Moving to Safeguard Self Storage in Philadelphia PA

Safeguard Self Storage operates eight modern facilities across the Philadelphia region, serving Chester County, Montgomery County, Delaware County, and Philadelphia. These climate-controlled locations feature computer security access, motion-sensor surveillance, and drive-in loading areas. LiteMovers specializes in professional storage moves from suburban communities to any Safeguard facility.

About Safeguard Self Storage Philadelphia Network

Safeguard Self Storage maintains eight locations throughout greater Philadelphia—seven within Philadelphia County and one anchor facility in Delaware County’s Lansdowne. Each offers climate-controlled storage options, digital security systems, and indoor loading areas that protect belongings during moves. The network provides month-to-month leases without long-term commitments.

All Safeguard facilities share core operational standards. Access hours run from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily across all locations. Office hours extend Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturdays from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Each location provides complimentary moving carts and dollies. Current promotional offers include up to 75% off the first two months’ rent at participating facilities.

The facilities range from multi-story urban buildings with oversized freight elevators to suburban locations offering drive-up access. Lansdowne serves as the network’s primary vehicle storage hub, providing enclosed garage units and outdoor parking for cars, boats, and RVs. Other Philadelphia locations direct customers needing vehicle storage to the Lansdowne facility.

Safeguard Storage Locations & Specifications

Germantown Location

Address: 6224 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144

This multi-story facility features extra-large freight elevators designed specifically for furniture moves. Climate-controlled and non-climate units accommodate everything from small lockers to 10×30 spaces. The drive-in loading area protects belongings during inclement weather. Street parking along historic Germantown Avenue requires coordination—LiteMovers crews arrive early to secure loading zones near the entrance. The location does not offer vehicle storage; customers needing car storage are directed to Lansdowne.

Oak Lane Location

Address: 1499 66th Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19126
Phone: (215) 352-4743

Oak Lane specializes in predominantly climate-controlled units within a multi-story building served by extra-large elevators. The neighborhood offers wider streets than typical Philadelphia rowhouse areas, making truck positioning straightforward. First-floor access units provide ground-level loading convenience. This location excels for climate-sensitive items requiring temperature and humidity control year-round.

Juniata Location

Address: 830 East Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Phone: (215) 825-8536

The Juniata facility ranks among the most truck-friendly locations in the network. A loading dock accommodates 20-foot moving trucks directly. Individual unit alarms supplement the standard camera surveillance system. Both climate-controlled and non-climate options serve varied storage needs. Business customers can add 24-hour access for an additional $25 monthly fee. The facility’s position near commercial corridors provides ample staging room for large moves.

Frankford Location

Address: 3300 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134

Frankford stands out for vehicle storage capabilities—enclosed units for cars, motorcycles, and small boats plus uncovered outdoor spaces. Access hours restrict to 8:30 AM through 7:00 PM on weekdays compared to other locations’ extended schedules. Climate-controlled interior units and non-climate drive-up units offer storage flexibility. The Frankford Avenue location provides straightforward truck routing from Roosevelt Boulevard and I-95 corridors.

Tacony Location

Address: 6371 Keystone Street, Philadelphia, PA 19135
Phone: (215) 333-8320

Tacony offers superior highway access via nearby I-95 and the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge to New Jersey. The industrial heritage of this Delaware River neighborhood means wider streets and commercial loading zones that accommodate large moving trucks easily. Features include the Safeguard Access Plus mobile app for Bluetooth entry, contactless move-in options, and extra-large elevators. The office closes Sundays, though unit access remains available during standard hours.

Fox Chase Location

Address: 1333 Rhawn Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Phone: (215) 825-8524

Fox Chase provides the most suburban-feeling location within Philadelphia County. The facility serves Rhawnhurst and Burholme areas with indoor climate-controlled units and outdoor parking spaces for vehicles, boats, and RVs. Many customers reach this location via the SEPTA Fox Chase Line commuter rail. The neighborhood’s detached homes with driveways mean LiteMovers can often load directly from customer properties without street parking challenges.

Lansdowne Location

Address: 41 South Union Avenue, Lansdowne, PA 19050

The anchor facility for Delaware County and the network’s primary vehicle storage destination. Lansdowne offers garage-type vehicle units with 6.5-foot door heights accommodating most cars and motorcycles, enclosed and outdoor RV/boat parking, plus standard climate-controlled storage. Drive-up units make unloading straightforward for customers. The Baltimore Pike location experiences weekend congestion—weekday moves run smoother. Bluetooth mobile app access provides keyless entry convenience.

Temple Location

Address: 1221 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Phone: (215) 825-8572

Located near Temple University in North Philadelphia, this facility serves students and local businesses. Office hours extend to 7:00 PM on weekdays to accommodate after-work visits. Unit access hours match office hours—more limited than other Safeguard locations. Features include a building intercom system and rolling stairwell access for some units. The smallest starting unit size of 4×4 fits dorm room essentials and small apartment downsizing perfectly.

Climate-Controlled Storage Features

Temperature Control: Climate-controlled units maintain temperatures between 55°F and 85°F year-round. This protects wooden furniture from warping, prevents electronics from moisture damage, and keeps upholstered items free from mold during Philadelphia’s humid summers.

Indoor Access: All climate-controlled units feature interior hallway access. This means your belongings never face outdoor weather exposure during loading or retrieval. Extra-large elevators at Germantown, Oak Lane, Juniata, Tacony, and Fox Chase accommodate furniture pieces including sofas, mattresses, and dining sets.

Items Requiring Climate Control: Wooden furniture, leather goods, electronics, musical instruments, artwork, photographs, important documents, mattresses, and upholstered furniture all benefit from climate-controlled storage. Philadelphia experiences temperature swings from below freezing in winter to over 90°F in summer with high humidity—conditions that damage unprotected stored items.

Security Features: Computer-controlled access systems log every entry. Motion-sensor cameras monitor hallways and unit doors continuously. Individual unit alarms at the Juniata location provide additional protection. Bluetooth mobile app access at Tacony and Lansdowne allows keyless entry while maintaining security logs.

Geographic Access from Suburban Counties

Chester County Routes to Safeguard

Chester County residents traveling from West Chester, Downingtown, Coatesville, Malvern, or Phoenixville have two primary destination options. Southern Chester County customers find Lansdowne most accessible via US-202 South to I-476 South, exiting at Baltimore Pike. This route avoids I-76 Schuylkill Expressway congestion. Drive times run 25-30 minutes off-peak from West Chester.

Northern Chester County residents typically choose Germantown. Travel US-202 North to I-76 East, then US-1 North (Roosevelt Expressway) to Germantown Avenue. Expect 35-40 minutes off-peak, though the Conshohocken Curve bottleneck can extend rush-hour trips past 70 minutes. LiteMovers schedules Chester County storage moves between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM weekdays to avoid peak traffic.

Montgomery County Routes to Safeguard

Montgomery County offers the shortest routes to Safeguard facilities. Residents of King of Prussia, Norristown, Ardmore, Bryn Mawr, Wayne, and Conshohocken all find Germantown optimal. From Norristown, Germantown Pike runs directly to Germantown Avenue—a 10-mile, 18-25 minute drive that works exceptionally well for moving trucks.

From King of Prussia, I-76 East connects to US-1 North (Roosevelt Expressway), delivering trucks to Germantown Avenue in 20-25 minutes off-peak. The I-76/I-476 interchange backs up heavily between 4:00-6:00 PM. From the Main Line, US-30 East (Lancaster Avenue) feeds into I-76, or City Avenue (US-1) avoids highway traffic entirely with comparable 18-22 minute travel times.

Delaware County Routes to Safeguard

Delaware County residents enjoy the shortest trips to Safeguard storage. The Lansdowne facility sits centrally within Delaware County, making it the obvious choice for Media, Springfield, Havertown, Broomall, Upper Darby, and Drexel Hill customers. From Upper Darby, Baltimore Avenue reaches Lansdowne in 5-10 minutes. From Media, Baltimore Pike East delivers you to South Union Avenue in 10-15 minutes. Springfield and Havertown routes via Baltimore Pike or PA-420 keep travel times under 15 minutes off-peak.

Moving to Safeguard: Professional Storage Services

Pre-Move Planning (2-3 Weeks Before)

Contact LiteMovers at (610) 755-5535 for a free storage moving estimate. We discuss your inventory, recommend appropriate unit sizes, and identify which Safeguard location best fits your needs. A 10×10 unit (100 square feet) typically holds a 1-2 bedroom apartment’s contents. Most Philadelphia rowhouse moves require 10×15 to 10×20 units. Suburban homes with basements and garages often need 10×20 or larger spaces.

Reserve your Safeguard unit directly through their website or by contacting the facility. Current promotions offer up to 75% off the first two months’ rent at participating locations. Month-to-month leases provide flexibility without long-term commitments. You’ll complete the rental agreement directly with Safeguard—LiteMovers handles all physical moving logistics.

One Week Before Move-In

Confirm your unit number, facility access procedures, and any special requirements. Verify whether your location uses key access, digital keypads, or Bluetooth mobile app entry. Schedule your moving date with LiteMovers during optimal traffic windows—mid-morning to mid-afternoon weekdays work best for Chester County customers traveling to Philadelphia.

Begin packing items destined for storage. We provide professional packing services if needed. Items stored long-term require different protection than items moving between homes. We wrap wooden furniture in moving blankets (never plastic, which traps moisture). Upholstered pieces get breathable covers. Mattresses go into specialized storage bags. We disassemble beds, tables, and sectional sofas, keeping all hardware in labeled bags taped to corresponding furniture.

Move-In Day

Our crew arrives with proper equipment including furniture dollies, hand trucks, and protective padding. We load your home or apartment efficiently, securing items for transport. At the Safeguard facility, we handle check-in procedures, coordinate elevator access at multi-story locations, and position our truck in loading areas. For Juniata’s loading dock and Fox Chase’s drive-up units, we schedule arrival times ensuring dock availability.

We load largest items first against back walls, stack uniformly-sized boxes in brick patterns for stability, and create a center aisle so you can access items later without unpacking everything. Heavy boxes go on bottom, fragile items on top. We fill hollow furniture with smaller items to maximize space. Climate-controlled unit moves receive extra attention—electronics, wooden antiques, leather furniture, artwork, and photographs always go into temperature-controlled spaces.

Specialized Storage Moving Services

Strategic Unit Loading: We load storage units for maximum efficiency and future accessibility. Creating aisles allows you to reach frequently-needed items without unpacking everything. Uniform box stacking in brick patterns prevents toppling. Labeling all boxes with contents and room names makes retrieval straightforward.

Furniture Disassembly & Protection: Beds, dining tables, and sectional sofas get disassembled for efficient space use. All hardware goes into labeled bags taped to corresponding furniture pieces. Wooden furniture receives protective wrapping that prevents scratches without trapping moisture. Upholstered items get breathable covers maintaining fabric integrity during storage.

Climate-Controlled Item Handling: Electronics, musical instruments, artwork, photographs, and documents always go into climate-controlled units. We position moisture-sensitive items away from exterior walls. Wooden antiques and leather furniture receive specialized wrapping preventing temperature damage. Mattresses get storage bags preventing dust accumulation while allowing air circulation.

Multiple-Trip Coordination: Home staging moves often require retrieving items as rooms sell or projects complete. We coordinate multiple trips to Safeguard facilities, maintaining organized unit layouts making retrieval efficient. Renovation storage may involve moving items out in phases as contractors complete rooms, then returning belongings once work finishes.

Facility-Specific Expertise: We know which Safeguard locations have loading docks (Juniata), which offer drive-up access (Fox Chase, Lansdowne), and which require elevator coordination (Germantown, Oak Lane, Tacony). Our crews arrive prepared with equipment matching each facility’s unique layout and access procedures.

Storage Solutions for Life Transitions

Home Staging for Sale: Staged homes sell 73% faster on average. Removing 30% of belongings makes rooms appear larger and helps buyers envision themselves in the space. LiteMovers relocates excess furniture, personal collections, and seasonal items to Safeguard while you complete the sale process. Month-to-month leases mean you only pay for storage until your home sells.

Renovation Projects: Kitchen remodels, bathroom expansions, and whole-house renovations require protecting furniture from dust and debris. We move vulnerable items to climate-controlled storage and return them once contractors finish. Multiple-trip coordination accommodates phased projects where rooms become accessible at different times.

Between-Closing Gaps: When your sale closes before your purchase finalizes, belongings need temporary housing. Storage provides the bridge without imposing on family or renting additional space. We handle the move-in to Safeguard and schedule move-out when your new home is ready, often within the same month.

Downsizing Transitions: Empty nesters moving from four-bedroom colonials to two-bedroom condos face difficult decisions about heirloom furniture and accumulated possessions. Storage provides breathing room to sort through belongings thoughtfully rather than making permanent choices under time pressure. We work with families helping decide what moves immediately, what stores temporarily, and what requires donation or disposal.

Senior Relocations: Families helping parents transition to assisted living often need to empty homes quickly while preserving furniture for estate distribution later. We coordinate with senior move managers and families executing compassionate, organized transfers to storage. Climate-controlled units protect valuable antiques and heirlooms during the transition period.

Frequently Asked Questions About Safeguard Storage Moves

Why Choose LiteMovers for Safeguard Storage Moves

Suburban Storage Expertise: Most Philadelphia moving companies focus on city-to-city relocations. LiteMovers built our reputation serving Chester County, Montgomery County, and Delaware County—communities where residents often need to move belongings into Philadelphia rather than within it. We understand the specific challenges suburban customers face navigating I-76 traffic and coordinating with urban storage facilities.

Safeguard Facility Specialists: We’ve conducted hundreds of moves to Safeguard Self Storage locations. Our crews know which facilities have loading docks, which offer drive-up access, and which require elevator coordination. We arrive prepared with equipment matching each location’s unique layout. We maintain working relationships with facility managers ensuring smooth check-ins and efficient access.

Licensed & Insured Professional Movers: LiteMovers operates as a fully licensed moving company under USDOT #2173383 and PUC #013337. We carry comprehensive insurance protecting your belongings during transport and storage loading. Our professional crews receive training in furniture handling, loading techniques, and customer service standards. We treat your grandmother’s antique dresser with the same care we’d give our own family heirlooms.

Strategic Storage Loading: We don’t just pile boxes randomly. Our crews load storage units creating aisles for future access, stacking uniformly-sized boxes in stable brick patterns, and positioning frequently-needed items near unit doors. This strategic approach means you can retrieve specific items later without unpacking everything. We label all boxes clearly and photograph unit layouts for your reference.

Transparent Pricing & Free Estimates: We provide detailed written estimates before every move. No hidden fees, no surprise charges. You’ll know exactly what your Safeguard storage move costs before we begin. Call (610) 755-5535 for a free consultation. We discuss your inventory, recommend appropriate unit sizes, and provide accurate pricing based on your specific needs.

Learn More About Safeguard Self Storage

For detailed unit availability, current promotional pricing, and facility-specific features, visit the official Safeguard Self Storage Philadelphia page. Their website provides virtual tours, unit size calculators, and direct contact with facility managers.

You can also explore the Safeguard Lansdowne facility page for Delaware County vehicle storage options, and learn more about LiteMovers storage services including packing, multiple-trip coordination, and furniture protection.

For general moving information and storage tips, visit the LiteMovers Moving Tips resource center.