Additional space is a luxury that most people take for granted until they need more of it. Thankfully, storage units offer an easy solution for space-restricted homeowners. If you need additional storage after downsizing, during a move, or while decluttering your home, units are available for practically any budget. Here’s why you should consider renting a unit.

4 Ways Self-Storage Benefits You

1. Organization 

If your home is cluttered, self-storage can help free up space and get organized while you decide whether to donate or sell some of your belongings. You control what goes into the storage unit, which means you can arrange items for easy access. While moving your belongings into a unit, label everything to make it easier to retrieve items later.

2. Clutter

Holiday decorations, sporting goods, and camping equipment are only needed for a few months out of the year. After that, they just add to the clutter in a home. Putting them into a secure unit means that they’re not in the way but are still easy to access the next time they’re needed.

3. Protection 

Most people have at least one piece of furniture with sentimental value or family history. However, home decor trends change frequently. No matter how much you love your grandmother’s dresser, it might not fit the rest of your style. Rather than selling it or giving it away, keep it in storage.

4. Costs

If you’ve been assigned temporary employment abroad or in another state, you can give up your apartment and put your possessions into storage without paying rent while you’re away.  A storage unit is a fraction of the cost of an apartment lease. It’s also a great option for college students who need a place to keep their belongings over the summer. 

You can find a variety of storage options at Alpine Storage Inc. The family-owned facility offers a wide variety of storage unit sizes and has been serving residents in Kalispell, MT, and the surrounding areas for over 25 years. Call (406) 755-0002 to schedule a tour of the facility, or learn more about their available units online.