Moving to a new home can be exciting, but it can also be chaotic. It’s easy for the logistics of a move to get tricky, and sometime relocating isn’t quite as easy as just moving all your belongings from point A to point B.
Let’s take a look at how short-term storage can help make things a little easier!
When Short-Term Storage Makes Sense
There are many situations that could create a need for short-term storage during a move, such as:
- Your move-out and move-in dates don’t align.
- You’re in the process of downsizing and are unsure about which items to keep.
- You plan to renovate your new place after moving in.
- You want to stage your current home to make it more attractive to buyers, so you need to declutter.
Types of Short-Term Storage
If short-term storage sounds like something that would benefit you, you’ll have a couple of options.
Self-Storage
Self storage is typically the lowest cost option but, as the name suggests, it will require the most work on your part. With this type of storage, you’ll pack the belongings and haul them to the storage facility. You’ll also need to retrieve them, which is why this isn’t a convenient option for long-distance moves.
Portable Storage
If you choose portable storage, a container will be delivered to your home. You can take as much time as you need to load the container. When it’s ready, the company will pick it up and store it for as long as you need. When you’re ready, they’ll deliver the container to your new home, where you can unload it.
This is a good option if you want to be able to load and unload the container over several days (or longer) rather than having everything go to storage the same day.
Storage Offered by Moving Companies
Many residential moving companies maintain their own warehouse facilities for both short-term and long-term storage. When moving, this is an ideal solution. The mover will pack and haul your belongings to the storage unit. When you’re ready, they’ll deliver your items right to your door.
Using one vendor for your moving and storage needs makes things easier than dealing with multiple vendors.
When you need local or long-distance movers, choose the reliable service that Coval World-Wide Moving has offered for more than 100 years. Our ProMover status and many positive reviews give you confidence that our residential movers are the right choice!
Contact Our Experienced Movers for More Information
If a move is in your future, you need Covan World-Wide Moving! Contact our skilled moving professionals today to learn more about our services and to schedule a free consultation and accurate cost estimate. A relocation specialist is standing by, ready to help you get started!
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