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Sometimes not everything fits into the new home all at once — or the moving date and the move-in date are weeks apart. A professional storage service offers the ideal solution. We explain when storage really makes sense and what you should pay attention to when choosing the right provider.
In an ideal world, the move-out date and the move-in date fall on the same day. In reality, things often look different: The new apartment has not yet been completely renovated, the rental starts three weeks after the moving out date, or you move in temporarily with family or friends until the final new apartment is found.
It is precisely in such situations that a professional Warehousing service the most practical and safe solution. But storage can also be useful in other situations in life — for example when downsizing, staying abroad, following a divorce or extensive home renovation.
Autumn is a particularly typical time for storage: Many summer equipment such as garden furniture, lawnmowers or bicycles need a safe winter parking space, and the last big wave of relocation of the year brings many people into transition situations.
This is the most common reason for storage. If there is a gap of more than a few days between the moving out date of the old apartment and the moving in date of the new apartment, your furniture and objects need a safe intermediate location. In this case, a warehouse is more practical, safer and often cheaper than trying to store everything with friends.
Anyone moving into a smaller apartment is often faced with the dilemma: Some pieces of furniture or objects should not be given away, but do not fit into the new apartment. A storage service gives you time to decide in peace what remains permanent and what is delivered — without hasty decisions under time pressure.
Anyone moving into an apartment that is being renovated before moving in cannot immediately take their furniture with them. Storage bridges this phase safely and practically — without damaging furniture in a dusty renovation environment.
Anyone who goes abroad for several months — whether for a work assignment, a sabbatical or a longer trip — often has to give up their home. Instead of selling furniture and having to buy new ones later, a storage service offers the option of keeping everything safe until you return.
It is not always a question of a complete budget. Garden furniture, parasols, lawnmowers, bicycles, winter tires or skis need a secure parking space in the wrong part of the year — especially if the apartment doesn't have its own cellar or floor. A storage service provides this function flexibly and cost-effectively.
Not every camp is the same. The quality of storage depends on several factors — and an incorrect warehouse can be expensive.
A professional warehouse has secure accesses, video surveillance and clear regulations as to who has access to the stored items. Ask the provider specifically about the security measures before you store your valuables.
Moisture is the biggest enemy of stored objects. Furniture, electrical appliances, books and textiles can be permanently damaged by moisture — mold, rust or deformation. A good warehouse is dry, well ventilated and clean. An air-conditioned storage room is recommended for particularly sensitive objects such as works of art, antiques or instruments.
Storage requirements can rarely be planned down to the day. A good storage service offers flexible terms — without long minimum contract periods or high exit costs. In this way, you only pay for the time you actually need.
Ask explicitly about the insurance coverage for stored items. Reputable providers have warehouse liability insurance that covers damage caused by fire, water or burglary. Check whether your own home insurance also covers stored items.
Sometimes you need access to certain items in the middle of the storage phase. A good storage service enables flexible access about the stored goods — at agreed opening hours and without bureaucratic hurdles.
Before you put them into storage, create a detailed list of all stored items — including photos of their condition. This list is important for insurance purposes and helps you to keep track of things when outsourcing.
Objects must also be well packaged in the warehouse. Furniture should be wrapped in blankets or shrink wrap, boxes should be labeled and not too heavy. Sensitive objects such as mirrors, pictures or glass objects need special padding.
Never store documents, cash, jewelry, or other particularly valuable items in a normal storage room. These things belong in a bank safe or safe home.
Gerber Transport offers safe, clean and flexible storage options for every need in the Winterthur and Zurich region. Whether it's a short-term bridging between two moves, seasonal storage of garden tools or longer-term storage during stays abroad — we will find the right solution for your situation.
Our storage areas are secure, dry and easily accessible. And as a full-service moving company, we can also transport your items directly to the warehouse and back again on request — without you having to do anything yourself.
Contact us for a non-binding offer and find out how easy professional storage can be.
Rudolf-Diesel-Strasse 5, 8404 Winterthur
info@gerber-transport.ch
You can also email us to share your inquiries and details of your move. We will answer your message in a timely manner and assist you every step of the way.
+41 44 240 41 42
Our friendly team is available over the phone to answer any questions you may have and help you plan your move. We are happy to be there for you.