Shurgard Self Storage - Bow Reviews 148

TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.8

6 St Andrews way, E3 3PA Bow, GB


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been using the SHURGARD in Bow and I’ve had a great experience storing my items here. Laeak and Ryan are great staff members , always going above and beyond to help which is great. I highly recom... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional customer experience, smooth onboarding process, highly automated service (with the App), very easy to manage. The facility is very clean, the staff is very friendly. Open hours have been... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Staff was friendly and helpful, had a few questions and the receptionist on duty helped me out a lot by showing me the options available to me and something that’s within my budget. The receptionist K... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This storage facility is by far the best experience I’ve had renting a unit. The simple reason is because Zara works here. I have never met someone so competent, reliable, empathic and knowledgeable a... See more


Company details

  1. Self-Storage Facility
  2. Storage Facility
  3. Warehouse

About Shurgard Self Storage - Bow

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Shurgard is a leading self storage provider, offering secure and affordable storage solutions for both individuals and businesses. With more than 340 locations across Europe, including France, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Sweden, Germany, Belgium and Denmark, we provide convenient access to storage space tailored to your needs.

At Shurgard, we understand that everyone's storage needs are different. That's why we offer a variety of unit sizes and features to choose from. Whether you're storing furniture for a move, seasonal items, or business inventory, we have a solution for you.

Our facilities are clean, well-lit, and secure. We offer large access hours to your unit, so you can come and go as you please. We also have a variety of security features in place to protect your belongings, including CCTV cameras, gated entry, and individual unit alarms.

Shurgard is committed to providing our customers with the best possible storage experience. That's why we offer a variety of convenient features, such as online reservations, online bill pay, and a free move-in truck.

If you're looking for a secure and affordable storage solution, Shurgard is the right choice for you.

Contact us today to learn more about our storage options and to reserve a unit on our website.

For Every Move In Life

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340+ self storage stores across Europe
We operate in urban areas with the majority of our stores located in capital and major cities across Europe.
Access 7 days a week
Access your storage unit via the Shurgard App, and rest assured that only you hold the key to enter your unit.
Moving boxes and storage supplies
We offer moving boxes and storage boxes in different sizes as well as bubble wrap, tape and protection covers at all our branches.
Expert advice
Over 30 years of experience in the self-storage industry.
Online contract
Experience a fully digital move-in: book your unit and complete your payment online to head straight to your storage unit.
Our App simplify your storage experience
Open gates. Pay invoices. Manage your account. Do it all with your phone.
Free online reservation
All our storage unit prices are displayed online and the reservation on our website is entirely free. No credit card needed.

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  • 6 St Andrews way, E3 3PA, Bow, United Kingdom

3.8

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

After 6 months deliberate price hike

After 6 months of using the storage unit they raised the price from 400 to 500 per month with no explanation. While the price advertised is still lower. I contacted the storage facility just to be informed that I can move to another unit inside the same storage facility if I want lower price. They didn’t mean move to a smaller unit, just move, just inconvenience yourself enough to keep the lower price. If you don’t move we will hike up the price. I have informed how long I was planning to use storage facilities since I signed the contract and of course no-one mentioned that oh btw we will raise the price to whatever we want in 6 months and if you don’t like that just come over in 6 months and get all your stuff out and get it back in. So obviously this is absolutely disgraceful practice and misleading the customers.

November 3, 2023
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Reply from Shurgard Self Storage - Bow

Dear customer, we always try to provide our customers the best value for money and understand that a rent increase is never welcome. We invite you to your storage center to go through the different options and maybe move to a cheaper unit. Sure we will be able to find a solution together.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Increased price by 24% after 6 months

I moved my storage to Shurgard in April as they offered
a reasonable price. However, in October, exactly after 6 months they raised the price by 24%. I think it is fair to adjust the price in line with inflation but this increase is significantly above the inflation rate. The contract allows them to "periodically review the charges" so after you have been there for 6 month they can change the price at any time and by any amount. This company might make sense for a short term storage but for a small business and long term customer like myself it is not acceptable as you can't anticipate what your storage costs will be.

October 9, 2023
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Reply from Shurgard Self Storage - Bow

Hello Lana, we always try to provide our customers the best value for money and understand that a rent increase is never welcome. We invite you to your storage center to go through the different options and maybe move to a cheaper unit. Sure we will be able to find a solution together.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Khalid

Good service,friendly,helpful in answering questions and doubts,professional

September 28, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrible customs

Horrible customs, discrimination behavior, lights issues others.

August 17, 2023
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Reply from Shurgard Self Storage - Bow

Hello, thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We have passed your concerns on to the Store Manager, who will be looking into this and contact you shortly.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

You don’t get what you pay for

You don’t get what you pay for.

Signed up today. Paid for everything. Checked access codes at Gate etc. all good? No.

Drive 2.5hrs with a van load of furniture and no access.

Arrived at 2123. Paid for access until 2300.

After hours number is NOT Shurgard. It’s an imaging service that will NOT page anyone unless you’re stuck inside the facility.

Now I have to find somewhere safe to park a van full of furniture in east London and sleep the bank until someone bothers to show up in the morning

Very very very poor service.

September 8, 2023
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Reply from Shurgard Self Storage - Bow

We regret to learn that you didn't have a positive experience at Shurgard. We would like to look into this in more detail for you. In this case, we have cannot find any record of your name. Can you please share your customer ID and phone number to info@shurgard.co.uk so we can get in touch and help you.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Very rude employee

Unfortunately we were running late due to our moving driver and traffic. We called ahead to let the Bow office know which we were told it was fine they would be there. The employee on our arrival was incredibly rude. We apologised profusely but were subjected to several eye rolls, snappy remarks and chronic over the top sighing. We were told we wouldn't be allowed to do it on that day as we were late and we would need to rebook. Also that my husband couldn't move are things in as I the account holder was not present even though I had emailed and called days before to make sure it was okay. Very unpleasant and extra stress on quite a stressful day. Thankfully the other employee allowed us to move our things in to our unit. To note the other employee on shift was very polite and kind.

The storage unit was great and the process was pretty easy but the employee made the experience pretty negative.

August 25, 2023
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Reply from Shurgard Self Storage - Bow

Hello Colleen, we are sorry to hear you didn't have a positive experience at Shurgard as many customers find our staff to be helpful and professional. We will make sure to pass your feedback on to the team. We hope you're having a positive storage experience at Shurgard.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Secure location

Very easy to sign up, a ton of options to store your stuff, secure way of accessing the premises!

August 9, 2023
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DONT BELIVE RENT THERE IS SO EASY

I tried rent the unit, they took the money i send them my ID I never receive the access code. i already paid for transport and now I have a really problem. really misleading advert on their website.

August 9, 2023
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Reply from Shurgard Self Storage - Bow

We regret to learn that you didn't have a positive experience at Shurgard. We would like to look into this in more detail for you. In this case, we have cannot find any record of your name. Can you please share your customer ID and phone number to info@shurgard.co.uk so we can get in touch and help you.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Good overall locks are expensive and useless to keep. Parking needs to be managed better

I liked the locked price for the first 5 months of contract. What I did not like is that you give the option to choose and bring own padlock but then when I arrived at the storage I was forced to buy a padlock I will never get to use again and for additional £15. Also the lock itself if my unit looked fairly easy to break into if honest as I could see the shaft that locks the door and didn’t look that solid. I think you need to make that more clear at the time of the booking. I also was held inside of the parking space at Bow in London where my unit is because someone parked their huge van right in front of my which was a Zipvan rented by the hour and when I went to tell a member of your staff that someone did that they said you have to wait until they come downstairs and I think that was not on as we rent a vehicle by the hours they should check how many vehicles are coming in and tell them not to block anyone that might need to leave. Apart from these two things I am happy with your service so far.

June 4, 2023
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Reply from Shurgard Self Storage - Bow

Hello Gianluca, and thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We will make sure to pass them on to our team. If there is anything we can do, send us your customer number to info@shurgard.co.uk. Our team remains at your disposal for any additional questions you may have.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Bow branch great team

The team at the branch in Bow has been great through all the registration process and after moving in (checking whether everything had been smooth).
I would strongly recommend this team !

May 28, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service!

Excellent service! There are all conditions for a comfortable move, everything is very convenient, practical, clean, safe. Great staff!

May 20, 2023

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