Now that fall is officially upon us and the holidays are fast approaching, it is time to consider what chores and tasks need to happen before winter. And with the changing of the seasons, now is the perfect time to think about how a storage unit could help you manage your winter transition.
Storing away summer equipment, things you will not need until next year, and other items gives you plenty of room around your house for holiday guests, new toys and gadgets, and winter outdoor gear. Here are just a few ways that you can use your storage unit to help you prepare for the coming cold months.
1. Pack Away the Lawn and Garden Equipment
With colder temperatures, you will not be mowing your grass again soon, and it is time to put the pool toys and summer yard tools away for a bit. If your garage is already feeling cramped, it can be tough to find room to bring everything indoors for the winter. A storage unit is a perfect place for keeping your grill, pool tools and accessories, lawn-care tools, and water toys for the winter. Keeping these items off-site gives you more room for your vehicles, keeps clutter to a minimum, and protects your investments from the harsh winter weather.
2. Holiday Decorations
Before the holiday season begins, you need a place to keep your decorative items, Christmas tree, and other holiday goodies. Once you put up the tree and trimmings, though, you may have pieces that you need to store to make room for your holiday décor. A storage unit is perfect for meeting both needs. During the summer, you can store your holiday items safely and efficiently, and once the tree goes up, your storage unit is the perfect spot to stash the extra furniture and décor pieces that are displaced during the holidays.
3. Outdoor Gear
Those who love to spend time in the outdoors may not always have a place to stash their gear when it is not in use. Whether you love winter sports, summer activities, or both, chances are you have a lot of stuff taking up space in closets, your garage, or other spots in your home. Why not keep it all in your storage unit, where it stays clean and dry in the off-season and is still easily accessible whenever you need it? Bikes, boats, camping gear, skis, snowboards, sports equipment, and scuba or fishing gear can be cumbersome and use up lots of storage space in your home, which is why keeping it in a storage unit makes perfect sense.
4. Boats, RVs, and Cars
You probably won’t be using your boat, RV, or collectible car much during the winter months, so why not clear space in your driveway for holiday guests by storing these at a secure storage facility? Some have units big enough to store a car or boat inside while most have spaces to park vehicles safely within their secure gates. Free up your street and driveway and store these extra vehicles off-site for the winter. Whatever your winter storage needs, Alpha Self Storage is here to help. Call or contact us today to learn more about how we can help you get ready for winter and solve your storage problems.