Finding The Right Fit: Self Storage In Texas

Choosing a storage unit in Texas can be overwhelming at first. After all, there are nearly 5,000 storage facilities in Texas alone. Finding the right storage facility is easy with the right tools and a little planning. First, determine what kind of unit you need. Most people are fine with a standard unit, but if you're planning to store clothing or delicate antiques, you may want to invest in climate-controlled storage that will keep your unit at a consistent temperature. Standard units vary greatly in size, from 5x5 (the size of a standard closet) to 10x30, which is enough room for a car and some extra items. If you need to store a vehicle, many storage facilities also have outdoor parking spaces to help you free up your garage or driveway space at home. Use a storage calculator like this one to find the right size unit and configuration for the items you're storing. If you're a sommelier, you might be interested in wine storage. More and more facilities are entering this niche market. Often, you can rent one shelf to hold a certain number of cases of wine. The facility will keep your vino at the perfect temperature with little effort on your part. You can whittle down results by amenities, like wine storage, on a storage facility site like StorageFront. Once you have a list of potential facilities, try to visit each one to get a look at where your stuff would live. You should ask to see a unit to make sure it's dry and secure. Even better, check out the exact unit you would be assigned. Ask about renting a truck from the facility on moving day to make your life easier. Some facilities even offer the use of their truck free of charge. Once you're ready to move in, make sure you have furniture pads to keep your furniture from getting scratched, dollies to make transportation easier, and packing supplies like tape, bubble wrap, boxes, packing paper and markers. Use standard-size boxes for easier stacking and to fit more into your storage unit. Find more great tips on types of storage, packing and moving in here. Soon you'll be on your way to smart self storage in Texas!

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