Home Sweet Home: Making Space in Your House With Temporary Storage

Are you setting up a new home or looking to freshen up your work-from-home space? If you need to spruce up your home after moving or want to make an office more productive, Brooks Mini Storage can help! Our temporary storage options are convenient, secure, and available online now. There are many benefits that self storage units provide, even for a short time. See the difference a little extra space can make in your home!

Temporary Self Storage Tips That Can Expand Your Space

1. Identifying Items for Temporary Storage

Start by evaluating which items in your home are not essential for daily use. This could include seasonal clothing, extra furniture, holiday decorations, or rarely used kitchen gadgets. Storing these items temporarily can free up significant space in your home. Consider separating these items into categories and creating an inventory list. This not only helps in organizing but also ensures you remember what you have stored away when you need to retrieve something.

2. Choosing the Right Storage Unit

Select a storage unit that best fits the volume of items you plan to store. If you’re only storing a few boxes or small furniture, a smaller unit might suffice. However, if you’re looking to store larger items like couches or tables, you’ll need a larger space. Also, consider the location of the storage facility for easy access. Facilities with flexible rental terms are ideal for temporary storage needs as they offer the freedom to store items for as long or as short a period as you need.

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3. Efficient Packing for Easy Access

When packing your items for storage, use sturdy boxes and label them clearly. Group items by category and label each box with its contents and the room it came from. This organization will make it easier to find and retrieve items later. For delicate items, use bubble wrap or packing paper for extra protection. Remember to place items you might need to access more frequently at the front of the storage unit for convenience. 

Need to stock up on packing supplies? Visit the Brooks Mini Storage office on J P Harrison Boulevard. 

Short-Term Storage With Brooks Mini Storage

Temporary self storage isn’t just about making additional room; it’s also about maintaining a clutter-free environment in your home. By keeping infrequently used items in storage, you can enjoy a more organized living space. This can lead to a more peaceful and stress-free home environment, conducive to both work and relaxation. Allow Brooks Mini Storage to be your partner through your short-term and long-term storage needs.

Renting a storage unit to make room at home is easy to do with our online storage rentals. Choose a storage unit from our selection of available options, browse the different sizes and features to find the perfect fit for your situation, and then rent or reserve your space right through our website. Find more space for your belongings today!

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Paige Weary

About the Author: Paige is a Social Media Coordinator at Storage Asset Management in York, PA. She brings the most useful storage tips and tricks to your social media feed and loves a good self-storage pun. Beyond work, Paige spends her free time traveling extensively, her most recent trip being the Andes Mountain region of Bolivia.