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Your self-storage in 5 easy steps

We understand that decluttering your home, office or moving house can be stressful and know how important it is for your business to have space to operate or expand, so we make self-storage really easy. Here are the steps to follow.

Choose your unit type

  • Blue Box Storage units vary to 2.5 m2 to 20 m2. Use our size estimator or get advice with our friendly staffs at our store to help you choose the right storage unit for you.
  • Once you have found your ideal storage unit, the next step will be to find out your duration rental.

Duration of storage

  • To simplify your life and stay as flexible as possible, opt for a monthly rental. Otherwise, commitment over 6 months or even 1 year are possible to benefit from preferential rates.
  • Once the duration is fixed, the next step will be to make a reservation in order to maintain availability and price.

Reserving your unit is always free. And fast !

  • Reserve your storage unit online.
  • We hold your reservation for three days.
  • To make your reservation, you will need your ID or passports, email address or
    telephone number.
  • There’s absolutely no cost nor obligation when making your reservation.
  • You can also come in our store or reserve by phone.

Changes and cancellations

  •  Change your mind ? No problem !
  •  Want to alter the size of your unit ?
  •  Would like to change your move-in date as you need more time to pack ?
  •  Just want to cancel your reservation and start over when you’re ready ? Give us a phone and we’ll sort it out for you. It’s always in your control, and it’s always free.
  • We’ll just adjust your monthly rates accordingly to your choice.

Your reservation confirmation and next steps

  •  After reserving a unit, you will receive an email confirming your reservation details.
  •  The manager of Blue Box will also call to confirm your reservation and answer any
    questions you may have.
  •  Got more questions ? Have a chat with our self-storage specialists on 5 255 4764
    Have you made your reservation ? The next step would be to pack up your stuff.

 

The key to a successful move is preparation

  • Blue Box is a one stop shop for all your packing and moving needs. We sell a variety of moving supplier at a competitive price such as boxes, mattress covers, sofa covers, packing tape, wardrobe boxes etc. so you can protect your belongings. Using the right sized box for your needs will make packing up much easier, plus it allows you to easily stack your items once you’ve moved into your unit.
  • To give you a hand, we’ve put together some not-to-be-missed tips. You can also print them out for easy reference:

Transport your items

  • Our team will be happy to recommend local removal companies, man-with-a-van services. As a Blue Box customer, you may even be able to take advantage of special offers from those services.
  • Are you all packed up? Bring your belongings to the store, sign a simple contract and move in. Done !

  • Before you move into your unit, you’ll need to sign a contract. It will only take about 15 to 30 minutes. Just make sure you arrive during office hours.
  • In your interest, the goods you will store in your storage unit must be insured; we recommend you to hang an insurance with Quantum – specially designed for customers of Blue Box, offering optimal coverage to customers. attractive rates.
  • In order to validate your contract on the day of your presentation at the office, it is necessary to bring:

For individuals:

  • Valid identity documents (passport, residence permit or identity cards).
  • Proof of address of – 3 months.
  • Deposit (one month of rent) + Administration fees Rs 200.
  • Other contact person proof of identity (passport / residence card, identity cards).
  • Insurance of the box.

For companies:

  • Extracts BRN and VAT.
  • Identity document of the manager or chairman (passport/ resident card or identity cards).
  • Proof of address of – 3 months.
  • Other contact person proof of identity (passport / residence card or identity cards).
  • Deposit (one month’s rent).
  • Insurance of the box.

Accessing your unit

  • After signing your contract, you will get a fingerprint access or a personal pin codes together with an access card from the on-site manager, giving you the right te get in freely and operate the secure speaker portal.
  • You can visit your storage unit any time. We’re open seven days a week, 365 days per year.

Loading your unit

  • To make your move as smooth as possible, use one of the trolleys, hand trucks or pallet jacks at the facility to help with unloading for free.
  • In fact, you can talk to your store manager any time. They’re real storage experts and it’s their goal to help you get the most out of your unit. There is a store assistant who can helps you in carrying your household items & commercial equipment in/out of the box. Prices may vary depending on the volume transported.
  • For more helpful ideas and a practical list of everything you’d ever want to know about storage, take a look at our self storage tips.

Moving out

  • Whether you’ve been using your storage unit for a month or several years, simply give us 15 days’ notice in writing (an email is fine) when you want to vacate.

Wondering how much the units cost ?