Business Details
30 Years
experience
Secure Document Storage & Destruction Services in the South West
Established in 1996, The Storage Company has evolved from a family-run enterprise to a trusted regional provider of secure document storage and management solutions. Our expertise lies in offering tailored services that prioritise security, efficiency, and environmental responsibility. With three warehouses in Weston-super-Mare and a commitment to innovation, we deliver controlled atmospheric storage, 24-hour CCTV monitoring, and same-day document retrieval. Our team treats each client as an individual, ensuring bespoke solutions that optimise cost and time savings. Recognised by the Records Management Society and the Society of Archivists, we combine industry best practices with a dedication to sustainability, including free box replacements, recycling initiatives, and energy-efficient operations. Our track record of never losing a box and maintaining a 99.9% punctuality rate underscores our reliability.By integrating technology like scan-on-demand services, we reduce environmental impact while enhancing accessibility. This combination of experience, client-centricity, and ethical practices positions us as a leader in secure, eco-conscious storage solutions for businesses across the South West.
Services
Physical Storage
Scan on Demand
Secure Destruction
Document Recycling
Environmental Services
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We've never lost a box or failed to deliver since 1996
- Free box replacements with full recycling at end-of-life
- 24-hour CCTV-monitored warehouses with intruder/fire alarms
- Same-day document retrieval available before 9am
- Carbon-conscious operations with energy-efficient lighting and trip consolidation
Services
Physical Storage
Our warehouses provide secure, climate-controlled storage for paper and electronic media. Boxes are barcoded and stored in dedicated spaces with multi-level racking. Facilities feature BT Redcare alarms, heat/fire detection, and 24-hour CCTV monitored off-site. Same-day/next-day delivery available upon request.
Scan on Demand
Request PDF scans of stored documents for secure online viewing. Eliminates physical delivery costs and reduces environmental impact. No file quantity limits with bulk scanning options available. Accessible via unique login credentials for enhanced security and confidentiality.
Secure Destruction
Environmentally responsible destruction of documents after 7-year statutory retention. Files shredded into 1.5mm ribbons with cross-cutting. Metal/plastic components recycled separately. Certificates of destruction provided for compliance verification and audit trails.
Environmental Services
Full recycling of paper, cardboard, plastics, and metals. Energy-efficient warehouse insulation and LED lighting. Route optimisation minimises delivery miles. Digital scanning reduces physical transportation needs, supporting corporate sustainability goals.
Box Management
Durable blue banker's boxes provided at no additional cost. Replacements offered free of charge when required. Boxes designed for optimal warehouse stacking and tracking. Pricing structured per-box with transparent billing.
People
Andrew Gunningham
Managing Director
Led the business since 2004, expanding from a single warehouse to three facilities. Combines agricultural background with storage sector expertise to drive regional growth strategies and operational improvements.
Questions
What storage security measures do you implement?
We use BT Redcare alarm systems, 24-hour CCTV monitoring, heat/fire/smoke detection, and secure barcode tracking. All warehouses have restricted access protocols and intruder prevention measures.
Can I access stored documents electronically?
Yes, our Scan on Demand service creates secure PDFs accessible via encrypted web portals. No file size limitations with options for bulk scanning of frequently accessed documents.
How does document destruction work?
Written confirmation required before destruction. Files shredded into 1.5mm ribbons with cross-cutting. Recycling of all components provided. Certificates issued for compliance verification purposes.
Do you offer environmentally friendly services?
Yes, we recycle 100% of paper/cardboard, plastics, and metals. Energy-efficient lighting, warehouse insulation, and delivery route optimisation reduce our carbon footprint. Digital access minimises physical transportation needs.
What areas do you serve?
We operate from three warehouses in Weston-super-Mare, providing services to Bath, Bristol, Exeter, Cardiff, and surrounding South West regions with reliable delivery logistics.
