Storage units are great. They provide you with a safe place to store a bunch of stuff. The problem with storage units is that they aren’t very big, people have a tendency to overstuff them, and they can quickly get expensive.
As soon as people move from an apartment and into a house, they usually decide it’s time to empty their storage unit.
If you’re tired of paying for a storage unit and are ready to clean yours out, here are some useful tips.
Don’t Wait Until the Last Moment
You want to approach emptying your storage unit the same way you approached the initial move into your new home. Give yourself lots of time. Don’t wait until the day before your next payment is due to start.
Go Through the Items
Don’t assume that everything you put into the storage unit will be in as good of shape now as when you originally stored it. This is especially true if it’s been there a while. Some storage units are temperature-controlled and rodent-proof. Most aren’t. If items are chewed, have been used as nests, or simply look bad, it might be time to part with them.
Even if the items are in decent shape, ask yourself if it’s something you really want in your new home. You’ve lived without it for so long, do you really think you need it now? If you don’t, set it aside so that you can sell it in a yard sale or take it to a thrift store.
Consider Hiring Los Angeles Moving Company
Emptying a storage unit can be both time-consuming and physically exhausting. A moving company can make things easier. The large moving truck means you can basically move everything directly from the storage unit to your home in a single trip. This saves you both time and gas money, so much so that it usually more than covers the cost of the truck.
Having professional movers who are quick and efficient not only spares you from doing a great deal of lifting and carrying but also increases the odds that all the items currently in your storage unit won’t be broken during the short move. Once you’ve emptied the storage unit, the movers will also unload the truck. Many people find that hiring a moving company changes the time it takes to move out of a storage unit from a few days to just a few hours.
Unlike friends who will often stand you up after they agree to help you move out of your storage unit, a moving company will honor their obligations and they’ll do it without complaining.
Whether you need to move an entire house full of stuff or simply want to clear out your storage unit, we’re ready and willing to help. Contact us today at 626-487-0656 for a free estimate!