One Stop: 6 Reasons to Store With Your Moving Company

July 1, 2018

Moving often requires many more steps than simply transferring your belongings from your current house to your new home. In many situations, one of the essential steps is placing some or more of your possessions in storage for a period of time.

Whether you need storage while decluttering and downsizing or while purchasing your next home, the company you decide to store with is a major factor that plays into the overall logistics of your move. In this blog, we discuss six reasons to store with your moving company.

1. Cost-Effective

Every time you sign a contract with a company for a service, that service package comes with relevant taxes, fees and other charges. If you choose to move with one company and store with another, you could potentially end up paying to move your items to the storage facility, store everything and then finally transport your belongings to your home.

When you move and store with the same company, all of your transition-related expenses will end up costing less overall because you're only accountable for a single set of taxes and fees. Additionally, bundling these services together may make you eligible for discounts or special rates that can also save you money.

2. Convenient

You must keep track of myriad pieces of information when you move, from the names of your new utility companies to when you need to change your address with the post office. When you work with a single company for all of your packing, shipping and storage, you gather a lot of your moving information into one place.

For example, you will receive fewer communications to keep track of, be issued fewer keys and work with fewer individuals whom you may need to vet over the course of the moving process.

You may be able to consult on site with your movers when you come to your storage unit, move your items into the unit gradually with professional help and otherwise make your move more convenient as well.

3. Professional

Like most homeowners, you probably spent significant time finding a moving company that you felt you could trust to provide the services you needed with integrity and professionalism. When you choose to store with this company as well, you automatically get better help every step of the way.

This expertise can provide you with peace of mind that you're truly getting the services you need at the best possible price.

Additionally, you no longer have to worry about filling in the gaps yourself with the help of friends and family. Instead, each portion of the moving process is left in the hands of movers whom you already know you can rely on.

4. Safe

Not only does moving and storing with the same company provide you with more expert assistance, but this professional oversight can also keep your belongings safer. Because you already know who your movers are, you also know that no under-trained individuals will be shifting your belongings.

By extension, you know that your chosen storage unit is more likely to be well maintained because your moving company's reputation depends on providing both services well.

5. Secure

Homeowners in transition are often targets for thieves because all of their valuables are placed together in a single location. Unattended moving trucks and under-secured storage units can both put your items at risk.

When you work with a single company, your belongings are kept more secure during the whole process because you don't have to worry about operating the truck at any point on your own.

Additionally, moving company storage facilities are often attached to offices. This means many people will be nearby at all times, rather than just a single busy manager. In some cases, these storage units are even designed like warehouses, which makes your possessions even less vulnerable to would-be burglars.

To ensure that your belongings are secure, talk to your mover about their storage facilities before making a final decision.

6. Versatile

In addition to the primary services of physically moving your belongings and storing them, you may need other services during a move as well. When you work with two separate companies, you may not have access to as many services over the course of the process.

For example, your mover may offer insurance options that do not cover your belongings when they're stored at a third-party facility, or your mover may offer unpacking services, but only when the unpacking happens as part of your main service through them. In both cases, storing with someone else would limit your options.

If you need storage during your upcoming move, consider choosing a mover that can provide both services to reap the benefits listed above.

Redondo Van & Storage offers four separate storage facilities to make your move and storage period more streamlined and less stressful.

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How to Pack and Wrap Specialty Items: A Guide from Your Local Moving Company

September 18, 2026

Some belongings just can't be tossed in a box with a handful of newspaper and called "packed." Grand pianos, fine art, antique furniture, wine collections, aquariums, and other specialty items need a different level of care — the kind that comes from decades of hands-on experience, not a YouTube tutorial the night before your move. At Redondo Van & Storage , we've been the trusted local moving company for Redondo Beach and the South Bay since 1919. Over more than a century in business, our team has packed, wrapped, and safely transported just about everything a home or business can own. Below, we're sharing our best tips for protecting specialty items — along with a reminder that when it's time to move, our residential moving company is only a phone call away. Why Specialty Items Need Special Attention Standard moving boxes and bubble wrap are great for dishes and books, but they fall short when it comes to items that are: Fragile or delicate — glassware, china, mirrors, and artwork Oddly shaped — chandeliers, lamps, sculptures, and musical instruments Heavy and awkward — pianos, safes, pool tables, and marble tabletops Sentimental or irreplaceable — family heirlooms, antiques, and collectibles High-value — jewelry, fine art, and electronics A single scratch, dent, or crack can turn an exciting move into a heartbreaking one. That's why our team treats every specialty item like it's the only one that matters — because to you, it is. Tips for Packing Specialty Items the Right Way 1. Use the Right Materials Cardboard and old towels won't cut it for your grandmother's china cabinet. Specialty items call for specialty supplies: foam padding, corner protectors, custom crates, moving blankets, and acid-free packing paper for artwork and photographs. These materials cushion against shock and prevent scratches, moisture damage, and shifting during transport. 2. Disassemble When Possible Large or complex items — think bed frames, dining tables, or electronics with detachable cords — travel much more safely when broken down into smaller pieces. Keep hardware bagged and labeled so reassembly at your new home is quick and painless. 3. Wrap in Layers Fragile and valuable items benefit from a layered approach: a soft inner layer (packing paper or foam) to prevent surface scratches, followed by a cushioning layer (bubble wrap or blankets) to absorb shock, and finally a sturdy outer layer (a well-built box or crate) to protect against pressure and impact. 4. Label Everything Clearly "Fragile" isn't enough on its own. Note which side is up, whether an item is climate-sensitive, and which room it belongs in at your new home. Clear labeling helps movers handle each piece appropriately from the truck to your front door. 5. Consider Custom Crating for High-Value Pieces Some items — fine art, marble statues, antique mirrors, and musical instruments — deserve custom-built wooden crates designed to their exact dimensions. This is where an experienced residential moving company makes all the difference. Our team can build and fit crates specifically for your most valuable belongings before moving day even begins. 6. Don't Forget Climate and Timing Certain specialty items, like wine collections, electronics, and wood furniture, are sensitive to temperature and humidity. If your move involves a stop in storage , make sure the facility can accommodate any special climate needs before your items arrive. Leave It to the Professionals Packing specialty items is one of those tasks that looks simple until you're staring down a 500-pound safe or a chandelier with more crystal pieces than you can count. Our full-service packing team has spent generations perfecting the art of wrapping, crating, loading, and unloading items of every shape, size, and value. Whether you're a homeowner in Redondo Beach or searching for a trusted moving company Rolling Hills Estates CA families rely on, our movers Rolling Hills Estates CA and throughout the South Bay bring the same white-glove care to every job — from a single antique dresser to a full estate. Why Choose Redondo Van & Storage Over 100 years of experience serving the Redondo Beach and South Bay community Voted South Bay's Best Moving Company six years running Recognized by USA Today as one of America's Best Moving Companies Full-service packing, wrapping, crating, and storage solutions Locally owned and operated — we treat your belongings like our own As a trusted local moving company and residential moving services provider, we know that specialty items deserve specialty care. Don't risk damaging your most valuable belongings with a rushed packing job — let our experienced team handle it from start to finish. Ready to move? Call Redondo Van & Storage today at (310) 376-7919 or request a free quote online for expert packing, wrapping, and moving services in Redondo Beach, Rolling Hills Estates, and throughout the South Bay.