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Are you relocating to a foreign country for work? Learn more about how storage units can be helpful during this process.

Expanding To A Self-Storage Unit? 4 Steps To Protect Your Belongings From Pest Infestation

28 October 2016
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If you've run out of storage space at home, it's time to rent a self-storage unit. Once you're rented your self-storage unit, you'll need to make sure that you take precautions to prevent pest infestations, especially since you won't be on site to stop damage caused by insects and rodents. Here are some simple steps you can take to keep pests out of your storage unit. Use Plastic Storage Bins Read More …

How To Clean House When You’re Moving To A Smaller Place

28 October 2016
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One of the biggest challenges of moving to a smaller home is figuring out what to take with you and what to leave behind. If you are able to arrive at your new place with fewer belongings, it will help you avoid the clutter that comes with cramming a lot of extras into a smaller home. Here is one strategy for clearing out the clutter. Sorting Items into Three Categories Read More …

Prepping Your Self-Storage Unit: Four Helpful Hints

28 October 2016
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Self-storage units offer a great way to declutter your home and store items you don't use often, but before you move in, you'll need to do a bit of prep work. Use this guide to get your self-storage unit organized and ready for your belongings. Add Pallets Your items should be stored off of the floor to prevent them from becoming damaged by dirt, debris, and water that might enter your unit during bad weather. Read More …

Creative Tips to Help Make Moving with Small Children During the Christmas Holidays Easier

28 October 2016
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When you learn you have to move to another house because of a financial crisis, and Christmas is right around the corner, you may suddenly feel overwhelmed and worry about how you will explain it to your small children. This can be especially tough if you have already put up your Christmas tree or other decorations that will need to be taken down and moved. Follow these tips for making a move during the Christmas holidays easier on you and your children. Read More …

Two Tips For Putting A Flute In Storage

28 October 2016
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Flutes can produce beautiful music in the right hands. Unfortunately, they can quickly become unplayable when they don't receive regular care. If you must put your flute into long-term storage, though, you need to take special precautions to ensure the instrument stays in tiptop shape. Here are two tips for storing a flute long-term. Cleaning is Key The most important part of prepping your flute for long-term storage is thoroughly cleaning it. Read More …