National Storage Blog

Whether you need a storage unit to simplify a life transition, as a safe place for seasonal decor, or as a quick holding place for some spring cleaning, you’ll first need to check whether or not your local facility requires insurance. Though not every storage facility requires insurance, many do, and we recommend getting tenant...

In addition to moving away from home and taking more challenging classes, one of the biggest adjustments students face when they move to college is limited living space. Whether you rent a student apartment at Western Michigan University, live in the dorms at the University of Michigan, or rent a house with several roommates elsewhere,...

After a particularly difficult 2020, it might be time to consider a New Year’s resolution—or maybe even more than one. But large resolutions are more difficult to carry out than smaller ones. That’s why the National Storage have compiled some minimalist tips to help you with your New Year’s resolutions ideas for 2021. Declutter Your...

Here we’re going to cover long-term car storage, but if you also have questions about other types of storage like you’re not sure what kind of storage you need or how the whole process works, Then our Ultimate Self Storage Guide can truly be of service to you. Whether you’re storing household items during a...

From moving abroad for an extended period to storing seasonal items for the foreseeable future, plenty of life circumstances may leave you needing long-term storage space. Whether you’re able to find that space at home or with the help of a storage unit near you, determining the best way to store everything away is no...

Your photos represent your memories in physical form—which is why it’s important to understand how to store pictures properly. Knowing how to pack photo frames, their contents, and other photo-related memorabilia helps you preserve those precious memories for decades to come. Whether you need to know how to pack pictures for moving or just want...