Renting a self-storage unit can be of great benefit to many people in various situations. If you have never had experience with a self storage unit, it’s understandable to not be certain about the things to consider before renting your unit. There are key points that many people who are new to storage don’t manage to consider before renting their unit. Alliston Self Storage is here to help you pick the unit that best fits your needs.
Beneficial In All Sorts of Situations
Whether you are planning a clean out, have a move coming up, or simply need more space, self storage can provide many benefits in many different situations.
If you run a business or are in charge of a work-space, self-storage can provide valuable space for furniture and equipment that is not currently in use. Self-storage units also provide excellent storage space for bulk supplies and document storage. Short term or long term, a secure and accessible self-storage unit can relieve floor-space in your workplace.
More Things to Think About
While self-storage can be beneficial on the surface, it’s important to really look into the details of your specific situation to determine which sort of unit will best fit your needs. Sometimes you may need a smaller unit with climate control instead of a larger standard unit. Considering a few key points is vital to making sure you make the most out of your self-storage experience, should you decide that it is right for you at all.
Think About What You Are Planning to Store
Different items have different storage requirements for space and climate. Paper products, for example, often benefit from climate-controlled storage environments. Ideally such units would also maintain some degree of control over the level of humidity, since moisture does not mix well with paper. This same principle applies to many different items; especially those made from organic materials such as wood, or electronic devices.
Security Needs
Depending on what you’re storing, or if you simply want the most peace of mind, the security situation at your storage facility is something to really take into consideration. Some things to look for in a secure storage site include;
- Who has access to the unit and locks
- Whether the facility is monitored 24/7
- What security features are present (CCTV, alarm system etc.)
- How durable the doors on the units are
Whether you are storing goods of higher value or simply just value assurance of knowing your items are safe, these are important factors to pay attention to when looking at storage facilities
Accessibility
Do your goods have certain accessibility needs? Do you require a facility that has drive-up access to your unit, or requires a loading dock? Not all facilities maintain such features so it’s important to determine which ones you need, and then assess which facilities can accommodate.
Another accessibility question to consider concerns the hours. What are the access hours like? Are you only able to access your unit during hours which don’t work with your schedule? Pay attention to this, as some storage facilities may not allow you to access your unit at times when it works best for you.
The Final and Most Important Consideration
Do you really need to store it? For a lot of people this is not always an easy question to answer, and sometimes it can be a challenging and emotional one. Often times, putting careful thought into whether your items truly need to be stored can affect the size of the storage unit needed; perhaps there are more things that can be let go of, resulting in fewer storage needs, or vice versa. Think about whether it needs to be stored, or whether it can be let go of.
Alliston Self Storage wants your self-storage experience to be a positive and valuable one. Offering units in a wide range of sizes, our secure facility is designed to fit your storage needs, no matter what they may be. Take a look at our storage guide to gain an idea of what unit size may be best for you.
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