Moving storage facilities server many purposes and are places where you can store many items which you will not be able to put in your new home, or you’re moving from your old house to a new home but construction of the new one is still not completed, or you are down-sizing and you do not have enough room to keep your possessions in your new home, or if you cannot take your items with you at the present time but plan to transport those items into your home at some point in time. Here are some tips to follow when choosing a moving storage facility in Toronto.
- The building should be close to your home so that you can drive to and from the storage facility quickly to drop and pickup items.
- Choose a moving storage facility which offers flexible operating hours so that you can pop in and out during off-peak hours if needed.
- A good moving storage facility should have high-level security such as a good surveillance system, alongside an entry system where only people with a pass code can gain access.
- Climate control is also important when choosing a moving storage facility as many items (e.g. electronics, furniture) are sensitive to heat, cold, and humidity.
Benefits of Moving Storage Facilities
If you are moving to a new home and it is too small and narrow to hold all of your things, moving storage facilities offer units of different sizes and many of the units are climate controlled so this is advantageous for you. The facility’s management also gives you the items you need for the most efficient storage such as padlocks, chains and other tools for securing the units. In addition, you will also be able to get things out and place items in your unit at any time of the day..
Calculating the Costs of a Moving Storage Facility
The first thing you need to do is take a look at all the items you plan to place in the facility and after this, contact different storage facilities and ask about the sizes of units that are available. Visit an online self-storage calculator to find out how much space in cubic feet that is needed for your items. You should ask the storage facility manager for an estimate of the overall cost based on the space your items require and ask about special discounts on unit rentals. For example, if you are a senior citizen, inquire about senior citizen discounts. If you plan to purchase insurance from the facility, include this cost into the overall price of the rental.
Moving Storage Facilities for Your Car
For those whose new homes have driveways that can only hold one car, you might want to consider a storage facility that holds not only most of your furniture and electronics, but that also has an attached facility where you can park your car in a safe and private parking spot. This will keep you from having to park the second vehicle at another location, or a leased parking space which may cost even more than the ones available at a moving storage facility (especially in Toronto).
In conclusion, moving storage facilities can make the moving process easier and secure your items remotely. Best of all, you’ll find that most Toronto storage facilities offer rental space at an affordable rate.
