8 Reasons for Short-Term Storage

During a DivorceWhether you are looking for a way to declutter your home for a few weeks or are needing to place items into storage for a short period of time during a move or home renovation, short-term self-storage is a great option. With short-term storage, you can store your items for a few days, a few weeks, or just during the seasons when the items are not needed. Keep reading to learn about 8 of the most common reasons for renting a short-term storage unit.

1. Moving to a Different House

With the way the housing market is today, it isn’t always possible to sell your home and immediately move into your new one. Short-term self-storage units allow you to keep your belongings safe and in one place during this transitional period. According to the SSA’s Annual Industry Report in 2021, 29% of self-storage customers are in the process of moving homes.

2. Home Renovations

Home renovations can be stressful enough. There is no need to add the stress of having your belongings ruined by paint or dust during the renovations. During this short period, short-term storage is ideal for keeping your belongings safe, protected, and out of the way. Research found that individuals who are renovating their home are 3 times more likely to use a self-storage unit.

3. Storing Collector’s Items

If you like to collect things, such as toys, figurines, or sports memorabilia, it is only a matter of time before those items overtake the storage space in your home. Until you find a proper home for them, short-term storage can be ideal for keeping your collection safe and out of the way from normal daily activities.

4. Storing Your Hobby Equipment

If your hobby requires bulky equipment, such as snowboards, jet skis, bikes, camping equipment, and more, then self-storage units can help you to keep these items out of the way. Store it all in your unit and it’ll be waiting for you when you’re ready to go on another adventure.

5. Storing Student Belongings

Whether you are in between student housing accommodations, heading home for the holidays, or studying abroad, short-term storage is ideal for storing student belongings. Typically, student rooms have a single bed; a 50 sq.ft. size storage unit would be ideal. Storage units are perfect for the summer months and storing all the trinkets and mementos that you have collected throughout the year.

6. During a Divorce

Another common reason for an individual to rent a short-term self-storage unit is during a divorce or separation. According to SSA’s 2021 report, people who are going through a divorce or separation are 2 times more likely to use self-storage.

7. Death of a Relative

The death of a relative is the most common life event that people rent a storage unit for, according to data gathered by the SSA. When a loved one dies, it can often feel too soon to sort through all of their personal belongings. Until you can make the decisions about what to do with the items, a storage unit will ensure that the items are kept safe until you are ready to deal with them.

8. Traveling the World

For the jet setters who want to see the world, short-term storage is a perfect solution for storing their belongings. This is especially useful for anyone who rents their accommodation, as items can be stored during the time you are not renting.