Self storage doesn’t have to be a long-term commitment.
At Andrew Porter Ltd’s Self Store, you can store your items for days, weeks or months depending on your needs. And don’t worry if you are not sure exactly how long you will need your unit for, as our customers only need to give a week’s notice and you can access your items at any time.
Here are five fantastic uses for short-term self storage:
In the run up to Christmas, it can be a serious challenge to find somewhere safe to hide your gifts from friends and family. Keeping presents away from prying eyes can be particularly difficult if you live in a small flat or you are planning to buy large items. Using a self storage unit gives you somewhere safe and secure to keep everything you buy during the festive season. You can then remove your Christmas presents just before the big day itself, knowing there is no chance the surprise will have been ruined.
When you are expecting a new baby, there is a lot of stuff to buy and some of it can take up a lot of space. Many expectant parents like to get prepared for their new arrival weeks or even months before their baby’s due date. But finding room in your home for items like prams, cots, nursery furniture and baby clothes can be tricky. Putting your baby items into short-term storage will give you the chance to declutter your home and create space for all the equipment your little one will need.
The last thing prospective buyers want to see when they are viewing a property is a cluttered and messy home. Having too much furniture can make a house or apartment seem smaller than it actually is and can make your home harder to sell. If you are planning on putting your home on the market, it is a good idea to put some of your belongings into storage so you can get your property looking its absolute best. Potential buyers like to be able to see the potential in a home so keep the number of personal items and pieces of furniture to a minimum. You can keep your items safe and secure in storage until you have accepted a firm offer on your property. And boxing up some of your things for storage will also give you a head start when it comes to moving house.
Students often need to remove all their belongings from their university accommodation during the holidays. This can cause problems for some people, especially those who live overseas or whose parents may no longer have space at home for all their items. Putting some things into self storage at the end of term allows students to travel light whether they are heading home or exploring another part of the world. It also means their possessions will be ready and waiting for them when they are ready to move back into accommodation at the start of a new term. Andrew Porter Ltd even offers the use of a rental van free of charge to take your items to and from your storage unit.
If you’re planning to get stuck into some DIY, you may want to consider clearing some space in your home before you get started. Emptying the room you are planning to work in will make life much simpler and avoid items becoming splattered with paint or damaged. Taking all the furniture out before redecorating will also make it easier for you to create a new look as you will have a blank canvas to work with and you can play around with the layout of the room.
