A step-by-step guide to preparing your pool for winter

Wondering where to put your collection of video games? We have some storage ideas for you

When you are constantly tripping over toys, battling your way through little shoes in the hallway and facing an avalanche every time you open a cupboard, it might be time to get organised. After all, a tidy house is supposedly the sign of a tidy mind.

How to pack away camping equipment until your next trip

How to keep your board games tidy

Tips for de-cluttering your film library

Top tips for when you’ve got the builders in

Is your bed a healthy place to sleep?

Tips for storing cosplay costumes and accessories

Tips for keeping your instruments and music organised

Take a realistic look at your clothes and decide what to keep and what must go

Safe storage for prints, paintings and fine art photography

Some domestic goods are just not worth keeping: get rid of these items today

Making more space for cooking and baking

Antique textiles, whether a stunning heirloom quilt, a collection of samplers or a family Christening robe, can bring a lot of pleasure but they need to be properly cared for

Is your stash of miniatures and D&D manuals outgrowing its space? We’ve got some ideas that will help

What apps do you need to run your home like a boss?

Ways to transport glasses safely

How to make working from home easy and professional

Ensuring precious memories are protected for generations to come

How to store and care for your artwork

How to prepare and put your handbags in storage

Living space is at a premium on a narrowboat or yacht so make the best of what you’ve got

If you’ve invested in your home cinema, you’ll want to store it correctly

Making the transition from hospital to home easier

Using DIY around your home to reduce waste

During this period of social distancing and isolation, you may find you have more time than ever before to make your garden beautiful.

How to find the right removal company

When reviewing your budget, remember to take a close look at your self-storage bills

The aftermath of a flood can be drawn-out and stressful

Domestic goods don’t need air con… or do they?

Storage firms can charge up to seven times as much for insurance bought through them

What is the best lifting technique to use when moving in and out of self-storage?

Reasons not to throw away those old vinyl records

Do you know the steps to take when you’re at risk from flooding?

If you have a relative with hoarding disorder, will extra storage help?

Get more out of your cleaner for less

4 tips for efficient domestic heating

Keep your family safe in the event of a housefire

Move your keyboard instruments safely

Avoid these common mistakes when storing a TV

Get ready for a clutter-free new year with effective resolutions

Simple routines for a peaceful Christmas

In Japanese folklore possessions that are not well cared for can turn nasty

Reduce your impact on the environment by tweaking your present wrapping habits

Survive a boiler crisis without melting down

Make your home unattractive to burglars and thieves

Don’t let grime, dust, smears and fingerprints ruin your screens

If your allergy symptoms worsen at home a few simple steps will help

Keep your garden furniture in top condition by getting it ready for winter

Trevor Spink looks forward to autumn

These six tricks will help you get top value from your domestic help

Give your peer-to-peer holiday guests a five-star experience

Getting a dog is a life-changing event. Make it easier on your home with our tips

Make the most of the space in self-storage with our tips

Dealing with the clothes and personal items of a deceased loved one is part of the grieving process

Packing up your home to go travelling? Make the most of your storage unit

What’s the best way to prepare shoes and boots for storage?

Keep your mattress sleep-ready in storage

How to donate domestic goods responsibly

What’s the best way to store leather furniture?

Long-term storage: best practice

Declutter your home for a happier summer break

A new baby is one of the biggest life changes but extra storage space can make your life as a new parent easier

A collection, whether it’s Dinky toys, records or shoes should be a pleasure, but a lack of storage space can spoil the fun and make caring for it seem like a chore

Use self-storage to give yourself space in the run-up to your wedding

Manage your college kit with our handy tips

7 tips for a safe move into storage

Using storage when you are a carer

Use the space in your storage unit efficiently

7 things you can’t keep in a self-storage unit

The best way to store a fridge, cooker and washing machine

Get best value by using free or cheap packing when you store your goods

To get the most out of your storage unit, it’s vital to ensure it meets your needs

Keeping some of your possessions in storage will improve your life

How to use a storage unit when you move to a smaller home

What saleable items are you storing?

Make self-storage part of your spring cleaning routine

Six ways to reduce your self-storage costs

Are you worried about pests damaging your stuff?

Don’t let mould spoil your stored items

All about self-storage auctions

All the information you need about storing vehicles

What can you do and not do in your storage unit?

What will storing my stuff cost?

Four easy ways to get excess possessions out of your home

Potentially one of biggest fires in self storage history....

How to put away Christmas decorations

Deal quickly with your unwanted gifts

What to get someone who has too much stuff

Your house is bigger than you think :   f ind the hidden space in your home this Christmas  

Are you dreading the influx of toys during the festive season? Follow these tips to give yourself some space

Are you prepared for snow?

These simple decluttering rules will keep your hall neat and functional

How long should I keep bank statements and other paperwork?

We used storage to help us properly enjoy our library

Here are my top tips to keep a well-ordered car

Put your summer kit into storage with our handy autumn checklist

A round-up of tips for storing out-of-season garments

Why is it worth tidying your car?

Get organised for safety’s sake

Keep your bathroom running as it should with a quick declutter  

How to store groceries in bulk

Earning cash from your spare room !

A useable spare room has many benefits

Self-storage allows Mike to enjoy owning his hand-built canoe.

Should I get rid of all my discs?

Safe storage for the family archives

How to protect your stored clothes from moths

How can self-storage help you if you’re staying put?

The early May bank holiday is when I give up hope of one last ski trip before the season ends.

A recent study indicated people were less likely to move house than they were some 30-40 years ago.

“I don’t mean to be rude,” said the estate agent, “but I have to turn sideways to get past the bookcases in your hall. And that’s a problem.”

We have been contacted by a number of customers who have expressed their displeasure that some self storage companies insisted they insure their goods for a minimum of £ 1,000, as in the case with Safestore, or even £ 2,000 with some others, even if their goods are only worth £ 500 or so.

Store and Insure have teamed up with insure your move so to make sure when your moving house or expanding your home we have you covered for every eventuality.

Several major self storage companies continue to frustrate customers by insisting they purchase self storage insurance through themselves rather than from an independent provider such as ourselves where the cover is wider and far more competitively priced.

Store & Insure have seen continued growth in the first two months of 2017 as more and more customers see the benefit of their competitive online self storage insurance facility. 

We hear this sometimes from potential customers as a number of self storage companies will not allow their customers to purchase any other insurance policy apart from their own. They will use some nebulous excuse but, in essence, they are going against the rules and regulations of the Financial Conduct Authority.

The Self Storage Association have a recognised operating standard to which all their members have to meet certain criteria in able to use the Self Storage Association logo .

The Self Storage Association have a recognised operating standard to which all their members have to meet certain criteria in able to use the Self Storage Association logo .

The Consumer Rights Act which came into force last year affords far more protection to the consumer than ever before. No longer can a self storage provider apply excess hidden charges or should they damage or lose your goods simply walk away from their responsibility as a  'Bailee' for reward'

In the Autumn Statement, Philip Hammond stated Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) would be increased from 10% to 12% with effect from 1st June, 2017. This is the third IPT increase in two years.

According to recent figures released by the Self Storage Association the number of new start up self storage companies is at an all time high.

We hear this sometimes from potential customers as a number of self storage companies will not allow their customers to purchase any other insurance policy apart from their own. They will use some nebulous excuse but, in essence, they are going against the rules and regulations of the Financial Conduct Authority.

We are often asked how we able to provide far more competitive rates than those being offered by the self-storage companies and other online insurance providers.