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The move to college is a big one, and you’ll need to be appropriately prepared. You will be downsizing considerably and need to plan accordingly to decide what to pack or what to put into storage. The team at Westside Storage & Truck Rental in Cincinnati, OH, have outlined a guide below to consider as you start packing.

Do:

Plan with your roommate.

storageAs soon as you know who your roommate will be, reach out to them and start planning your packing. Because your dorm room is a small space, you don’t want to bring doubles of items. You’ll both benefit by sharing, so choose one of you to bring the toaster and have the other person bring the microwave.

Personalize the space.

Moving away from your family, friends, and hometown is a big change. To keep from getting homesick, personalize your dorm room and make it feel more like your space. A photo collage of your loved ones or a favorite poster are great ways to bring home with you.

Don’t:

Bring clutter.

Because you have a small space, don’t bring things that will clutter up the small space. Try mapping out the area in your current room to get a feel for how much space you have. It’s better to under- than over-pack, as you can always go to the store and stock up on supplies.

Buy unnecessary appliances.

The dorm likely provides some appliances for you, so research what is provided so you don’t bring a duplicate. For example, many dorm rooms provide a mini fridge and climate control for their residents. If yours does, you can leave your own fridge and portable heater at home.

Westside Storage & Truck Rental makes packing for college easy. They provide affordable storage, so you don’t have to get rid of anything important, and they have a 14-foot moving truck available to get everything into your unit in one trip. Additionally, the team has a 24-hour state-of-the-art security system so that you can trust your belongings will be safe. Contact them at (513) 451-6474 to reserve your storage space.

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