Storage units are a convenient place to hold your belongings after a move, home remodel, or de-cluttering project. They allow you to safely store your treasured belongings until you need them or can find a place for them in your home. However, many self-storage users hoard items they do not need and will never use again. If you are worried you’ve been stashing items in your storage unit for too long, International Self Storage in Anchorage, AK, can help.

The staff lists a few commonly stored items and when to get rid of them:

• Clothing: Clothing is sentimental for many people. Certain outfits are associated with a happy time or important friends and family members. While it is OK to hang on to a few pieces, clothes stored for years on end can pile up. To clear the clutter, donate unused clothes to charity or sell items in good condition to a thrift store.
• Collectibles: Your comic book or action figure collection could potentially be valuable, but if all it does is sit in your storage unit, you will never know for sure. Look up the going rate for some of your collectibles to determine how valuable they are. If you can make an impressive profit off of these items, sell them rather than continuing to store them.
• Electronics: At the rate technology is improving, you don’t need to hang on to outdated equipment. If an electronic or appliance has been sitting in your storage unit for more than two years, dispose of it at a proper recycling center. If you have an older device you believe may have value, such as a turntable or cassette player, reach out to collectors in your area to sell these items.

If you are in the Anchorage area and need a storage unit for your belongings, call International Self Storage at (907) 563-3287. The facility also offers heated storage and airport parking. For more great tips on storing your prized possessions, follow them on Twitter.