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Family-run document storage in Preston, Lancashire, serving clients UK-wide info@documentstoragepreston.co.uk

Based in Preston · Serving the UK

Secure Document Storage Across the UK, with Access When You Need It

Secure physical document storage and retrieval for organisations nationwide. We barcode every box so our team can locate it quickly when you need it.

Discuss Your Requirements Call 01772 882710

A Practical Archive Service

Secure Storage for Records, with Retrieval When You Need It

We provide secure physical document storage and retrieval for law firms and organisations nationwide. We also arrange confidential shredding for records your organisation has approved for destruction, with a certificate provided once complete. We barcode every box ourselves, so our team can locate it quickly when you request it.

Paper records can take over filing rooms, cupboards and valuable office space. Off-site storage gives those records a secure place while leaving your team room to work. When a file or box is needed again, contact us and we will arrange its retrieval.

We support organisations of all sizes with new archive collections, established box stores and larger transfers. Start with a rough box count if that is all you have; we can help work out what else is needed before collection.

Rows of archive boxes arranged on storage shelving

What We Can Store

Paper Records for Organisations Across Many Sectors

  • Legal practices: client papers, conveyancing and property records
  • Insolvency practitioners: case files and supporting records from insolvency appointments
  • Healthcare and pharmacies: patient, service and prescription paperwork
  • Accountancy and finance: client, accounts and payroll records
  • Construction and property: project files, plans and contracts, subject to discussing size and handling
  • Employers, schools and other organisations: personnel, student and operational files

A Storage Arrangement Shaped Around Your Records

Before collection, we will discuss how many boxes you have, where they are and how often you may need them. We put our own barcode on every box. Tell us which box you need and our team can locate it quickly.

If you need a list of the files inside each box, we can discuss the details and cost with you first. For a large transfer, collections can be planned in stages to fit your move or clear-out schedule.

Archive Boxes and Re-Boxing

We can supply archive boxes and discuss re-boxing if existing containers are damaged or unsuitable. Our double-wall archive boxes have attached lids to help protect files during handling and storage.

Stor-it labelled archive storage boxes
Stor-it team member handling stored archive boxes

File and Box Retrievals

Requesting a File or Box

To request a file or box, email us with the details you have, such as a file name or the label on the box. We use our own barcode on every box to locate it, then confirm the delivery or collection arrangement. Same-day retrieval may be available for requests received before 1pm, depending on your location and the route. Email us to confirm the available delivery option.

Routine collections and retrievals are included in our standard service. If you need an unusual delivery, urgent out-of-area trip or a larger project, we will discuss any additional cost before arranging it.

Retention decisions stay with your organisation. We can store, return or destroy records on your instruction, but your organisation decides how long each record must be kept and authorises destruction.

When Records Are Ready to Leave Storage

You can request a box or file back, arrange collection, or ask us about confidential shredding when the records have been approved for destruction.

Storage at a Glance

What to Expect from Us

01

We Plan Your Collection

Tell us how many boxes you have and where they are, and we will arrange the collection with you.

02

We Collect and Record

We arrange the move and barcode every box ourselves, so our team can locate the right one when you request it.

03

You Request Records

Email us when a file or box is needed; we will confirm the available delivery option.

Storage FAQs

Questions About Storing Records

We put our own barcode on every box and track its location in our system. This helps us locate the right box quickly when you request a file or box.

There is no fixed limit on the number of boxes we can manage. Tell us roughly how many you have and where they are, and we will plan the collection and storage with you.

Yes. We can contact your current provider, coordinate the handover and arrange the initial transfer into our facility free of charge. We will agree a collection plan with you before moving the records.

We barcode each box ourselves so our team can locate it. If you need a list of the individual files inside each box, tell us what information you need and we will confirm what we can provide and any cost.

Timing depends on the request time, location and delivery schedule. Same-day options may be available for eligible requests received before 1pm, depending on your location and the route. Email us to check.

We can discuss staged or multi-site collections. Share the addresses, approximate volume at each site and any access restrictions when requesting a quote.

Talk Through Your Storage Requirements

Tell us your approximate volume, collection postcode and timing, and we'll explain the options and costs before you book.

Email for a Quote Call 01772 882710