Sunday, October 9, 2011

Moving Dilemmas Consider Storage Facilities

By Colin Burr


Over the years, individuals mindlessly acquire things. The mess or too much furniture, object d' art, or books only get noticed when it is time to move. And then, you need to look for an answer to the problem. Clearly, you can take everything with you, or donate items to family, friends, or charity, or have a garage sale, or put things into storage.

The modern answer is to place things you don't want to use but can't part with into a state-of-art storage facility. Many storage units have things such as climate control, pest control to prevent damage of stored objects, as well as round the clock security.

When finding a storage unit, keep in mind issues like will you need to take things from storage frequently? If yes, then choose a facility located close to where you live. Compute how much area you'll actually require. Experts recommend taking a smaller space and stuffing it floor to ceiling instead of paying for space which will never be used. There are options such as mini storage for truly small loads. Think about whether you're storing antiques or paintings, if yes, then look climate controlled storage.

Standard sizes of units are: 5x10; 10x10; 10x20; and 10x30. Find out how many objects each kind can store. For example a 10x20 can store most things from a 2 bedroom house whereas a 5x10 will store a couch, chair, chest of drawers, small boxes, bicycles, and motorcycles.

Make a list of possible units. Discover how long they've been functioning and if they have a solid reputation. Read all of the rules and regulations. A few storage units allow 24 hr access while others have timings. Consider protecting your things with adequate insurance coverage.

Pack all the items to be stored in weather resistant strong boxes with padding such as bubble wrap if there are breakables. Make a key list what each box has and decide a priority list where by what you are not likely to make use of will be stored at the bottom or back of the facility and what you may need to access will be stored in front so that it becomes easily accessible.

The rent to be paid will be calculated on the size of the unit, the number of units readily available of the size you require, the term of lease, along with facilities offered. Also storage facilities offer discounts, so do inquire. Clever negotiation can save you cash. Many facilities charge together with rent, set up or processing fees and also late fees if the rent is not paid within the stipulated time. Read the agreement carefully and seek answers to questions concerning security, insurance, the presence of an on site manager, adequate lighting, and ownership of the facility. Ask for references and check them out.






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