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Why Store with Store Ur Stuff

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Store Ur Stuff is an Adelaide Storage Facility conveniently located on the corner of Cross Road and South Road. We offer safe and secure storage units, as well as outdoor storage spaces suitable for cars, caravans, trucks and more.

If you’re looking for a self storage near you, Store Ur Stuff is the provider to choose! 

About the storage facility

Store Ur Stuff is located in the big green building at 353 Cross Road, Clarence Gardens. For added convenience, our on-site office is staffed Monday – Saturday from 8.30am – 5pm. If you have any questions or queries just pop in and see our friendly team! 

In addition, we also have an on-site box shop with a great range of storage materials including boxes, padlocks, bubble wrap, packing tape and more. 

Our security features

At Store Ur Stuff, our top priority is to ensure your items are safe and secure. We require a pin code to gain access to the site, as well as a pin code to operate the roller door to enter the indoor storage space. Unlike other Adelaide storage providers, the roller door does not remain open during access hours.

There is also CCTV cameras positioned throughout the facility that operate 24/7.

Payment & rental periods

We know that some people require long term storage and some people require short term storage. Therefore, we offer monthly self storage terms with no lock in contracts. Just pay for your storage space monthly as needed!

You can also pay your storage fees online and in advance if you wish. 

Indoor Storage & Outdoor Storage

Another feature that makes Store Ur Stuff different to other storage facilities in Adelaide is the large outdoor storage space. Along with our indoor storage units we also have outdoor parking spaces perfect for vehicle storage ranging from cars, boats, caravans and small trucks.

Run out of room for your toys at home? Store them at Store Ur Stuff!

Store with Store Ur Stuff

We love meeting new customers and seeing new faces at our storage facility! Call 8371 0000 or send an enquiry online, the team at Store Ur Stuff will help with all your Adelaide self storage needs. 

If you have more questions, check out our FAQ page or give us a call.

Important Questions to Ask Before Renting a Storage Space

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Everyone has different needs when it comes to renting a storage space in Adelaide. You might be looking for caravan storage, car storage or maybe you’re just wanting to free up space in your home. Either way, you’ll want to know that your items are safe and secure when using self storage.

In addition, it’s important to ask your storage provider questions about the facility to ensure that it’s going to suit your needs. Especially if you’re new to self storage.

Important Questions to Ask 

Storage facilities are here to help you with short-term and long-term storage solutions. However, a good storage facility should also provide security features, maintenance, and good customer service. The storage space is the main factor, but the service that comes with it should be just as important. 

Here are the most important questions to ask before renting a storage space in Adelaide.

Security & Pricing

You want to ensure that the Adelaide storage facility you choose is equipped with security features. Make sure there is security coded gates, surveillance cameras and secure fencing around the facility. Also ask whether the storage company will price match other competitors – there’s no harm in asking!

Customer Service

Customer service is also important when choosing your storage provider. You want a storage provider that cares about their facility and the goods stored there. Make sure you ask whether there is someone on-site during the week. If you call will it go directly to the facility or a call centre? And can you make payments and enquiries online, or do you have to go to the on-site office?

It’s important to ask questions regarding customer service as it will determine how convenient the storage facility will be. You want to choose a provider that has someone on-site during the week to assist when needed. Plus, online payments make life a whole lot easier!

Access & Maintenance

You want to be able to access your Adelaide storage space when suited. Ask your provider when clients can access their storage space and if there is a 24/7 access option. Also, double check who can access your storage unit, is it just yourself or can staff as well?

It’s also important to ask if the facility is maintained to a high standard. Do they do pest control? Do they have professional cleaners? 

Store your Items with Store Ur Stuff

We’re proud to say that we provide safe and secure Adelaide storage spaces. We have security features, a well maintained facility, competitive pricing (we’ll even price match) and quality customer service to go with it! If you’re new to self storage or looking for a new Adelaide storage provider, check out our FAQs page to answer your most important storage questions. Alternatively, call our friendly team on 8371 0000 or drop in to the on-site office.

Different Types of Self Storage

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Thinking about renting a self storage unit? It can be difficult to decide what type of storage is best suited to your needs – especially if you’re a newbie. 

From small storage units to large storage units, indoor storage and outdoor storage. Storage solutions come in all shapes and sizes. So, you’re most likely going to find what you’re looking for. 

However, renting the right storage space for your needs is just as important as every other factor. You need to consider safety, security, price, short or long term storage and more. Storage facilities differ from the service and conditions they provide/have. As well as the storage solutions they offer. So, make sure you do your research prior to making a booking.

Furthermore, here is some more in-depth information on the different types of self storage.

Long Term & Short Term Storage

Depending on your needs, you may require short term storage or long term storage. Therefore, it’s best to consider how long you will be storing your items before booking a storage space. That way you know whether you need to look for a storage facility that offers no lock in contracts.

We recommended storing with a facility that offers short term storage or no lock in contracts. This will make it easier if circumstances change in the future. Or if you need to down-size or up-size your space over time. However, some facilities may offer cheaper storage units if you opt for a longer rental contract.

Storage Space Sizes

You will want to ensure you book the appropriate size storage space for your needs. There’s no point in spending money on a large self storage unit if you’re not going to utilise the space. You also don’t want to rent a storage space that will end up being too small. Although you can always opt to down-size or up-size, this is something you want to avoid. 

Also, don’t try and squeeze everything into your storage unit. You want enough storage space so that you can easily access and find your possessions when needed.

In addition, Store Ur Stuff offer an online booking system with clear information on their different unit sizes and what’s most suitable. For example, if you need space to fit a 1-2 bedroom unit, the 2m x 3m self storage unit would be best. A hassle-free booking system!

Indoor Storage & Outdoor Storage

The difference between outdoor storage and indoor storage is quite simple. Outdoor storage is mainly used for storing vehicles such as cars, vans, caravans, trucks, boats and motorbikes. Whereas indoor storage is where you’ll find storage units and storage lockers – in most facilities.

If you’re wanting to use the vehicle storage at Store Ur Stuff, you’ll be opting for an outdoor storage space. But, if you’re wanting to store personal possessions and household items, you’ll opt for an indoor self storage unit.

In addition, both indoor and outdoor storage at Store Ur Stuff is secure. With pin coded gates, high fencing and CCTV around the outdoor storage. Then additional key coded roller doors to access the indoor storage facility. 

24-Hour Access

It’s common for most storage facilities to offer 24-hour access, however this isn’t always the case for some. When choosing your self storage provider, you will probably want 24-hour access. This makes it more convenient as you’re able to access your storage space whenever needed.

Cheap Storage Units & Spaces

Looking for cheap storage near you? Cheap storage might sound great, but often cheap storage isn’t always the best option. Cheaper storage may not have the security features and cleanliness that other pricier storage facilities would. Make sure you check all features other than the price when booking a storage space. Price is important, but so is the security of your possessions. 

In addition, Store Ur Stuff have affordable storage spaces equipped with security features such as pin coded gates, CCTV and more. The facility is always kept clean and regularly rodent baited. Store Ur Stuff will also price match if you find the same size unit elsewhere at a cheaper price.

What storage space is suited to your needs?

Now that you know the differences between storage spaces, you should feel confident in choosing the perfect option for your needs. It’s important to do your research and shop around when choosing your storage facility. Make sure you know whether you need a large storage space or a small storage space. Also make sure you know whether you need long term or short term storage. Knowing exactly what you require will save you both time and money. 

In addition, it’s also best to rent a storage space with appropriate security features and 24/7 access. This will be both convenient and help to ensure your possessions are safe and secure. And remember, cheaper is not always best.

Furthermore, Store Ur Stuff offer safe, secure and convenient storage. You can find more information about our storage facility here. Or alternatively, call the friendly team on 8371 0000 for all your storage solutions and questions!

Benefits of renting a small storage unit for the Christmas period

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Is it your turn to host family Christmas this year? You may live in a small apartment and have minimal room, or you may have a pergola or sunroom that’s full of ‘junk’. Finding the space to fit all your family, friends and food on Christmas Day can be difficult. But, don’t stress, a small storage unit could be the perfect solution!

Renting a small storage unit over the Christmas period can benefit you for many reasons, plus it’s super affordable and convenient. If you have the job of hosting Christmas Day, you want to impress. So, let’s discuss why a storage unit will solve all your storage problems and help you ace Christmas day!

Reasons to rent a small storage unit over the Christmas period

Create space for guests

If you’re needing to make room for guests, storing furniture in a short-term storage unit can be a great way to do this. You may be hosting Christmas Day in your sunroom or pergola and it may be cluttered with random unused items. Or you may use one of these areas as a home gym, meaning there’s probably equipment cluttering the space. Furthermore, Store away whatever isn’t needed on Christmas day and you’ll find yourself with a lot more space to work with.

Clear out the spare rooms

You might find yourself needing extra space for friends and family to stay over. Often homeowners will have one or two spare rooms that are the designated ‘junk’ rooms. Aka ‘i have nowhere else to put this’. If this is the case for you, temporarily move all of that stuff into a self storage unit – you might even leave it there for good!

Once your spare rooms are clear, you will need to purchase sleeping materials. If you’re on a budget air mattresses can be a great alternative to buying a bed.

Hide presents from your children

Another great benefit of renting a small storage unit during the Christmas period is having somewhere to hide your kid’s presents. Storing them in a self storage unit will not only keep them hidden from your kid’s, but also from any pets that like to chew things up. Avoid putting presents under the tree and running the risk of them being ruined by the family dog. Store them in a self storage unit – all problems solved!

In addition, you can also utilise the space in your storage unit for wrapping Christmas presents. It can be hard to find time at home when no one is around. Wrap the presents in your storage unit, that way no one will see and ruin the surprise. Then you can leave them in your self storage unit until Christmas Day.

Who to store with?

When looking for short term self storage during the Christmas period you want to ensure you choose a reliable and trustworthy storage facility. You also want a facility that offers month to month storage contracts rather than yearly.

Some important factors are:

  • Safe & secure
  • 24 hour access
  • Pin coded gates
  • Month to month contracts
  • Pest free

In addition, Store Ur Stuff is an Adelaide storage facility that would be a great choice for short term Christmas storage. We offer a variety of storage unit sizes as well as month to month contracts. Meaning you can rent a storage unit for the time needed then finish your contract. However, you may realise how convenient self storage is and decide to continue on your contract after the Christmas period!

Enquire online today about our Adelaide storage units or give our friendly staff a call on 08 8371 000 – we’re here to help with all your storage needs!

Decluttering Tips – how to help declutter your elderly parent’s home

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Have you noticed your elderly parent’s home slowly becoming more and more cluttered? Throughout life some people tend to collect items, valuables or just plain old dust collectors. This can often be common within the elderly, especially because they’ve had many years to build up a collection of items. 

You may be considering moving your elderly parent into an aged care facility. Or you may just want to declutter their home prior to when that time does come. This can be a difficult task to do, that’s why we’re providing you with some great decluttering tips to make it as easy and stress free as possible. 

Why do elderly people hang on to their stuff?

Elderly people avoid tossing stuff out, giving stuff away or using self storage for many reasons. This could be because of; sentimental value, sense of loyalty, history and memories and loneliness. As well as not trusting others with their valuables and possessions. 

For these reasons, helping your parent to declutter can be a very difficult and slow task. However, follow a few simple decluttering tips and you’ll have their house cleared in no time. 

The first steps in helping your elderly parent to declutter

Decluttering your elderly parent’s home can be a very sensitive task to do. Sometimes throwing everything away is not always the answer, and sometimes it is. Depending on how severe their hoarding issue may be. The task of sorting through stuff, throwing stuff out, boxing stuff up and giving stuff away can be time consuming and messy. The best decluttering tip is to take things step by step, slowly but surely. 

Come up with a game plan

Before getting started it’s best to come up with a game plan. Where are you going to put everything? Are you going to throw it away or store it? Are you going to store it at another family members house? In this case, self storage would be your best option. Renting a self storage unit is not only an affordable solution, but also a convenient solution. This way you can avoid throwing out less possessions which will definitely keep your elderly parent happy. 

Furthermore, hiring a storage unit with a little more room than needed is highly regarded. This will be beneficial when the time comes to move your parent into an Aged Care facility as you will already have storage space ready to go.

Choose a storage provider

Make a rough estimate of how much space you will need for storing possessions. Once you have a rough idea, start looking for a storage provider and what your best option would be. Consider things such as 24/7 access, location, price and security. 

Check out one of our previous blogs where we cover everything you need to know when choosing a storage provider, or see why Store Ur Stuff is a great Adelaide Storage option. You’ll then be ready to begin decluttering once you’ve chosen your provider. 

Where to start

Organising and decluttering are both time consuming tasks. Set out a schedule of when and what you’ll begin sorting through first – start with the least sentimental items. A great tip is to spread the task out over a few weeks with one or two cleaning sessions a week. This will help to ensure you don’t miss anything or throw out any valuables. As well as avoid overwhelming your elderly parent.

Start the decluttering process

As mentioned above, starting with the least sentimental items is a great decluttering tip. That way you can start throwing out unwanted items that are easier to part with. Start with items such as old towels, sheets and appliances. Then move onto items such as old clothing, tupperware and kitchenware.

After this, begin on the more sentimental items. Maybe even designate a space or room where you can pile the items up that will be kept and moved into storage. Once you’ve finished sorting through these items purchase some packing materials so you can prepare them for storage. Items like boxes, book cartons, sticky tape and bubble wrap will be essential packing materials. 

Most importantly, ensure you label boxes prior to placing them in storage. This will make it easier when looking for items once they are stored, especially when using long term storage.

Move possessions into self storage

Once you have everything packed correctly, it’s time to move their boxes and belongings into the chosen storage facility. During this process, ensure you do everything you can to keep items in their best condition. As well as use the space as best as you can to get the most out of it. Make sure you stack boxes/items with the heaviest and more durable on the bottom. Then begin to add the lighter boxes. Avoid stacking boxes too high as this could cause them to be off balance and unstable. 

Another important tip is to store your most important items in the easier access spots. This will help when you need to access certain things more often than others. 

Now, enjoy the ample room

Making the decision to declutter your elderly parent’s home can be a difficult thing to do. However, in the long run they will appreciate it and it will make it easier when the time comes to relocate. To make the process stress free and simple, all you need to do is follow the decluttering tips provided. As well as ensure you choose the best self storage provider available. Also, remember that donating unwanted things that are still of use to charity is a much better option than tossing it. 

If you’re looking for a reliable self storage provider Store Ur Stuff is a great option. You can view unit sizes online and make an enquiry today, or call staff on 08 8371 0000 for all your storage needs.  

Storage Facilities – who to choose

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Not everyone has enough space to store all of their possessions. You may have just moved out of home into a smaller apartment. Or additionally, you may have valuable belongings that you would feel more comfortable with being placed in self storage. Finding the perfect sized storage space that is most suitable to your needs can be difficult. Especially if it’s your first time using storage facilities. That’s why our team at Store Ur Stuff are here to help with everything from unit sizes, payment options, packing boxes and more. Furthermore, here is some information, tips and tricks for choosing the perfect storage facilities.

Choosing your Storage Provider

The day has come and you’re ready to find the best self storage provider, and with this comes careful selection. Additionally, there are a lot of factors you need to take into consideration. Such as, choosing a safe provider with storage nearby, a clean and tidy facility and being the right fit for what you need. As well as 24 hour storage access, surveillance cameras and temperature controlled storage units. Lastly, cheap self storage is not always the better option.

Storage Space

Most Storage facilities will offer a range of different storage options. Depending on what it is that you’re wanting to store, it is best to carefully select your space. Storage facilities offer storage options starting from as small as a locker, up to space big enough to fit a boat. As well as some offering indoor and outdoor storage. Therefore, it is essential to choose your space carefully to ensure you’re not paying for more than you need.

Payment Options

At times it can be hard to keep up with admin life. This is why it’s great to choose a self storage provider that offers online payment options. As well as auto payments. Additionally, setting up auto payments online can save you money. You will never be late on your storage account and will avoid late fees.

Long Term and Short Term Storage

Storage facilities can be a great short term or long term solution. Although, finding a storage facility that offers both can sometimes be difficult. Storage facilities that offer flexibility and no fixed lease are a great option for both short and long term storage. For example, if you’re looking for a new house and need to store furniture in the mean time, a storage facility without a fixed lease would be best suited. That way you are able to cancel your lease stress free as soon as you no longer need it. Short and long term storage options are an important asset to consider when choosing your storage provider.

Packing Materials

It’s always best that you use the highest of quality packing materials to store your goods. Sometimes it can be difficult to source these materials. That’s why choosing storage facilities that offer in house packing materials is a great option. Ultimately, saving time on finding packing materials elsewhere, and knowing you can purchase them last minute for your storage solutions. Store Ur Stuff offer a wide range of packing materials from; moving boxes, couch covers, archive boxes, bubble wrap and more.

Storage with Store Ur Stuff

Furthermore, when choosing your self storage provider you need to consider whether they are safe, reliable and have access to the things you need. Choosing a storage facility that offers long term storage, short term storage and different payment options is also important. This will help ensure your self storage experience is hassle free. In addition to this, choosing storage facilities that are fitted with surveillance cameras is also highly important.

Although there is many storage providers to choose from, Store Ur Stuff is a great contender. With safe self storage, competitive pricing, secure facilities fitted with 24 hour CCTV surveillance and online payment options. Additionally, view booking options, payment options and all other storage needs on the Store Ur Stuff website.