Store and Move Forward: Expert Tips for Temporary Storage as You Move
Transitions like moving, downsizing, or awaiting the completion of your dream home are exciting opportunities for new beginnings. Self storage offers a solution to streamline these periods of change. Georgetown Self Storage in Georgetown, DE, understands life’s transitions and is here to help you manage your belongings with ease. Here are five essential tips for maximizing the benefits of temporary storage to ensure a smooth transition.
1. Declutter to Move Ahead
Moving provides an excellent opportunity to declutter and organize your belongings. Before storing items, evaluate each piece and decide whether it’s truly necessary to bring along to your new space. Consider donating, selling, or discarding items you haven’t used recently. Keep what matters most to you, store essentials securely, and let go of the rest to prepare for your new beginning.
2. Assess Your Storage Needs to Rent the Right Fit
Select the type of storage unit that best aligns with your specific requirements. Indoor and outdoor units have their own unique sets of benefits, and one might be better suited to protect your items than another.
- Drive-Up Storage Units: Commonly chosen to store heavy or frequently swapped-in-and-out belongings.
- Temperature-Controlled Units: Commonly chosen to store temperature-sensitive items that would become damaged in extreme or fluctuating temperatures.
Georgetown Self Storage offers diverse storage options to ensure your belongings remain safe, accessible, and well-preserved throughout your transition.
Another consideration when renting storage is how much space you actually need to hold all your items. Our online storage calculator makes this step easy. Enter into the tool the items you plan to store, and it will produce a suggestion for a storage unit size. You can also contact our office to discuss your needs thoroughly with one of our experts.
3. Organize, Label & Simplify
Investing time upfront to organize your storage space effectively can save significant stress and effort later.
We recommend using clear plastic bins to easily see their contents and clearly labeling all boxes and containers for quick identification. Creating an inventory list will help maintain an accurate record of your belongings, making retrieval much more efficient. Find a labeling system that works for you. Any reference will make it easier on your future self.
As you are packing your storage unit, place frequently accessed items toward the front of your storage unit for convenience in your next visit. Tuck away valuable items or items you plan to store on a longer-term basis closer to the back of your unit, out of the way. Read more of our expert packing tips.
4. Avoid Storing Non-Compliant Items
Keep your storage unit safe, clean, and compliant by avoiding the storage of prohibited items:
- Food and perishables: Can attract pests.
- Lithium batteries and flammable materials: Pose fire hazards.
- Living beings (animals or people): Storage units are unsuitable for habitation.
- Appliances containing liquids: Risk mold and mildew.
5. Prioritize Security & Gain Peace of Mind
What efforts does a self storage facility make to secure its grounds? Georgetown Self Storage offers a secure facility with gated and fenced boundaries, keypad-controlled authorized entry, and recording cameras to protect your belongings.
Move Forward with Confidence Renting Temporary Storage
Whether your transition is short-term or extended, Georgetown Self Storage provides reliable storage solutions that allow you to focus confidently on your next steps. Visit us on Bedford Street in Georgetown, DE, or call 302-855-9800 to find a temporary storage unit to fit your needs.
Secure your storage space today and experience the freedom a little more space can provide!
