A move rarely goes exactly to plan. The old house has to be handed over at the end of the month, but the renovation of the new one is running late, the contracts haven’t been signed, or the builders aren’t finished. And the question is always the same: where will your furniture and belongings stay in the meantime? Moving storage in Chania with a rented container is the most flexible and affordable answer to that gap.

When a move needs interim storage

The “gap” between two homes is more common than you might think. The most typical scenarios:

  • A renovation running late: the crews need one more month, but you have to vacate the old house now.
  • A new build not yet delivered: construction or finishing works are dragging on.
  • Selling before buying: you’ve sold your home but haven’t found the next one, staying temporarily in a rental or with family.
  • Relocation or seasonal work: you’re moving to Chania for work and want your belongings nearby until you find a permanent home.

In all these cases, “hosting” your furniture in a friend’s garage or a damp basement is a recipe for damage and stress. You need a space that is secure, dry and with a clear, predictable cost.

The container as an interim solution: how it works

The process is simpler than it sounds. You rent a container in the size that suits you and choose where it will be located:

  • At your own premises: if you have a yard, plot or accessible space near the house, the container is delivered and placed there. You load at your own pace, with no time pressure, and your belongings stay available whenever you need them.
  • At our facilities: if you have no space of your own, your items are kept in a secure area near Chania, with access by arrangement.

When the new home is ready, you either move things across gradually or organise the second leg of the move in one go.

Why a container instead of a traditional storage unit?

  • You load once: with the container at your premises, everything goes straight inside — no truck, warehouse, then truck again. Fewer transfers mean less damage and lower cost.
  • Flexible duration: from a few weeks to as many months as needed, with no long-term commitment.
  • Predictable cost: a fixed monthly rate with no hidden charges.
  • Security: robust steel construction, watertight build and a lock you control.

How much space do you need?

As a rule of thumb: the contents of a studio flat fit comfortably in a 10ft container, while a two- or three-room apartment is covered by a 20ft container — the most popular size for moves. For large detached houses, 40ft containers are also available. Not sure? Describe what you have and we’ll point you to the right size.

Packing tips for interim storage

  • Label every box with the room and contents — on two sides, not the top.
  • Keep an “essentials box” out of the container: documents, chargers, basic clothes, medication.
  • Heavy items at the bottom, light and fragile items on top.
  • Add moisture absorbers and cover furniture with fabric moving blankets, not plastic.
  • Keep an inventory list of everything that went in — it will save you when looking for one specific item.

Frequently asked questions

From one month to as long as you need. The duration adapts to your own timeline and is easily extended if the handover of your home is delayed.

Yes. If the container is at your premises, you have access at any time. At our facilities, access is available by arrangement.

No — as long as items are stored dry, with moisture absorbers and proper packing, in a watertight container. See our detailed guide on protecting belongings from humidity.

The move can wait — your belongings can’t

Don’t let the delay of your new home become a headache. Call us on +30 697 192 4580 or request a quote online and secure safe interim storage for your move in Chania.