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How to Safely Store Your Collectible Items
You already know that self storage offers a great solution to clearing out clutter in your home. But when it comes to self storage for collectible items such as family heirlooms, antiques and photographs, comic books and vinyl records, artwork, musical instruments, and toys, there are a few extra things to consider. First off, focus on...
Self Storage for Outdoor Storage Space
Is your garage, or even your driveway, becoming overrun by your belongings- especially those larger ticket items like recreational vehicles, boats, motorcycles, or that classic car you keep saying you’re going to work on next? Maybe your neighbors have made comments about all the “stuff” in your yard, or perhaps your local government has regulations...
Happy 4th of July from National Storage!
Whether you choose to enjoy the 4th of July holiday relaxing at a barbecue with friends and family or taking in a fireworks display, Independence Day marks the official start of the summer season. Independence Day is considered one of our most important national holidays and a symbol of patriotism. The tradition of celebrating the...
Things You Should NOT Put in a Self Storage Unit
Before we begin, our Ultimate Self Storage Guide offers s comprehensive look at all things storage and can help you with everything you need to know—from choosing the right unit size to understanding the costs, features, and what to expect during move-in. It also covers common questions, tips for maximizing your space, and how to...
Vote For National Storage in the ISS Best of Business Awards!
This week, Inside Self Storage (ISS) opened the polls for the 2014 Best of Business Reader Choice awards. This poll allows self storage professionals to vote for their favorite product and service suppliers in more than 30 categories. ISS is the leading critical information source for self storage owners, managers, investors and developers. The brand...
The History of Self Storage
According to the Self Storage Association, there are around 59,500 self storage facilities worldwide. In the United States alone, there is 2.3 billion square feet of rentable storage space- this represents an area more than three times the size of the island of Manhattan! So how did self storage grow into such a huge industry?...