Self storage has become increasingly popular for many individuals and businesses. Whether you’re moving home, decluttering, or simply need some extra space, Storage Time's self storage offers you with an ideal storage solution. At Storage Time, we offer you with an affordable solution, backed by our lowest price guarantee.
In today's blog, we will answer some of our most frequently asked questions about self storage insurance and why it is important to have insurance for your storage unit.

FAQs About Self Storage Insurance:
What Is Content Protection and Why Does It Matter?
Content Protection is insurance for the items stored in your self storage unit, providing you with security in case of any unfortunate events. It essentially represents the value of your belongings, helping to protect you from financial loss in the case of any unforseen events.
Not only does content protection cover you against these unfortunate events, but it also provides you with peace of mind knowing that your items are covered and secured throughout your storage experience.
At Storage Time, we offer you with a variety of content protection levels to ensure your goods are secured with us. Our insurance safeguards your items potentially saving you from significant financial losses.
2. Is Self Storage Insurance Expensive?
At Storage Time Stockport, storage insurance costs can vary based on what you’re insuring and the chosen coverage amount.
Below are the different levels of content protection we offer at Storage Time self storage in Stockport:

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3. Can I Use My Own Insurance?
Another most frequently asked question is whether you can use your own insurance for items stored in a self storage unit. The answer is yes! At Storage Time, we offer you the flexibility of either choosing our content protection or can use your own insurance policy to cover your items. This offers you the flexibility to choose the option that better suits your storage needs, ensuring that your items are protected whilst in storage.
At Storage Time, your belongings are our priority. Our self storage facility is equipped with top quality security measures to ensure your belongings are protected. With 24/7 security measures in place, we provide you with peace of mind, knowing that your items are secured with us. Plus, Storage Time's self storage facility in Stockport is an SSA approved facility providing you with added peace of mind.
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4. How Do I Choose the Right Insurance Coverage?
In order to choose the right insurance coverage, we recommend creating a list of all the items you plan to store in your self storage unit. By creating a list of your storage items, you will be able to assess how much each item is worth allowing you to create a rough total. For example, if your items come to a rough total of £2000, we would recommend going for the £2500 content protection to ensure your items are covered. Additionally, some people usually add more items into their storage unit over time causing the content value to increase. At Storage Time, we offer you with the flexibility of changing your content protection level at any time throughout your self storage experience with us.
Tips for Keeping Your Belongings Safe in Self Storage
Organise Your Self Storage Unit
When renting a self storage unit, effectively organising your unit is key. Organising your unit helps to maximise space and ensure easy access to your items. Start by creating an inventory list of all items you plan to store. By creating a list, you can see which items you will need more frequent access to, which will help you to place these items or boxes nearer to the front. Plus, by creating the list, you will be able to see which items are fragile, allowing you to place these above the heavier boxes. By organising your unit efficiently, you will be able to reduce the risk of damage to your items. At Storage Time, we take all the measures to ensure all your belongings are safe in our storage facility.
Choose the Right Packaging Materials :
Choosing the right packing materials is vital for protecting your belongings, during both transit and storage. Before starting to pack your items, ensure you have all the packaging materials on hand to ensure a hassle free experience. At Storage Time Stockport, our boxes are made from top quality materials to guarantee durability for the safety of your storage items. Additionally, they feature double walls instead of single walls to offer added strength, catering to your storage requirements effectively. We understand that packing and moving can be a stressful process which is why we offer the convenience of dropping off your packing materials to your home or office.
When packing your items, one common mistake to avoid is overpacking your items in a box. Ensure each box can be comfortably lifted and moved. Place the heavier items closer to the bottom of the box and place lighter items or fragile items towards the top of the box, to ensure your belongings are safe from damage.
Label All Your Boxes and Items :

As you fill your boxes, take a moment to label them with their contents and the room they belong to. Clear labelling is vital to ensure you know what is stored in each box, so in future you can access the box you need without having to open all the boxes. Start by using a permanent marker and display clearly what room the box belongs to. On these boxes, label all the items inside the box such as clothes and shoes so you what is inside it without having to open it all up. Additionally, to help you further identify your boxes, consider using a colour coded method so you know what colour belongs to what room.
Plus, if you have any items in your boxes that are fragile, ensure you clearly label the boxes as fragile so when in transit or storage, you and everyone around you, knows to handle the box with care and attention.
Labelling your boxes will help you identify your boxes much quicker enabling you to access your items efficiently without the hassle of having to open each and every box.
Secure Your Unit
Lastly, securing your unit properly is crucial. At Storage Time, we offer premium quality padlocks to ensure your unit is secure at all times. Plus, with motion censored CCTV and a high quality ID system, we ensure that our self storage facility is secure at all times. Furthermore, we have a security guard on site 24/7, providing all our customers with added peace of mind.
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Final Thoughts
Self storage is a great choice to store your belongings, whether you are moving home, decluttering or simply need some extra space. At Storage Time, we have a wide variety of storage units to choose from, allowing you to find the ideal solution that fits your storage needs. To further protect your belongings, we offer a range of content levels for you to choose from, ensuring your items are safe in our facility. By opting for content protection, you can have peace of mind knowing that your items are safeguarded at all times.
Want to speak to one of our storage experts?
You can call us on 0161 960 077, or if you prefer you can email us to info@storage-time.co.uk
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