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Moving house is exciting, but anyone who has done it knows that the reality can be a little more chaotic than the Pinterest version - and when your move falls in the autumn, there’s often the added challenge of dealing with wet weather, shorter days and the small matter of where to put everything while you’re waiting for the keys to your new home!

If there’s a gap between moving out and moving in, or your new home simply isn’t ready for everything yet, self-storage can make the whole process a lot easier.

At M-Store Self Storage in Cornwall, we see plenty of people using storage during a house move - and it’s not just about putting a few boxes somewhere 'safe'.

Furniture you don't have room for (yet)

A storage unit gives you somewhere to keep sofas, tables, chairs, beds and other larger items temporarily - without having to squeeze everything into your new home from day one.

It can also be particularly useful if you’re moving in stages rather than doing the whole move in one day.

Seasonal items

Moving in October or November? You probably don’t need your garden furniture, BBQ, paddling pool or summer camping equipment immediately.

Rather than filling up your garage or garden shed, you can keep seasonal belongings in storage until you actually need them again - and before you know it, you'll be swapping them for Christmas decorations and all that bulky winter gear!

Boxes you haven't unpacked yet

Not every box needs to be opened on moving day… There are always those belongings that you want to keep but don't necessarily need straight away. We’re talking books, paperwork, sentimental items, spare household items and all those mysterious boxes labelled “miscellaneous”.

Keeping some of these items in storage gives you time to properly organise your new home rather than trying to find space for everything, all at once.

Belongings between homes

Sometimes the dates simply don't line up. You might have sold your old home but not be able to move into your new one immediately. You could be staying with family for a few weeks, moving to Cornwall from afar, or waiting for a property purchase to reach completion.

Rather than relying on friends and family to find room for your belongings, self-storage can bridge that gap until you're ready to move everything into your new home.

Renovation and decorating supplies

If your new home needs a bit of work before you move in properly, storage can also give you somewhere to keep your furniture and possessions while the decorating happens. It means less risk of paint splashes, dust and general DIY chaos - and gives you a bit more room to actually get the work done.

Marking your autumn move a little easier

Moving house is stressful enough without having to work out where every single possession is going to go.

Whether you need storage for a couple of weeks, a few months or a little longer, having a secure space outside the home can give you more flexibility and peace of mind while everything else falls into place.

So, if you're moving house in Cornwall this autumn and find yourself somewhere between “we've sold the house” and “where on earth are we going to put all these boxes?”, M-Store Self Storage could be the answer.

We offer flexible storage options in Cornwall and are conveniently located just off the A30 - giving you a little extra breathing room while you make your move.

Contact us today to discuss your storage options.

Call: 01726 890880 / 0800 878 9000
Email: enquiries@m-store.biz