From chaos to overview: how a young family quickly found storage after a fire

Last night, a young family’s life changed in a matter of minutes. A fire on the upstairs floor of their home destroyed the bedrooms and children’s rooms. Fortunately, no one was injured, but the damage is extensive. As smoke and water spread through the rest of the house, they managed to rescue personal, irreplaceable items from the ground floor: photo albums, heirlooms, toys, documents and important pieces of clothing.

In the panic of the moment, the question arises: where should we store these items? The house is temporarily uninhabitable and their family has no spare space.

Arranged within 12 hours: storage space and transport via Eurobox

Less than 12 hours after the fire, they were at Eurobox Self Storage. Thanks to our swift service, they could immediately rent a safe and dry storage unit without lengthy procedures or waiting times. We provided a custom storage box and assisted with transport right away: with our free trailer, they were able to move their belongings safely that very morning.

Our site manager was ready to help. With the verhuismaterialen such as boxes and packing materials that we sell, everything could be stored in an organised manner. We also reassured them that all storage costs could be claimed on their home contents insurance – including rent, transport and materials.

Why storage is essential after a fire

After a house fire, you don’t want to lose even more. Renting temporary storage is often the first logical step. Not only does it protect personal belongings, but it also offers peace of mind. You know your items are veilig: in an excellent environment, under 24/7 video surveillance, with a personal alarm system for each storage unit.

At Eurobox Self Storage, safety is the top priority. Only the tenant has access to the unit, and there are no hidden fees or price increases after a few months – something that unfortunately happens with many other providers. Furthermore, insurance is included as standard, something other providers often charge extra for.

Practical tips for damage to your home

Have you recently experienced damage to your home from fire, leaks or storms? Here’s what you can do:

1. Bring personal items to safety. Think of documents, clothing, electronics, heirlooms, toys or mementos.
2. Call your home contents insurer. Insurers almost always cover the costs of temporary storage and transportation.
3. Rent a storage unit at Eurobox. We arrange a custom secure space immediately and offer transport with a trailer or van.
4. Use moving boxes and labels. This way you keep track and know exactly what is where when you unpack later.
5. Keep receipts and the rental agreement. You can claim these from your home contents insurance.

Eurobox Self Storage is there when it really matters

This young family from our region is now one step further in the recovery process. Thanks to Eurobox storage, they were able to secure their cherished belongings without worrying about costs or transport. We remain available for as long as necessary – and when the refurbishment of their home begins, we will be there to help with the next step too.

Because at Eurobox, it’s not just about renting storage space – it’s about collaborating, empathising and taking care of everything.

Do you urgently need temporary storage after an emergency? Call us now, huur online een opslagruimte or drop by one of our branches. We’ll help you quickly, safely and without any fuss.

Eurobox Self Storage – more than just storage.

Call Eurobox SOS 0800-2226222 – storage arranged within one hour after damage or fire at nine locations: