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Why Use Self-Storage While Renovating?

By November 27, 2025No Comments

Renovations can be exciting and stressful at the same time. On one hand, you’re creating a new and improved living space that will better suit your needs. On the other hand, you have to deal with the chaos that comes with the construction process, which can disrupt your daily routines and make it difficult to live in your home. One way to ease the stress and make the process more manageable is by using a self-storage facility.

At Gilmorton Storage, this month’s blog looks at why you should consider using self-storage. For more information, call us in Leicester on 07815 013 883.

Keeps Your Belongings Safe

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During a renovation, you’ll likely have to move furniture, appliances, and other belongings out of the rooms that are being worked on. Instead of leaving your valuable possessions exposed to dust, debris, and potential damage, you can keep them in a self-storage unit.

Storage facilities typically have security measures in place to protect your items, such as surveillance cameras and gated access.

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Clears Up Space

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Renovations can be messy, and having extra space to move around can make the process much easier. By renting a self-storage unit, you can free up space in your home and create a more organized work area.

This can help the contractors work more efficiently and prevent accidents or injuries.

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Gilmorton Storage is located in Leicester but can provide our storage facilities and Container Storage Units to people across Leicestershire.

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We are a family-run business offering container storage & self storage services within the UK and across Leicester.

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On our site we have a fenced perimeter that is also monitored by our intensive CCTV system.

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We are located on the edge of the city of Leicester, offering the perfect location for a workshop space.

Protects Against Accidents

Construction work can be dangerous, and accidents can happen. If you have fragile or expensive items in your home, it’s best to move them to a safe location during the renovation process.

By renting a self-storage unit, you can protect your belongings and avoid any potential accidents or damage caused by the construction process.

Keep Items Accessible

While you may not need all of your belongings during the renovation process, there are some items that you’ll still need to access. By using a self-storage unit, you can keep those items close by and easily accessible.

This can be particularly useful if you’re staying in your home during the renovations and need to access your belongings on a daily basis.

Store Extra Materials

During the renovation process, you may accumulate excess materials that you don’t want to keep in your home. By renting a self-storage unit, you can store those materials until the renovation is complete. This can be particularly useful if you’re working on a larger project that requires a lot of materials.

Contact Gilmorton Storage

For more information about using self-storage during a home renovation, don’t hesitate to contact Gilmorton Storage. Call us in Leicester on 07815 013 883 or 07545 275 326. Alternatively, send us a message via our contact form.

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