A different way to store

Self-storage or full-service storage: which suits your move?

If you searched for a storage unit, mini storage or self storage, it helps to know that the two models ask very different things of you.

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Compare your storage options on the Gold Coast.

Not just a place to store it. A team to handle the whole move.

Self-storage, outdoor container storage and Ashton’s full-service storage compared across ten features.
Compare your options Compare your storage options on the Gold Coast. Not just a place to store it. A team to handle the whole move.	01 / Rent a unit Self-storage Rent the space. Arrange the move and handling.	02 / Rent a container Container storage Rent the container. Arrange the move and handling.	03 / We handle it all Storage Ashton’s Storage We come to you. We store it. We bring it back.
Inspection & inventory	You assess your items or ask for sizing advice	You assess your items or ask for sizing advice	We visit you and prepare an inventory
Choosing storage space	You choose a unit size	Fixed container sizes; you pay for the whole space	We calculate the storage space you need
Pickup & moving cost	You arrange and pay for your own pickup	You arrange and pay for your own pickup	Fixed pickup price after our on-site inspection
Storage pricing	Monthly rental for your chosen unit	Monthly rental for your chosen container	Fixed weekly or monthly rate for your quoted storage
Lifting & transport	Self-managed or a separately hired removalist	Self-managed or a separately hired removalist	Our team collects, loads and transports
Furniture protection	None unless provided by your removalist	None unless provided by your removalist	Blankets, mattress bags and suitable soft plastics
Packing & unpacking	N/A unless provided by your removalist	N/A unless provided by your removalist	Optional full packing and unpacking service
Where it’s stored	A self-managed storage unit	A shipping container outdoors	Indoor module storage, handled by our team
When you’re ready	You arrange the move out and removal of your belongings	You arrange the move out and removal of your belongings	A new fixed quote: back home, a new address or interstate
Who coordinates it	Fully coordinated by you	Fully coordinated by you	One coordinated plan, from inspection to your next move

03 / We handle it all

Storage

Ashton’s Storage

We come to you. We store it. We bring it back.

Inspection & inventory: We visit you and prepare an inventory
Choosing storage space: We calculate the storage space you need
Pickup & moving cost: Fixed pickup price after our on-site inspection
Storage pricing: Fixed weekly or monthly rate for your quoted storage
Lifting & transport: Our team collects, loads and transports
Furniture protection: Blankets, mattress bags and suitable soft plastics
Packing & unpacking: Optional full packing and unpacking service
Where it’s stored: Indoor module storage, handled by our team
When you’re ready: A new fixed quote: back home, a new address or interstate
Who coordinates it: One coordinated plan, from inspection to your next move

01 / Rent a unit Self-storage Rent the space. Arrange the move and handling.View the comparison

Inspection & inventory: You assess your items or ask for sizing advice
Choosing storage space: You choose a unit size
Pickup & moving cost: You arrange and pay for your own pickup
Storage pricing: Monthly rental for your chosen unit
Lifting & transport: Self-managed or a separately hired removalist
Furniture protection: None unless provided by your removalist
Packing & unpacking: N/A unless provided by your removalist
Where it’s stored: A self-managed storage unit
When you’re ready: You arrange the move out and removal of your belongings
Who coordinates it: Fully coordinated by you

02 / Rent a container Container storage Rent the container. Arrange the move and handling.View the comparison

Inspection & inventory: You assess your items or ask for sizing advice
Choosing storage space: Fixed container sizes; you pay for the whole space
Pickup & moving cost: You arrange and pay for your own pickup
Storage pricing: Monthly rental for your chosen container
Lifting & transport: Self-managed or a separately hired removalist
Furniture protection: None unless provided by your removalist
Packing & unpacking: N/A unless provided by your removalist
Where it’s stored: A shipping container outdoors
When you’re ready: You arrange the move out and removal of your belongings
Who coordinates it: Fully coordinated by you

No guessing the space. No guessing the pickup cost.

We inspect, inventory and quote the real job — before you book.

Book an on-site storage quote

Comparison of standard self-managed storage-unit and outdoor shipping-container rentals. Rental terms and inclusions should be checked with your chosen operator. Ashton’s fixed pickup price and storage rate are confirmed after the on-site inspection and inventory. Packing and unpacking are optional. Your final move is quoted separately; interstate moves are coordinated through our Safe & Clever network partnership.

What Ashton’s does — and does not provide

Ashton’s is a full-service storage provider. We come to your home or business, protect and load the furniture, store it indoors and plan the return when your next space is ready.

We do not rent self-access storage units, mini-storage spaces, storage sheds or drive-up units. You do not have to choose a unit size, hire a truck or unload your furniture at a facility yourself.

Collection from your door
Protective handling and loading
Indoor modular storage
Planned redelivery

When full-service storage is a good fit

Full-service storage is useful when a settlement gap, renovation, downsizing move or busy schedule makes a self-managed storage run more work than it is worth. The collection, handling and return sit inside one clear plan.

It is also a practical option when furniture is large, access is complicated or you want the storage plan built around an on-site inspection and inventory rather than a unit-size estimate.

Settlement gaps and staged moves
Renovations and home preparation
Downsizing and long-term furniture storage
Collection and redelivery coordinated by one team

When self-storage may suit you better

A self-access unit may suit you if you need frequent personal access to the goods, want to transport and unload everything yourself, or are specifically looking for a small rental space or shed.

If what you need is a hands-off collection, indoor storage and a planned return, Ashton’s can build the full-service storage quote around your actual furniture and timing.

We come to you

Collection planned around your home and timing.

We wrap & load

Blankets, mattress bags and careful handling.

We store indoors

Your module is kept together in secure storage.

We bring it back

Redelivery when your next step is ready.

Questions, answered

Storage questions people ask

Every storage job is different. These answers cover the practical things customers usually want to know before they book.

Do you rent self-storage units?+

No. Ashton’s does not rent self-access storage units. We provide a full-service plan that includes collection, protective handling, indoor storage and redelivery.

Do you offer mini storage or storage sheds?+

No. We do not offer mini-storage rentals or storage sheds. We assess the inventory, then quote the full-service storage arrangement required for the job.

Do I need to choose a storage unit size?+

No. We inspect the job and prepare an inventory so the storage requirement is based on what you actually need to store.

Request a tailored plan

Tell us about your move.

We will use these details to work out the best collection, storage and return plan.

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Self-storage or full-service storage: which suits your move?

Compare your storage options on the Gold Coast.

Compare your storage options on the Gold Coast.

Self-storage

Container storage

Ashton’s Storage

Ashton’s Storage

No guessing the space. No guessing the pickup cost.

What Ashton’s does — and does not provide

When full-service storage is a good fit

When self-storage may suit you better

We come to you

We wrap & load

We store indoors

We bring it back

Storage questions people ask

Related storage services

Tell us about your move.