Congratulations on your choice to learn beyond the walls of a university! Studying abroad is a great opportunity to learn in a different environment while taking in new sights and a new culture, but figuring out what to pack and what to do with your belongings can be...
Placing your goods in storage is a great way to de-clutter your home. It'll open up plenty of closet, garage and shelf space too. Deciding to place items into storage means they're important enough for you to keep, and that means placing them in the right boxes that...
If you are moving to Philadelphia, aka "The city of brotherly love," "Philly" or the "Birthplace of America," then you are in for an exciting new life full of art, culture and delicious cuisine! You will be living in a city with historical significance, great sports...
Business storage options can vary based on the type of industry you're in. Whether you're in small or big business, pharmaceutical or public relations industries, there is the right business storage program for you. Opting for storage for your business offers the...
Seasons change, and now it is time to think about winter storage. You have limited space in your home, and you will probably have more need for sweaters and snow shovels than swim suits and picnic baskets. Here are some things you might want to consider for winter...
You've just moved into your new home in the big city, returned the rental truck and settled in. Now you are ready to explore the city! Before you head out you should remember that safety in a big city is an important issue. Here are some tips for safety in a big...
After the hot summer months, it’s refreshing to witness the turn of the leaves and the drop in temperature of fall, but while you’re enjoying that pumpkin spice latte, don’t forget that winter is right around the corner. If you’re a homeowner, this means there are...
The city of Chicago (AKA, the windy city) has many unique climate considerations, especially when you will be storing your goods here for an extended period of time. Not only is the city very windy as it's nickname implies, but it can also drop to very frigid...
Is your linen closet a disaster? Do you have piles of wadded-up sheets and towels hanging off the shelves with set-in wrinkles? It's probably time to go through your linens, fold items properly, and put them away so that they don't attract dust, silverfish or moths....
Things have changed a lot in the self-storage industry over the years. We've advanced past storing our belongings in barns, attics, basements, closets or garages. All of those options take up valuable space in the home and create clutter. During the 1950s and 60s,...
Safety -- it's one of the most important items you should look for when selecting a rental storage unit. When we put our stuff in storage, roll the door down and lock the lock, we expect the items to be exactly the way we left them when we open it the next time. And,...
Photos often hold great sentimental value. Even though you may not have enough table space to display all of the pictures you love, you still want to hold onto them for decades, maybe even your whole life! What is the best way to store photos? In this post we will...