Many people have had to downsize their living arrangements due to bankruptcy, bank foreclosures or job loss. As people sell their homes and move into smaller houses or even apartments, they are left with excess furniture and even clothing. They may not want to sell it at a yard sale. It might be practical to believe that once the economy improves that they will be able to afford a larger home. It will then cost more money to replace these items. Until this happens, using a Storage Portsmouth facility is a cost-effective solution for many people.
People often consider the price of the unit before anything else. If they’re unemployed or just gone bankrupt, this is understandable. But they should also consider the size of the unit. It helps if the unit is big enough that the items can be organized. That way the person can easily retrieve a warmer coat or reference book. If the family has many items to store, they may want to consider a larger locker for appliances and a smaller one for clothing. Alternatively they can arrange some of the dressers and tables in a locker to conveniently hold clothes and jewelry. Most facilities ensure that the units are maintained at a healthy temperature and humidity. This prevents mold and mildew.
It’s also important to check on the hours of the storage facility. Many are opened 24 hours a day, every day of the week. If a person thinks that they will be visiting a facility at 2 am, they should check out the security. A lone woman might feel more comfortable if there is a person on duty monitoring who enters and leaves the facility. Some facilities allow anyone with a key entry, so anyone could be there late at night.
It can be difficult for a family who is in financial distress to be able to move their items into a storage facility. There are storage companies that provide a moving truck for free. This can save time and a lot of money. So if transportation is an issue, it definitely pays to call several Storage facilities to find one with a complimentary truck service.
