We all know what mini storage is and what it is used for, right? When you find yourself with too much “stuff” and not enough stuff space, you go rent a self storage unit? When you are between moves for a month, and you need to store your furniture somewhere that is safe, you rent storage units? We all grew up knowing what storage units were; they’ve been a part of the American landscape since the early 60’s.
However, the traditional storage unit has expanded in its functionality, and today we thought we would share a few mini storage uses which you may not be aware of. We are Blue Mound 287 Self Storage, serving North Fort Worth from our Haslet location. Call us at 817-439-1380 for more information about current prices and availability.
Traditional uses for mini storage.
Let’s take a trip down Memory Lane; since the 60s, self-storage has been used, primarily, for these reasons:
- Renovating your existing home
- Moving to a new home
- Changes in relationship status
- A safe place for equipment or vehicles
- You’re often in transit
- Downsizing
- Business storage
- Travel
- Needing more storage space at home
- Decluttering
- Remodeling projects
It should be noted that storage units are still be used for these reasons today. In fact, these reasons are still the majority; however, times change, and with the changing times come new needs by the public.
Nontraditional uses for storage units.
In recent years, more and more storage places are expanding the services they provide. Many offer the following storage options.
Car storage: why pay a storage facility hundreds of dollars per month for something all self storage units offer for considerably less, namely secure self-storage.
Trailer storage: covered storage units with 24/7 access, secure from vandalism, secure from theft, and secure from the weather.
Boat storage units: why pay marina costs for dry storage when you can rent a storage unit for half the price?
Small hobby shops: Free your garage or spare bedroom and being your hobby activities in a safe, private, inexpensive self-storage unit. They come in many sizes, many have electricity, climate control self-storage units are often available, and they have 24/7 access for those who keep strange hours.
There are very few limitations.
This is the driving force behind the changes in self-storage: there are very few limitations. You cannot conduct business in the small hobby shops. You cannot store perishables or explosives or illegal items in storage units. You cannot live in a storage unit. And that really sums up the only things you cannot do in storage spaces. Other than those, the only limitations you face are the limitations of your imagination.
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, offering the most secure self storage solutions in all of Tarrant and Johnson Counties. Call us today for current pricing information and ask us about our monthly specials.