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Beyond the financial considerations, there are several reasons why increasing numbers of people are now using a self-storage unit as an extension of their personal or professional space. Here are seven of the main reasons.

When it’s time to vacate your dorm – over scheduled breaks and holidays – renting a self-storage unit is be a safe, economical, and convenient solution.

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If you’re looking to rent a self-storage unit and have a number of delicate, sensitive, or high-value items, then a basic unit which makes little or no provision for fluctuating temperatures and humidity probably isn’t the best bet. A better option is to upgrade your contract to rent a climate controlled storage unit.

Either by phone or (better) during an in-person visit, here are some important Self-Storage FAQs, or the key questions that you should ask the management and staff of a storage facility before renting.

Packing items away safely and securely can be a little more onerous than you think. In this article, we look at useful Self-Storage Packing Tips and ways to maximize your use of a storage unit.

When it’s time to vacate your dorm – over scheduled breaks and holidays – renting a self-storage unit is be a safe, economical, and convenient solution.

Pros: Drive-up self-storage makes it easy to get to your individual unit, and convenient to load or offload. Cons: no climate-control, more dust and pests.

Pros: Outdoor self-storage offers a money-saving alternative to expensive parking rates. Cons: long-term exposure to the elements is always a risk.

Pros: Indoor Self-Storage units provide better climate-control and security, less dust and pests. Cons: you might need to use elevator or stairs to access.