Category: Storage Blog

18 Nov
A college student is packing her dorm desk into a brown box.
Why You Need College Self-Storage

As you approach the end of the semester and wrap up your final exams, it’s time to prepare for your trek home for the summer. While you may be eager to start making your way home, don’t forget that you still have to pack up your dorm or on-campus apartment. Over the course of your...

06 Nov
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How Technology Is Changing Storage Management

The self-storage landscape is evolving rapidly. As technology continues to advance, facility operators are discovering new ways to simplify operations, strengthen security, and deliver a smoother rental experience for customers. From automated systems to digital dashboards, the industry today operates with more precision and efficiency than ever before. However, this shift isn’t only about efficiency....

01 Oct
A woman taking inventory on a clipboard in her self-storage unit.
Starting or Closing a Home-Based Business

Between managing supplies, tracking paperwork, and keeping work and personal life separate, space can quickly become a challenge for home-based business owners. Thankfully, business storage units provide a reliable way to keep everything organized so you can focus on running your company. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or penning the final chapters, having flexible...

13 Sep
An older man pushing a dolly with moving boxes into a storage unit.
How Storage Helps With Inheritance and Estate Planning

Losing a loved one often leaves families with more than emotions to manage. Along with processing feelings of grief, you have to take on the challenge of sorting through their belongings, as each item carries a story or memory. Deciding what to keep, donate, or discard is a complicated task, and it can feel overwhelming...

12 Sep
A person flipping through a stack of vinyl records.
Vintage Vinyl: 3 Tips for Storing Your Record Collection

Want to keep your original Thriller record in mint condition? Looking to store your records in a more secure place than in your closet or basement? Storing vinyl records correctly can make all the difference when it comes to preserving your record collection. At all of our facilities in the Absolute Storage Network, we’re big...

10 Sep
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Prepping Your Boat for Storage

Summer is coming to an end, and that means it’s time to prepare your boat for storage during the colder months. Properly preparing your boat for long-term storage is essential to keeping it in the best condition possible. Keeping your vehicle well-maintained and clean can help avoid any unexpected issues as you pull your boat...