Keepr, the UK-based storage startup known as kitkeeper.co.uk, has successfully completed a $400,000 crowdfunding round, elevating its total funding to over $1.3 million. This round attracted more than 250 investors, including both seasoned backers and early customers, highlighting the strong appeal of its door-to-door storage service that negates the need to visit traditional storage facilities.
Keepr’s innovative service involves delivering empty boxes to customers, collecting them once packed, and securely storing items until needed. Since its launch in 2021, the company has served over 4,000 customers in 40 UK cities, achieving significant year-on-year growth and establishing itself as one of the country’s fastest-growing companies.
Founder and CEO Michael McCreadie stated that Keepr is creating a tech-driven, customer-centric alternative to traditional self-storage, catering to the modern lifestyle. Initially focused on students, Keepr has expanded its services to downsizers, renters, and families dealing with limited living space, with users praising it as a “lifesaver.”
The company’s investors now include Innovate UK, The King’s Trust, and The University of York, with Jeff Kelisky, former CEO of Republic, joining as chairman and investor. Kelisky was drawn to Keepr by its innovative approach and potential to solve significant challenges in the storage industry.
Positioning itself as the “Uber of storage,” Keepr leverages logistics, AI-driven automation, and a customer-first approach, appealing particularly in urban areas where convenience is key. The company is preparing for expansion into the U.S. and aims to scale its logistics network and integrate AI into its operations, with the long-term goal of making storage as seamless and ubiquitous as ordering a ride or food delivery in the global $70 billion storage market.
