The top 7 accessories for making self-storage in Kent super easy
Self-storage is the cost effective way for safely maximising space, streamlining domestic and business processes and storing valuables and assets short-term and long-term. Nothing could be easier and more straight forward, but you can make it even simpler by making sure you have those extra accessories to ensure your visit to Need A Space in Kent go swimmingly:
- A plan!
First and foremost, have a clear plan as to how much you will be storing and get an estimate as to how much space you will need (our website offers both a space estimator and quote estimator). Consider how you will transport your valuables, how long the trips will take and what type of storage you need.
- Van hire
Organising how you will transport your valuables is often left to the last minute – this clearly puts your valuables at risk because transport may not be adequate or travelling can end up time-consuming and pricey because of excessive delivery trips. Hiring a large enough, and robust van is essential. At Need A Space self-storage, we offer free van hire if your store your valuables for 2 months!
- Strong Containers
You need to make sure your valuables reach storage in one piece, so strong containers are a necessity. Be careful not to overfill, you do not want to break the container itself and you want to be able to pick up and move it with ease. Cardboard boxes may be cheap but they are also vulnerable so start wisely.
- Stationary
Having separated your valuables into relevant containers you need to label them so you know where everything has been placed for future accessibility. Don’t forget a pen, labels and a master sheet to keep with you.
- Sack truck and fork-lift trucks
Always be careful with manual lifting – keep to what you can lift safely and in the appropriate manner with self-storage. Tools to help you with lifting and moving are forklift trucks (available at Need A Space) or small sack trucks for your smaller stuff. The latter can save a great deal of time, and aches and pains.
- Packaging
How well you pack your valuables is directly related to how well your self-storage will be. Vulnerable commodities need to be packed to avoid breakages and they need to be packed together safely too. At Need A Space we offer access to all the packaging materials you will need such as fixing tape, marker pens, bubble wrap and parcel tape.
- A supportive pair of hands!
We want your visit to Need A Space in Canterbury Kent to be as enjoyable, safe, and cost-effective as possible – always try to offer as much support as we can. But to cover yourself, it is always a good idea to get the help of an extra pair of hands to make the move faster and cheaper.
The good news is we have most of the above available down at our huge premises based just outside Canterbury. For more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us on 01227 751673.