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Making Storage Work For You

When I started moving a lot for my job, I had no idea what I was going to do with all of my extra stuff. In an effort to keep my new apartments feeling homey, I decided to take a lot more with me than I should. Unfortunately, after cramming my newer, smaller apartment full of random furniture and objects, I realized that my idea wasn't going to work. To avoid problems like that in the future, I decided to rent a storage unit and leave a few things behind. After using storage for so long, I have learned several tips for how to use units. Read this website to find out how you can streamline your moving and storage experience.

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Antique Furniture Hunting When You Live In Brooklyn And Don't Own A Car
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Why You Need To Hire A Long Distance Moving Company
20 July 2016

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Music To Your Ears -- How To Safely Move And Store Any Piano
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6 Things Professional Movers Wish You Knew
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The Most Important Benefits Of A Climate Controlled Storage Unit
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The Most Important Benefits Of A Climate Controlled Storage Unit

25 August 2015
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If you are trying to decide which type of storage unit is going to be the best choice for your needs, you may want to make sure the one you go with is climate controlled. Not all units offer climate control, and while it may be cheaper to go with one that doesn't offer it, you may find it end up costing you more in the long run. Read this article to learn about the benefits that come with a climate controlled storage unit. Read More 

On The Move: How To Make The Process Much Smoother With Kids

29 July 2015
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Moving is one of the most stressful events, especially if you have kids who don't truly understand. They're scared and have a ton of questions. As a parent, there are a few things that you can do to help your children adjust to the fact that they're moving and reduce their stress around the entire process. Read on to learn more. Get Them Involved in the Move Children aren't too keen on moving because they are leaving the home that they've grown up in, the friends that they have made, the school that they have learned in and all of their most familiar, comforting surroundings. Read More 

Safe Long-Term Storage Of Wood Furniture

16 July 2015
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If you need to put your high-quality wood furniture into storage while you are out of the country on business, then special care must be taken to avoid damage caused by: cracks mold  scratches To safely store your wood furniture, follow these important tips: Tip: Polish all Wood Furniture Before Storing It As wood furniture sits in storage its wood will naturally dry out. When wood dries, it has the tendency to crack. Read More 

5 Tips For Storing Art In A Storage Unit

30 June 2015
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If you have a lot of paintings and other art pieces, you probably want to take the best care of them you can. However, you might need to store your artwork in a storage unit for a few reasons; you might be moving, or you might not have the space in your home right now. Regardless, you could be worried about keeping your favorite pieces in a storage unit, but you shouldn't be. Read More 

Three Advantages Of Signing A Long-Term Storage Lease

18 June 2015
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When looking into a new self-storage facility, you'll often be given the option of either renting month-to-month or signing a long-term storage lease. Just as with an apartment, renting a self-storage unit long-term conveys some benefits that renting month-to-month may not offer. Long-term storage leases are generally given on an annual basis, with three month or six month leases being available but rare. 1. You're Guaranteed a Locked-In Price If you rent month-to-month, you may find your storage prices going up over time. Read More