Do you have what it takes to work for us?

We are hiring. Click to apply

a
a

Making a Smooth Move Home from College this Summer

by | Apr 27, 2017 | Highlighted, Moving

Best storage and moving options for college studentsCheck With Local Movers

The best way to find out about private storage is talking to local, independently owned moving companies. Movers may know the best places to store furniture and bulky items because they often coordinate larger moves for families who want some of their belongings moved immediately with others items left in storage until a few months have passed. Don’t overlook the value of local knowledge – chat up a local mover and see where they recommend storing your stuff.

Self Storage Options

Modern storage units offer amazing security and some surprising amenities. Some facilities offer climate controlled units for delicate items such as books, important papers and electronics. High end units might cost a bit more, but average self-storage units are available for very reasonable rates and many of them offer special discounts for students, particularly over the summer break. If you’re not too shy to haggle and want to try and score the best rate possible, be sure to ask if they offer a discounted rate for:

• Military vet families
• ROTC cadets
• Enrolled college students
• Paying up front
• Paying with cash

You can also bring the price down by going in on a unit with a few friends. This works especially well if you’re already roommates or if you’re both planning on leaving and coming back around the same time.

Check with your School

Local colleges and universities sometimes also maintain their own storage facility for students to use. These services might come with a nominal fee and the security might not be as great as you’ll find at a high end storage facility. But, if you’re just looking for a place to store some lamps and that old plaid couch, it could be a good alternative. An added bonus is that the facility is usually located on campus which means you won’t have to lug your furniture as far.

WHAT YOU CAN READ NEXT

36 Moving Hacks for a Faster, Easier, and Less Stressful Move

Moving to a new place is, without a doubt, a time of heightened emotions – stress, excitement, and exhaustion all mix together in a concoction that can overwhelm you if you aren’t ready. Naturally, a question to ask is how you can make the move less burdensome without...

Cleaning Out Your Apartment Before Moving: 5 Helpful Tips

Let’s be honest. Beyond the logistics of the actual move, relocations can affect your mental state. Questions quickly arise: Did you take everything you needed? Did anything precious slip through the cracks? Are you leaving a presentable apartment for the next owner?...

How to Move Out Secretly: 5 Top Secret Tips

Moving out is a big step for most people and usually something to share with friends and family. After all, that’s what they’re there for – to share and shoulder both the joys and the anxieties of moving. It’s natural to ask for tips or help from a circle of friends,...

6 Proven Ways to Minimize Stress When You Move

Moving to a new home can be a very stressful experience. Even if you’ve relocated before, moving requires a great deal of planning, organizing, and budgeting to do successfully. Use these six methods to make the move less stressful. Give Yourself Time If you’re...