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How to Handle Your Last-Minute Move
Whether the last month of your lease snuck up on you, you’ve been offered a new job in a different city, or some other major life development has emerged to force your hand, you might need to move with short notice. Even with a month to plan, those days leading up to a big move can be stressful, draining, and frustrating, with all those feelings likely to be worse the shorter your window is to make preparations. Fortunately, Access Self Storage is here to help you keep your head on your shoulders with these last-minute moving and packing tips.
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Organizing Business Inventory in Storage
Are you paying office rent rates for items you could store? Many business owners rely on self storage facilities to avoid costly leases and store inventory and business supplies. Most business offices lack enough storage space for inventory, supplies, samples, and paperwork. This can easily lead to an inefficient and messy office. Renting self storage with a month-to-month lease can help you streamline your business and keep track of your inventory and supplies, but it's important to store your inventory properly to avoid problems later. Here are some tips for storing inventory in a self storage unit.
ReadA Guide to Self-Storage Locks
The most important thing you can do to protect your belongings in a storage unit is to choose a secure, well-maintained facility. The second thing? Choosing the right lock. Here's a look at the many types of locks you can use to secure your belongings against theft.
ReadAdvice for Using Self Storage for a Long-Term Trip
There's nothing as exciting as embarking on a long journey. Of course, it also leaves you with a long to-do list of things to get done before you can leave. After getting the bills paid up and planning what to do with the pets, it's important to give some thought as to what you can do to protect your belongings and valuables while you're gone.
ReadGuide to Student Self Storage
Whether you need to store your belongings while you study abroad or over the summer break or you just don't have enough space in your dorm room or apartment, a self-storage facility can be the perfect solution, offering convenient and affordable storage space. This guide will help you choose the right storage company, select the right unit, and pack your items efficiently to save you time and money.
ReadEasy Strategies for an Organized Storage Unit
Whether you are going to declutter your home, prepare for a move, or store seasonal items, don't underestimate how important it is to have an organization plan in place. The last thing you want is a storage unit packed full of items with no idea how to find anything -- or even what you have stored.
ReadMeet Our Newest Team Member
Access Self Storage is proud to announce our newest team member, Manny Zamora. Manny has been hired as a Senior Operations Manager overseeing the operations of 6 of our self-storage centers.
ReadWhy Businesses Need Self-Storage
Small business owners around the country face a wide range of problems, from bringing more customers in the door to getting through tax season. One problem that's often overlooked is space. A cluttered storefront isn't just unprofessional looking, it can keep customers away. Clutter can also make it difficult to get work done, find important paperwork or keep necessary documents safe from fire or water damage. More and more, small business owners are turning to self storage facilities like Access Self Storage to efficiently manage their space.
ReadHow to Prepare a Four-Wheeler for Storage
While ATVs may not require the same level of maintenance you would give a car, it's still important to take the necessary steps to keep your four-wheeler in working order before you put it into storage. Whether you're storing your ATV for the winter, for a year, or for longer, a self-storage unit will protect your toy from the elements. Here are some important tips to keep in mind to keep your ATV protected and ensure it's ready to go when you are.
ReadTop 5 Storage Mistakes
Access Self Storage has been a leading industry expert since 1976. As I'm sure you can imagine, we have plenty of dos and don'ts collected from the travails of customers throughout our 44-year history. A poll of our employees has yielded our list of the Top 5 Storage Mistakes NOT to make:
ReadThe Best 2 Tips to Sell Your Home Faster
Buying a home is one of the largest investments most people will make in their lifetime. The recent instability in the housing market has undoubtedly caused headaches for many homebuyers and sellers.
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