Keeping Your Belongings in Storage

Posted on: 26 March 2020

When you find that you have too many items and not enough places to store them, self-storage is a useful way to keep them safe. However, it's natural to want to remain within a budget before renting a unit. If you're looking to save money on your storage costs, here are some easy ways to do so.

Find New Customer Discounts

Although not all unit providers offer new customer discounts, some will. This could mean receiving a couple of months free when you hire them for a certain period. Or, they could include reductions when you refer a friend.

When it comes to renewing your unit hire period, it's worth looking at whether choosing a new provider could help you save money. Alternatively, you could approach your existing provider to see if they're willing to offer a discount to stop you from going elsewhere.

Calculate Your Needs Accurately

If you're leading a hectic lifestyle, it's tempting to just take a rough guess at how much space you need. But when you do this, you may find yourself paying for a unit that's unnecessarily large. 

Make an inventory of the items you need to store and figure out how much space they require. You may find that it's easier to place everything into boxes first. If you're struggling to generate accurate space requirements, ask your storage provider to help you with your calculations.

Consider Sharing With Someone

You may find that you need somewhere to store your goods, but the units you're looking at are too big for your current requirements. When that's the case, it's always worth asking someone else to share with you.

Before choosing someone to share your storage space, make sure the provider you're looking at allows this. Additionally, make sure you choose someone who you trust. This is especially important when they will have access to an area where you're keeping items that are worth a lot of money.

Secure Longer Contracts

Before entering into a contract, consider how long you need it for. If there's a strong chance that you'll need to rent your unit for longer than a year, secure a longer contract for a discount. Doing so can work out cheaper than paying on a flexible basis.

Conversely, you should also resist the temptation to sign up for unnecessarily long contracts when you're aware you won't need them. If you only need extra space for a couple of months, it's wise to pay higher flexible unit prices.

To learn more, contact a storage company in your area.