Storage companies
When in need, storage companies will help you keep your belongings safe until you get a hold of them again.
What are storage companies?
Let’s begin with the basics, what exactly are storage companies and why will you need them?
Is this your first time looking for a safe place to keep your precious belongings? You might be doing so for several reasons. This could range anywhere between a relocation, decluttering, refurbishment, or even moving things from your college dorm. All of which could be incredibly time consuming and chaotic. Are you confused as to where you could start? Not to worry, we are here to help. We understand that coming across suitable storage facilities is tough. Since there are so many options, you might often end up confused and frustrated.
If you are an expat who is tainted with insufficient space, worry no more. You will be offered simplistic and modern solutions to accommodate your storage requirements. It does not end there. Storage companies often contain facilities or units that can cater to your belongings. That is whether you hope to keep a household item, or products from your business, or even a vehicle in storage.
Services offered
Have you thought long and hard about what items can be kept in storage? You might have found yourself confused if you have no experience obtaining storage related services. fortunately for you, we are here to provide you with the necessary and vital details on what you can keep in storage. Storage companies take care of a variety of areas for you including home, self furniture and even vehicle storage for you.
Self storage
Self storage is the ultimate way to gain easy access to your items whenever you want. It lets you drive all your belongings by yourself. You can even access these items when the need arises.
This option is ideal if you plan on using certain items frequently. You will be given a security pass code and it is just a matter of entering it into the system to access your items. We suggest you pick a storage facility that is located closer to your residence. This helps you avoid unnecessary transportation costs. After all, it will not be practical to choose a self storage facility that is located far from where you, should you access it frequently.
If you are a recent expat entering the country, or even entering the country, you will need a temporary place to keep your belongings. This makes self storage the ideal option
Car storage
The car storage facility offered by storage companies will certainly entice incoming expats. On the other hand, whether you are traveling on business or visiting as as a student, we have got the right solutions for you. If you are anticipating on having your vehicle flown to Dubai, you might wonder where to keep you car.
Using the car storage option, you will be able to keep your car in storage at a location convenient for you. You can do so by taking into account the period of time you wish to have your car in storage.
If you are relocating, chances are you will not have a safe place to keep your car. Until you move to your new apartment or home, long term or short term storage facilities will take care of your vehicle for you.
Car storage works the same way normal storage would work. Except you will have to figure out how to bring your vehicle to the storage facility. You could either do it by yourself or use company facilities to have the vehicle delivered.
Furniture storage
Imagine relocating to a foreign country for the first time with all of your valuable possessions. Only to discover your place isn’t ready to be moved into yet. This thought can be both scary and chaotic. Especially when you have moved with your precious furniture you managed to collect over the years. You might have even ordered some new furniture for your place. Except you received them way before due date and now you might not have adequate space to keep them in storage.
Storage facilities for furniture will come in a range of sizes. It really is a matter of picking one that suits your items best. Solutions will be offered at a range of attractive packages, there is nothing to lose really, it spells convenience at its finest.
Household items storage
Household items that may include electrical appliances, bedding or even artwork can be kept safety in a storage unit. Companies will offer units that have been built especially for the storage of household items. Renting out temperature controlled units as we mentioned before will ensure your precious artwork is preserved by the time you decide to take them out of storage.
Finding the right storage company for you
Lets be honest, finding the right storage company really is as tough as it gets. You will be bombarded by a plethora of solutions offered by multiple companies. This is overwhelming and it is easy to get lost among the many options that will be thrown at you. We don’t mean to be dramatic, but the feeling you get when you find the right storage company is equivalent to finding that missing piece to your puzzle. So how do you find the storage company that fits your requirement best? If you are incapable of deciding on a company that suits you best, here is how.
Storage rental
Prior to purchasing an item, it is natural for a buyer to scrutinize prices if they are on a budget. The same theory is applicable to storage rentals as well. You will have to consider whether the price you pay for your items is worthy of their value. Sometimes high quality services do not come at a price that is cheap. After all, cheap does not always mean that the service offered could be great.
Promotions and offers
Look out for any promotions and offers since they will be vital if you are on money saving mode. Exciting promotions might be out for grabs especially during special holidays and seasons. Some companies even offer a period of free or discounted subscription for first time users. Attractive discounts even may be offered should you decide to make a one time payment.
How secure is the facility?
No sane person would want to keep their most prized possessions in a facility that is neither safe nor secure. It really does take the whole purpose behind storage solutions off of it. This is precisely why you should check on the security aspect of the company you have chosen. See if they have adequate systems of security in place to ensure your items are protected at all times. This might include security cameras, personnel, biometric locks, and key cards.
Fire alarms are also crucial to ensure no intruder would lay their hands on your stuff. Paying attention to the security factor ahead of time will render you peace of mind in the long run, no worries at all!
Accessibility factor
Imagine keeping the most important item in storage, only to not be able to access it when you need it to your avail? Avoid this by ascertaining whether you will be able to access you items whenever the need arose. There is a wide range of items you can place in storage. Anything from documentation to vehicles can be stored. You might hope to keep things that you would anticipate using frequently. This may include items such as documentation and everyday objects, and in such circumstances, proximity of the storage facility is a vital factor to consider. 24/7 access is also important if you are keeping important items in storage.
Insurance
Your belongings are of value to you. After all, it entails all of your hard earned money. Whether luxurious or not, you might want to consider whether storage companies take care of the insurance aspect for you. Special attention to this factor must be given in case you wish to keep your vehicle in storage. Although we suggest it would be best to insure your items by storage date beforehand.
Features and amenities
Most storage facilities accommodate special features and amenities to enhance your experience. Some of these features include temperature controlled units. You might perhaps benefit from this feature if you are keeping valuable clothes, shoes, bags, electronic items or even an exotic vehicle in storage. This is done to ensure no pests or dust seeps through to damage your valuables. After all, the preservation of your items should be the top priority.
Cleanliness
Cleanliness of the storage facility is one aspect that you must not fail to overlook. You want to ensure the preservation of your items. To receive them the same way they were when you kept them in storage should also be your top priority. Inspect the storage unit if time permits to ensure they are dust and pest free. Facilities that retain proper procedures to control pests are for keeps.
Staff availability
One key component that stands as a deciding factor of a storage company is the customer service aspect. It is vital for staff members of the storage facility to be available should a customer require their assistance. For instance, you may encounter some trouble when accessing your items. Getting locked out of your own storage unit is entirely possible, at the most unexpected times. Staff members who are around to assist you whenever is a characteristic showcased by professional storage companies.
Reasons you will require storage…
We witness an increase in the number of expats visiting Dubai every year. Naturally, granted the dynamic nature of its economy, this is to be expected. So why exactly would you need the assistance of storage companies? Here is why.
Storage solutions for the long haul
As an expat or resident, you might require storage solutions owing to a number of professional and personal commitments. This can be long term specially if it entails your business requirements. For instance, you might be looking for a safe space to logistically hold the products of your business. If you are at a stage where it might be expensive to rent out a warehouse, renting out a storage unit might be the ideal solution for your business.
On the other hand, as an apartment owner, you might want to keep some items away in storage. Specially if your new apartment is not capable of holding the volume of items. It certainly will not be practical to just throw your belongings away. So why not give long term storage a go?
Downsizing or relocating
Down sizing or relocating can be a result of a number of factors. It could perhaps be in light of a change in your relationship status, moving out once you have concluded your college education or it could even be in anticipation of finally receiving that job offer you have been eyeing.
As a majority of customers have pointed out, relocating or moving is a common factor that have resulted in customers resorting to this service. Whether you are planning on moving to your new home or to a new country all together, storage units might just be the solution for you.
You could be downsizing to a home that is smaller, specially if you are right after college. Deciding what to do with your stuff is where you might get stuck at and you are likely to make rash decisions. Before you decide to throw it all away, we suggest you keep them in a storage facility. Students on a budget have nothing to worry about either. Fortunately, most companies offer attractive packages that are ideal for college graduates.
It could also be that you are moving out due to the sale of your home. You will have multiple tasks that will take priority that where to keep your excess belongings should not cloud your thought process. Renting out a storage unit temporarily will be the safer option for your items.
Creation of space
Decluttering is the essence of space creation. But what if you are unable to just get rid of your stuff? It will not be practical especially if you have sentimental value attached to them Or if they are essentials such as valuable documentation. In instances like this, you can keep your items temporarily in a storage unit rental. This will help you browse and sweep through your items with a clearer thought process.
Storage for your business
Entepreneurs will benefit greatly by this excellent solution. We understand how tough the initial stages of a business can get. On one side you will see your business flourishing, all good things. On the other, you ought to have outgrown your garage or that guest bed room or store room at home. You would be delighted to know that most start ups have geared to rent out storage spaces at this stage. If for instance purchasing a warehouse at the stage that your business is in simply isn’t practical or rational.
Items that might not be accepted…
You will certainly be able to store any item that is considered legal. Although, storage companies will understandably not accept keeping simply just any item.
Expensive things
We all own expensive items and sometimes customers tend to place them in storage. While certain high value items will be accepted, we do not advise you to keep your most expensive piece of jewelry in storage. Unless of course you are entirely certain of it. Watching over a rare diamond you own or your gold jewelry might just be too big of a responsibility and you would much rather keep it stored in a safe.
Things that are toxic or hazardous
Poisonous items or items that pose to be hazardous ought not to be kept in storage. For one it is not safe for those working in the facility.Ammunition can be dangerous for those around if the crew members were to accidentally drop it on the ground. It might even potentially prove to be damaging for items of other customers, which might not be entirely safe.
Anything organic
This includes anything ranging from food, plants, and even items that are perishable. Such items will not be permitted since they can attract dirt, grime, and even mold which will spread to other items and pose to be unhygienic. Be particularly cautious if you are storing items with any liquid in them.
