Need to Put Stuff in Storage? Here’s How to Save

If your hallway is full of boxes, your garage is bursting at the seams, or your child has just left for uni and their entire life is still sitting in their old bedroom, then yep, you’re probably thinking about storage.

I’ve been there. It always starts with the best intentions. “We’ll just clear out a few things.” Next thing you know, the spare room is packed and you’re seriously wondering where it all came from. 

Whether you’re in the middle of moving house, downsizing, or just trying to make space while still hanging onto the things you love, storage can be a lifesaver.

But traditional storage? Not always budget-friendly or convenient. Luckily, that’s changing.

Why Traditional Storage Doesn’t Always Work

Back in the day, if you needed storage, your only real option was to rent a unit. That usually meant hiring a van, driving everything to a warehouse, and paying for a fixed-size space whether you filled it or not.

Depending on where you live, those monthly costs can really add up. 

In London, for example, a small storage unit (around 50 square feet) can cost over £160 per month. Even outside the city, you’re still looking at around £80 to £100 a month for a small unit. And let’s be honest, most of us aren’t storing furniture from a five-bedroom house. We just need somewhere to keep a few boxes out of the way.

What Is “Storage by the Box”?

This is where a newer, much smarter option comes in: storage by the box.

Instead of paying for a big empty unit, services like The Box Co. let you store just what you need. You choose how many boxes you want to store, they deliver the boxes to your door, you pack them up, and they come back to collect everything when you’re ready. 

Your items are stored in a secure facility and returned whenever you want them back.

Think of it like having an extra cupboard that lives outside your house, except someone else is managing it for you.

How Storage by the Box Saves You Money

Here’s where it really gets interesting. With The Box Co, you can store a box from just £4 a month. That’s less than the price of a coffee and miles more affordable than renting a full storage unit.

You’re not paying for space you don’t use. If you only have a few boxes to store – say, your child’s books and clothes while they’re away at uni or the Christmas decorations you only need once a year – you only pay for those boxes. No need to commit to a whole room you’ll never fill.

And because they handle the collection and delivery, you’re not spending your weekends hauling things across town or hiring a van. It’s all sorted with a few clicks and a bit of tape.

Why Mums Love It

Let’s face it, we’ve got enough going on. Between work, kids, school runs, and trying to keep the house in some kind of order, we don’t need another complicated chore. What I love about storage by the box is how stress-free it is.

When my friend’s son went off to uni, his bedroom stayed exactly as he left it. Clothes, posters, books, and all. She wasn’t ready to turn it into a yoga studio just yet, but I also didn’t want to live with the clutter. With storage by the box, you just pack up the things your don’t need right away and have them picked up. Done and dusted in an afternoon…and pretty inexpensive.

Storage That Fits Around You

What I love most is how flexible it is. There’s no long-term contract and you can get your items back whenever you want. You can even manage it all online. So if you’re a planner (or a bit of a last-minute scrambler like me), it works for both.

And it’s not just The Box Co that’s doing this, although, to be honest, they’re one of the best I’ve seen in terms of pricing and service. More families are catching on to this new way of storing because it just makes sense. It’s easier, more affordable, and you stay in control of what you store and when.

Saving on Storage

If you’re staring at piles of stuff and wondering what on earth to do with it, storage by the box might just be the answer you didn’t know you needed. It’s affordable, easy to manage, and designed for real life – the kind with school shoes by the front door, washing that never ends, and a to-do list as long as your arm.

Companies like The Box Co are changing the way we think about storage, and honestly, I’m here for it. Because anything that helps me stay organised, save money, and reclaim a bit of space (both in my home and my head) is a win.

So next time you need to put a few things away, don’t overthink it. Just box it up and let someone else take care of the rest.