Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage Reviews 235

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Review summary

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Evaluating 56 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Many customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional helpfulness, professionalism, and friendly demeanor, often highlighting specific individuals for their outstanding service and positive attitude. The service provided is frequently described as efficient, fuss-free, and well-organized, making the process of renting storage units or utilizing other services very easy and straightforward. Reviewers also appreciate the reasonable pricing, excellent value for money, and the secure, clean, and accessible locations of the facilities. However, some customers also noted issues with storage unit sizing, feeling that the units were smaller than expected, leading to difficulties in fitting their belongings. A few other people also felt that the initial staff welcome was not very inviting.

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Staff

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Service

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Price

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Location

Customers had positive experiences with location, finding the self-storage places to be really nice and easy... See more

Customer service

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I used Blue Squirrel last year when I sold my property and needed somewhere close to my temporary accommodation in Chafford Hundred. My first contact was Damon who was very helpful and patient. He exp... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I don't normally do these but I wanted to because these guys, especially Damon, deserve it. Damon was very welcoming and accommodating when I went to the store looking for a small space to stor... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I dropped off a DHL return at the service point in West Thurrock and was really impressed with how fast it was processed. Was in and out in probably less than a minute. I didn't catch the name of t... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well done Izzy on her first sign up for storage. Very helpful, pleasant, and informative. Checking everything. Painless experience in being able to get storage at a very reasonable rate. Clean and t... See more

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Company details

  1. #6 of 17 best companies in Warehouse

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Self storage rooms available for Personal and Business customers within Essex Flexible storage solutions with low rates and easy access


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4.8

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

235 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Blue squirrel

Excellent service

14 September 2021
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thank you for the positive feedback! Hope you enjoy your stay!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you from storage newbies

Thank you for being so helpful, neither myself of my partner has used storage facilities before, you made the process easier with clear instructions. The lady on the front desk on 4/9/21 is an asset to your team.

5 September 2021
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thank you for the positive feedback Hannah! We hope you enjoy your stay!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended

The staff here have been so helpful, I can’t thank them enough.
The system is easy to use and trollies are always available.
Storage is clean and it’s always tidy in there.

29 August 2021
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thanks for the review Denise! We hope you enjoy your stay with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff are always friendly and so…

The staff are always friendly and so helpful. This is the second time we have had to use them and even though the last time was a couple of years ago they still remembered us.

15 August 2021
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thank you for the positive feedback Lynne! Hope you enjoy your stay!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I only just started to use Big Blue…

I only just started to use Big Blue Squirrel, to store my things, so far it's working out and I may keep hold of it for the future.

12 August 2021
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thank you for the positive feedback. Hope you enjoy your stay!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful staff, competitive price

I contacted them through email & the staff call back instantly! Reservation process is quick and smooth. Move in process is easy. All staff are friendly and helpful. I am impressed and highly appreciate Damon’s enthusiastic and responsible.

7 August 2021
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thank you for the positive feedback. Hope you enjoy your stay!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great storage

Great storage, very transparent. Great communication and very helpful. Great staff.

15 July 2021
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thank you Latoya for the 5* review! We hope you enjoy your stay!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The admin was straight forward but…

The admin was straight forward but access to the storage, esp the ground floor is poor.

15 June 2021
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Hi Clive, Thank you for your review and we hope you enjoy your stay with us.
We do have 2 entries to the ground floor unit which you can use. Please come and see us in the reception so we can help you further!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Asked for advice ref storage.

Asked for advice ref storage.
Helpful staff organised required unit.
Happy with outcome.

29 April 2021
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thank you for review! We hope you enjoy your stay with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent storage facility.

Fantastic service. Karen was very knowledgeable with customer questions. Training carried out was easy and first class. Tidy site and easy parking. In, store, out!!
Many thanks.

11 February 2021
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thanks for the great review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super helpful

Super helpful. Efficient and quick. Felt safe and confident going with big blue. Would 1000% recommend

6 December 2020
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thank you for the 5* review. We hope you enjoy your stay!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful and friendly service

Helpful and friendly service. Reasonably priced too.

23 November 2020
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thank you Dean for the positive review! Hope you enjoy your stay! :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From start to now all staff have been…

From start to now all staff have been very helpful. The facilities available to help with the moving into storage is very good. And the opening times for checking in whenever needed is very good. I am really pleased with everything

21 November 2020
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Reply from Big Blue Squirrel Self Storage

Thank you Linda for the 5* review! We hope you enjoy your stay! :)

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