Over 2 million people move every year in the United States, and many of those people need to put some of their possessions in storage. The reasons are many. There may be too much stuff to fit in the new place, or there is stuff that just isn’t needed anymore, such as baby clothes. They may be making plans to sell or donate the old stuff or just keep it for sentimental reasons. If this pertains to you, how can you store your stuff, sometimes in the long term, and save money?
Do Some Research
During the chaos of moving, many people who need to store their things simply choose the storage company that’s nearest to where they’re going to live. However, it’s a good idea to shop around for storage companies as you would shop around for any other contractor, especially one that’s going to be responsible for things that you own.
Get Rid of What You Don’t Need
Instead of simply putting items that you don’t need and won’t use on the moving van and then sorting it all out when you get to the new place, get rid of clutter well before your move. Set aside a day or two and separate everything into real or virtual piles. There can be a pile of stuff to donate, a pile to give away, a pile to throw out in the trash, and a pile to take to your new home. This cuts down greatly on the things you’ll need to store, which cuts down on storage expenses.
Don’t Be Afraid to Negotiate
You might be surprised to learn that many storage companies are agreeable to negotiation. Though they might not be top of mind like other businesses, there are tens of thousands of storage companies in the country, and they need to fill their units. Don’t be afraid to ask for a discount or maybe that one unit that needs filling for a reduced price.
Call Your Friend or Relative
Another storage option is to stow your stuff with a friend or relative who has extra space in their garage, attic, or storage shed. If a loved one is already renting a storage unit that’s not full, you might be able to add at least some of your stuff and split the cost.
Get in Touch With Us to Learn More About Storage
If you’ve realized that you need to store some of your items after a move, you’ll want the best deal that keeps them secure. For more tips on how to save money when looking for storage space, don’t hesitate to call our moving professionals at Alpha Moving in Louisville, KY.