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How to Store A Refrigerator: A Step-by-Step Guide

Tony Emerson/March 1, 2021March 1, 2021 /12 Comments

A refrigerator is one of the most common appliances that people need to put inside of a self-storage unit. Luckily, storing a fridge is relatively straightforward, but it’s important to take the necessary precautions to…

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Keepin’ It Cool: How to Store Vinyl Records

Tamara Holmes/February 15, 2021February 15, 2021 /3 Comments

Streaming music may hog the spotlight, but for many music aficionados vinyl records remain the format of choice. So much so in fact, sales of LPs totaled 27.5 million units in 2020, continuing a 15-year streak…

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Everything You Need to Know About Self-Storage Locks

SpareFoot/February 11, 2021February 11, 2021 /7 Comments

While self-storage theft is not a common occurrence, you may have heard the occasional horror story on the news. We know that many tenants stash valuable belongings in their self-storage units, so choosing the right…

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How to Store Books Long Term the Right Way

Brian Shreckengast/January 28, 2021January 28, 2021 /1 Comment

When it comes to all the things you might need to store, nothing is quite as precious, and extraordinarily delicate, as your book collection. A person’s book collection offers a glimpse into their soul. Many…

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How to Properly Store Batteries

Tamara Holmes/January 21, 2021January 21, 2021 /Leave a comment

Batteries are unsung heroes. While we turn to them to power everything from flashlights to remote controls to cars, we think about them only when they need to be replaced. If you have batteries that…

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How to Store a Mattress in a Storage Unit the Right Way

Tony Emerson/January 11, 2021January 11, 2021 /11 Comments

Everybody needs a good night’s sleep. If you plan to sleep well after your move, it is important that you store your mattress correctly. Improperly stored, your mattress can become lumpy and uncomfortable. Keep reading…

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How to Completely Clean Out Your Storage Unit Step-by-Step

Emmet Pierce/November 30, 2020November 30, 2020 /3 Comments

The task of cleaning out a storage unit you haven’t visited in awhile can be overwhelming, but experts have strategies in mind to help you attack the job. Professional organizer Julie Naylon of Los Angeles said many people…

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How to Store Your Wedding Dress for Years to Come

Tamara Holmes/November 23, 2020November 23, 2020 /1 Comment

With all of the excitement surrounding your wedding day, it’s easy to get so caught up in the planning that you ignore one important post-wedding detail—what to do with the wedding gown after the big…

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New Bundle of Joy? Here’s How to Prepare Your Home For a Baby

Liz Wolf/November 12, 2020November 12, 2020 /1 Comment

If you have a little bundle of joy on the way, it is time to assess the space in your home, plan a nursery and start making room for the abundance of baby gear that…

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How to Invest in Self Storage Real Estate

Kerry Curry/November 9, 2020November 9, 2020 /Leave a comment

  Self-storage may not have the glamour of high-rise office buildings, luxury hotels or urban apartment lofts, but it should be a strong contender for an individual’s investment portfolio — whether that’s in the form…

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