Why are there so many self-storage units all over? What is everybody storing? Is there really a need for all of these self-storage facilities? Are they all full to capacity? The answers might actually surprise you.
Well, nearly 40% of storage customers surveyed said they used self-storage for moving purposes. The next largest group surveyed at about 17% said they used storage to de-clutter their home. But there are other reasons why you might need a self-storage unit.
Let Mindful Workspaces and Storage give five reasons for why you would benefit from a self-storage space.
1 – Offsetting the Stresses of Moving
Whether you’re moving to another state or into your first home, moving is a stressful process. Sometimes renting a self-storage unit can provide an answer to some common moving problems. Three typical scenarios for needing self-storage include:
- Downsizing. If you have to move into a smaller home, you might not be able to sort through all your belongings right away. Since there is a lot less room, put the excess stuff into a self-storage unit to sort through once the move is over.
- Staging a home for sale. Realtors suggest renting a small self-storage unit to keep some certain items off-site during the selling process.
- The closing date was pushed back. If you need to be out of your home by one date, but the closing date for your new home won’t happen until later, a self-storage unit is almost going to be a necessity.
2 – De-cluttering the Home
Sometimes, we just have too much stuff in our homes that we have to de-clutter. However, we aren’t always in a position to get rid of the belongings we love and feel we just don’t want to part with. We have a sentimental attachment. So self-storage is a great option so that you don’t have to part with it.
Many will temporarily rent a storage unit so they can slowly de-clutter the home. Those who have a knack for interior decorating also may utilize storage units to house decor they can switch out from time to time.
3 – The Kids Move Back In
A common issue when kids come back from college, or life has changed courses for them, is that they move back home. When this happens, they need a place to keep all of the stuff they had when they were out on their own. Surely, they can’t keep it at mom and dad’s place. So self storage units are full of furniture, beds, and the belongings of those who have moved back home.
4 – Keeping Vehicles Safe
People use self-storage for more than just their cars. Most of the time it will be expensive, large vehicles like RV’s and boats, that they can’t keep in certain neighborhoods or condos. Many times people store motorcycles, dirtbikes, ATVs, and vehicles similar that are more like toys. Most people don’t have a large enough driveway or garage to keep their toys, so storage units are often one of the more affordable storage options.
5 – Keeping Your Home Based Business Organized
Did you ever try to start a business and have it take over your entire home? At first, it seems like a smart way to save money, but eventually, it starts to take over the whole house and garage. Many small business owners rent storage units as an affordable way to keep track of inventory and stay organized. Common businesses that find value in self-storage include carpenters & contractors, retail shop owners, as well as salesman & service professionals.
So regardless of why someone decides to rent a self-storage unit, like the one’s offered at Mindful Workspaces & Storage, there are many reasons for doing so.