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While it may be preferable to move all your belongings straight from your existing home to your new home, the timing may not always work out in your favor. In these instances, placing the bulk of your belongings in storage can be the most convenient course of action. Before you sign a storage lease, be...
Since moving and storage needs often go hand in hand, many moving companies also provide storage facilities. These companies employ professional movers who can take on the tasks of packing your belongings, loading them into a moving truck, driving the truck to your new home and unloading all of your boxes and furniture once you...
Boat storage has become a major consideration for people who aren’t moving, especially due to restrictive homeowners’ associations, limits on lawn sizes and just the concern about storing large and unsightly items like big boats. City-dwellers who live in an apartment or condo may have a need for boat storage near their favorite body of...
Storage facilities occasionally hold public auctions to sell the contents of storage units which have been abandoned or unpaid, and the contents of these units can sometimes provide a profitable turn around for a savvy buyer who is able to purchase self storage units at auction and then resell the contents of the unit. How...
There are storage solutions everywhere you look. It just takes a little creative vision. These ten ways to create space are sure to give you a little more room to stow your valuables. Useful Storage Solutions Overhead garage storage. When you can’t move out, look for storage solutions overhead. The garage is a great place...
Portable storage has become so popular in recent years that at times it might seem like the only choice in town. Unfortunately, not every situation benefits from the use of portable storage. In fact, for certain situations it can actually be more inconvenient than other more traditional storage solutions. So, how do you determine which...
Affordable storage units which offer low cost self storage will use security measures such as fencing, electronic access and lighting to protect their storage units, but you can also help to increase the safety and security of your belongings with these additional security tips for cheap storage units. Choose the Right Lock for Secure Cheap...
Storage facilities generally have some type of insurance requirement in their storage contract, but even if you find a facility which does not require insurance it is still a good idea to have your household storage items insured against damages caused by storage emergencies and events such as fire, smoke, flood, extreme weather and theft....
At some point during your move, you’ll probably need storage. How do you find the best safe storage? To help reduce the headache associated with your next big move, here are the top potential disasters and how to avoid each. Bad Packing. Few things are worse than arriving at your destination only to realize your...
If you are moving, you might find it necessary to store some of your things before, during or after the move. If this is the case you might wonder, should you use movers’ storage or arrange your own? This question comes up because many moving companies also offer storage services on site. If you decide...