There's a surprisingly common assumption that self storage is just for people who've run out of loft space. In reality, the range of things people store, and the reasons they store them, is far broader than most realise. If you've ever wondered whether your situation fits, the answer is probably yes.
Here's a honest rundown of what you can store at SOS Storage, and the kinds of people who actually use us.
Moving House, Emigrating, or Just Caught in Between
House moves rarely go smoothly on paper, let alone in practice. Completion dates shift, chains collapse, and suddenly you're living out of bags at a relative's house with no idea where your kitchen stuff is. A storage unit bridges that gap cleanly: get your belongings out of the old place on time, without having to unpack everything immediately into your new one.
The same goes for bigger life changes. If you're heading abroad for work, travelling long-term, or emigrating entirely, a secure unit keeps your things dry and accounted for until you need them again, whether that's six months or several years away.
Caravans, Motorhomes, and Boats
South Devon is full of people with seasonal vehicles they love for about five months of the year and have absolutely nowhere to put for the other seven. Caravans, motorhomes, and boats take up a considerable amount of space, and keeping them on a drive or in a garden isn't always practical, or welcome with the neighbours.
We offer secure storage for exactly this kind of thing. Drop it off when the season ends, pick it up when the weather improves. It keeps your vehicle safe, off the road, and out of your way until you actually want it.
Student Storage Over Summer
If you're a student at one of the local colleges or universities, the end of term usually means either dragging everything home or leaving it in a friend's hallway and hoping for the best. Neither is ideal.
Storing locally over the summer is a straightforward solution. You pack up, drop it with us, head home, and collect in September. No hiring a van twice, no paying for accommodation over summer just to keep your stuff somewhere, and no living out of bin bags at your parents' house.
Tradespeople and Small Businesses
Running a trade or a small business often means your tools, equipment, and stock end up living in your van, your garage, or your spare bedroom. It works, until it doesn't. Vans get broken into; garages fill up; bedrooms were meant to be bedrooms.
A dedicated storage unit gives you a proper base for your kit. You can access it daily during our open hours, keep things organised, and stop your home and vehicle doubling as a warehouse. It's particularly useful for seasonal businesses that need to scale their storage up and down across the year, or for tradespeople who need secure overnight storage without worrying about what's in the back of the van.
If any of this sounds familiar, get in touch with us for a quote and we'll help you work out what you need.