Moving between rented properties should be straightforward: leave one home, collect the keys to the next and move your belongings across.
Unfortunately, it doesn’t always work like that.
Your current tenancy might end on Friday while your new tenancy doesn’t begin until Monday. Your next property might not be ready. You could be waiting for referencing to complete, moving temporarily back in with family or staying somewhere furnished while searching for your next home.
Suddenly, you’ve got an important question to answer:
Where do you put all your belongings?
At SecureStore, our flexible Removal + Storage service provides renters across Bury, Manchester, Failsworth and Salford with a practical solution when moving dates don’t quite line up.
Why Gaps Between Tenancies Happen
There are plenty of reasons you might not be able to move directly from one rented property into another.
These include:
- Different tenancy start and end dates
- Delays with referencing
- Waiting for deposits or paperwork
- A new property requiring repairs
- Moving temporarily into furnished accommodation
- Relocating to a new area
- Staying with family between properties
- Waiting for a house purchase to complete
Even a gap of just a few days can create a major logistical problem when you have an entire home’s contents to move.
Temporary Storage Bridges the Gap
Self storage gives you somewhere secure to put everything while you’re between addresses.
Instead of trying to find friends or family with spare garages, your belongings can be moved into a dedicated storage unit until your new property is ready.
You could store:
- Beds and mattresses
- Sofas
- Dining furniture
- Televisions
- Kitchen equipment
- Clothing
- Books
- Desks
- Appliances
- Boxes of personal belongings
When you’re ready to move again, everything is together in one place.
Moving Back in with Parents Temporarily?
It’s increasingly common for renters to move back into the family home between properties.
Perhaps you’re saving for a deposit, waiting for a house purchase or simply haven’t found the right next property.
The problem is that bringing an entire flat or house worth of belongings with you can quickly overwhelm the family home.
Temporary storage means you can move back with the essentials while keeping the rest of your possessions safely stored.
Moving into Furnished Accommodation
You may also be moving from an unfurnished property into a furnished one.
That can leave you with duplicate:
- Sofas
- Beds
- Wardrobes
- Dining tables
- Chairs
- Desks
Selling everything may seem like the obvious solution, but think carefully before doing so.
Furniture from retailers such as IKEA UK, DFS, Dunelm and John Lewis & Partners can cost a considerable amount to replace.
If your next property is unfurnished again, you could end up buying everything twice.
Storage allows you to keep good-quality furniture until you know what your longer-term living arrangements will be.
Don’t Rush into the Wrong Property
When your tenancy is ending, there’s often pressure to find somewhere else quickly.
That can result in choosing a property because it’s available rather than because it’s right for you.
Using temporary storage can remove some of that pressure.
If you have somewhere temporary to stay, your belongings can remain securely stored while you continue looking for the right home.
Rental property portals such as Rightmove, Zoopla and OpenRent list thousands of rental properties, but availability can change quickly.
Having storage already arranged gives you more flexibility during your search.
Storage When You’re Buying After Renting
Perhaps you’re leaving the rental market altogether and purchasing your first home.
That’s exciting, but property purchases can take longer than expected.
Mortgage applications, searches, surveys and conveyancing can all affect the timeline.
If your tenancy expires before completion, storage can provide a practical bridge.
Rather than extending a tenancy purely because you need somewhere for your furniture, you can place your belongings into storage while waiting for your purchase to complete.
Make Moving Day Simpler with Removal + Storage
This is where SecureStore’s combined service can make a real difference.
Instead of hiring a van, moving everything yourself and then unloading it into storage, ask us about our Removal + Storage service.
Depending on your requirements, we can help move your belongings from your current property into storage and then help with the next stage of your move when you’re ready.
Having one company involved can make the whole process easier to organise.
Start Packing Before Your Tenancy Ends
Don’t leave everything until the final weekend.
Begin with belongings you won’t need immediately, such as:
- Books
- Decorative items
- Seasonal clothing
- Spare bedding
- Kitchen equipment you rarely use
- Pictures and ornaments
- Hobby equipment
- Non-essential furniture
Moving these items into storage early can make your final move-out considerably easier.
Remember Your End-of-Tenancy Responsibilities
Storage can also make it easier to properly clean the property before handing the keys back.
An empty or partially empty property is much easier to:
- Vacuum
- Mop
- Clean behind furniture
- Wipe skirting boards
- Clean cupboards
- Check for forgotten belongings
For information about tenancy deposits and renter responsibilities, GOV.UK private renting guidance provides useful information for tenants in England.
Photograph the Property Before Leaving
Once you’ve removed your belongings and completed your final clean, consider taking clear photographs of the property.
You may want to photograph:
- Each room
- Floors
- Walls
- Appliances
- Kitchen units
- Bathrooms
- Meter readings
Keep these alongside your tenancy documentation.
They can provide a useful record of the property’s condition when you left.
Don’t Forget About Your Address
Moving between temporary addresses can also create problems with post.
Banks, insurers, employers, online retailers and other organisations may still have your previous address.
Royal Mail Redirection is one option for redirecting post after moving.
SecureStore also offers a mailbox service, providing another useful solution for customers who require a consistent mailing address. Speak to our team for details.
How Long Can You Use Temporary Storage?
There’s no single answer because everyone’s circumstances are different.
You might only need storage for:
- A few days between tenancies.
- Several weeks while finding another property.
- A few months while saving or staying with family.
- Longer while waiting for a house purchase.
The important thing is having flexibility rather than making decisions simply because you’re running out of time.
How Much Storage Space Will You Need?
The amount of storage required depends on whether you’re moving from a room, flat or entire house.
Don’t automatically assume you need the largest unit.
A well-packed storage unit can hold considerably more than many people expect.
Our team can discuss what you’re storing and help you identify an appropriate option.
Why Use SecureStore Between Tenancies?
SecureStore provides a practical combination of storage and removals for renters whose moving dates don’t line up perfectly.
Instead of worrying about where furniture and boxes will go, you can keep your belongings together while you focus on finding and preparing your next home.
We serve customers across Bury, Manchester, Failsworth and Salford, with flexible options for different storage requirements.
How to Book Your Storage Unit
Getting started is simple:
- Work out approximately what you need to store.
- Contact SecureStore to discuss your requirements.
- Choose a suitable storage unit.
- Ask us about our Removal + Storage service if you need help moving your belongings.
- Move into your next property when you’re ready.
Call: 0161 470 0288
Email: info@securestoreselfstorage.co.uk
Visit: 574 Manchester Road, Bury
No deposit required in many cases; same-day move-in may be available.
Between Homes? SecureStore Can Help
A gap between rental properties doesn’t have to turn into a moving nightmare.
Whether you’re staying with family, waiting for another tenancy, moving into furnished accommodation or buying your first home, temporary self storage gives you somewhere secure for your belongings until you’re ready for them.
With Removal + Storage available from SecureStore, we can also help take some of the physical work and organisation out of your move.
Call 0161 470 0288, email info@securestoreselfstorage.co.uk, or visit 574 Manchester Road, Bury to discuss your requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use storage for just a short gap between tenancies?
Speak to our team about your dates and requirements. Flexible storage can be particularly useful when there is a short period between moving out and moving into your next property.
Can you collect my furniture from my rented property?
SecureStore now provides Removal + Storage. Contact us with details of what needs moving and where you’re located so we can discuss your requirements.
Should I sell my furniture if my next property is furnished?
Not necessarily. If you expect to rent or buy an unfurnished property again, replacing good-quality furniture later could be expensive. Temporary storage gives you time to decide.
Can I store boxes as well as furniture?
Yes. Household storage commonly includes boxes of clothing, books, kitchenware, personal possessions and furniture, subject to our storage terms.
What if I don’t know when I’ll find my next property?
That’s exactly the type of situation where flexible storage can be useful. Speak to SecureStore about the options available for your circumstances.
