As you parents age, they may be wanting to downsize their belongings so they can keep their home organized more simply. If they are not ready to get rid of any of their collectibles, clothing, or other items that they hold dear, suggesting a storage unit facility to house their things for a while can be a great idea. When choosing a storage facility for your aging parents, make sure you pick a unit that they can find affordable, easily accessible, and safe.
23 August 2016
Whether you own a harp or a piano, a banjo or a flute, you want to keep your expensive and treasured instruments safe when you move. Some instruments, such as a woodwind, are easier to move than others (like a piano, for example), and you should be prepared to make the transition as easy as possible for every musical tool you have. Here are tips to move instruments from one location to another when you are relocating to somewhere new.
15 August 2016
Are you getting ready to move to a new home? Are you thinking about doing the move yourself since it'll only be across town? While doing the move yourself can seem like a great idea at first, things aren't always as they appear. Instead of doing the move on your own, it may be a better idea for you to hire professionals to do the move for you. Some of the most important reasons why you should consider this are:
11 August 2016
While it's a good idea to plan for an upcoming move with consideration for the average temperature and weather, sometimes rain on the day of your move cannot be avoided. If you've checked the weather report and noticed that rain is forecast for your move, there are a number of things that you can do to make sure that your furniture stays dry. While you put on a rain jacket or bring an umbrella, consider the following tips to ensure that nothing gets significantly damaged by the rain during your move.
9 August 2016
The end of summer spells a coming to the end of warm weather and bright colors. If you decided this year was an ideal time to pick up some seasonal decorations, you may have a lot of things to put away. This is when you should rent a storage unit to avoid keeping things in your home that will go unused for nine months. Throwing everything into a few boxes or plastic bins could end up causing damage to your decorations.
9 August 2016
Upholstered furniture can pose a concern when you have to place the items in a storage unit. This is because you want to protect all parts of the furniture, whether they are fabric or wood. Upholstered furniture is also often some of the more valuable furniture that someone owns. Fortunately, you have these handy storage tips to help you store your furniture correctly. Tip #1: Give it a thorough cleaning
7 August 2016
Storage units are useful for a lot of things because they provide you with room to store goods when you do not have anywhere else to put them without cluttering the space you do have. And, while a climate controlled storage unit might sound like an ideal solution to your storage needs, it can get expensive. You can get a 10x15 foot unit for as little as $75 a month, but a climate controlled one can reach up to $150.
7 August 2016
If you're interested in the hobby of woodworking but live in an apartment, condo or house with limited space for a workshop, don't give up on your dream just yet. Whether you have some tools and equipment or you haven't yet begun to amass these supplies, it's often possible to set up a workshop space at a unit in your local storage facility. Of course, you'll need to first get the permission of the storage facility's management as well as make sure that your woodworking activities won't break any storage rules.
5 August 2016
You're moving home for the summer and decided to hire a moving company. It helps to limit the stress, but there are terms that will be thrown your way. You'll need to understand them to know which company to choose and what will be expected of you. Here's the main moving company lingo you'll need to understand. Additional/Accessorial Services These terms are interchangeable and mean any extras you need apart from moving.
3 August 2016
If you're somebody that has a large video game collection, including a plethora of physical games and consoles, it's a good idea to rely on professional moving services so that you can be confident that everything is moved safely to your new home. While you can certainly move these things on your own, it can lead to items potentially breaking and things getting misplaced in the process. This can be especially frustrating to deal with, especially if your collection is quite valuable or sentimental to you.
12 July 2016