Relocating to a new home is an exciting adventure. However, with so much to plan, organize, and pack, moving can also be an overwhelming ordeal. Keeping your belongings in a storage unit, however, will help alleviate some of the stress that comes with moving into a new residence. 

4 Reasons to Use a Storage Unit During a Move

1. Store Seasonal Items

Some items like holiday decorations, seasonal clothing, and sports equipment aren’t in use all year long. So, instead of bringing them with you, consider packing them away in storage. It’s a convenient option for keeping these items safe and out of the way until you need them. Once the season is over and you no longer need them, you can put them back into storage and keep your new home free of clutter.

2. Save Money

Hiring movers and trucks can quickly become expensive, especially if you own a lot of items. By renting a personal storage unit, you will save money by having movers only transport your essential belongings to your new residence. Everything else will be secured in your rented unit until you’re ready to bring them home. 

3. Downsizing

If you’re moving into a smaller home, it may be difficult to figure out how much space you will have for everything you own. By keeping non-essential items in a storage unit, you can organize your new home with your most essential belongings. Afterward, you can assess how much space you have left for other treasured items, and move them in at your leisure.

4. Less Clutter in New Home

People tend to accumulate a lot of things in their homes that they may not need, which becomes apparent during the packing stage of relocating. However, keeping most of your non-essential belongings in a storage unit will give you a bigger perspective on what you don’t need. After you set up your new house, you can decide what items you would like to bring home whenever you’re ready. You won’t have to make decisions about what to keep and what to toss right away, which will make moving day less stressful. 

Whether you’re about to move or need a place to store a few items, Arctic Storage at Midtown in Anchorage, Alaska, is the perfect choice for your personal and commercial storage needs. Their secure and affordable self-storage units come in a variety of sizes to fit everything from everyday household items to vehicles. For more information about this storage facility or their other convenient locations in Park Lane and Foothills, call (907) 563-3342 or visit them online.