Students planning to study aboard often face the dilemma of where to leave their extra belongings while they’re away from home. Selling or donating these may not be practical if you're planning to return home after getting your degree. Fortunately, storage units provide the perfect answer to this problem.

Why Should You Get a Storage Unit Before Studying Abroad?

A self-storage service provides privacy. Only you can access your items, and they'll be exactly as they were when you left them. In particular, a climate-controlled storage unit provide an ideal venue for your delicate belongings that may deteriorate if exposed to extreme cold or heat.

Keeping your belongings in a facility means they won't be a nuisance to other people. For example, leaving them in a room at your parents' house means they won't be able to use the space if they need it. 

How Should You Prepare to Put Your Belongings in Storage?

If you have belongings that can warp or deform in drastic temperature changes, look for a climate-controlled facility. It's also best to get ample space, so you don't have to cram anything together.

If you'll be away for several months or even years, pay the bill before you leave. If this isn't possible, ask the facility if they have online payment options so you can settle your bills even while you're out of the country.

Provide a mobile number or email address where the facility can contact you. They can then communicate with you if anything comes up, such as an online payment that didn't go through.

If you're looking for an affordable storage unit to use while you’re studying abroad, check out Advantage Storage in Flower Mound, TX. With 31 locations across Colorado, Texas, and Arizona, this company offers reliable climate-controlled storage units, insurance, and moving and packing supplies. Call (972) 212-5225 to inquire about unit sizes. Visit their website to find out more about their amenities.