Our mobile storage pods are built tough for Australian conditions and delivered straight to your door, giving you convenience, security, and peace of mind when you need it most.
Let's say you’ve got a house full of belongings, but your new home isn’t quite ready. Instead of cramming everything into a moving truck and hoping for the best, you arrange a moving container.
It arrives at your door. You pack at your own speed. You store it at home or in a secure storage centre. When you’re ready, it gets delivered to your new address.
It’s that simple. Moving containers tick all the boxes whether you’re doing a long-distance move, moving interstate, or just need a cost-effective way to shift household items.
With a traditional removalist, everything happens on their schedule. They pack, load, and transport your belongings all in one go. But that also means tight timeframes, higher costs, and the risk of items getting damaged in the process.
Portable self-storage gives you more control and time because you pack at your own pace and decide when it’s collected or delivered. A storage unit is delivered to your door, and you can pack it up at your own pace. There’s no pressure to get everything done in a single day. Once you're ready, the unit is picked up and either delivered to your new home or stored securely until you need it.
| How Do They Compare? | ||
|---|---|---|
| Feature | Portable Self-Storage | Traditional Removalists |
| Pack on your own time | ✅ Yes | ❌ No (You’re on their schedule) |
| Budget-friendly | ✅ Yes (You control costs) | ❌ No (Labour, truck fees, extra charges) |
| Door-to-door service | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Short-term storage option | ✅ Yes | ❌ Not at all |
| Less risk of damage | ✅ Yes (You pack carefully) | ❌ Not really (Movers handle everything) |
| Good for interstate moves? | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
Move-in delays: Keep furniture safe until the keys are yours
Decluttering: Make extra space before unpacking.
Short-term move: Store belongings in our renovation storage while your space gets upgraded.
Security concerns: A storage space can help avoid theft, weather damage, and pests. A secure storage centre is a cost-effective way to store your household items safely. No need to cram things into a mate’s garage or risk damage in an empty container.
See the “Store@Ours” page for more information or call us at 1300 668 688 to discuss your needs.
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Any queries? Contact us today via online or call us on 1300 668 688
Midweek moves are the way to go. Tuesday to Thursday are the quietest days, making it easier to book a moving company or a gobox's container. Plus, traffic is lighter, which means less time on the road and lower costs. Fridays are the busiest, so unless you love stress and delays, avoid them if you can.
Yes, it is. Moving containers are a cost-effective option compared to hiring full-service movers. You pack at your own pace, store if needed, and only pay for what you use. The final cost depends on container size, distance, and extras like storage facility options.
A three-bedroom house usually needs two large moving containers, or one large and one medium gobox container. It depends on how much stuff you have. If you’re a minimalist, one big unit might do. If you’re a collector of “just in case” items, you might need extra space.
Not everything belongs in a storage facility. Food, flammable materials, toxic chemicals, and firearms are a no-go. No live animals or plants, either—your gobox's storage unit isn’t a greenhouse or a pet hotel. If it’s dangerous, perishable, or illegal, it shouldn’t be in there.
Our medium storage unit starts at $220.00 per calendar month to store at your place. In addition, there is a $115.00 delivery fee for deliveries within 40km of our warehouse. For an exact price, call gobox and get a detailed quote tailored to your moving and storage needs.
Any queries? Contact us today via online or call us on 1300 668 688
Office Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am – 5pm
Delivery Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Phone: 1300 668 688
Email: infosa@gobox.com.au
