If you are running a business, space can often be a precious commodity, especially when stock piles up or you have a mountain of paperwork on your desk. Self-storage facilities offer a flexible and cost-effective solution for storing items away from the office, however to keep your business items safe, organised and accessible, then follow our best practices for self-storage success:
- Unit Size Selection
Start by considering the volume of your belongings. Don’t rent more space than you need as you will be paying for unused square footage. Similarly, cramming everything in to a smaller unit can make retrieval difficult and often damage items. At Offerfair, our unit sizes range from 15 sq ft up to 180 sq ft. If you would like to view different unit sizes in real life, to ensure you are choosing the right size for your business items, don’t hesitate to get in touch and we will show you around one of our seven sites.
- Organisation is Key
Before you start packing, take a moment to develop a storage plan. Group similar items and paperwork together and label boxes clearly with contents and retrieval priority. This will save you time and frustration when you need to access something specific.
- Optimise Use of Space
Think vertically! Utilise stackable containers and shelving units to maximize your storage capacity and always leave a central aisle for easy access to all your belongings.
- Packing for Protection
Invest in high-quality packing materials, such as sturdy cardboard boxes, bubble wrap and tape so that your items are protected during the move and whilst in storage. We sell a range of packaging materials to help with this.
- Inventory Management
Keep a detailed inventory list of everything you store. This will not only help you track your belongings but also streamline retrieval and ensure nothing gets forgotten. Digital spreadsheets or inventory management software can be helpful tools.
- Security matters
Business items that you are putting into storage are likely to be confidential so the security of them is paramount. With CCTV access across all of our sites you can be assured that any items you store with us will be safe and secure.
We rent out storage space to many businesses in Hastings, St Leonards and the wider area, so contact us to discuss how we can help make self-storage work for your business.
