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Self-storage units are very popular. They are available in different locations, shapes and sizes all over the world. These storage units give you a safe space to keep your possessions, offering security and easy access, often for a monthly fee. Some people just rent a storage unit on a short-term basis, to get through a particular situation, and others keep one all of the time and use it to suit their needs. Having a storage unit gives you options and can make life much easier. Here are seven of the reasons why you may use one.
1. Save Space at Home
There are many reasons why you may need to save space at home. You might be downsizing, but unsure of what to do with furniture and other large items. A storage space gives you time to make your decision. You might be moving into the city for work, which often means moving into a smaller apartment or living space. You might find yourself going from living alone into a flatshare. If you’re not sure the move is permanent, a self-storage space is a better option than selling your items. Sometimes, we’ve just got too much stuff but can’t bear to part with it.
2. To Make Moving to A New Home Easier
A storage unit can be a great option if you are moving to a new house. Take the essentials and store the rest to make the move easier and also to give you time to get set up and decide where you want things.
3. Completing Renovations
Large renovations at home are messy, noisy and disruptive. It can be almost impossible to renovate some areas without moving all of the large furniture out, but you might not have the space to move it into another room. Placing furniture in storage while you renovate keeps it safe while giving you or your contractors more room to work.
4. Coping with a Big Change at Home
Moving and renovating aren’t the only changes that might happen at home. You and your partner may separate. You might have another baby. Or you may have issues with your electrics or water supply which mean things need to be moved out. A storage unit gives you options, protection and space, whatever is going on.
5. Before a Big Adventure
A big adventure like moving for work, going traveling or spending some time living in another country might mean that you need to think about your living arrangements. If you are renting, you might not want to keep paying rent while you are away from home, but nor will you want to sign a lease on another property. Paying for a storage unit for your possessions is much cheaper than paying for a home that you aren’t living in.
6. So That You Can Rent Out a Room
Many people decide to rent out a room to a lodger to make extra cash. But you’ll need to empty it out first. Storage is an excellent option if you need more space quickly.
7. For Seasonal Furniture
If you don’t have a loft or shed at home, you might need somewhere to keep season items such as garden furniture or Christmas decorations the rest of the time. Storage could be ideal.
You may choose to rent a storage unit on a short-term lease, to suit a specific need. Or you may keep one more extended term. Either way, it’s a safe way to store your possessions, whatever your reasons.
