In an attempt to fit as much as possible into a small storage unit, individuals will often pile everything they can on top of each other. The problem with this is, when the time comes to remove a few items from the storage unit, finding the few items you need can seem virtually impossible. Add to that the need to physically move hundreds or even thousands of pounds worth of other items in order to access the ones that you need, and the option of simply buying a replacement item suddenly seems far more attractive.…
If you heat your house with wood, by taking a few simple precautions this winter, you can prevent termites from finding their way from your woodpile to your house.
Store Your Wood Away From Your House
The easiest way to keep termites from migrating from your woodpile to your house is to store your wood away from your house. Stacking your wood up right next to your house invites termites to make the short journey from your yummy woodpile to all that yummy wood that makes up your house.…
Do you need to get rid of a lot of items in an attic so it can be renovated? You don’t have to sell or give anything away that you want to keep because you can place the items in a self-storage unit. In this article, learn what type of storage unit is the most ideal for long-term storage needs and the cost of a monthly rental.
What Type of Self-Storage Unit is Ideal for a Long-Term Use?…
Keys and locks are important components of modern society. In order to preserve privacy, solidify security, and protect property, you need to make sure that you you have trustworthy, reliable lock. When you use a lock, however, you introduce a problem: what happens if you lose your key or your lock stops working? On the one hand, you can replace your locks with a new lock whenever you have a problem, but it can be cheaper and more effective to simply have your old lock repaired, your key replaced, or to call on a locksmith to provide other lock repair services.…
If you’re getting ready to sell your home, you want it to look as great as possible before you show it to potential buyers. You do whatever you can to keep the place clean, but you might end up forgetting the closets. Storing many of the items you currently have in your closet in a storage facility can help make your closets look bigger, attracting more buyers. This guide explains the steps to clear your closets and store your excess belongings in a storage facility.…
Technology has permeated all industries, including the real estate one. As a potential home buyer, there are some applications that you can use (or will soon use) to view houses without actually visiting them. Here are three examples:
Viewing 3D Virtual Tours
A three-dimensional (3D) virtual tour enables you to view all the rooms and features of a house online. In essence, you will be viewing the cyber version of the exact house in which you are interested.…
Self storage units are a great place to store items you only use during certain times of the year, such as seasonal clothing. Unfortunately, self storage units can also be home to extreme temperatures, humidity levels, and even pests. Consequently, if you fail to take steps to protect your clothing, there is a good chance that you will return to find these items badly damaged or destroyed.
Thankfully, the tips below can help you to avoid this problem:…
There are several types of termites residing in the United States, including subterranean termites, drywood termites, Formosan termites and dampwood termites. While certain types are more prevalent in some regions than others, there are termites everywhere. The most common type of termite affecting buildings and homes across the country are subterranean termites, a type of termite that burrows under the ground and can survive just about anywhere. These pests are highly destructive!…
Some goods are easy to pack away and not worry about again until you take them out of the self storage unit. Most decorations, small appliances, and bedding items fall into this category. Other items, such as knives, blender blades, and razors must be packed with safety in mind so someone does not accidentally become injured when they’re removed from storage. Here are a few tips to help you safely store those sharp and dangerous items.…
Though tiny, bees are an integral part of the food supply across the globe because they help pollinate crops so they bear fruit. In other words, bees should be protected and not killed unnecessarily. It can be tough to remember this fact if you have an infestation of bees in your home. It might be more tempting to apply an insecticide and wash your hands of the problem, but that’s not fair to the bees or to human beings who need food to survive.…
