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Need Extra Space? Storage Vault Has The Solution!
Need Extra Space? Storage Vault Has The Solution!
Big or small, long-term or short, whatever your storage requirements, the ideal space is waiting for you at one of 15+ Storage Vault stores across Scotland.
Moving House Checklist Scotland
With a proper moving house checklist, residents can make what often is an overwhelming experience, simpler to navigate. It acts as a roadmap to help you manage packing, booking removals, and updating personal information.
Three Months Before Moving
This is the planning stage. Getting organised early will save you stress later. Here’s a simple breakdown of what you can do in this time:
- Confirm your moving date as soon as possible
- Notify your landlord or solicitor if required
- Start researching removal companies
- Look into storage options if dates don’t line up
If there’s a gap between moving out and moving in, short-term storage can be a lifesaver, especially for furniture and larger items.
Two Months Before Moving
Now’s the time to start lightening the load! At this time, you should start to:
- Declutter room by room
- Donate, recycle, or sell items you no longer need
- Book your removals company early to avoid last-minute availability issues
- Reserve storage space if needed
This stage of the checklist for moving house is a great opportunity to avoid packing things you don’t actually want in your new home.
One Month Before Moving
With moving day getting closer, it’s time to start packing strategically.
- Pack non-essential items you won’t need before the move
- Label boxes clearly by room
- Arrange childcare or pet care for moving day
- Notify schools and healthcare providers of your move
Keeping packed boxes in storage can help keep your current home tidy and less chaotic during the final weeks.
Two Weeks Before Moving
This is where details matter.
- Redirect your post with Royal Mail
- Confirm timings with your removals company
- Start dismantling larger furniture
- Prepare a folder for important documents
A solid house move checklist helps prevent last-minute panic, especially when it comes to those pesky admin tasks.
One Week Before Moving
You’re in the final countdown now!
- Pack an essentials box (toiletries, kettle, chargers, clothes)
- Take meter readings for gas, electricity and water
- Arrange final council tax payments with your local authority
- Double-check regarding storage access (if you’re using it)
Having essentials separate means you won’t have to dig through boxes on your first night.
The Day Before Moving
Keep things simple and practical.
- Defrost the fridge and freezer
- Pack valuables and important documents separately
- Set aside keys, ID, contracts and moving paperwork
- Charge all of your phones and devices
This part of your house moving checklist is all about making moving day run smoothly.
Moving Day Checklist
It’s busy indeed, but a quick checklist keeps things on track.
- Do a final walkthrough of every room
- Take meter readings at your old property
- Secure windows and doors before leaving
- Transport your essentials separately from removal boxes to be used on the day
If your new home isn’t quite ready, then having a storage unit will give you the flexibility you need without rushing the move.
After Moving Day
Once you’re in, focus on settling in first.
- Unpack essentials before tackling everything else
- Check utilities are working correctly
- Introduce yourself to neighbours
- Register with a new GP or dentist if needed
This final stage of the moving house checklist UK style guide helps turn your new house into a home.
Bonus Tip: Use Storage Vault for a Stress-Free Move
Not every move runs perfectly to schedule. Storage Vault gives you flexibility when you need it most.
We offer:
- Secure storage units across Scotland
- Flexible short-term rentals
- Ideal spaces for furniture, boxes, and household items
- Clean, dry, and secure facilities
Whether you’re downsizing, renovating or dealing with overlapping move dates, we’re here to give you space to breathe.
Yes, at Storage Vault Self Storage, we offer flexible contracts. If your needs change, we can help you move into a larger or smaller unit with ease. You won’t be locked into a fixed contract for one specific unit.
If your belongings don’t fill the unit, you can arrange a downgrade to a smaller unit. It’s best to speak to our team directly for guidance on how to choose the right size storage unit when you’re moving house.
Storage Vault cannot permit the storage of vehicles on our premises, in line with restrictions on the storage of hazardous materials such as car oil and petrol, as well as guidelines for vehicular storage.
A 10×10 (100 sq ft) unit has the capacity to store the contents of a 3-bedroom house, contents of a luton van, or approximately 250 to 260 moving boxes.
A 75 sq ft unit, which can store 200 to 210 moving boxes or the contents of a 2-bedroom house – approximately the capacity of a transit van.
A 50 sq ft unit is equivalent to the size of a small van. A unit of this size will hold larger items of furniture, or around 100 to 110 moving boxes.
Our 10×10 (100 sq ft) storage units – equivalent in size to a luton moving van – are perfect for home movers, with enough space for the contents of a 3-bedroom house or approximately 250 to 260 moving boxes.
If you’re only looking to store a single suitcase or a few small items, our 10 sq ft storage unit – equivalent in size to a telephone box – is perfect for you. Designed to fit a set of golf clubs, curling gear, sports equipment, and other seasonal items, or 15 to 20 moving boxes, these nifty little units offer exceptional value for money.
Our x-large (100 sq ft) units – the same size as a luton moving van – have capacity for the contents of a typical 3-bedroom home, or approximately 250 to 260 moving boxes. These units are available month-to-month at incredibly affordable prices, with 50% off your first 2 months! Get an online quote or call us on 0800 802 1822 for more information.
To store the contents of a 2-bedroom house, Storage Vault recommends a 75 sq ft unit, which can store 200 to 210 moving boxes – approximately the capacity of a transit van.