Self storage is not the only option you have when storing items of importance short term or long terms. In today’s article, we will take a look at those other options and present you with the information you need to make an informed decision.
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Self storage options to consider.
Let’s take a quick look at the options you have for self storage:
- Portable storage containers such as Pods or shipping containers.
- Attic or basement storage spaces.
- Using the storage space of Family or Friends.
Now let’s take a look at the pros and cons of each.
The pros and cons.
The newest “craze” in storage is the use of pods and shipping containers, and to be sure, they have their advantages. They are very secure. They can be transported right to your driveway and then shipped to a future location if you are moving.
They are also expensive; despite ads you may have seen to the contrary, considerably more expensive than two of the other options on the list above.
Attic or basement? They are as secure as your house is secure, which may or may not be a good thing. They are not, however, secure from rodents and insects, and they are not secure from the ravages of extreme temperatures. If you are storing valuables, you need some sort of climate control system in that attic or basement or garage. On the flip side, this is obviously a very affordable option.
Using storage space of family and friends comes with its own problems, namely the fact that you really have no control over the security of your possessions. If you are leaving for months, you better have great faith in those family members or friends. The pros: inexpensive option for sure.
And finally, you could purchase a small shed, the type you might find at a Home Depot or Lowes. They can usually be purchased for a few hundred dollars, they are easy to construct, and they will provide storage solutions for years to come. However, they are not secure at all. A ten-year-old with a crowbar could break into one, and is that really a thought you are comfortable with?
Self storage pros and cons.
Self storage units are rented by the month, meaning no long-term commitment. They are, in some cases, very secure, and secure self storage is definitely what you want. Many storage places offer climate control self storage, meaning your possessions will be safe from extreme temperatures.
The only valid con to self-storage is that it is not always convenient. Depending upon the storage company you deal with, you may only be able to access your stuff during business hours. There is also the fact that you will need to drive to the facility whenever you want something out of your storage unit, which can be a royal pain if you need it immediately.
We have attempted to remain neutral while writing this article and present you with unbiased facts. Self-storage really is an individual decision. Each case is different. Weight your options and make the decision which works best for you.
A final word about Mouser Self Storage.
Mouser Self Storage and our sister company, Blue Mound 287 Self Storage, are locally owned and operated. Call us today and ask us about our car storage, RV self-storage, boat storage units, and also our small hobby shops.