What You Ned To Know About Temporary Moves And Self Storage Facility Rentals

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Does your job require a move into temporary housing? Whether you need to spend weeks or a few months in an extended stay hotel, apartment rental, or other similar space, take a look at the top self storage facility questions answered.

How Can Self Storage Help You Right Now?

As you transition from a permanent home to a temporary living space, you may need to downsize or leave some of your belongings behind. A self storage facility in your new temporary home town can help if you need to:

• Move into a furnished apartment/home. An extended stay hotel and some types of apartment rentals will come completely furnished. Self storage allows you to keep your bigger belongings in a roomy, clean, off-site space during this time.
• Need to move out of state or far away. A temporary cross-country move can get pricey—especially if you need to transport furniture out of state. A self storage rental eliminates the need to move everything out of state for your weeks or months-long stay.
• Are in between homes. Some temporary moves won't require you to completely move out of your permanent home. But if this one does, self storage gives you a way to keep valuables safe while you're in between homes.

Now that you know how self storage can help you during a temporary move, it's time to take the next step and learn more about packing.

How Should You Pack for Short-Term Self Storage?

Even though some parts of the packing process may look the same as what you would find with long-term storage, before your temporary move you'll need to:

• Label everything. The way you write the labels may change for short-term storage. If you have a combination of items, clearly label each container with either short or long term.
• Containers. Clear plastic bins are easy options for short-term storage. The clear sides allow you to easily see what's inside, providing easy access for a quick removal. Avoid solid colored containers or cardboard boxes that require difficult-to-remove packing tape.
• Organization. Save time and energy with an organized storage strategy. A temporary move may mean you're short on time. Instead of bags or wardrobe boxes, pack clothes in drawers, keep toys in toy bins, and use original packaging to make transporting electronics/appliances easy.

Along with labels and container choice, you also need to protect breakables for short-term self storage. Prevent damage with bubble wrap, plain/dye-free newsprint, or soft towels. Secure these items tightly in containers to reduce the risk of mid-move or mid-storage breakage.

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27 July 2020