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Why You Should Rent a Storage Unit During Your Move

Posted on: November 21, 2019 | by: Lighthouse Self Storage November 24, 2019

Storage Unit in West Palm Beach

Anyone who has moved house before knows that it is an incredibly stressful and time-consuming process. There is a lot of planning involved and often those plans have to stay flexible should any unforeseen complications arise.

It might seem like the simplest option is to pack up all your things and get them to your new place as quickly as possible. However, you might want to consider renting a storage unit during your move.

Whether you need extra space in the home you’re selling to stage rooms for showings or you want to give yourself extra time to unpack your belongings in the new house, a storage unit can solve all sorts of problems.

Here are the top benefits of renting a storage unit in West Palm Beach during a big move.

Pros of Renting a Storage Unit While Moving

Make your home more saleable

If you rent a storage unit before selling your home, it will allow you to clear away clutter and rearrange your home. This makes staging easier for you or your realtor and can show prospective buyers the full potential of the space, while also tricking the eye into thinking the home is larger than it is.

This will also make it easier for you or a cleaning service to spruce up the home and make it really shine.

Buy extra time for packing and unpacking

If you think that your move will be more time-consuming and stressful than you can manage, renting a storage unit can alleviate some of this strain. This will allow you to take your time when it comes to sorting through your belongings and deciding what will accompany you to your new home.

Not only will you be able to give yourself more breathing room to prepare for the big moving day, but you don’t have to rush to offload possessions that you might regret getting rid of at a later time. You will also learn quickly what belongings are closest to your heart if you can’t bear to have them removed from the home and put in storage. This is an excellent way to figure out your priorities when it comes to sorting things into ‘keep’ and ‘donate’ piles.

Just remember, it’s important to clearly label everything that you put into storage before a move. Otherwise, you might spend hours looking for missing objects or furniture and actually make the move a lengthier process.

Read More: How To Pack and Organize for Storage in West Palm Beach, FL

Keep your space clear as you renovate

Usually, there are at least a few tweaks that need to be done to any newly purchased home, but sometimes the renovations are more extensive. Either way, you may require a bit of extra space while these fixes are being carried out. Renting a storage unit can be a great and simple way to make extra room for yourself and to relieve some of the pressure.

A lot of us feel that we should try to get our new homes fully moved-in and decorated as quickly as possible. But this is not always possible and can really add stress to the process, especially when you are trying to repaint rooms or change the kitchen countertops at the same time.

Organizing a more compartmentalized move can make things much easier. That’s why a lot of people opt to place some of their things in storage and move into their new home over the course of a few weeks or even a few months depending on the extent of renovations to the home.

Hold stuff you can’t take with you

Renting a storage unit is almost essential if you are planning on downsizing your home or are moving abroad temporarily.

When downsizing, it’s only to be expected that your new home won’t be able to hold all your things and if you do not want to donate, sell, or throw away the excess, then they will have to be placed into storage. It is a far better idea to rent the storage unit before you move so that you aren’t faced with the tricky task of sorting and moving in simultaneously.

When you are planning an exciting move abroad, it can be very difficult to ship all of your worldly possessions to another country. An easier option is to pack the essentials and store everything else in a unit. Once you have settled into your new home, you can pick up those household goods at an affordable price, knowing that your possessions are waiting for you when you move back home.

Features to Look for in a Storage Unit While Moving

Online Payments

If you plan on storing your belongings near your old home, it won’t be convenient to make monthly or quarterly trips to the facility to pay the rental fees. Instead, you should look for a modern facility that offers an online payment system. Not only will this save you lots of time traveling back and forth, but you will also be able to more easily keep track of your budget.

Read More: 5 Easy to Follow Moving Tips

Robust Security Features

It is likely that among the things you will be putting in storage while moving will be furniture, family photos or heirlooms, and everything else you don’t require on a daily basis. These belongings are still precious and deserve to be properly looked after. This means you should look for a unit that offers state of the art security measures, such as monitored cameras and a modern alarm system.

Spacious Facilities

If you’re placing large pieces of furniture into storage, such as couches, wardrobes, or tables, you will want a facility that has spacious elevators which can accommodate your things. And if you plan on storing things year round, consider a storage facility that is equipped to handle hurricane season: that means concrete units and enough room for your vehicles or outdoor furniture.

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Recent surveys show that 41% of consumers rent out space to facilitate moving, while 17% need the extra space to declutter their home. Self-storage units are becoming more and more popular nowadays, considering the need to maximize on the reduced size of living spaces. If you live in California or Florida and are looking for the most convenient and flexible self-storage space, Lighthouse Self Storage has got you covered. Lighthouse Self Storage Facilities has a wide range of world-class storage units that are built to meet your specific needs. Below are some of the exceptional self-storage solutions you can expect:

Self-Storage for Homeowners and Students

If you are moving, staging a home or consolidating homes, our excellent, clean, and secure units will come in handy for your storage needs. If you are a student emptying your dorm, Lighthouse offers many storage solutions for your needs and items large and small. Our storage units will keep your furniture, books, bedding, clothing, electronics, and furniture safe and secure. Why haul heavy items back and forth, miles across the country when you can rent storage whenever you need it? We are convenient and flexible to meet your needs.

Car, Boat, and RV Storage

If you are traveling, you need not leave your precious vehicle, boat, or RV at the mercy of the elements. If your garage will not fit all your toys, consider taking out some spacious motor vehicle storage at Lighthouse Self Storage for them. This way, they will remain secure and intact, and you get to have peace of mind during your trip.

Climate Controlled Storage Units

Lighthouse Self Storage has an excellent selection of climate controlled units, specially made indoor units designed to protect your property from the damaging effects of drastic changes in weather, humidity, and temperature. We offer air conditioned or heated units to keep constant indoor conditions for all of your items and their storage needs. These climate controlled units are perfect for items that need to be in a controlled environment, such as wines and spirits. If you are storing fabrics, wooden items, electronics, family heirlooms, documents, and soft metallic items, our climate controlled storage units offer a home-like atmosphere for temperature sensitive and unique articles.

Drive-up Storage

This kind of storage is exceedingly convenient for businesses and homeowners looking to store copious amounts of property, and need to reduce the hauling distance and effort. With our drive-up storage, you will not have to incur extra costs on movers' hourly fees by taking days to transfer your items. You get to drive up to your unit, unpack or belongings, and continue on with your day. It’s that simple.

Business Storage Solutions

You no longer have to worry about extra space, rent overheads, or idle property during off-peak business seasons. Whether you need to store machinery, essential documents, or inventory, our business storage solutions will cater to all of your needs. We have worked successfully with many law firms, e-commerce stores, and contractors to keep their essential business property safe. Visit us today to find out more about our business storage solutions.

Hurricane Season Storage

The last thing you should be stressing about is your valuable outdoor property, which is likely to be destroyed in the event of a storm. You may also need to clear out a safe room to use it for shelter. If you have any lawn and patio furniture, consider taking out safe storage for it with Lighthouse. Our concrete self-storage units will give your valuables the safety and security they will need to protect them from damage. Our storage units can also come in handy during the winter when you need to protect your valuables from the biting cold.

Rent storage space with us today!

If you are in Southern California or Florida, Lighthouse Storage is an excellent solution for all your self-storage needs. Our storage units are secure, well-lit, and clean to ensure optimal care for your valuables.

Please contact us at (866) 483-3455 for more information about our new facility for self storage in Cooper City. You can also drop by any of our storage facilities to get a free quote on any storage solution that fits your needs.

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