Your Guide to Moving to Another State

Posted by StorageDeals on September 25, 2015October 27, 2015 Posted in Moving

Moving to a new state is the start of a new chapter in your life and you are about to begin making new memories. If you have never moved out of state before, you may be confused and overwhelmed by all of the decisions and steps you need to take.

Before you become frazzled by everything going on, this guide will help keep you on track and remind you of some of the things you need to do before, during, and after your move.

Before the Move

Before you actually move to a new state, you should visit the state first to ensure that you like the atmosphere and you are happy with your surroundings. Once you decide you do like the state, start looking around for some employment opportunities and housing. It is possible to secure employment and housing before you officially move.

Gather all of the information you need about the requirements to move, how much it is going to cost you to move, and then begin saving for the big day.

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A First-Timer’s Checklist for the Best Self Storage Unit

Posted by StorageDeals on September 23, 2015October 27, 2015 Posted in Self Storage

When choosing a self storage unit for the first time, there is a lot of information to sift through. To help you make an informed decision, here are the top 5 criteria to gauge a facility against.

Security

Regardless of the value of the things you are storing, the security of a storage unit is the most important consideration to keep in mind. In case of valuable records, expensive clothes and fragile china, the need for security goes notches up. Many outdoor storage facilities that have not revamped their units in a long time and offer very basic security measures like a manual lock and a couple of security cameras around the premises.

However, when you search around for the best storage unit on our website, you will be glad to see that professionals in this industry now take security very seriously. Along with dedicated surveillance cameras in each unit; tenants can choose fingerprint access, padlocks, well lit gates and fences and burglar alarms.

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Your Guide to Packing and Moving with Pets

Posted by StorageDeals on September 13, 2015October 27, 2015 Posted in Moving

If you have pets, moving to a new home just got a lot more complicated. Your pets may not be keen to the idea of moving and you need to make sure that you have everything under control so that you can focus on the move and your pets at the same time.

In this guide, we will go over some tips to help you pack and move with your pets by your side.

1. Packing Your Pet’s Items

When it comes time to pack your pet’s items, make sure that you set aside a food bowl, water bowl, and chew toy for your pet. Everything else can be packed away, but your pet still needs to eat and drink while you are packing and living the remaining days in your home.

2. Grab Your Pet’s Vet Records

Before you begin your move, you will need to make sure that you grab your pet’s vaccination records from your vet’s office. Some places require that you have this information before they will allow you to live there or even enter the state.

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