Storage for renovating and decluttering in Echuca
A renovation goes faster when the rooms are empty. A house sells better when it isn’t full. And a declutter sticks when the “maybe” pile leaves the house. In all three cases you need somewhere to put things for a while.
Echuca Storage, 11 Murray Valley Highway, Echuca, has 300 drive-up units from $115 per 4 weeks. Trucks can drive in and staff accept deliveries. Gate access is 8am–8pm, 7 days. Call (03) 4410 8566.
$1 first 4 weeks for new customers, then the normal rate. 3-month minimum stay, direct debit only, ends 31 Dec 2026. Most renovations run longer than 3 months, so the offer often fits.
Renovating: clear the rooms, protect the furniture
Trades work faster and quote more confidently in an empty room. Furniture left in a renovation gets dust in the fabric, paint on the legs and knocks from ladders.
- Kitchen and bathroom renovations: clear the dining setting, appliances, crockery and pantry shelving while the room is out of action.
- Floors and painting: everything has to leave the room, often the whole house at once.
- Extensions and full renovations: store most of the house for months, and live with the basics.
- Deliveries for the job: new appliances, tiles or fittings can be delivered to us before the trades are ready. Staff accept deliveries for customers; call first.
Tip: plan the order of works with storage in mind. Pack the rooms that will be finished last at the back of the unit, and the rooms finished first at the front.
Decluttering: keep, sell, donate, store
Decluttering stalls when every decision has to be made at once. A unit gives you a fourth pile.
- Keep: what you use and love stays at home.
- Sell: list the good things online or hold a garage sale.
- Donate or dump: local op shops and the tip take the rest.
- Store: the things you are not ready to decide on, the seasonal gear, and family pieces.
Set a review date, such as six months from now. Anything you haven’t needed by then is easier to let go.
Getting a house ready to sell
Buyers walk through rooms, not furniture. Agents often recommend clearing out a third of what is in each room before photos and inspections. A unit holds the extras: the bulky couch, the kids’ toys, the spare bed and the boxes in the garage, so the house photographs larger.
Once it sells, the stored goods move straight to the new place. If there is a gap between settlement dates, see moving house storage.
Sorting a family home
When a parent moves into care or a family home needs to be cleared, decisions take time, and several family members may want a say. A unit lets you empty the house on the timetable you need, then sort and share things out without pressure.
Which size?
| Situation | Starting size | Rate (per 4 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| One room cleared for painting or flooring | 2.5m × 3.0m | $151 |
| Kitchen and dining clear-out | 3.0m × 3.0m | $175 |
| Two or three rooms, or a declutter before sale | 4.5m × 3.0m | $205 |
| Most of a three-bedroom home for a full renovation | 6.0m × 3.0m | $254 |
| A large home, or a home plus a car | 6.0m × 6.0m | $374 |
Item by item: storage size guide. All rates: sizes and prices.
Protecting furniture in storage
Units are not climate-controlled. Wrap timber and upholstery in breathable covers, not tight plastic, and keep goods off the concrete. Take mirrors and glass tops off and stand them on edge. Our packing guide covers the rest.
Terms
Billed every 4 weeks. Standard terms have no lock-in and no minimum stay, and you give 4 weeks’ notice to leave. Renovations run late; with no lock-in you can keep the unit until the trades are finished.
Everyday extra space rather than a project? See household storage. Tradie needing a base for tools? See business storage.
Ask about a unit or call (03) 4410 8566.
FAQ
Should I put my furniture in storage while renovating? Usually, yes. Empty rooms are faster and cheaper for trades to work in, and furniture stays clear of dust, paint and knocks. A drive-up unit in Echuca starts at $115 per 4 weeks.
What size storage unit do I need for a kitchen renovation? A 3.0m × 3.0m unit ($175 per 4 weeks) usually holds a dining setting, appliances, crockery and pantry items. For a whole-house renovation, look at 6.0m × 3.0m ($254).
Can tradies deliver materials to my storage unit? Staff accept deliveries for customers, and trucks can drive in. Call (03) 4410 8566 first so we know a delivery is coming.
Is there a minimum term if my renovation runs late? No, not on standard terms. You are billed every 4 weeks and give 4 weeks’ notice when you are ready to leave. The $1 offer has a 3-month minimum.
Should I store furniture before selling my house? Many sellers do. Clearing bulky furniture and clutter makes rooms look bigger in photos and at inspections. Store the extras, then move them straight to your new home.