Do You Pay For Storage Monthly?
Yes, most storage companies will ask you to pay monthly, however some might offer discounted annual payments if you lock in for long-term storage.
How Does Monthly Storage Work?
Monthly storage lets you rent a space to store your items for as long as you need.
The price usually depends on two things: how much space you’re using and where the storage facility is.
For example, facilities in big cities will usually cost more due to demand. Likewise, bigger storage units cost more because of the extra space they take up.
Most companies charge a monthly fee for storage, but some may add extra costs for services like packing, transport, or extra insurance.
If you plan to store for a year, you might be able to lock in better prices due to the longer rental period.
Some storage companies also offer a more flexible option where you pay by the box instead of renting an entire unit. In this case, your monthly cost depends on how many boxes you’re storing. If you add or remove boxes, your monthly fee goes up or down.
To find out more about storage by the box, starting at £3.56 per month, email The Box Co. today on hello@theboxco.co.uk
How Much is Monthly Storage?
The cost of monthly storage will depend on whether you rent a traditional storage unit or go for a by the box option.
For example, for traditional storage, the price per month will depend on the size of the storage unit being rented.
In the UK the average monthly cost for storage units are around:
- £82 monthly (25 square feet)
- £115 monthly (35 square feet)
- £165 monthly (50 square feet)
A cheaper option is paying for monthly storage by the box rather than by the storage unit.
With this method, you only pay for what you actually store - rather than a whole storage space.
Companies like The Box Co. have different prices available for different size boxes
e.g. small (29x40x34cm), medium (41x41x41cm), large (60x46x46cm) and XL (76x45x45cm).
The monthly cost for storage will depend on the number of boxes you have and their size, but starts at less than £1 per week!
If you need more details around the cost of renting storage space, see our guide.
What Do Monthly Storage Costs Include?
Monthly storage costs cover the rental of a space where your items can be protected. Smaller units tend to be more affordable than large units and most traditional storage companies will charge you based on size.
Depending on the storage company, there may be other factors that affect the monthly cost including demand, location of the unit and if they provide any discounts.
A lot of storage companies will also ask you to take out specific storage unit insurance to protect your stored items. This can add a bit of an extra cost to the monthly amount.
For certain companies, you will need to organise your own transport too, so it's worth budgeting for the additional costs of hiring a van and packaging materials.
Where Can I Find Flexible Monthly Storage?
Companies like The Box Co ask customers to pay for storage by the box - rather than paying for an entire storage unit.
That means that however much, or little, storage you have, we can tailor the monthly price to your needs. That way, you never pay for storage space that you don't use.
This flexibility applies to student storage, business storage and regional storage too.
Monthly Storage, By The Box
Traditional storage usually involves renting an entire unit and paying a monthly fee, regardless of how much space you actually use.
While this can work for larger moves or long-term storage, it’s not always the most cost-effective option - especially if you only have a few items.
By-the-box storage offers a more flexible option. Instead of paying for an entire unit, you’re charged based on the number and size of boxes you store. This means you only pay for the space you actually need, which can lower monthly costs.
This type of storage is ideal for people who don’t need to store a lot - like students, people between moves, or anyone decluttering their home. Whether you need storage for a few weeks or months, by-the-box solutions can be a more affordable and convenient choice.
Many by-the-box companies also handle collection and delivery, so you don’t have to worry about transporting your items yourself. Plus, if your storage needs change, you can easily add or remove boxes and your monthly fee will adjust accordingly.
To find out more about storage by the box, starting at £3.56 per month, email The Box Co. today on hello@theboxco.co.uk
