Loft storage items in Exeter
Professional loft storage items services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Items carried up to your loft and stored properly without you having to climb. Seasonal storage, Christmas decs, suitcases - whatever you need putting away safely and sensibly.
When You Need to Clear Space
Christmas is over. Decorations everywhere, boxes cluttering the spare room, and that artificial tree taking up half the garage.
It all needs to go back in the loft. But you're dreading it - the awkward ladder, carrying stuff up one-handed, hunching over in the dark trying to find space.
💡 Pro tip: The average person accesses their loft 3-4 times a year (Christmas up, Christmas down, suitcases, seasonal clothes). That's 3-4 opportunities for a ladder accident. Not worth the risk when someone else can do it safely.
Why Professional Loft Storage Makes Sense
| ❌ Doing It Yourself | ✅ Professional Help |
|---|---|
| Multiple trips up awkward ladder | I'll do all the climbing |
| Carrying items one-handed (dangerous) | Proper technique, safe handling |
| Shoved anywhere that fits | Stored sensibly where you can find it |
| Heavy boxes strain your back | Proper lifting, no risk to you |
What You Get
📦 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Check what needs storing, plan the best approach |
| Carry Up | Items safely taken up the loft ladder |
| Position | Stored on joists/boards properly (not damaging ceiling) |
| Organise (optional) | Group similar items, label boxes, make space |
✅ You're Left With
- Items safely stored away
- Loft organised (not just dumped randomly)
- No climbing or heavy lifting required
- Space cleared in your home
Pricing
| Time Taken | You'll Pay |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hr | £60 |
| 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| 2 hrs | £110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Common jobs:
- 5-10 boxes (Christmas decs): 1 hr - £60
- 15-20 boxes + organisation: 1.5 hrs - £85
- Full seasonal clear-out: 2 hrs - £110
Perfect For
✅ Post-Christmas storage - get decorations away properly
✅ Seasonal swaps - winter clothes up, summer clothes down
✅ Suitcases after holiday - store them away till next time
✅ Baby equipment - keeping for next child or grandchildren
✅ Space clearing - declutter spare room into proper storage
Why Choose Us for Loft storage items in Exeter?
Items carried up safely without you climbing
Stored properly on boards (won't damage ceiling)
Heavy/bulky items handled with proper technique
We can label boxes while we're at it
What to Expect
Step 1: Gather Items
You show me what needs storing. I'll check it's all suitable for loft conditions (nothing that'll be damaged by temperature changes or damp).
Step 2: Safe Access
I'll open the loft hatch, extend the ladder, and start carrying items up one by one using proper technique.
Step 3: Store Properly
Items placed on joists or boards (never between joists where they could damage the ceiling). Heavier items near the hatch, lighter items can go further back.
Step 4: Organise (Optional)
If you want, I can group similar items together, label boxes clearly, or rearrange existing loft contents to make better use of space.
🔧 DIY Tips
If you're going to store items in the loft yourself, do it properly:
🔧 Safe loft storage basics
- Only on joists/boards: Never place items between joists (damages ceiling, could fall through)
- Heavy items near hatch: Don't store heavy stuff at the far end (harder to retrieve later)
- Leave walkway: Keep a clear path from hatch so you can access items later
- Nothing too heavy: Ceilings aren't designed for tonnes of weight
- Temperature-sensitive items: Don't store electronics, photos, or vinyl in lofts (temperature extremes damage them)
📦 Packing for loft storage
- Use plastic boxes (cardboard deteriorates, pests love it)
- Label clearly on multiple sides (you'll thank yourself later)
- List contents on outside of box (don't guess what's inside)
- Group similar items (all Christmas decs together, all camping gear together)
- Vacuum bags for clothes/bedding (saves space, protects from damp)
🪜 Carrying items up safely
- Make multiple trips (don't overload yourself)
- Pass items up to someone in the loft (much safer than climbing one-handed)
- Use a rope/pulley for very heavy items
- Climb facing the ladder, both hands free
- Don't rush - ladder accidents happen when you're tired
⚠️ Things that SHOULDN'T go in the loft
- Photos/negatives (temperature changes fade them)
- Electronics (heat damages circuits)
- Vinyl records (they warp)
- Anything you can't afford to lose (lofts can leak)
- Flammable liquids/aerosols
💡 Pro trick: Take a photo on your phone of what's in each box before you seal it. Save in a folder called "Loft Storage". Makes finding things later infinitely easier than reading labels in a dark loft.
Better long-term solution:
- Board the loft properly (can walk around, use full space)
- Install loft lighting (makes everything easier)
- Fitted shelving along one side (better than stacks of boxes)
- Loft ladder upgrade (modern ones are easier to use)
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
📦 Seasonal swap service? Many customers use this twice a year - January to store Christmas stuff, November to bring it back down. Or summer/winter clothes swaps. Regular service is more cost-effective than paying for external storage units.
Loft not boarded? If you're planning to store a lot up there, boarding it properly is worth considering. I can quote for that - makes the loft actually usable rather than a dangerous balancing act on joists. Usually £500-800 depending on loft size.
Need the items back down later? Just book the "Loft Access Items" service when you need them - I'll bring them back down safely. Some customers book both services at once (store in January, retrieve in November booked in advance).
Exeter's older houses often have unboarded lofts with just joists and insulation. Victorian and Edwardian properties weren't designed for modern storage needs. If yours is particularly tricky, I'm used to working in them - no loft too awkward.
Too much for the loft? If you're trying to store a house worth of stuff up there, the loft might not be the answer. I'll tell you honestly if you're overloading it or if you'd be better off with a storage unit/selling stuff you don't use. No point damaging your ceiling to store things you'll never retrieve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of items can you store in the loft?
Anything suitable for loft storage - Christmas decorations, suitcases, seasonal clothes, camping gear, baby equipment you're keeping for later. I won't store anything that'll get damaged by temperature changes (electronics, photos, anything valuable that needs climate control).
Will you store items on the ceiling or properly on joists?
Always on joists or boards - never between them where it could damage your ceiling or fall through. If your loft isn't boarded, I'll place items carefully on the joists only. Might be worth getting it boarded if you're storing a lot.
Can you help organise the loft while you're up there?
Yes - I can rearrange existing items, group similar things together, or make space for new storage. Usually adds 30 mins to the job but makes future access much easier.
What if the items are really heavy?
That's why you called me! Boxes of books, furniture you're keeping, big suitcases - I'll get them up safely. Very heavy/bulky items might need a second person, which I'll bring if needed.
How long does it take?
Depends on how many items and where you want them positioned. A few boxes: 30 mins. Full Christmas storage clear-out: up to 90 mins. I'll give you a better estimate when I see what you've got.
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