Summer is gone and fall is all around us with its beautiful colors and milder temperatures. Before we know it the holiday season will be here. As with any season, many individuals change draperies, bedding, move furniture around and change décor. Are you considering changing décor and have no place to put your spring and summer items? Years ago our grandparents used containers in the home and stored items with moth balls until the next season. However, in today’s world even though our homes are somewhat larger than back then, we still don’t have enough space for our out-of season items. Is that your issue? Consider using a storage unit. A storage unit could be a good remedy to store your items until spring and then add your fall and winter items for storage until the next season.

Now, this type of storage can’t be done by anyone. For safe-keeping of your valuables you need a reputable moving and storage company. Moving and storage companies will come and pick up your items, wrap them for secure transport and storage in their climate-controlled facility for any length of time.

I stress using a reputable moving and storage company because there is no other way to ensure every item will be handled appropriately. Storing your items in this type of facility is just like leaving your items at home. Every item moving into storage usually goes through inventory, is tagged and crated for storage. Your storage unit is generally accessible by you and the storage company’s staff only. Normally with a simple phone call ahead of time you can have access to your items.

Storage is also needed when transitioning from one home to next or for long distance moves. Either way, you can’t go wrong with storing your items in a modern warehouse facility that is climate-controlled, secure and available for short term or long term storage. Most reputable moving and storage companies have computerized tracking of storage units for maximum protection.

So, is the attic full or not large enough? Garage has limited space? Call a moving and storage company to assist you. Make sure you do your homework as you begin your search. Below I’ve listed a few pointers to help you:

• Check for the best price in storage rates, but don’t just settle for the low rate, make sure they are a reputable moving and storage company.
• Make sure the warehouse facility is modern and climate-controlled
• Make sure they offer in-home inventory
• Make sure they offer short or long term storage
• Ensure maximum protection is in place (Secured, Alarmed, and Sprinkler Systems)
• Warehouse Manager on Location
• Computerized Tracking of Storage Lots

You’re well on your way to getting those items out of your hair. Get moving and storing!