Reading Storage — Short-Term & Long-Term Options From Our Queens Walk Branch
Storage solutions in Reading from our RG1 7QF branch. Short-term completion-gap storage, long-term self-storage, climate-controlled vaults — pricing, access and what to choose.
Storage is often the difference between a stressful move and a smooth one. Our Queens Walk branch offers three tiers of Reading storage — short-term completion-gap, mid-term seasonal, and long-term self-storage. Here's how each works and when to use it.
Tier 1: Short-term completion-gap (5 days FREE)
For any Reading customer whose buyer/seller completion slips, we hold up to 2 cubic metres of belongings free for 5 days at our Queens Walk depot. No paperwork, no surcharge — just a phone call. Covers ~90% of conveyancing-slip situations without you ever paying a storage bill.
Tier 2: Mid-term seasonal storage (1–8 weeks)
For longer gaps — sabbaticals, between-tenancies, renovation projects — we charge £12 per cubic metre per week at the depot. Access by appointment, 7 days a week. Cheaper than Big Yellow Reading (£17–£22/cu m/week) and Easystore Reading (£15–£19/cu m/week) for equivalent storage. Typical 3-bed-house volume is 14–18 cu m so a 4-week mid-term storage bill would be £670–£860.
Tier 3: Long-term self-storage (2+ months)
For genuinely long-term storage (overseas postings, university gap years, downsizers between properties), we partner with self-storage facilities in Tilehurst and Calcot — we arrange the unit, transport your belongings, and you have your own key. Pricing typically £180–£320/month for a 50–75 sq ft unit (suitable for a 2–3 bed house). Significantly cheaper than central-Reading self-storage rates.
Climate-controlled storage for art, documents, electronics
For high-value or temperature-sensitive items (artwork, musical instruments, vintage electronics, legal/medical archives, wine cellars), our partner facility in Burghfield offers climate-controlled vaults at 16–20°C, 45–55% humidity. £35/month per cu m. We handle pick-up and drop-off.
What's included free with HomeGo storage
- Loading and unloading at both ends
- Crate and blanket protection
- £50,000 goods-in-transit + in-storage insurance
- 7-day appointment-based access
- Inventory photos at point of intake
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Frequently asked questions
How much is short-term storage in Reading?
Up to 5 days completion-gap storage is FREE for our customers (max 2 cu m). After that, £12/cu m/week.
Cheaper than Big Yellow Reading?
Yes — typically 25–40% cheaper than Big Yellow / Easystore for equivalent storage at our depot.
Can I access my belongings during storage?
Yes — by appointment, 7 days a week at our Queens Walk depot. Most customers come in 1–2 times during a typical storage period.
Do you offer climate-controlled storage?
Yes — for art, instruments, electronics or documents we offer 16–20°C / 45–55% RH vault storage at £35/cu m/month.
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