Tips for College Student Storage (& What to Avoid Doing)

College students, are you tired of dealing with all your belongings in between semesters? Leave them with Brooks Mini Storage in Kinston NC to keep them safe until it is time to move into a new school apartment in the fall. We offer state college storage units that are sure to handle your storage units while also fitting into your budget. Follow our tips below to avoid making some of the most common college student storage mistakes we see!

What to Avoid Doing When It Comes to College Student Storage

Taking an Unorganized Approach to Packing

As a college student who is constantly moving between locations, you surely have random belongings spread across your home, school housing, and vehicle. Throwing a storage unit into the make your life easier, but you have to be organized about it. We recommend making a list of what you are packing into storage, so you can reference it later.

Renting Too Big or Too Small of a Storage Unit

Too much space is a waste of money, but too little space will not get the job done. If you are unsure what size storage unit you should rent, visit our online storage calculator, or talk to one of our storage experts. They are available during office hours in person or by phone to answer any storage questions.

Not Getting Storage Insurance

Is your storage unit protected? In the event of damage, your storage insurance is what protects the value of that storage unit’s contents. Brooks Mini Storage offers multiple storage insurance options.

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Brooks Mini Storage in Kinston NC

Interested in finding your Kinston NC storage nearby? Brooks Mini Storage makes it easy to find state college storage units by renting in person, over the phone, and online. Look through our college student storage options to find the right one for you! Rent or reserve your storage solution online!


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Katie Mest

About the Author: Katie Mest is an SEO Specialist at Storage Asset Management in York, PA. She specializes in writing about the self storage industry, including storage tips and helpful resources. Outside of work, Katie enjoys camping, hiking, and exploring the outdoors with her newly adopted Greyhound rescue, Titan.