The topic of affordable self storage is an interesting one, if only because what is affordable for one person may very well be too expensive for another. Still, people do Google searches constantly for affordable self storage, so that will be our focus in this article . . . finding affordable self storage and then making it even more affordable.
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Now, let’s see about saving you some money in self storage.
What is affordable self storage?
The unanswerable question regarding affordability. This is a relative question, as we mentioned earlier. The only answer which comes close to making sense is finding storage units which fit your budget. If you can only afford, bottom line, $40 per month, if your personal budget will be pushed to the limit by $40, then your search will be a simple one. You will have automatically eliminated a large percentage of the storage facilities in your area. Still, a budget is vital if you have limited funds, so stick with it.
Helpful tips to cut the cost.
Okay, let’s tackle this problem. How can you cut the cost of self-storage?
- Rent the smallest space possible based on your needs.
- Organize your items efficiently to eliminate unnecessary storage requirements. Learning how to pack properly and taking advantage of vertical space is crucial during this process.
- Choose an option with fewer features, such as climate control self-storage.
- Expand your search area within your city or county to find the lowest rental price.
- Donate items you haven’t used in years.
- Take advantage of possible specials, i.e military discounts, first month free, etc.
- Find a family member or friend who wants to share storage space with you and thus cut costs.
- Will renting for a longer period than needed net you a discount worth considering?
- You can always try negotiating a better price. Very few things in commerce are etched in stone, and that most definitely applies to pricing.
- Finally, look at alternative ways of storing your possessions, i.e. a friend’s garage, a pod, etc.
Some final thoughts about saving money.
Usually, we recommend purchasing packing supplies so that your possessions are protected. Things like heavy-duty packing boxes, packing tape, furniture covers, these things are designed to make sure your possessions are undamaged during the moving/storing process. We feel strongly about that recommendation but, full disclosure, those packing supplies can be expensive. See if you can find used packing supplies online. Sites like Facebook Marketplace, or Craigslist, will sometimes have posts from people who have used packing material and no longer need it; they are simply giving it away.
It is worth a try and could possibly save you hundreds of dollars.
A final word about Blue Mound 287 Self Storage.
Blue Mound 287 Self Storage, and our sister company, Mouser Self Storage in Alvarado, are locally owned and operated. Call us today and ask us about our car storage, RV self-storage, boat storage units, small hobby shops and, of course, storage for your household possessions. We have what you need at a price you can afford.