How to Find Storage During the Moving Process
There are several interworking components when it comes to planning a move. Whether you are moving across the country or just to a larger home down the street, the logistics of packing and emptying one’s home without a place to put your belongings can add unnecessary stress to the moving process. Storage-in-Transit (SIT) can be a great option for reducing stress while making progress toward moving your belongings from one house to another. At Atlas® Van Lines, we have been moving people across the United States and internationally for decades. Let us take a closer look at storage during the moving process, how it can benefit you, and where to look for these services.
Should I Rent a Storage Unit if I’m Moving?
Renting a storage unit can save you a lot of hassle down the line because it can be difficult to declutter your home if you are trying to empty it out at the same time. It is helpful to have a place to put all your household goods that is safe and protected while also making progress toward preparing your home to put it on the market. But you don’t always have a place to go just yet.If your future home is not ready, is under construction, or you are moving a long distance, keeping your belongings in a storage unit or warehouse temporarily can make your life easier. This can also reduce stress when it comes to listing your home and hosting showings or open houses. It helps keep the moving mess to a minimum.
Where Should I Look for Storage in Transit?
Temporary storage for your household goods should be conveniently located close to your new home if possible. This gets the bulk of the moving process out of the way ahead of time to minimize stress later. However, if you are having difficulty finding a storage facility near your new home, enlisting the help of a nationwide moving company may be worthwhile. Moving companies have their own network of warehouses which are used for storing goods in transit. These moving companies handle the logistics of locating the right facility and storing your belongings, so you do not have to.
Will Temporary Storage Keep My Belongings Safe?
Storage facilities are equipped to house your personal belongings in a safe and secure environment while ensuring they are not exposed to the elements. When you choose to store your goods with a moving company, you usually have the options to scale your warehousing services for add-ons including auto, boat, motorcycle, and RV storage, outdoor storage accessibility, air-conditioned, heated, or otherwise climate-controlled storage options, and 24/7 self-storage that gives you the freedom to come and go as you please.
Finding a Reliable Storage Facility
Long-term and short-term storage for your moving process sounds great, but one of the most important parts of storing in transit is finding the right company. Ensuring you are working with a reputable storage facility can help prevent hardship later. Check out the reviews for storage facilities near your new home and take the time to read up on their policies. You can also opt to go with a moving company that offers storage-in-transit as a secure, short-term storage solution. Choosing storage through a moving company keeps everything centrally located with one point-of-contact in case you have questions or concerns.