It is often said that moving is one of life’s major events. Often times moving and storage go hand in hand. From the time it takes to plan the big day itself to all the effort that goes into turning off and turning on services, hosting yard sales and much more.
Those who can immediately go from their old home to their new one often don’t have to worry about it – it’s a vitally important consideration when needed.
Keeping your belongings safe during a period between the sale of an old home and moving to a new one has to be one of your top priorities. Al’s Moving and Storage offers some insight into how to go about the process:
How can you approach moving and storage?
There are a few different strategies to consider when it comes to moving and storage. Let’s take a look at them:
SELF-STORAGE: DOING IT YOURSELF
Self-storage can be less expensive than more comprehensive services offered by moving companies and storage providers. Of course, that lowered cost comes with a price that’s paid in mental and physical work on your part.
You’ll need to find the best storage facility for your needs, handling all of the research and comparisons. Then, you’ll have to bring the items to your storage space. If you need to secure a lot of your possessions, that could require many back-and-forth trips or even renting a van or box truck. You’ll have to repeat that process when it comes time to unload the unit.
Self-storage can be very effective in some situations, such as short-term security for a relatively small number of belongings during a local move, but it’s important to recognize the limitations as well.
WORKING WITH AN INDEPENDENT Moving and STORAGE COMPANY
An independent company that provides storage options offers a mix of additional service and increased flexibility. In some cases, the moving agent you work with may not be able to provide a specialized form of storage needed for a specific item, whether a vehicle has to be protected in a fenced, lighted yard or sensitive documents need temperature-controlled storage. A large storage company may have many different service levels and unit sizes, which can make things more convenient.
Working with an independent moving and storage company can also increase the complexity of your move. It may be harder to coordinate the eventual arrival of your belongings because the storage business doesn’t work directly with your movers. You may also encounter increased costs, and no matter what, you’ll have to deal with separate bills from your storage providers and your movers. Weigh these pros and cons as you make your decision.
ACCESSING STORAGE DIRECTLY THROUGH YOUR MOVERS
Movers such as Al’s Moving and Storage offer a variety of moving and storage options. When you work with us to handle moving and storage, you have one trustworthy partner who’s experienced in handling all of these important tasks.
Depending on the individual warehouse, you may also have access to a variety of climate-controlled options, 24/7 self-storage access, secure outdoor storage for vehicles and much more.