Some storage needs last longer than a summer. You may be working abroad for a year, downsizing after the children leave home, combining households with a partner, inheriting furniture you are not ready to sell, serving in the military or spending winters away. In these situations, you need storage you can trust for months or years, without worrying about the condition of your belongings or visiting a storage unit.

Déménagement NST Moving & Storage provides long-term, fully managed storage across Greater Montreal. We pick up your belongings, wrap and inventory them, store them in our secure facility and deliver them to any address when you need them, in one delivery or in parts.

Quick answer: NST’s long-term storage in Montreal is fully managed: we pick up, wrap, inventory and store your belongings for months or years, then deliver them to any address when you need them. Call (514) 458-7786.

Who uses long-term storage

What NST long-term storage includes – NST Montreal movers

Expats and international assignments: keep your furniture safe while you work or study abroad.
Downsizing: store pieces you are not ready to part with when moving to a smaller home.
Snowbirds: store belongings while spending winters away.
Estates and inheritances: hold furniture while families decide what to keep.
Couples combining homes: store duplicates while you decide what to keep.
Military and seasonal workers: store belongings during deployments or contracts.
Businesses: see business storage for inventory, files and furniture.

How long-term storage works

Plan. Your coordinator reviews what you are storing and for how long.
Pick-up. Our crew wraps furniture, bags mattresses and loads boxes.
Inventory. Every item is recorded so you know exactly what is in storage.
Storage. Items are stored securely and organised for easy retrieval.
Access. Request partial deliveries whenever you need something.
Delivery. When you return or are ready, we deliver everything to your chosen address.

Preparing belongings for long-term storage

Long-term storage requires more care than a short gap between moves. We recommend:

Clean everything. Dirt and food residue can attract pests and cause stains over time.
Dry appliances. Fridges, freezers and washers must be completely dry to prevent mould.
Use quality boxes or bins. Weak boxes can collapse over months. Our plastic bins are a good option.
Wrap furniture properly. Breathable blankets protect finishes better than tight plastic for long periods.
Disassemble when possible. Beds and tables store better taken apart.
Protect sensitive items. Electronics, art, pianos and antiques benefit from climate-controlled storage.

Long-term storage costs

Factor	Why it matters
Volume	The amount of space your belongings need.
Length	Longer terms can be planned more efficiently.
Climate control	Sensitive items may need climate-controlled space.
Pick-up and delivery	Included in the service.
Partial deliveries	Occasional deliveries during storage.

Your coordinator will give you a clear monthly price before pick-up.

Montreal's climate and long-term storage

Montreal’s cold winters and humid summers are hard on wood, fabrics, electronics and paper over long periods. Temperature swings can cause wood to crack, metal to condense and paper to curl. For long-term storage of furniture, art, documents, instruments and electronics, choose climate-controlled storage to keep conditions stable year-round.

Moving abroad and storing at home

If you are moving abroad, you can bring some belongings and store the rest in Montreal until you return. We pack and store what stays, and when you come back we deliver everything to your new home, unpacking it if you wish. This is often cheaper and simpler than shipping a full household overseas and back.

Downsizing with long-term storage

Moving from a family home to a condo or residence often means more furniture than space. Long-term storage gives you time to decide what to keep, give to family, sell or donate, without rushing decisions during the move. See our senior moving service.

Areas we serve

We provide long-term storage pick-up and delivery across Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, the West Island and the North and South Shores.

Why customers choose NST long-term storage

Fully managed: no trips, no truck rental.
Items wrapped and inventoried.
Secure, organised facility.
Partial deliveries available.
Climate-controlled options.
One company for moving and storage. See all our storage options.

What makes long-term storage different

Storing belongings for a few weeks is simple. Storing them for a year or more takes more care, because small problems have time to grow. A slightly damp box can develop mould, a heavy item placed on a light box can slowly crush it, fabrics can absorb odours and wood can react to seasonal changes. Long-term storage is about preparation, organisation and conditions, not just space.

That is why our long-term service starts with careful packing and wrapping, continues with organised placement where nothing heavy sits on fragile items, and offers climate-controlled storage for belongings that are sensitive to Montreal’s seasons. The goal is simple: when you come back, your furniture and boxes should be in the same condition as when they left.

Long-term storage for expats and international assignments

Many Montrealers accept assignments abroad for one to three years. Shipping an entire household overseas is expensive, slow and risky, and many furnished apartments abroad do not need your furniture anyway. Long-term storage lets you take only what you need and keep the rest safe at home.

Before you leave, our crew packs and inventories everything that is staying, wraps furniture for long-term protection and moves it into storage. While you are away, you can ask us to deliver specific items to a family member or ship boxes through a carrier. When you return, we deliver everything to your new address, reassemble furniture and, if you choose our unpacking service, set up your home. Many expats find this simpler and cheaper than shipping their household twice.

Long-term storage for snowbirds

Some retirees spend the winter months in warmer places and the summer in Quebec. Others keep a smaller home and want somewhere to put seasonal items, extra furniture or family pieces. Long-term storage can hold belongings that are only needed part of the year, such as patio furniture, summer gear, boats accessories or holiday decorations, and deliver them when the season changes. This makes it possible to live in a smaller, easier home without giving up the things you enjoy.

Long-term storage during estate settlement

When a family member passes away, their home often has to be emptied before the estate is settled and before relatives have decided who will keep what. These decisions can take months and are often emotional. Long-term storage gives the family time.

We pack and inventory the contents of the home carefully, keep sentimental items, photos and documents together and store everything securely. When decisions are made, we deliver pieces to different family members’ homes, take items to an auction house or donation centre, or arrange removal of items that will not be kept. Our crews handle these moves with patience and respect. See our senior moving page for related support.

Inventory and peace of mind

For long-term storage, a detailed inventory is essential. Every piece of furniture is recorded, boxes are counted and their room labels noted, and high-value or fragile items are listed separately. You receive a copy of the inventory, so you always know what is in storage without needing to visit.

If you want to check your belongings or retrieve something specific, contact us and we will arrange it. Because we handle all the moving in and out, you never need to rent a truck, find a key or dig through a storage unit.

Planning the return delivery

When your storage period ends, delivery is planned like a move. Tell us the date and your new address, as well as building access details such as elevator bookings or parking. Our crew brings everything back, places furniture in the right rooms, reassembles beds and tables and removes wrapping. If your new home is smaller than your old one, we can deliver only some items and keep the rest in storage until you decide. Deliveries can also go long distance, for example to Ottawa, Toronto or Quebec City. See long-distance moving.

Reducing the cost of long-term storage

Declutter first. Sell, donate or recycle items you are unlikely to use again.
Disassemble furniture. Beds, tables and shelving take less space when taken apart.
Use uniform boxes or bins. They stack efficiently and protect contents better.
Store sensitive items only in climate control. Keep standard items in standard space.
Plan partial deliveries. Fewer, planned deliveries are more efficient than many small ones.

Long-term storage FAQs

How long can I store my belongings?

For as long as you need: months or years.

Can I get items delivered while they are in storage?

Yes. We arrange partial deliveries on request.

Do you keep an inventory?

Yes. Every item is recorded when it enters storage.

Should I choose climate-controlled storage?

For electronics, art, pianos, antiques, documents and fine furniture, climate-controlled storage is recommended.

Can you deliver to a different address?

Yes. We deliver to any address in Greater Montreal, or long distance.

How should I prepare appliances?

Clean them, defrost fridges and freezers and make sure they are completely dry.

Is long-term storage cheaper than shipping abroad?

Often, yes. Storing at home is usually simpler than shipping a full household overseas.

How is long-term storage priced?

By volume, length and type of storage, with a clear monthly price.

Can you store my belongings while I work abroad?

Yes. We pack, inventory and store your belongings and deliver them when you return.

Can you deliver stored items to a family member?

Yes. We can deliver specific items to another address in Greater Montreal on your request.

Will I get a copy of the inventory?

Yes. You receive an inventory of what is in storage.

Plan long-term storage with NST

Tell us what you need to store and for how long. We will plan pick-up and storage with a clear monthly price.

Call: (514) 458-7786 · Visit: 433 Jarry St W #201, Montreal, QC H3N 1E7

Get your free long-term storage quote today.

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