With the property market in and around Warrington going through a bit of a boom, lots of people are buying and selling in the area. However, moving and selling your home can be stressful, which is why many locals are looking for storage, which can help you get organised. There are many ways that a self-storage unit can be helpful during this time, and here are a few tips to make life easier.

Decluttering for viewings

The Warrington property market can be competitive, so it’s important that your home really stand out from the crowd. Nobody likes a home that’s cluttered, as it makes the space feel smaller and darker. By using a storage container, you can keep your sentimental items out of the way, as well as items such as extra furniture that take up space. Have features such as built-in wardrobes? Show them off by keeping them de-cluttered and clear.

Make moving easier

Moving day is always a bit stressful, but by using a storage unit you can move your items in stages, or simply keep your delicate or expensive items out of the way. Using storage services allows you to organise your home as you go along and has advantages such as:

• Helping you sort out which items are essentials
• Save money and time on removals
• Ensure expensive items are safe during moving day
• Avoid sentimental items getting broken by movers

As soon as you decide to move, book your storage unit. This will allow you to start your move as early as possible, and cut down your stress levels.

Help you organise your new home

A new home is a fresh start, and it can be overwhelming to turn up at your new place with boxes and boxes of stuff that doesn’t have a place to go. By using a storage unit, you can move in at your own pace, and decide what items you’ll need in your day to day life. Use local self-storage and your items will be at hand when you need them, giving you time to organise your new home.

Make downsizing or moving abroad easier

Not everyone who moves stays in the Warrington area. If you are planning to move abroad or to another part of the UK, then using storage facilities will make the move easier, whether you’re going away for the short or long term. This means you don’t have to throw away sentimental items and can be sure that they’re kept safe and secure when you go away. With property prices on the rise, many people in the area are now downsizing, and storage can be useful in these situations as it means a small home doesn’t have to feel crowded.

If you’re considering moving home, why not rent a storage unit from Apex? Based at Owen Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA2 7PA, simply call 01925 906517 or e-mail [email protected] to get a free quote today.