Handmade delicate quilts are not just for keeping you warm in the cold winter months, they can also be valuable and family heirlooms!
As time goes by the quilts age and can become very fragile, but by handling the quilts with care will prolong their lives and protect their appearance for a much longer period. Our team of experts at self storage stockport have some tips for protecting your quilts when in self storage:
1. Avoid extreme temperatures - Consider chosing a self storage facility with temperature control. Changes in temperature can damage the material of the quilt.
2. Keep insects out - Rodents and insects will totally destroy your cherished quilts
3. Store your quilts in the dark - Storing in darkness will stop the colours fading over time
Wednesday, 28 October 2015
Wednesday, 21 October 2015
Downsizing Your Home
A smaller property can help reduce your bills and offer you a more affordable lifestyle, but getting rid of your excess belongings is easier said than done! Based on our experience the experts at storage stockport have a few valuable tips:
Think before throwing away - Establish what items you don't need before getting rid of them. The last thing you want to do is throw away items you may need later down the line. Renting a self storage stockport unit will help you keep your items without taking up that much needed space in your new smaller property.
Stay on top - Start packing away your items or putting them into storage well before your move. Leaving it until the last minute will cause added stress!
Let things go - Don't hold on to things you will not need for the sake of it
Think before throwing away - Establish what items you don't need before getting rid of them. The last thing you want to do is throw away items you may need later down the line. Renting a self storage stockport unit will help you keep your items without taking up that much needed space in your new smaller property.
Stay on top - Start packing away your items or putting them into storage well before your move. Leaving it until the last minute will cause added stress!
Let things go - Don't hold on to things you will not need for the sake of it
Wednesday, 14 October 2015
Living In A Self Storage Unit
People who are struggling to make ends meat and are down on their luck may consider making a self storage unit their temporary home and residence. Its considerably cheaper than renting an apartment or booking a hotel room after all!
Believe it or not some people have tried to get away with it, but in all cases these living arrangements cause a hell of alot more trouble than they are worth. Whilst people resort to drastic measures to put a roof over their head residing in a storage unit is certainly not the way to go.
Self Storage Stockport strongly advises to avoid living in a contained storage unit not just for legal reasons, but also the potential health risks which could occur.
Believe it or not some people have tried to get away with it, but in all cases these living arrangements cause a hell of alot more trouble than they are worth. Whilst people resort to drastic measures to put a roof over their head residing in a storage unit is certainly not the way to go.
Self Storage Stockport strongly advises to avoid living in a contained storage unit not just for legal reasons, but also the potential health risks which could occur.
Wednesday, 7 October 2015
Storing Kitchenware
If you have ever picked up a box of damaged glass or porcelain you will know how important it is to pack and store your kitchen items with extra care . Whether you are worried about broken plates and china, smashed glasses or lost kitchen utensils read our advice on keeping your kitchenware protected.
Plates - Do not pack and store your plates and dishes on top of each other. Items such as plates should be packed on their sides.
Glasses - The best way to pack your glasses securely is to purchase specialist glass packing boxes which are made out of cardboard with separators that create separate compartments for each individual glass.
Fragile & Valuable Items - Wrap each fragile possession in some form of felt to act as protection and then further wrap the item in a layer of newspaper for that little extra protection.
Small Kitchen Utensils - Its easy to store all of your utensils in one large box however this could cause you a huge headache. Using this method will cause extra stress when looking for your items when you are ready to unpack. Storage Stockport recommend keeping all of your matching utensils together in separate boxes and packaging.
Wednesday, 30 September 2015
Sharing Your Self Storage Unit
If you are looking at ways to reduce your self storage Stockport costs one thing you could do is to share your unit with someone. By sharing your unit you will be splitting your rent thus reducing the overall cost.
One thing to consider is how well do you know the person you are considering sharing your storage Stockport unit with? If you rent a unit with someone who you do not know very well or who is not responsible then your belongings will not be secure.
To avoid any misunderstandings we recommend you sit down with your self storage roomate and establish clear and transparent ground rules which suit both parties before you sign your storage agreement.
One thing to consider is how well do you know the person you are considering sharing your storage Stockport unit with? If you rent a unit with someone who you do not know very well or who is not responsible then your belongings will not be secure.
To avoid any misunderstandings we recommend you sit down with your self storage roomate and establish clear and transparent ground rules which suit both parties before you sign your storage agreement.
Tuesday, 24 February 2015
Using Self Storage For Business
As well as using storage for personal and household belongings small companies are now beginning to use self storage instead of renting premises. What attracts businesses to Self Storage Stockport is the flexibility, little and short notice period and extremely low overheads removing costs such as rates, electricity and lighting.
Using self storage is perfect for seasonal businesses as it gives you choices. If your business isn't performing as required you can give one month's notice and move on. Alternatively you can down size to a smaller unit, thus reducing your overhead. On the other hand if your business expands and starts to grow you can move to a larger size unit within the same building.
The majority of storage centres are based on the outskirts of town and city centres meaning they have good transport links for delivery's coming in and out of their business. Self Storage units are the perfect base for e-commerce companies where they do not need to have a prestigious property for customers who are wanting to browse such as on the high street.
Small firms like to use storage facilities as along with reduced overheads many storage companies have a front of house reception to accept deliveries. If you need to be out and about and can't take deliveries this is no problem as the storage company will accept them on your behalf.
Monday, 16 February 2015
Questions To Ask Your Potential Storage Provider
1. Do they help you move in?
When choosing to put their belongings into storage many people don't take into consideration just how expensive removal costs can be which can prove to be a very expensive mistake. Van hire can cost anything up to £100 per day depending on the size of vehicle required, so any saving made by using storage can be countered by paying a fortune to hire a van.
Unlike many of our competitors Storage Stockport offers a free collection and delivery service or free van hire meaning there are no extra hidden costs to using self storage.
2. Is there any charge for insurance?
Some self storage centres make insurance compulsory as part of their agreement which can be expensive so check first if this is the case. Whilst in storage your items need to be insured, however this may already be covered by your existing household contents insurance policy so its worth double checking first. If this is the case then show this to your storage provider.
3. Do you need to pay a deposit?
It is certainly worth checking this before you decide which storage provider to use. Some companies ask for a months deposit up front, and then use this against you when you want to move out. It is worth noting that Self Storage Stockport don't charge a deposit at all which can be handy when money is tight.
4. Is there a charge to access your items?
If you need regular access to your items it is essential you check before renting a unit that you can get to your belongings whenever you want at no extra charge.
5. Do you get money back for unused storage days?
The majority of self storage companies charge for your storage in advance which is usually a period of 4 weeks. It is important before choosing your storage company that you read all terms and conditions to ensure you get refunded when you decide to move out if you do so before your storage period has ended. Normally you will be entitled to your refund as long as you adhere to their notice period conditions. There are however some companies who don't refund you if you move out earlier than initially expected and this can make storage expensive so it is essential to check the terms and conditions first.
6. What are their opening hours?
Not all storage centres are open 7 days a week and if you think you will need regular access to your storage unit including over a weekend it is important to chose a storage company who can cater for your needs. Some companies offer 24 hour access but with this comes a surcharge as it is expensive to have facilities open 24/7 and especially if they are manned.
7. How safe are your possessions?
Security should be one of your biggest priorities especially if storing items of value. Check what security the storage centre has in place. All modern storage facilities should have CCTV along with a red care alarm centre as a minimum.
8. How cheap is the storage?
Along with security price is also important when deciding which storage centre to use. The internet is a great place to research storage companies and help you shop around for price. Its worth calling the storage centres you have found on the internet to get them to explain their pricing structure as some can be misleading. Also don't forget to ask for discount and try and haggle!
When choosing to put their belongings into storage many people don't take into consideration just how expensive removal costs can be which can prove to be a very expensive mistake. Van hire can cost anything up to £100 per day depending on the size of vehicle required, so any saving made by using storage can be countered by paying a fortune to hire a van.
Unlike many of our competitors Storage Stockport offers a free collection and delivery service or free van hire meaning there are no extra hidden costs to using self storage.
2. Is there any charge for insurance?
Some self storage centres make insurance compulsory as part of their agreement which can be expensive so check first if this is the case. Whilst in storage your items need to be insured, however this may already be covered by your existing household contents insurance policy so its worth double checking first. If this is the case then show this to your storage provider.
3. Do you need to pay a deposit?
It is certainly worth checking this before you decide which storage provider to use. Some companies ask for a months deposit up front, and then use this against you when you want to move out. It is worth noting that Self Storage Stockport don't charge a deposit at all which can be handy when money is tight.
4. Is there a charge to access your items?
If you need regular access to your items it is essential you check before renting a unit that you can get to your belongings whenever you want at no extra charge.
5. Do you get money back for unused storage days?
The majority of self storage companies charge for your storage in advance which is usually a period of 4 weeks. It is important before choosing your storage company that you read all terms and conditions to ensure you get refunded when you decide to move out if you do so before your storage period has ended. Normally you will be entitled to your refund as long as you adhere to their notice period conditions. There are however some companies who don't refund you if you move out earlier than initially expected and this can make storage expensive so it is essential to check the terms and conditions first.
6. What are their opening hours?
Not all storage centres are open 7 days a week and if you think you will need regular access to your storage unit including over a weekend it is important to chose a storage company who can cater for your needs. Some companies offer 24 hour access but with this comes a surcharge as it is expensive to have facilities open 24/7 and especially if they are manned.
7. How safe are your possessions?
Security should be one of your biggest priorities especially if storing items of value. Check what security the storage centre has in place. All modern storage facilities should have CCTV along with a red care alarm centre as a minimum.
8. How cheap is the storage?
Along with security price is also important when deciding which storage centre to use. The internet is a great place to research storage companies and help you shop around for price. Its worth calling the storage centres you have found on the internet to get them to explain their pricing structure as some can be misleading. Also don't forget to ask for discount and try and haggle!
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