About Us
New to U Can Store It and booking self-storage online? We’ll show you why your goods couldn’t be in safer hands.
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Self-storage you can really trust
Anyone can buy some shipping containers and try to sell you storage space. What makes the difference with us, is that we’re part of S Jones Containers – one of the UK’s leading shipping container suppliers who has been working with containers and advising self-storage companies for over 40 years.
U Can Store It was established in 2000 and we have built on our decades of container expertise to offer hassle-free self-storage to businesses and individuals of all kinds throughout the West Midlands.
The UK’s first fully online self-storage provider
We believe the “self” part of self-storage is too often overlooked. That’s why we created the UK’s first online self-storage booking process, allowing you to book a unit whenever it suits you. All you need is your ID, an internet connection, and a smartphone, tablet or computer.
Follow our simple to use booking process below to start storing your belongings in just minutes.
Get storing in 3 easy steps
1. Book a unit
Choose your site, verify your ID, and book your unit online.
2. Access your unit
We'll email/text instructions to you so you can access your unit on site.
3. Load & lock
Load your items and lock your secure container unit.
Guaranteed security
Whether it’s equipment for your business, or household items with sentimental value, having your items damaged or stolen can have very serious consequences and must be avoided at all costs.
We therefore invest heavily in security and put this at the heart of everything we do.
We use steel shipping containers with security padlocks that are encased in a tamper-proof shroud and located within a 24/7 CCTV monitored site that only allows customer access via a fob that is linked to you and your specific unit.
Common questions about our services
Are you members of the SSA (Self-Storage Association)
Yes we are. You read more about this here.
What sets you apart from other self-storage companies
A few things! We are the UKs first self-storage operator to offer a fully secure, online self-storage booking process that you can complete within just a few minutes.
This is part of our commitment to making self-storage as hassle-free and simple as possible. For this reason, you can access your unit 24/7, 365 days a year, and all within minutes of having booked your unit via out online booking process.
You can also drive directly to your unit in your vehicle, making it that much easier to transport heavy goods into your unit.
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How soon can I store my goods?
Once you have completed our online booking process and paid for your storage, you can begin storing immediately.
You will receive all the information regarding your site and unit in your confirmation email and SMS, which will outline how exactly to access your unit.
What size units do you offer?
We provide secure 20ft shipping container units that offer 150sqft of space for safely storing business and personal belongings. If you’re not sure if this provides enough space for your goods, please visit our Prices and Sizes page.
Will my goods be insured?
We require all those who store with us to have insurance in place, which we offer as part of our booking process for £8.68 (inc VAT) per £1000 of goods stored within your unit, per month.
If you do not need our insurance because you already have your own, please call us to discuss this and we’ll organise your storage accordingly.
How do I pay for storage?
Most providers offer storage on a contract basis, offering preferable rates for longer commitment periods.
Unlike others, we offer self storage on a rolling monthly subscription basis. You can cancel anytime, and you`re not locked in or punished for doing so.
Do you provide packaging and boxes?
Yes we do. You can find out more about this on our Packaging Materials page.
Is there a minimum term / contract?
Unlike other self-storage companies, we don’t tie you into long contracts. We operate on a subscription model, meaning you can leave us at any time without any penalty.
Since your storage is paid for a month in advance, cancelling your contract means no additional payments will be taken from the moment you cancel.
How do I access my unit?
To access your unit, make a note of your unit number and row, as well as address of your chosen site. This can all be found in your booking confirmation email and text.
Now, travel to the site gates for your site’s location. The map you’ve been sent will show you where your gate is.
Locate the key lockers and enter your key locker code – this will have been sent to you via email. Pull the black lever next to the numbers down to open. Remove keys and fob and close the key locker. Find your unit on the map next to the key lockers (by tag colour and unit number).
Locate fob reader – it looks like a number key pad next to the gate. Enter your code, wait for the gate to open, and enter. Now drive, walk or ride to your unit.
How do I access my container?
Our clean, dry and secure business storage units are ideal for storing business stock, tools and equipment, archive documents, surplus office furniture, occasional use exhibition equipment, stock for home based ventures, short term overspill stock, market traders stock, seasonal stock, etc. See more self storage solutions.
Car, van or truck access is direct to your storage unit door to deliver or collect your goods so there is no double handling on and off trolleys, and no lifts or corridors to negotiate.
What areas do you cover?
We operate in the West Midlands, with sites in Aldridge (Walsall), West Bromwich, and Coventry.
What other services do you offer?
Subject to availability, you can hire a van from us for transporting your goods to your unit. We also provide Packaging and Materials, and can support you with our forklift at out Aldridge site when necessary.
We also offer racking for inside of your unit to help you make better use of the available storage unit.
Can I drive directly to my unit?
Yes! All three of our sites allow you to drive directly to your unit(s).
Aldridge
- Clean 75, 150 and 300sqft storage units available – suitable for a wide range of storage needs whether its personal household items or excess storage for your business
- Book online in just two minutes, as part of a rolling monthly subscription – you are not tied into any minimum contract term
- Protected by 24/7 monitored CCTV, plus state-of-the-art entry system which ensures customer only access
- Storage protected with our fully flood-lit, security-fenced, and gated facility
- 24/7 direct access to your unit door via car, van or truck – no trolleys, lifts or corridors to negotiate
- Manned site, with staff available during core office hours plus a 24-hour emergency number
