Current generations own more possessions than any other
generation in recorded history. While technological progress is good, it has
also allowed us to hoard items we might not need. However, getting rid of the
things we've had for years can be difficult, but living in clutter isn't an
option either. That's why many people find that renting storage is the ideal solution to this problem. This article
will explain how to choose the best storage unit for your needs and all the
things you need to consider when renting storage.
What will you use it for?
In the first place, you need to be honest with yourself and determine
what you plan to use the storage for.
This can influence what kind of storage unit you should be looking for because
you need to consider many factors. Here are the questions you need to ask
yourself:
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What will
you store there? If you plan to keep sensitive items, you'll need to be
careful with packing and transportation. If your items are also valuable, you
might want to look into secure
storage units, so you won't need to worry about your belongings.
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How much
time do you plan to spend there? Do you plan to leave your possessions
there without needing to access them, or will you need to visit your storage
unit frequently? If you need to access your belongings often, then the location
of the storage units might be an important factor when making your decision.
You should also consider the working hours of the storage facility and what time
of day you can access your belongings.
What about storing your car or boat? When most people think of storage units, they imagine rows of boxes. However, you could also need storage for your RV or boat. In that case, you are looking for a different storage solution than someone who wants to store boxes of items.
What additional features are you
looking for?
Depending on the type of items you are storing, they might
require special storage conditions.
If you plan to store paper, art, or electronic components, you should consider
renting a climate-controlled
storage unit. You should also inquire if your storage provider has pest
control, which could be vital if you plan to store furniture, wood, or musical
instruments.
We already mentioned that security is an essential issue for any storage service. It is
always reassuring to learn that the facility has night lights and camera
surveillance. Additional features which can assure you that your possessions
are in good hands are security fences and control of who can access the area.
Make sure the facility has all of the features you are interested in, and it
will be easy to choose the best storage unit for your needs.
How long will you need storage?
Location matters
By now, you should have a good idea of how often you'll be
visiting your storage unit. Another critical factor to consider in order to
choose the best storage unit for your needs is proximity. The less time it takes you to get to your storage
unit, the easier it will be to occasionally retrieve items from storage and
do routine checkups on your belongings.
Carefully consider what size you need
Most storage unit providers can offer you units of different
sizes, and it can be tricky to choose the best storage unit for your needs. If
you know what you will keep there, you can measure
your belongings and find a large enough unit to hold
everything. Of course, larger storage units will be more expensive. Before you
go all-out and rent the biggest one available, you should declutter and reduce the number of items you will be
putting in storage.
Remember that you should leave enough room to walk around and access the items you have
stored in the back. If you fill the storage unit with things from top to bottom
– you'll only have access to the items in the front. To be on the safe side,
you can store the items you will need more frequently in the front of the unit.
This will save you the trouble of digging through all of the items you have in
storage to find the things you need.
In summary
When you are trying to figure out how to choose the best storage unit for your needs, you should start by determining what you will be using it for and what your priorities are. Take your time to go through the questions in this article, and you will have a good idea of what kind of storage unit you need. Afterward, you can contact storage providers to see if they have the type of units you require.