Haul N Oates: Pinball Moving

Secure Storage Service

Careful. Professional. Passionate

Safe, climate-controlled storage for your pinball machines when you need temporary holding

A Safe Place for Your Machine Between Moves

Sometimes you need to move a machine before you’re ready to receive it. Maybe your new place isn’t ready yet. Maybe you’re coordinating multiple pickups and deliveries. Maybe you’re selling a machine but the buyer can’t pick it up for a few weeks. Whatever the situation, you need a place to keep your machine safe in the meantime.

I offer secure storage for pinball machines at my location in Buffalo/Lewiston, NY. Your machine stays wrapped and protected in a climate-controlled environment until you’re ready for delivery. I treat stored machines with the same care I give my own collection—because I understand how much they’re worth to you.

This isn’t a warehouse full of random stuff. This is secure storage by a fellow collector who knows exactly how valuable these machines are.

Common Storage Scenarios

Between Moves

You’re moving to a new house but closing dates don’t align. I can pick up your machines from the old place and hold them until your new game room is ready.

Typical Duration: 2-8 weeks

Trade Timing Mismatch

You’re trading machines with someone, but the timing doesn’t line up perfectly. I can hold one machine while coordinating the full exchange.

Typical Duration: 1-4 weeks

Renovation Storage

Your game room is being renovated and you need to move machines out temporarily. I can store them safely while construction is happening.

Typical Duration: 4-12 weeks

Sale Coordination

You sold a machine but the buyer needs a few weeks to arrange pickup or delivery. Rather than keep it in your space, I can hold it securely.

Typical Duration: 1-3 weeks

Multi-Machine Logistics

You’re buying or selling multiple machines from different locations. I can hold machines as we coordinate the full collection pickup or delivery.

Typical Duration: 2-6 weeks

Space Management

You found your dream machine but your game room is full. I can hold the new machine while you sell one to make space.

Typical Duration: 2-8 weeks

What You Get With My Storage Service

Climate Controlled

Temperature and humidity maintained at safe levels year-round. No extreme heat, cold, or moisture that could damage your machine.

Fully Protected

Machines stay wrapped in blankets and shrink wrap during storage. Same protection I use for transport.

Easy Delivery Coordination

When you're ready, I already have your machine and can deliver it immediately. No scheduling another pickup.

Secure Location

Your machine stays at my secure facility in Buffalo/Lewiston. Not a public storage unit—controlled access only.

Documented Storage

I keep records of what's in storage, when it arrived, and condition notes. You'll know exactly where your machine is.

Direct Communication

Want to check on your machine? Just call or text. I'm always available to answer questions about stored machines.

What Stays Protected in Storage

Everything that makes your machine valuable stays safe during storage

Machine Components

Documentation & Extras

Storage FAQ

What's the minimum/maximum storage period?

I’m flexible. Minimum is typically 1 week, and I’ve stored machines for several months when needed. If you need longer-term storage (6+ months), let’s discuss your specific situation.

Yes, if you need to see your machine or retrieve something from it, we can coordinate a time. Just give me a heads up so I can make sure I’m available.

Not a problem. Just let me know you need more time, and we’ll adjust the arrangement. I understand that timelines change, especially with real estate transactions.

I take every precaution to protect your machine, but I recommend checking with your homeowner’s or collector’s insurance about coverage during storage. I can provide documentation if needed for your insurance.

Yes, we can coordinate that. I’ll need advance notice so I can be available to receive the machine and inspect it when it arrives.

I’m flexible. Minimum is typically 1 week, and I’ve stored machines for several months when needed. If you need longer-term storage (6+ months), let’s discuss your specific situation.

Need Temporary Storage

Whether you need to hold a machine for a week or a few months, I’ve got secure space available. Let’s discuss your situation and find the right storage solution for your timeline and budget.