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How Self Storage Can Help You While Moving

Whether local or cross-country, moving is one of the most stressful activities for many renters and homeowners. From acclimating your family to a new town to finding the perfect moving storage solution, there’s a lot to keep track of while maintaining your daily routine. At Instorage Self Storage in Stanton, CA, we can help you […]

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How to Decorate Your Yard for Halloween

Whether you’re obsessed with Halloween or just want to prepare your home for the year’s spookiest holiday, Halloween decorations are an important part of the festivities in Houston, TX. This year, stand out from the crowd without crowding your living space. At Hwy 6 Self Storage, we can help with tips for everything from creative […]

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What to Know Before Camping at a National Park

If you’re looking for an affordable way to enjoy the great outdoors, camping at a national park could be the perfect choice. Many parks accommodate campers at designated grounds. More adventurous types can go the no-frills, wild route on amenity-free yet legal land. These tips from Total Storage Solutions, a leading self storage provider in […]

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How to Sort Through Your Family’s Items

The time after a major life event is already difficult. Whether a relative has passed or a family member must downsize after retirement, going through belongings can be fraught with anxiety. Having a plan can make the process a little less overwhelming. From renting self storage to hiring clean-out professionals, there are many ways of […]

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How to Become a Homeowner Before Age 30

We’ve all heard the dire news about millennial homeownership; according to some, it’s virtually impossible. If you’re convinced the time is right to become a homeowner, ignore the naysayers. These tips from Five Star Storage in Van Alstyne, TX, will help you prepare to own your first home. Should you really become a homeowner right […]

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How Often Should You Visit Your Storage Unit

So, you’ve got a storage unit. Congratulations! Now, you may be wondering about just how often you should visit. After all, it’s your stuff. As a general rule of thumb, most people only need to pop into their unit once every month or two. However, delicate or expensive items may call for a little more […]

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When Self Storage is Useful in Life Transitions

Change can be a good thing. Marriage, job promotions, and growing your family are life transitions that inspire hope and joy. On the other hand, divorce, job loss, or the death of a loved one can cause total upheaval. While you can’t prevent certain events, staying organized during periods of change can help you maintain […]

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5 Things That Should Always be Stored in Climate-Controlled Units

Plenty of sunny days and mild winters make Peoria, AZ a pleasant place to live. But heat and other weather conditions can be hard on certain types of items, even if they’re stored indoors. While standard self storage is fine for many household goods, climate control protects fragile and valuable items. No matter where you […]

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How to Make Your Move With Pets in Tow

No matter how excited you are about moving into a new home, the process can be incredibly stressful for people and pets. Moving with pets doesn’t have to be a nightmare, though. The Total Storage Solutions team has helped make relocating easier for many self storage customers in Moreno Valley, CA and other communities. We […]

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