2016

  • Clearing Out Clutter? 3 Things To Put Into Storage To Free Up Space In Your Home

    Holiday gift exchanges and spontaneous shopping trips are all reasons that you might end up with a few new items in your home. It is understandable to want new clothes or to buy new decorations, but you must understand that your house can only take so much until it starts to look cluttered. Having a garage sale and donating some items that you no longer intend on using can certainly help, but you should also look into renting a storage unit to gain immediate access to clutter relief inside your home.
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  • 3 Helpful Tips For Office Relocating

    Are you relocating your office to a new area of the city and want to get it done in an efficient manner? If you put an actual plan in place to accomplish the task, you will find that things will get done in a smoother manner. Take a look at this article for a few helpful tips that you can consider to get through the office relocation process in an efficient manner.
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  • What Are The Best Long-Term Storage Options For A Piano In A Humid Climate?

    An upright piano can quickly become the focal point or conversation piece of a room -- providing music, ambiance, and an aesthetically pleasing appearance. However, if you find yourself in between permanent housing locations or are dealing with a lack of space in your existing home, you may find it necessary to place your piano into long-term storage. For those in humid climates, the long-term storage of a piano may pose some specific challenges and issues.
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  • Packing Up For A Move? 4 Tips To Optimize Time And Avoid Waste

    Whether you are relocating for work, school, or another reason entirely, it is typically exciting to some extent, mainly because you will be moving into a new city, neighborhood, and home. The most important thing to do is not procrastinate your moving preparations, as waiting until the last minute will make for a more unenjoyable move. Since everything before you load and move revolves around packing, that is what you should focus on.
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  • Tips For Organizing Your Storage Unit

    Few of us invest in a storage unit with intention of it becoming a black hole of items we never see again. Staying organized can help to make sure that your storage unit remains functional and you are able to access items quickly when you need them. Here are some of the important steps to take in organizing storage units. Label Everything Each box should contain an updated list of every item inside the box.
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  • Three Signs You Need To Use A Moving Service For This Move

    Planning a move can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time. One of the most important choices for each move is whether you'll relegate most of the work to a moving service or try and handle all of it on your own. Each of these choices suits a wide range of situations. Here are three signs that your situation would be best handled by using a moving service. 1. You have a flexible moving budget
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  • A Few Tips For Placing Your Belongings In Long-Term Storage

    If you're temporarily moving into a smaller living space, you may be left wondering what to do with all your excess belongings. You could sell them and buy new furniture when you move back into a larger place. However, if you're attached to your things, you'd probably rather put them in storage. If you decide to use a storage unit, you'll want to prepare your belongings so they won't be damaged while they're out of your sight.
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  • Need An Inexpensive Storage Unit? 4 Things To Keep At Home

    Although it is ideal when you are able to store everything that you have and need in your home, this is not always a possibility, especially if you live somewhere with strong seasons. If you would like to rent a storage unit, but want to get one affordably, you should look far away from city centers. Another way to save money is to bypass climate control, but it is essential to know what items not to store inside your unit if you do.
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  • Hiring A Moving Company? How To Ensure That Your Items Are Packed Properly

    If you are hiring a moving company to assist you in your move, you are probably looking forward to having a team of professionals to do all of the heavy lifting and other hard work. However, one thing that you might be concerned about is keeping your items safe when they are being moved. Some people worry about whether or not their valuables and other items are packed properly, but following these tips can help prevent any issues and help ensure that your items arrive at their destination in tip-top shape.
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  • Personal Safety Tips When Accessing Storage Units

    With the need for storage units on the rise, it is important that safety is a factor when renting out space in a storage facility. While many storage units might have a layer of safety or security, it is important for individuals to take extra care and precautions. Here are four personal safety tips to keep in mind if you are planning on renting a storage unit. 1. Pay Extra for a Central Location
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