Whether you need to temporarily store your belongings while moving or store them long term after downsizing, renting a storage unit is a low cost solution. Storage facilities are a secure and convenient option for those in need of storage.
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BENEFITS OF SELF STORAGE
- Most offer storage rentals on a month-to-month basis. Only pay for the time you need the space.
- Self storage is a secure and affordable way to store belongings.
- Self storage is convenient. Access your valuables anytime of day or week, whenever there is a need.
WHY SELF-STORAGE?
People rent self-storage for more reasons than moving or decluttering. Some common reasons people rent self-storage include:
- Seasonal storage. Holiday decorations, costumes, seasonal gear clothing, and lawn equipment can all go into storage during the off-season.
- Renovating or Moving. Renovating takes time and creates a lot of chaos . To protect your belongings and clear space, you can store furniture and other belongings until the renovation is completed. A rental storage unit can house your stuff till you’re moved.
- Needing more space. There are many reasons people would need more space in their homes. If you’re not ready to toss, sell or donate your stuff, store it.
- College storage. Students who don’t want to lug their dorm room belongings back home during summer break might want to rent a storage unit near campus.
- Military service. The members of the military can use this option during deployment.
- To store vehicles. If you don’t have room where you live, you can store your boat, RV, car or motorcycle at a storage facility.
WHAT SIZE STORAGE UNIT DO I NEED?
The majority of self-storage facilities offer multiple-size storage units for rent. Most offer at least five sizes, including 5’x5’, 5’x10’, 10’x10’, 10’x15’ and 10’x20’ storage units.
- Determine what is being stored. How large a space will you need?
- Purchase insurance for your valuables. Most likely your belongings are covered by your homeowners or renters insurance.
- Degree of accessibility. Do they offer 24-hour access to the storage units?
- Find a facility with 24/7 video surveillance monitoring.
- Research online reviews and testimonials of the facility.
HOW DO I PREPARE MY ITEMS FOR STORAGE?
Properly preparing items for storage is the best way to keep them in top condition. Here are several tips for how to properly prepare belongings for storage.
- Take inventory of your belongings – If you plan to leave items in a storage unit for a while, you’re going to need to create a detailed inventory list of all belongings.
- Clean items – Before putting items in storage, it’s best to wipe them down and/or clean them, if needed. Wash and dry-clean clothes, vacuum pillows and upholstery and disinfect boxes. Make sure nothing is wet – otherwise, you could end up with mildewed belongings.
- Disassemble furniture – When storing furniture, make sure to disassemble it first. You may even want to wrap certain furniture items (i.e. headboards, table legs and mirrors) in protective wrap before placing them inside the unit.
- Label everything – Unless you want to lose track of what’s where, it’s extremely important that you label every box with exactly what’s inside.
- Be strategic about where you place items – when placing items in storage, be strategic about how exactly you stow things.
Montgomery Self Storage is a family run storage facility who are on site to help answer your questions about storage, and the best size units to meet your needs.
About Montgomery Self Storage
Montgomery Self Storage is your friendly, local neighborhood, mom and pop, self storage center. Making people’s lives easier for 15 years.
Enjoy peace of mind knowing that your unit is monitored by a closed-circuit video surveillance system. The facility is routinely checked for pests and all units are well-lit and super-clean.
Montgomery Self Storage follows state and federal guidelines for social distancing and sanitation. The health and safety of our customers and employees is our highest priority.
Please stay safe during your move. Book a unit online or call anytime, the phone is always open.
Montgomery Self Storage
9 Factory Street, Montgomery, NY 12549
Phone: (845) 457-6229
SelfStorageMontgomeryNY.com