Storage moves are different from house moves. Tight elevators. Limited cart space. Climate-controlled vs. drive-up units. 4-by-5 lockers vs. 10-by-30 garage-sized rooms. Move-in policies vary by facility, and the wrong assumptions can turn a quick load into an all-day project.

We’ve moved customers in and out of dozens of storage facilities across Greater Philadelphia. Each guide below covers the facility’s specific layout, access rules, and what to expect on move day. Pick yours from the list.

Facility-Specific Guides

Storage at the LiteMovers Wayne Warehouse

Sometimes a third-party storage facility isn’t the right fit. Our Wayne, Pennsylvania warehouse offers another option for short-term and long-term storage between moves.

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  Vault containers. Your belongings stay loaded in sealed wooden vaults. No re-handling between move and storage. Reduces damage risk during transitions.
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  Climate-controlled options. Available for furniture, art, electronics, and items sensitive to temperature swings.
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  Direct redelivery. When your new home is ready, we redeliver from our warehouse with the same crew that handles your move. No third-party handoff.
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  Closing-gap storage. Common when sale closing happens before purchase closing. We hold your belongings until your new home is ready, then schedule the redelivery.
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  Long-distance staging. Useful for cross-country moves where your destination home isn’t ready. We hold the load in Wayne and schedule the haul once you’re settled.

For more on our storage options, visit our packing and storage services page.

Universal Storage Move Checklist

Whether your facility is on this list or not, every storage move benefits from the same prep. Work through these items before move day.

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  Confirm gate code and unit access. Most facilities require a personal gate code or app credentials to enter. Test the access ahead of move day so you’re not stuck at the gate with a loaded truck.
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  Reserve carts. Indoor multi-floor facilities have a limited number of flat carts and dollies. Some require reservation. Check with the front desk a day or two before.
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  Confirm access hours. Most facilities have access hours of roughly 6 AM to 10 PM. A few are 24-hour with app access. Office hours for paperwork are typically shorter. Coordinate move day with both windows.
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  Pack for storage, not transport. Stored items sit for weeks or months. Use uniform-sized boxes that stack flat. Leave breathing room for air circulation. Avoid liquids and anything that can leak.
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  Use furniture pads, not plastic wrap. Plastic wrap traps moisture in stored furniture. Pads or moving blankets allow air flow. Wrap mattresses and upholstered items in breathable mattress and sofa covers.
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  Plan the unit layout. Frequently-needed items go in front. Rarely-used items go in back. Stand mattresses on edge against a wall. Disassemble bed frames and tables to save space.
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  Take a unit inventory photo. Snap pictures of the loaded unit when you’re done. Helps memory and any future insurance claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Don’t See Your Facility?

We move customers in and out of dozens of storage facilities every month across Greater Philadelphia. If your facility isn’t listed above, we still know the area and can build a plan for your move. Send us the facility name, address, and any access details. We’ll handle the rest.

For broader moving and storage info, browse our service pages:

• → Packing and storage services
• → Combined packing, moving, and storage
• → Apartment and community moving guides
• → Chester County storage
• → All areas we serve