Even though the average American home has plenty of space read this, you may still need more to store the items that accumulate through the years. You might be the inheritor of a large number of personal items from an older relative who recently died. But you have nowhere to store them.
Renting a storage unit is a good option if you don’t have enough space in the attic or basement for your deceased grandparents’ well-loved belongings. If you need to relocate out-of-state and have a short time to do so, then renting a mini storage facility is advisable.
In the US, space is very limited. This is especially true in large cities. Homes and apartments can be expensive and every available square foot becomes precious. It is better to get rid of or store away unused items than to overcrowd your home.
To minimize your need for space, donate, sell or recycle all of the items you have. Get rid of all items that you don’t need. It is better to rent a storage unit near your house, as it allows you to access your items at any time.
The key to saving space is by minimizing the amount of furniture in your home. You lose your focus when you fill up all the available space. Your home or apartment will look cluttered. The minimalist movement is back. You can now pack away grandma’s old knick-knacks, and enjoy a clean space that’s uncluttered. We save years of life by cleaning and searching for lost items.
American households are likely to be more cluttered than any other country in the world. Recycling your items is a great way to reduce waste. Donate your baby’s crib, stroller, or other items for a new baby to friends and relatives who will be expecting their first child. Children’s products can be expensive.
If you want to store expensive items like musical instruments, film documents, medical records, and other sensitive heat or light-sensitive objects, it is best to place them in climate controlled storage.