Life is full
of big milestones and huge events - some happy, some sad, and some just simply
unavoidable. Dealing with big life events can be both challenging and
stressful. Whether you’re planning for the arrival of a new baby and need extra
space to create your dream nursery, or you’re in the process of renovating your
home and need somewhere to keep your furniture safe and protected, self-storage
can come in handy in a number of situations.
If you are
tight on space, organising a life event can be somewhat overwhelming,
particularly if it is unexpected or unplanned. You may think that big life
events, such as moving in with a partner or sending your child off to
university, means that you have to get rid of lots of things - something that
can be difficult and unnerving. Fortunately, there is a simple solution during
these times that can make things far easier, and that solution is self-storage.
When do I need storage services?
Below, we
take a look at five major life events that can be made easier with self-storage,
and how self-storage can, in fact, alleviate some of the stress and pressure
that comes with these life-changing events.
Birth of a baby
Having a
baby is incredibly exciting, not to mention life-changing. The truth is, no
amount of textbooks or online articles can prepare you for the arrival of your
little one - and, no matter what anyone tells you, nothing can prepare you for
the amount of space that a newborn takes up, even if they are tiny!
Not only
will you need to create extra space for a new cot and pushchair in your home,
but you’ll also need to find room for all the other essentials that come with
having a baby: clothes, nappies, bottles, toys, changing mats, a car seat, a
baby bath, stacks of baby wipes, baby monitors, towels… the list is truly
endless! And that’s not even mentioning the new maternity clothes, pregnancy
pillows and lotions that an expecting mother may require.
If you are
tight on space and wondering where on earth you are going to put all of your
new baby essentials, consider self-storage. If you need to make room for new
items, but you don’t want to throw things away, self-storage is an ideal and
affordable temporary storage solution for new parents. Putting items that you
want to keep into self-storage will give you plenty of space for all of the
extra baby items.
Getting married
Again,
getting married is an extremely exciting life event - and, often, one that we
dream about from a young age. What we often don’t consider, however, is the
huge amount of planning, arranging, organising and (to put it bluntly) buying
that comes with getting married.
Planning a
wedding is not always a straightforward process, and the planning process
usually involves acquiring all sorts of equipment beforehand for the big day.
This can take several months, even years, to sort through and organise. From
table decorations and centrepieces to chair covers and invitations, there’s a
lot to think about.
Buying and
making decorations for your wedding in advance can help you save money, but, where
do you store all of these items if you’re tight on space? Self-storage is a
great way to keep wedding supplies safe and out of the way during the run-up to
your big day. The last thing you want is wedding items taking over your home or
getting lost and damaged along the way; self-storage provides a safe and secure
place for you to store everything until you need it.
Renovating a home
Renovating
your home can be an exciting project, whether you’re simply updating the
interior and finally getting rid of those kitchen tiles from the 80s, or you’re
redesigning the layout of your home in order to best utilise the space. During
the renovation process, there is likely going to be a number of builders and
contractors working on your home. Even if you are only having the master
bedroom or the upstairs bathroom redone, they are more than likely going to be
walking through your whole home to access different areas.
Renovations
often include building, painting, re-wiring, tiling and more; with all of these
works being carried out in your home, you are going to need somewhere safe to
put your furniture in order to protect it from getting damaged. Whether you
need to protect your three-piece sofa from paint and dust, or all of your
kitchen furniture needs to be removed from the room to make space for the
builders and renovations, self-storage is the perfect solution.
While
building work is carried out on your home, you can rest assured that your
furniture is safe and protected in a self-storage unit. Plus, as soon as the
renovation is done, you can easily retrieve your items at any time and put them
back in your home.
Relationship breakdown
Relationship
breakdowns can be sad, complicated and stressful. Sometimes, a break-up can
happen out of the blue and when you’re not expecting it; other times, a
relationship breakdown can be expected and a long time coming. Either way,
dealing with a separation can be challenging and upsetting. Break-ups can be
made worse by disputes over possessions or can get complicated if one person
needs to move out of the marital home.
During an
emotional time like a break-up, self-storage can be a blessing. In some
situations, one party may move into a temporary home and need somewhere to put
their belongings or furniture while they get settled or find a more permanent
place to live. Self-storage is an ideal solution in this situation.
If you are
unsure of what is going to happen to certain items or there are disputes over
who will get what, putting items into self-storage can provide a temporary
solution while you both work out what the best steps to take next are.
Self-storage can provide a neutral ground for items, and give you the comfort
that your possessions are stored securely and safely while you get back on your
feet.
Children flying the nest
Whether your
child is off to university to begin the career of their dreams or they’re moving
into a home of their own, they may need somewhere to put all of their
possessions while they get settled. Of course, it’s almost impossible that
someone can take every single possession they have to university - after all,
we do acquire a lot of items over our childhood and young adulthood. There is
also the chance, however, that when your children move out of your home, you’ll
want to utilise the extra space.
Putting
their possessions into self-storage is a great way to free up some room in your
home while ensuring that their belongings are safe and accessible whenever they
need them. You may want to turn your child’s bedroom into a welcoming guest
room or a quiet office space - either way, getting their belongings out of the
way will give you more space while they decide what they want to do with their
possessions.
Are you looking for storage facilities? Look no
further than Perrymans, the reliable storage company in Torbay and Devon
At
Perrymans, we offer secure storage facilities in two locations in Paignton and
Devon, covering South Hams, Torbay and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re
looking for a place to store furniture while work is carried out on your home,
or you need somewhere to temporarily keep your wedding supplies in the run-up
to the big day, we’ve got you covered with reliable storage near you.
Our storage
units come in varying sizes, from 216 cubic feet to 1400 cubic feet, and there
is no minimum or maximum period. The security of your possessions is our
priority, which is why we have 24-hour CCTV systems on all of our storage
facilities. If you are looking for reliable storage units near you, you needn’t
look further than Perrymans.
For more
information about our services, simply visit our website
or get in touch
with us today.
