The Best Items For Self Storage
Congratulations! You’re about to embark on a new life chapter. Whether you’re moving across the province or across the country, you’ve undoubtedly got a lot on your plate. But there’s something else you need to consider: what do I store in my self storage unit? It can be overwhelming trying to figure out what items […]
How to Not Pack a Storage Unit
I’ve stored things in a storage unit for years. It’s the best way to keep your items safe and secure, and it can also save you money if you’re not sure what to do with all the clutter in your home. However, there are some things that people often get wrong when packing their units. […]
Keep Your Storage Unit Fresh in The Winter
I love my storage locker. It’s where I keep all of my old clothes, toys, and other items that don’t fit in my house anymore. But it’s also the place where dirt gets tracked into your apartment and there can be mold issues if you don’t take proper care of it. If you’re looking to […]
Winter Storage Tips
Storing your belongings over winter can be an easy and inexpensive way to make room for new seasonal items. But if you don’t do it right, you could end up with a broken lamp or an entire box of unused Christmas decorations—and that’s no fun. To avoid this fate, follow these tips for storing your […]
Packing a Storage Unit
Moving into a self storage unit can be one of the most stressful parts of moving. Not only are you dealing with the physical act of packing and unpacking, but also all the emotional stress that comes with it. When you’re moving into a new place, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement […]
How to Store Summer Items
How to Store Summer Items It’s time to store summer items away. But what if you don’t have enough space in your home or garage? Self-storage is a great option that allows you to keep your belongings safe and secure until next season. Here are some tips on how best to store your summer items: […]
Boxes or Totes? Which is Best?
Are you planning to move? Clean out the basement? Organize the garage? Whatever your reason, you will be packing things up to place into your self storage unit. So you ask yourself, “Boxes or totes, which is better for me?” To make this easier for you, we have listed out the pros and cons of […]
Self Storage Auctions
When storage renters don’t pay their rent, auctions happen. In British Columbia, the lien law allows self storage operators to place a lien on the contents of a unit once the rent has become a full 30 days past due. Contain Your Stuff Penticton has auctions many times each year. Self Storage Auctions We give […]
How to Vacate Your Storage Unit
Foremost, we don’t like to see you go! However, we understand that many people use self storage on a temporary basis to get them through certain situations: buying and selling a home, downsizing, marriage/divorce, home remodelling, estate storage and so on. Whatever the reason for vacating your storage unit, there are some things you need […]
Storing Valuable Artwork
One of the things customers often need to consider when putting valuable art works in self storage is how to best protect those items from the ravages of time. Contain Your Stuff Penticton is here to help you with your artwork storing needs. Artwork Storage Tips Prepare Preparing individual art pieces for self storage is […]