Storage Solutions

Storage 101: Self Storage Units and Yard Sales

When storage starts to overflow at home or in your storage unit and you aren’t quite sure what to do with all your belongings,...

Storage 101: How to Pack for Long-Term vs. Short-Term Self Storage

Everyone relies on self storage for different reasons. Some people are in transition between cities and need a temporary place to store their belongings...

Storage 101: Document and File Storage

Although tax season has come and gone, it is never a bad idea to re-evaluate the way you store and file personal, financial and...

Storage 101: Do I Need to Insure My Property in Self...

Safety and security are two of the most important deciding factors when it comes to choosing a self storage facility. Because you may be...

Storage 101: How to Pack Things for Self Storage

The Storage 101 series continues with a few tips on how to pack for a self storage unit. Unlike packing for a new home,...
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Storage 101: How to Choose the Best Lock for Your Self...

There are four different kinds of locks you can get for your storage unit: cylinder, disc, closed shackle padlocks, or one-time padlocks. How do you know which one is right for you? This post describes each lock and which situation it is best used for. 

Spring into Cleaning at Your Self Storage Unit

You might not think self storage is a seasonal issue, but most storage facilities become quite busy when the weather starts to change—especially when...

How to Maximize Space in Self Storage Units

When many people start unloading their stuff into a self storage unit usually they just end up piling everything in there as it comes...