo, Camden Market, Greenwich Park, Shoreditch High Street, Soho, Covent Garden, Baker Street, Canary Wharf.
If you're near one of these landmarks, you'll likely have access considerations - like waiting restrictions or building rules. Tell us what the loading setup is like (lift access, curb distance, and timing), and we'll schedule a safe, efficient collection.
Our trained, insured movers use protective blankets and straps, which helps maintain furniture safety even when timing needs to be tight in central London.
Absolutely - eco-conscious packing is part of how we operate. Over 88% of packing materials and transport methods are eco-friendly and low-emission, so your storage module journey can be both practical and responsible.
Depending on your items, we may use re-usable or recyclable materials and eco packing boxes to reduce waste. We'll also plan the load efficiently so we don't make unnecessary trips, which helps minimise environmental impact while keeping your move cost-effective.
If you're storing household goods between contracts, this approach helps you keep control of clutter without creating extra landfill. It's also a nice option for office moves where you want to reduce waste during furniture transport.
If you'd like, tell us what you're storing and your preferred level of eco packing - we'll tailor the plan to match your priorities.
With fully insured removals and storage handling, you have reassurance that any issues are managed properly. While we take every care - using protective blankets, secure strapping, and careful stacking - damage can rarely happen in transit or handling, so it's important to know the coverage.
We can explain what's included and what the next steps are if you ever need to raise a claim. Our approach is straightforward: get in touch, provide details and evidence where possible, and we'll guide you through resolution.
We're also transparent about safety standards. Our DBS-checked, trained movers follow Compliance: following all UK transport, safety, and handling regulations, and we treat every job like it matters. That's part of why customers rate us 4.9 stars from 145+ verified reviews.
Yes, many customers choose module storage for longer periods - especially when they're between homes, waiting for renovations, or holding business stock during a transition. We'll confirm suitable storage duration when you book, and we'll plan the load so the module remains organised and easy to access when needed.
Security and safe handling are built into our process. Our team is fully insured, background-checked, and trained for safe loading and unloading, which reduces handling time and limits unnecessary movement. You'll also get careful placement of heavier items and protective wrapping for furniture and delicate goods.
For peace of mind, our customers often compare our approach through reviews on Google Business Profile, Trustpilot, and Yell, plus platforms like Yell and service directories. We're proud of our track record: 6100+ successful moves completed locally, and that experience shows in how we plan long-term storage.
Fragile items need the right method, not guesswork. We typically protect glassware, TVs, and framed pictures with proper wrapping, cushioning, and careful handling - so the item is supported at every stage from collection to storage. If you have artwork, we'll discuss packing requirements before loading so you're not left to improvise.
We also secure loose items inside boxes and prevent shifting during furniture transport. This matters when moving through London buildings where lift sizes or corridor turns can change how we manoeuvre.
If you're preparing a staged move - say, moving into a temporary London base before final placement - we'll help you create a sensible packing plan so fragile goods are grouped and prioritised. That way, when the time comes to retrieve them, the process stays smooth and controlled.
For added reassurance, our movers follow professional handling practices as part of a consistent, safety-first workflow.
Start with the items you won't need day-to-day between moving dates - like seasonal clothing, extra bedding, and rarely-used kitchen equipment. For Chelsea SW3, it's also helpful to prioritise bulky furniture that's awkward to manoeuvre inside tight halls or busy loading areas. That way, the module reduces pressure on moving day while keeping essentials accessible.
We can help you decide what's best by reviewing your inventory and explaining suitable storage methods. Because we're trusted for over 25 years of professional removals and relocation services, we've seen many typical scenarios - like storing dining sets while renovations are finished, or keeping office furniture safe during a phased relocation.
If you want a quick recommendation, list what you'd like to store (approximate quantities are fine). Rated 4.9 stars from 145+ verified reviews, our goal is to make storage feel straightforward and safe - so you can focus on your move, not the logistics.
