Self storage can be an extremely useful resource that helps homeowners and business leaders over short or long term periods. People who have not previously taken up any form of self storage may be missing out, unaware of the myriad of reasons why self storage is a worthwhile investment. Often, self storage just makes life easier, especially around potentially stressful times. Having your belongings safe, secure and off-site during a time of upheaval can make a real difference.
To help readers understand more about why taking up a storage unit at Bingham Self Storage is a good idea, we have brought together the top five reasons why people use self storage, which you can read below. For more information on self storage, feel free to contact our friendly and knowledgeable team.
1. Extra Space
Sometimes, you just need a bit of extra space. Maybe the kids have finally flown the nest and it’s time to downsize. You might not be able to immediately find space for your bulky items in a smaller home, so some off-site storage is ideal. Or maybe you’re undergoing a bit of a home decor redesign, but you don’t want to let go of your antique furniture right now. It could be out with the old (to self storage) and in with the new furniture at home, either temporarily or for a while until you want to pass on your favourite old table and chairs.
It’s also true that over time you simply accumulate a lot of stuff. We often buy, make or inherit so many items that we don’t have anywhere to really put them and they end up clogging up the loft or understairs cupboard. In such a scenario, it would be a good idea to free up space in your home and release some of your belongings into self storage. It’s really easy to accumulate items and nobody wants to have a home that’s too cluttered.
2. Temporary Storage
Self storage can often be the ideal solution to a temporary problem. One of the most common uses for self storage is for when people are moving house, which is arguably one of the most stressful times in a person’s life. It can make life a whole lot easier if you take up some temporary self storage space, ready to hold items before, during and after the big moving day. Having a place off-site for your belongings can help you to really assess what you have and what you need, and whether there’s space for everything in your new home. It could even be a life-saver if you’re waiting for your new home to become available due to construction delays or issues further up the chain, because we all know it never goes entirely to plan!
Another common temporary self storage use is during times of temporary relocation. Maybe you’ve been given a job assignment that requires you to move for a while or maybe you’re heading travelling for a while and are giving up your accommodation in order to do so. In any relocation situation, self storage is here to help.
3. Business Storage
Self storage is also very useful to a range of businesses and business storage is one of our most popular packages. Having a place away from your place of business to store items can help to drive efficiency and growth in your business, while making life that bit easier. Some businesses choose to store excess inventory or seasonal items in storage units when they’re not immediately needed, while others choose to store their large specialised equipment in storage during periods of decreased demand for those services. And we all know running a business means a lot of documentation and bureaucracy, so having a place to hold all your important documents and records can be really helpful and free up space on site.
4. Seasonal Storage
We all have items we only need at certain points in the year. Whether it’s bulky Christmas decorations or heavy winter clothing, many homeowners simply don’t have anywhere to store it for the large part of the year where it’s not being used. The last thing you want to do is clutter up your home with items you only used for a few weeks out of the year and taking up a self storage unit is a great way to alleviate this. The same is also true for summer items like outdoor furniture, camping equipment and beach day items, all of which can be stored away during the winter months. Ski enthusiasts even turn to self storage to hold all their skis, boots, skiwear and other ski equipment when it’s not ski season. Basically, if you have items in your home that you don’t need all year round, why not put them into self storage?
5. Secure Storage
Security is another significant factor which leads people to take up a self storage unit. Self storage locations like Bingham Self Storage offer 24/7 CCTV around the clock, deterring any potential criminals. There’s also on-site management personnel available to address any security concerns, plus the facility can only be accessed via a private road. This leads homeowners and business owners to trust facilities like ours with a number of their valuable assets, knowing they will be safe here.
In Summary
Hopefully by reading this guide to the most common reasons people use self storage, you will fully understand the potential benefits. Whether you’ve run out of space at home, you’re in the process of moving house, you have bulky seasonal items clogging up space or you’re a business looking to expand, self storage can help.
For more information on the self storage options available here at Bingham Self Storage, contact our team.
