10 Ways Self Storage Can Help Make Moving House Easier

Moving house? Discover 10 reasons to use self storage with the fantastic Anna Roberts. Expert advice simplifies your moving process. From selling your house quicker to moving home more easily, discover the benefits of self-storage.

By Anna Roberts MRICS, Chartered Surveyor, Author of Home Buyer’s Essentials, and CEO of SelfStorageBooker.com

At OpenMoove, we know moving house doesn’t always go according to plan. That’s why we love sharing practical tips to help ease the process. In this guest blog, Chartered Surveyor and founder of SelfStorageBooker.com Anna Roberts shares her top reasons why using self storage can be a game-changer when you're on the move.

Moving House? Why Self Storage Offers More Than Just Extra Space

Anyone who’s moved before knows it rarely unfolds as neatly as you'd hope. Boxes pile up, timelines shift, and finding a safe place to store belongings becomes more than a passing thought.

As a Chartered Surveyor and someone who’s helped countless people through the moving process, I’ve learned just how valuable having a bit of storage space on standby can be. That’s why I created SelfStorageBooker.com - to make it easy for people to find secure self-storage units when they need them most.

Below are ten common reasons home movers benefit from self storage - drawn from our experience and featured in my book Home Buyer’s Essentials.

1. Declutter Your Home to Attract Buyers

First impressions count. A well-presented, tidy home is more appealing to prospective buyers. Using self storage allows you to declutter without having to get rid of items you still want to keep. Store furniture, personal items or kids’ toys to help potential buyers see the space clearly. Decluttering could make all the difference to moving home swiftly and helping you achieve the value you want from your property.

2. Carry Out Renovations Without the Mess

Need to freshen up paintwork or fix things before selling? A storage unit gives you room to work and keeps furniture and household items safe from dust, damage or paint spills.

3. Break the Chain and Move on Your Terms

If your buyer is ready but your next property isn’t, don’t let it hold up the chain. Temporary storage provides the flexibility to sell your home and move out before your new house is ready.

4. Use Storage While in Temporary Accommodation

Whether you're renting short-term or staying with family, self-storage units let you keep your furniture and personal belongings safe and sound - without needing to squeeze everything into a smaller space.

5. Simplify Moving Day

By packing and storing non-essential items in advance, you can reduce removal costs and make the actual moving day far more manageable. It’s also a useful buffer if there’s a delay between key handover and move-in.

6. Unpack in Stages

When you finally move into your new home, there’s no need to unload everything at once. Keep boxes in self storage and bring them in as you go. It gives you time to settle, decorate, and decide where things belong.

7. Collect Furniture Ahead of Time

First-time buyers often start buying and collecting big-ticket items before they get the keys. A self-storage unit provides a secure place to keep everything until moving day.

8. Sell Furniture Safely from Storage

If you’re selling items, you may not want strangers in your home. Depending on the storage facilities access rules, you can meet buyers at the unit instead - especially helpful if you’ve already moved out.

9. Store Belongings While Downsizing

When downsizing, you may not yet be ready to part with everything. Self storage offers breathing room while you decide what to keep, donate or sell.

10. Maximise Space for Redecoration

Whether you're prepping your old house for sale or your new one for living, when you utilise a self storage unit it gives you the freedom to get jobs done without tripping over furniture or rushing decisions.

Choosing the Right Self Storage Facility

Every home move is different, which is why choosing the right storage solution matters. Look for flexible terms, good security, and accessible locations. At SelfStorageBooker.com, we’ve made it easy to search, compare, and book storage units across the UK in minutes - whether you’re looking for container storage, indoor units, or just a safe place to store your belongings between moves.

Support Through the Moving Process

If you're currently navigating the moving process, or even just starting to plan, I’d really encourage you to consider self-storage as part of your toolkit. It’s a small step that can make a big difference to how in control you feel. And if you're looking for more down-to-earth guidance on buying your next home, you can

find a whole section on preparing to move in my book Home Buyer’s Essentials - it’s packed with honest, practical advice from someone who’s been there!

Thanks again to OpenMoove for having me.

About the Author

Anna Roberts MRICS is a Chartered Surveyor and the founder of SelfStorageBooker.com, the UK’s online self storage booking platform. She is also the author of Home Buyer’s Essentials, a practical guide for anyone looking to buy with more confidence and less confusion.