Safestore Self Storage Barking and Dagenham
Ripple Rd, Barking IG11 0TT, United Kingdom
4.7
311 reviews
8 comments
G4JG+CG Barking, United Kingdom
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Monday: 8–18
Tuesday: 8–18
Wedneasday: 8–18
Thursday: 8–20
Friday: 8–18
Saturday: 8–18
Sunday: 10–16
Tuesday: 8–18
Wedneasday: 8–18
Thursday: 8–20
Friday: 8–18
Saturday: 8–18
Sunday: 10–16
Great services by this company.
All staff very friendly, helpful and good natured.
Thanks!
Leena was empathetic regarding my delayed and somewhat difficult movers - including actually changing my reservation to not only save me an increase to the movers' fee, but to gain me a discount on SafeStore's fees - despite the fact that their being late prevented her from finishing work on time.
Most profoundly, though, Leena offered bold and practical support, and kept me comparatively calm was during what became a somewhat nightmareish move. Having expected to receive the movers that morning, my partner had had to leave for work: it was therefore just me and the movers (both male and significantly larger than me), getting my stuff from the van to the storage unit. I am a small and physically Disabled woman. I had already paid a substantial fee and agreed to an overtime rate - when the movers suddenly decided upon a significant increase in their fee. When I refused, the lead mover shouted that, if I didn't immediately provide the money in cash, he would drive (literally all of) my possessions back to my old address. He knew I no longer had tenancy or any rights there, but stated he would leave my belongings outside the property.
Back came dear Leena, who had obviously remained vigilant throughout the movers' misconduct. Her refusal to open the gates meant the driver couldn't just take off!
She was so kind to me throughout this drama, despite the fact that it was snowing and she should have finished work at least an hour before this point. Her actions meant that I had time to speak with the police and with the movers' manager, and was ultimately able to stow my stuff safely. As I write this, I honestly wonder whether I would still have my furniture, beloved childhood toy, the notes with which I hope to finish my dissertation - had it not been for her assistance. I am so grateful.
SafeStore's facilities otherwise grand. Helpfully on one level and both units and corridors etc are spacious. I'll certainly return, should I need to use a storage unit again.
Leena's boss, if you read this, please consider promoting her. She seems casually brilliant at her job and is clearly a delightful person.
Leena, let me know if you ever want a gushing reference from someone who's only met you twice. It was a real pleasure!
Thanks again and again, and I wish you a happy 2023!