SELF STORAGE

Is your house cluttered with items you just don't have room for, but don't want to get rid of at this stage?

Or are you moving, but need somewhere to store your furniture in between locations?

There are various self-storage options that might suit you.

If you are moving from one house, but can't move directly into your new house, you might like to consider a service like Portable On Demand Storage. A moving container (or more, if needed) is delivered to your home by truck. You then pack your furniture and other possessions into the container at your convenience.

Then the container is taken away, and either delivered to be stored at your new location until you can unpack it, or stored at their warehouse, and then delivered to your new home when you are ready, for unpacking. They can usually deliver to most places in Australia, but naturally costs will be substantially more for longer distances.

This is not an especially cheap storage option, but it can save a lot of actual moving costs if you have to hire a moving van, truck or trailer, and work, unpacking into a conventional storage facility when you move out, and then re-packing and moving everything again when you move in. Storage can be for as long as you like- even years- but naturally you pay for the storage time used.

Perhaps a more conventional lock up storage unit might be more your style. Some of these venues have accessibility to your unit 24/7 and are fully monitored and alarmed, with camera surveillance. Your contents can also be insured for an extra charge. Some offer free use of forklifts, and pallet trucks and trolleys, and free loan trailers for your move in- and even customer lounges with free tea and coffee facilities.

These storage units come in various sizes, priced accordingly, and prices can vary quite considerably, so make sure you compare a few venues before making a decision. Cheaper storage rates may be offered for long term storage, but they are also readily available for short term storage. Availability is another thing to check- don't just assume a unit of the size you want, will be available.

Another option offered is storage in large shipping containers, instead of traditional shed/warehouse type units. These also vary in size and cost.

Self storage facilities are available in all capital cities and many regional centres around Australia. Most self storage facilities have websites, or promote online, so be sure to check out quite a few to find one in your location, at the best price, and the ideal solution to your storage needs.