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You may have come across storage facilities in your area and, if you have never used the service, may wonder what people put in them. These facilities hold enclosed units that people rent to keep their personal or business property safe, and anyone who needs extra space can benefit from this service. Suppose you are wondering when it is appropriate to get one for yourself. Here are four reasons why you may need to rent storage:

When Relocating to Another Home

Switching homes isn't always a streamlined process you can complete in a day. Thus, if complications, like delays, arise, you need a fall-back solution so you don't find yourself stranded. For instance, if you are all set to move but unexpectedly receive word that your new residence is not ready, you need a secure place to store your belongings. 

In such cases, storage units act as a stopover for holding your belongings until you're ready to move them into your new home. Additionally, this service is invaluable if you have a lot of possessions that you cannot bring to the new residence all at once.

When Remodeling Your House

If you're planning to renovate your home, you must ensure that your belongings are safe from potential destruction throughout the project. You wouldn't want to incur extra costs, e.g., replacing furniture or appliances inadvertently damaged during the remodeling. 

Accordingly, keeping your belongings in a storage unit during the renovation secures them and provides the contractors adequate space to move freely without needing to maneuver inefficiently. Then, once the project is complete and your house has been cleaned, you can bring the items back and organize your newly remodeled residence.

When Decluttering

While you may be keen always to keep your home organized, clutter may accumulate over time. It may be in the form of important paperwork you aren't using but may need later, a kid's bicycle that's too big but will be used in a few years, etc. In other cases, a household member may be away, and you're storing their possessions until they come for them. Fortunately, temporarily renting a storage unit can allow you to declutter your space, giving you time to go through the items to determine their long-term purpose without crowding your home.

If Your Relationship Status Has Changed

If you have been living with a roommate or partner and the relationship terminates, you may need to leave your shared residence. And since finding alternative accommodation might not be immediate, you might need to store your belongings in a unit until you find a new home.

Do not hesitate to rent a storage unit if you find yourself in any of these situations. Take some time to inquire and find out the options they provide to help ensure that your belongings are secured throughout the storage period.

Contact a storage unit service to learn more.