Planning a kitchen remodel or bathroom renovation? Home improvements are exciting, but they come with one major challenge: where do you put all your belongings while contractors are working?
Why Your Furniture Needs to Go
Construction dust isn’t like regular dust—it’s fine, pervasive, and gets into everything. Your furniture, electronics, and valuables are at risk of damage from plaster dust, sawdust, and debris. Even carefully covered items aren’t fully protected.
Beyond protection, there’s a practical reason to clear the space: contractors work faster when they have room to move. Every piece of furniture in their way adds time and cost to your project. Plus, many renovation contracts specify that you’re responsible for protecting your own belongings, leaving you on the hook for any damage.
The Mobile Storage Advantage
Renovation timelines are unpredictable. Your three-week project might stretch to three months when permits are delayed or unexpected issues arise. This is where mobile storage units make life easier.
Storage2u delivers portable storage units directly to your home. You pack at your own pace, we collect the unit and store it in our secure, climate-controlled warehouse in Upper Riccarton. When delays happen, your belongings stay safe in our 24/7 monitored facility until you need them back—no rushing, no multiple trips across town.
Pack Smart, Save Headaches
Organise by room and priority: Label everything clearly so you can retrieve items if needed mid-project. If you’re renovating the kitchen first, pack those items separately.
Protect everything properly: Wrap furniture in moving blankets, use bubble wrap for fragile items, and invest in quality boxes. Storage2u provides packing supplies when we deliver your unit.
Create an access list: Document items you might need during the renovation, making retrieval planning much simpler.
The Hidden Benefits
Storing valuable items off-site simplifies insurance concerns and speeds up project completion. Contractors appreciate clear work spaces, which means less time (and money) spent on your renovation.
An unexpected bonus? Seeing your rooms completely empty can inspire better design decisions and layout changes you wouldn’t have considered with furniture in the way.
Timeline Tips
Start sorting and packing 3-4 weeks before contractors arrive. This gives you time to declutter and organise properly. Coordinate with your contractor about their timeline and work zones, then plan for delays—if they say two months, assume three.
Worth the Investment
Temporary renovation storage costs less than replacing damaged furniture or dealing with project delays. Storage2u’s mobile system also eliminates rental truck costs and time off work for multiple trips—we handle the logistics.
Ready to tackle your renovation stress-free? Storage2u’s mobile units make it simple: we deliver to you, pick up when you’re ready, and return your belongings when your new space is complete. Contact us today to get started.