Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Make Moving in Santa Monica Quick and Easy



Often times, when moving into a new home, people don't want to deal with a crowded household right away. When all of your furniture and possessions are unloaded onto your front lawn, you can easily become overwhelmed. If you're planning on picking a new living situation, it might be simpler to only worry about one room at a time. This will prevent tripping over items not yet ready to be put in place, while also giving you room to breath.

If this sounds like a viable option for you, why not look into using a storage facility? By placing furniture that you don't need immediately into a storage unit, you can approach laying out your new home at your own pace. Select the boxes that contain possessions that cannot be properly put away until various rooms are set up and keep those items out from under everyone's feet while moving in.

Thankfully, popular companies for self storage in Santa Monica offer units of various sizes so that you won't be forced to pay for more space than you need. Whether you plan on storing an entire bedroom set, or simply a few odds and ends, you are guaranteed to find exactly the right size for your needs. Saving money while making a big move is always helpful, and this is one way in which you can prevent your bank account from dwindling.

If that wasn't enough, many facilities will also allow you to access your locker at any time, day or night
. Whenever there is a need, the locker can be accessed. This means, of course, that each room's decor and knick-knacks, for example, can be stored in self-storage and retrieved the moment the house is ready for them.

In the moving process, when there are a lot of items to be stored, it is best to find a storage company that allows easy access for 18-wheelers. This can be especially helpful when arriving in Santa Monica before one's new home is actually ready to be moved into. Some companies even offer the use of dollies and moving carts for customers to use free of charge.

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Packing Intelligently and in a Cost-Efficient Manner



California is a beautiful place to live, work, and play. If you live in California but are moving to another location in the state, then storage in Santa Monica might be your answer. However, before you engage in any moving, don’t forget about the crucial packing process. 

When it comes to moving, it is important to know how to pack. One of the first parts to know about packing is to prioritize. Ensuring to pack your most valuable items first can assist you greatly. This way, you can run from high priority to low priority. The items which you consider to be low priority can help you to make money. Think about it: these items which you do not consider to be important can be sold. It’s a good idea to sell your unwanted items on popular websites, at a yard sale, or at consignment shops. At the same time, it never hurts to donate. For any items you absolutely cannot hold onto for much longer, consider donating them to the Goodwill or another thrift store. 

Another part of moving involves fundamental materials. When it comes to moving, you will want to get your hands on cardboard boxes, newspaper, bubble wrap, and tissue paper. However, one creative way to spend less on necessary materials for packing is to use your clothing and bedroom accessories such as pillow cases to cover up your more fragile items. In order to spend less on cardboard boxes, you can always go to popular retailers and ask them if you could have their cardboard boxes before they trash them at the end of the night. 

Moving is an exciting time, so don’t let it become stressful. When it comes to moving, learning the process of packing is helpful. These are only a few tips on how to pack intelligently and cost-efficiently as well.

 

Thursday, September 19, 2013

Let Olympic U-Stor Make your Move a Breeze



For the perfect self-storage in Santa Monica, you can count on Olympic U-Stor. We offer a clean environment for you to place your belongings. Whether you are moving or temporarily need a place to store your items, Olympic U-Stor is your go-to in the Santa Monica area. 

At Olympic U-Stor, our storage facility is completely monitored with high quality video surveillance. We ensure the safety of your possessions with a twenty-four hour surveillance system.  In addition, our facility is entirely gated. 

We have a dozen storage sizes to choose from. Our sizes range from the space of a closet to one that is as large as three combined bedrooms. 

You can store your belongings in either a commercial or residential space. If you own a company and are in need of storage due to a business move, we are your source. Moving away to another location for your residential home is simple with Olympic U-Stor. You can keep your valued possessions in a safe and gated area in Santa Monica, California. 

Olympic U-Stor offers a variety of packing materials for you to store your favorite belongings, such as cardboard boxes, locks, tape, and other moving supplies. 

Moving can be stressful, but Olympic U-Store makes it simple. With our variety of storage spaces, you can find the perfect size to accommodate your moving needs. Olympic U-Stor has a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Each and every person who works at Olympic U-Stor wants to make sure that your moving adventure goes as smoothly as possible. 

Self-storage in Santa Monica doesn’t have to be a stressful occasion. For a business which provides all that you need to move into your new home or building, you can rely on Olympic U-Stor. Reserve a unit today or visit our facility at 3250 Olympic Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90404.