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Blog, Lifestyle, Storage Tips
02/05/20210

3 easy and budget-friendly tips to spruce up your home!

Getting bored looking at the similar living space year after year? Some of us may have mood boards and ideas on how to revamp our homes. However, our budget might not be as big as our motivation. That’s why we’ve found 3 simple and budget-friendly ways to spruce up your home and instantly impress your guests!

  1. Create a feature wall

A feature wall, or accent wall, at home gives you the chance to experiment with different colours, texture and shapes to liven up the space quickly. You can easily create a new statement wall even if you have a limited budget. If you’re someone who loves to change your home décor a few times a year, you can easily spice up your feature wall any time. The best part is that all of these changes can be done without breaking the bank.

Here are some feature wall ideas:

  • Painting just 2/3 of your wall
  • Adding some textures
  • Using a simple peel-and-stick wallpaper
  • Adding a customised chart wall for some creative doodling
  • Mounting shelves for more display and storage space

  1. Upgrade your furniture and home accessories

Did you know that you can instantly switch up your current home aesthetic by making minor tweaks to your current hardware, home accessories and furniture? These tiny improvements can also bring more life with fresh colours, patterns and designs. The best part about these hardware and furniture upgrades is that it’s versatile and also more affordable than a full-scale renovation project that requires tearing down the fixtures in your home. The possibilities are endless for these minor home changes. Here are some hardware and furniture that you can explore:

  • Change the knobs on your cabinets and doors to a new design or material
  • Swap your covers on your sofa, pillows and bedding to give it a new vibe
  • Bring in a pop of colour with a new rug
  • Rearrange your furniture to give it a new look

  1. Add some plants

Besides changing your furniture, you can also add some greenery to your home to make a visual statement! By adding plants, you’ll also be adding to the overall aesthetic at home. There are limitless ways to mix and match – place them to accentuate a corner, hang them near the window or simply place on a table as a focal point. All these additions are budget-friendly as you can choose to purchase each plant in phases instead of buying all at once.

Here’s another quick tip for those who are planning to do some renovation work for your home or office space: Consider storing bulky items in a self-storage unit so that you’ll have more space to move about. By renting a storage unit, you can also ensure that your items are safe, paint-free and dust-free while you focus on your renovations. Call Extra Space Asia Self-Storage today at 3974 6000 to find out more about our wide range of storage solutions.

 

Blog, Business Storage, Personal Storage
09/04/20210

Hong Kong Box Storage Options

With so many mini-storage services and self-storage providers in Hong Kong, it can be quite hard to find one storage provider that fits all your storage needs. If you are looking for some storage ideas on how you can store your boxes of items or documents, we are here to help you! In this article, we have narrowed down the box storage options to just two simple choices, and hopefully, you will be able to find the one that fit your every storage needs.

1. Door-to-door storage service

If you are looking for a convenient box storage option, there is a door-to-door storage services option where you can simply rest and relax at home, and the storage provider will do all the heavy lifting for you. Usually, for such door-to-door storage service, all you have to do is call them or create an account on their website. After which, they will send you some empty storage boxes that you have ordered. Once you have packed all of your items in the boxes, the storage provider will then come to pick up all your boxes. Once collected, the boxes will be stored in the storage facility. In such cases, storage is made simple, and you would also be able to save the time and effort required to coordinate with your mover company as these storage services usually come with a one-time complimentary move from your home or office to the storage facility.

In Hong Kong, there are a couple of door-to-door storage companies to explore:

  1. Boxful
  • $49 for 1 standard box per month
  • Retrieval at $29/trip +$15/item
  1. Spacebox
  • $79 for 1 big box per month
  • Retrieval at Min $90/ trip

However, by engaging these door-to-door storage services, you will usually need to pay a small fee for every retrieval of your boxes from the storage provider. It might also take some time for them to send it to your home or office after you indicated it on the website or in your account. Therefore, if you are planning of retrieving the box often due to work purposes etc., it would definitely be more cost-effective to rent a mini storage unit where you can enjoy 24 hours access to your items any time, any day.

2. Mini storage or self-storage

If you are looking for a storage solution where you can have 24 hours access to all of your stored items any time, any day, consider storing in a mini-storage or self-storage near your home or office space. This will cut down the travelling time, and it will be more convenient for you to move your items up and down the storage facility when needed.

By renting a self-storage unit, you do not have to worry if your items are unable to fit into the various storage boxes as you are able to choose the storage size of your needs. This will be a good option if you are thinking of storing large odd size furniture pieces, bicycles or even your personal collection. When you store with a storage provider like Extra Space Asia, you will also be able to choose to store from as short as 14 days to as long as you need. Yes, you can store either short-term or long-term based on your preference. One plus point to note is that these storage spaces are climate-controlled and air-conditioned, so you can store your temperature-sensitive items without a worry.

Contact Extra Space Asia Self-Storage today at 3974 6000 if you are looking for reliable, FSD-approved storage facilities to store all of your personal and business items. If you would like to have a personalised tour to check out the various storage unit size personally, feel free to visit our Sai Wan and Hung Hom mini storage facilities from 10am to 7pm Monday to Saturday. No prior appointment required!

Blog, Personal Storage
08/03/20210

Extra Space Asia: Affordable furniture storage solution in Hong Kong

Planning for an upcoming home renovation project? Downsizing? Moving abroad due to work or personal reasons? Besides personal and family belongings, some of us might even have some furniture sets that we’d like to store as a keepsake or for future use. Unlike personal belongings like clothes or books, which can be stored in boxes, furniture is usually bulky and odd-sized, making it difficult to store while requiring more storage space. This is where self-storage solutions come in handy. Here are 3 reasons why self-storage can help.

  1. Wide range of storage sizes

From bed frames to sofa sets, cupboards, coffee tables and dining tables, there will always be a storage unit size that will be able to fit your needs. At Extra Space Asia Self-Storage, we offer a wide range of storage sizes ranging from 6 sqft to a spacious 200 sqft. You can also choose to store your items in a Locker or a Walk-in storage unit. If you’re unsure how much storage space you require to store all of your furniture, you can always call our friendly Customer Service Officer and let them know what furniture you’d like to store together with the measurements, and they’ll be able to assist you!

Here’s a storage tip: You should always disassemble big furniture items like bed frames and wrap them with stretch film or bubble wraps for fragile items. This way, it’d be much easier to store them, and they will also take up lesser space in the storage unit.

  1. Safe and secure storage space

When we only have a few items, we might just store them in our family’s or friends’ home. However, furniture usually takes up more space. By storing your furniture in a self-storage, you can be assured that it will be in safe hands. Most storage providers like Extra Space Asia have 24-hour CCTV monitoring system. In addition, at Extra Space Asia Self-Storage, you’ll also be provided with a complimentary unique PIN-code to access the storage premise. For added security, your storage unit can also be locked with a personal lock. This will provide you peace of mind knowing that only you’ve access to your storage units and items.

  1. Short-term and long-term storage options available

Unsure about how long you need to store your furniture? Don’t fret. At Extra Space Asia, you’ll have the flexibility to store for as short as 14 days to as long as you need. This means that you can freely choose between short-term or long-term storage options. And depending on your storage purpose, you can choose to downsize or upsize your storage unit anytime.

For customers who are going through a home renovation, short-term storage will be a great option to ensure that your furniture is clean and not damaged during the home renovation process. For customers who need to relocate or downsize their home, our long-term storage option is normally recommended so that you can store your furniture and belongings for as long as you need.

Here’s an extra perk to take note of! Most storage providers will usually provide a better deal for long-term storage customers.

Renting a storage space is now even more affordable!

Extra Space Asia is offering an Exclusive promotion to you! Simply visit our Extra Space Sai Wan and Hung Hom storage facility today and enjoy up to 50% discount off when you sign up for a storage unit. Terms and conditions apply.

Hurry! Call us today at 3974 6000 to reserve your storage space!

Blog, Lifestyle
03/02/20210

3 smart ways to organise your kid’s room

When you have children at home, expect toys, books and knick-knacks scattered all over the floor. We know this mess can be frustrating to look at. But it does not have to be that way. Here are 3 smart ways for all parents to try today!

  1. Make use of storage boxes

One affordable way to organise all of our kid’s toys, books and miscellaneous items is to use storage boxes. Parents can instantly make a room look more orderly and clean by storing all of these items in different storage boxes and labelling them.

Parents can also explore the option of using transparent storage boxes, so that they can see the contents inside easily without opening each and every box to find something. It will also be good to have different sizes of boxes so that every item in the room has a dedicated storage space. For even more space, you can also think about adding furniture with clever built-in storage compartments.

  1. Involve your kids

Good habits start young. It is never too early to introduce and instil good healthy habits in our children. So, encourage them to clean up their toys after playtime. We can start by organising the items in their room properly so that they get accustomed to seeing things in an orderly and organised manner. Once they are older, they can be a part of your small cleaning and home projects. By building all of these good habits regularly, our children will soon learn and make an effort to keep their items and room organised.

  1. Explore the KonMari Method

Parents can try the KonMari method, Marie Kondo’s minimalist-inspired approach to tackle your items by category instead of by room. This method begins with tidying our clothes, then moving on to books, papers, miscellaneous items and finally sentimental items. We should only keep items that speak to the heart and discard those that no longer spark joy in our life. We can thank these items for being in our lives and then let them go.

By utilising the KonMari method, it will also help to organise every aspect of the kid’s room. This will also allow our kids to let go of stuff that they don’t require. If the items are still in good condition, we can choose to donate and pass it on to people who would find them useful. Through this process, we can also educate our children about the benefits of decluttering, where we are giving their items a new home and not just getting rid of it. We understand that the process of decluttering and organising a room takes loads of time and effort. However, if the end result is a clean and organised room for children to play, study and sleep in, it will definitely be rewarding.

With these 3 smart tips, you can say goodbye to the stress and frustration when organising your kid’s bedroom. If you are planning to make even more space at home to live in comfortably, you can always consider storing those hardly used items or seasonal items in a self-storage facility like Extra Space Asia. Call us at 3974 6000 today to find out more about the various storage plans.

Blog, Business Storage, Personal Storage, Storage Tips
26/01/20210

Self-Storage

Living in dense cities such as Hong Kong can be challenging when you’re confined to limited public space and personal space. It’d be understandable if most individuals and families end up renting a self-storage unit in order to enjoy more space at home or in the office. By renting a mini storage unit, it can definitely help to provide the extra space to store your seasonal clothing, general items and even business inventories. Here are also 3 reasons why choosing a self-storage unit is a good way to expand your living space.

Long term vs short term storage

Not sure how long you should rent a self-storage? Don’t worry, there are self-storage providers such as Extra Space Asia who provides flexible storage rental duration of minimum 14 days storage to as long as you need. In this case, you’ll have the option to choose your storage duration according to your storage needs. This is also a cost-effective approach as you’ll only be paying for the storage period you require and nothing more.

Here’s how self-storage can help you:

Short-term storage will be useful if you’re undergoing home and business transition period such as a home renovation or in the midst of finding a new location. For business who are also just looking for a temporary storage space to store your festive sale items, it’d also be wise to just rent short-term storage for your business use.

Long-term storage will be a great option for those who are looking for a safe and secure storage space to store their growing business inventory or personal collection for a long period of time. If you’re planning of relocating to another country due to work or personal reasons, renting long-term storage will also be good as self-storage providers such as Extra Space Asia have staff present at the storage reception area during operation hours. This will help to ensure that your stored items are in good hands.

Self-Storage vs warehouse

Both the option of renting a self-storage and warehouse will provide you with that extra space for your personal and business items. However, there are some key differences which you should take note before making a decision.

Firstly, the amount of storage space available for rent. Self-storage units are offered in pre-determined sizes such as Locker or Walk-in storage unit while warehouse storage spaces can be customised based on your needs. If you’re mostly storing big scale machinery items or odd-sized items, the warehouse storage could be more beneficial to you. However, if you’re looking for a storage space to store a fixed quantity of items that require daily access, you might want to consider renting a self-storage unit.

Secondly, rental cost. Most warehouse would require you to sign a yearly contract while a self-storage unit is more flexible in terms of storage duration. By signing a yearly contract for a big space like a warehouse, it might lead to a higher deposit or down-payment compared to renting a self-storage unit. That’s because most of the storage rental cost is calculated based on the amount of space you rent at the point of time. In addition, once you sign a yearly contract for your warehouse storage, it’s best that you use the space for the full year (or longer, depending on your rental period). Otherwise, you’ll risk wasting money when you forfeit the contract. With a self-storage unit rental, you have the flexibility to move out of your unit anytime.

Self-storage tips and recommendations

If you’re a first-time mini storage user, here are some self-storage tips to take note beside the storage rental price. Firstly, you should always choose a self-storage provider that’s credible and here to stay with a proven track record. This way, you’ll have peace of mind when you choose to store your items with them.

Secondly, you should always personally visit the storage facility prior to signing up for a storage unit as this will provide you insights on how safe is the storage facility. During the visit, you should check the security features at the storage facility. Look out 24-hour CCTV surveillance cameras, the presence of the on-ground staffs and whether there’s any PIN code or card access to the storage areas. These security features are important as they will help to ensure that your items are store in a safe and secure storage facility.

Lastly, it’s also important that you check that your self-storage provider complies with the Fire Service Department (FSD) Fire Safety regulations so that your items are stored in a safe location. Click here to find out how you can check if your self-storage is FSD approved.

Choose Extra Space Asia Self-Storage

Founded in 2007, Extra Space Asia has over 50 storage facilities with over 15,000 storage units across Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Korea, Taiwan and Japan. Our industry-leading presence in Asia gives us credibility and allows us to operate self-storage facilities of the highest standards worldwide. We’ve also always strived to build facilities to improve people’s lives and work. This is professionally delivered through our cutting-edge services, uncompromised security and a wide variety of storage unit sizes available 24/7. If you’re looking for storage solutions for personal, family or business use, rest assured that your items are in the safe hands of Extra Space Asia.

Come visit our FSD-approved mini-storage facilities located at Sai Wan and Hung Hom today if you’re looking for a mini-storage space and storage service near your home or office space, or a place to purchase storage boxes! Feel free to call us at 3974 6000 or WhatsApp us any time at 6629 6624 if you prefer to communicate via instant message.

Blog, Lifestyle
06/01/20210

3 simple ways to keep your home clean and organised in the New Year

New Year, new me. That’s what many of us say on the first day of a brand new year. But instead of just a ‘new me’, why not include changing up your home situation for the better too? With many of us still working from home, our homes have become a place where we live for more than 12 hours a day. So it’s definitely important that we find simple ways to keep our home clean and organised. We’ve come up with these 3 simple ways which can be applied any day and any time.

  1. Tackle one room at a time

Most of our homes will include more than one room on top of the living room space. This means that you’d definitely need more time and effort to clean up every inch and corner of your home if you were to tackle it all at once. The easier (and forgiving) way would be to clean up room by room. You can always start with the messiest room or the room where you spend most of your time in. Start from the floor space, followed by your closet or your table. By combing these space section by section, you can start finding pockets of space.

You should also find time on a daily or weekly basis to do some personal hygiene tasks such as vacuuming and mopping your floor, changing your bedsheets and curtains, cleaning the surfaces that you often use like your desktop or vanity top to ensure that they are clean with minimal dust accumulation.

  1. Remove messy corners

We all have that one messy corner in our home where we would just happily leave our items there, and watch it slowly start to pile up like a mountain. Instead of that, consider clearing and wiping up the mess way before it starts to clutter. You can start by clearing up the current messy corner and make use of storage boxes to hold your small knick-knacks.

Try buying the same type of storage boxes so that if you need to stack them up in your room, it’ll be more consistent and organised looking too. You can also purchase transparent storage boxes instead of those opaque ones so that you’ll be able to find your items much easier over time without the hassle of opening each container. You should also place small labels on each storage boxes so that you can categorise them easier. Also, consider stacking the items from top to bottom according to how often you use the items. This will save you time and effort in future should you need to use the items.

  1. Declutter your room

In need of extra space to grow your personal collection, work comfortably and for your kids to play? Start your decluttering your home by first removing items which are hardly used. Once you’ve cleared these items either by throwing or donating them, you’ll be able to enjoy more space at home. With these newfound space, you’ll also be able to move furniture around to create a new vibe for your home. However, if after clearing up those unwanted items, you’re still in need of extra space for business or personal reasons, you can explore the idea of storing the bigger bulky items, seasonal items and even business items in a self-storage facility.

By storing in a self-storage facility such as Extra Space Asia, you’ll still be able to retrieve these items any time, any day as your storage unit is accessible 24/7. You can also contact the mini storage provider today at 3974 6000  to find out more about their various storage solutions for both personal and business use.

Blog, Business Storage, Personal Storage
23/12/20200

3 ways to create the perfect home office

A home office is typically an area at home dedicated for official business purposes. This space can be anywhere within your home depending on your personal preferences. With the increasing trend of working from home, many could be scrambling to find ways to set up a home office. If you’re still on a quest to set up a conducive environment for work from home (WFH), here are 3 ideas for you to consider today!

1. Use a spare room for your home office

When creating a home office space, you should try yo12ur best to separate living and working spaces for a work-life balance and to promote productivity at work. If you’re living in a spacious home, consider emptying your spare room to create that home office space where you’ll have enough space to input some new office furniture and storage for your documents and business inventory. This spare room will come in handy especially for start-ups as you’ll be able to save on the hefty office rental space. With that rental savings, you can now concentrate on how to expand and market your business in the comfort of your home where you’ll have access all the time to your business inventories too. Having a spare room can also be converted into a photoshoot studio or even a space to do a Facebook Live sale.

2. Create a conducive work setup with a table that you already own

You don’t really need a room per se. Your home office can be a place where you feel motivated and productive. If the only available space is your dining room table or even your computer table, let’s make do with it and create a conducive work setup. You can start by introducing some upgrades that not only improve your work efficiency but also bring overall benefits at home. These upgrades include furniture like an ergonomic office chair and laptop stands, tech upgrades such as wireless mouse and keyboard or even home interior upgrades to create a refreshing new look. Click here for more ideas!

3. Reorganise your home to create extra space

We understand that not everyone has the luxury of space especially if you’re living with your family of kids and elderly at home. One other way to create some extra space is to reorganise your home. Declutter your living space by throwing or donating items that you no longer need. While this whole reorganising process might take up some time, use this opportunity to make it a family activity where everyone handles an aspect or room. When completed, you should be able to find some pockets of space to work comfortably.

If there are huge bulky items, seasonal items, sports equipment or personal collection which you would like to keep, you can also explore storing them in a self-storage facility like Extra Space Asia. By storing in a storage unit, it’s like an extension of your living space where you can still store and retrieve your items any time, any day as you’ll have 24-hour access to the storage space.

If you’d like to learn more about the various mini storage services, call us at 3974 6000 to speak to our friendly Customer Service Executives or come visit our Sai Wan and Hung Hom storage facility to have a personal tour.

Blog, Lifestyle
14/12/20200

3 Simple Steps to getting your home Christmas-ready!

As we approach the holiday season, many of us would be busy preparing our home for the festivities. Despite the ongoing safe distancing measures, we can still find ways to bask in the joy of the holidays. If you’re planning to host your family and friends at home, here are 3 steps to guide you through your prep.

  1. Declutter and clean up your home

Your first step is to clean up and declutter your living space. By going through the decluttering process, you might also be able to create extra space for your gathering sessions to sit and chill. You can start this process with your living room, dining area and kitchen as these will be the main gathering areas. Take this opportunity to go through your closets and cupboards and throw or donate items that you no longer need.

If you’re in need of more space at home, you can also explore the option of storing your personal collection, family items or even home furnishing and festive items that you hardly use in a storage unit. Storage providers such as Extra Space Asia Self Storage provides flexible storage terms where you can store as short as 14 days to as long as you need. They also have a wide range of storage sizes to choose from, so you’ll only be paying for the storage space you need.

  1. Clear before stocking up your fridge

Before you stock up your fridge with party essentials, clear all the expired and soon-to-expire items to make more space. For the leftover items, place them in different clear containers so that they will look more organised in your fridge. You’ll also have a clearer idea of what you have at a glance. Use baking soda and water to clean and remove any stains in your fridge. Simply sprinkle some baking soda onto a damp sponge to wipe your entire fridge. To further improve your fridge efficiency, you can also try to organise and reduce the amount of items on the top shelf and try to cool the hot food items before placing them in your fridge.

Once these are done, your fridge will start to look more presentable for your guests. You’ll also have more space to stock up on seasonal goodies.

  1. Spruce up the main guest area with decorations

The festive season is the time for you to flaunt all your decorations at home. Once you’re done with the decluttering process, you’ll be able to find pockets of space for your festive decorations and Christmas tree. Remember to prepare supplies such as table cloths, foodwares, dining sets, wine glasses to set the mood for Christmas feast.

Here’s a bonus home tip: before your guests arrive, light up some scented candles and put out small plants to purify the air. Home plants will also help to add some colours to your home.

We understand that festive celebration this year might be different due to all the safe distancing measures. However, festive and holiday seasons are also made for heart-warming get-togethers with our family and loved ones. Therefore, it’s always nice to find ways to celebrate Christmas and the festive season with them.

Blog, Business Storage, Personal Storage
25/11/20200

Choosing the right Hong Kong self storage company

If you stay in a land-scarce country like Hong Kong where the average rent for units smaller than 40 square metres starts from HK$461, it’s understandable that most individuals and family would need to rent a self-storage unit in order to make more space at home. But with so many storage brands here, how do you make an informed decision?

Today, we would like to introduce you to Extra Space Asia, a storage provider with over 10 years of storage experience. Here are 3 reasons why you should store with us.

  1. Credible storage brand with over 10 years of storage experience

Choosing a storage facility to store all your precious items and collectables is like choosing a second home! That is why you should always go for a storage provider you can trust! This way, you will enjoy peace of mind when you choose to store your items on both the long-term and short-term.

Founded in 2007, Extra Space Asia has over 50 storage facilities with over 15,000 storage units across Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Korea, Taiwan and Japan. Our industry-leading presence in Asia gives us credibility and allows us to operate self-storage facilities of the highest standards worldwide. We have also always strived to build facilities to improve people’s lives and work. This is professionally delivered through our cutting-edge services, uncompromised security and a wide variety of storage unit sizes available 24/7. If you are looking for storage solutions for personal, family or business use, rest assured that your items are in the safe hands of Extra Space Asia.

  1. Reliable on-ground customer service throughout your storage journey

Unlike other Hong Kong storage providers which are unstaffed, all Extra Space Asia’s storage facilities have staffed reception offices during office hours for quick assistance, smooth sign-up process and even the sale of any packing items at our Box Shop. By having a staffed reception, new and current customers do not have to make an appointment just to visit the storage facilities. This will save time and also unnecessary hassles to make further arrangements.

On top of our 24/7 CCTV monitoring and a unique PIN code to access their air-conditioned and dehumidified storage units 24 hours, the presence of on-ground customer service executives will also act as an additional layer of security. Should you need to upsize or downsize your storage units in the future, you can also find our friendly customer service executive easily at the reception office during office hours.

  1. FSD Approved storage facilities

Last but equally important, all Extra Space Asia’s storage facilities are Fire Services Department (FSD) approved and certified fire safe. This is definitely an important factor that you should take note when you are choosing your storage provider. By choosing an FSD approved storage provider, you will be storing with a company that is credible and here to stay. Click here to find out the 5 key factors that determine if your self-storage facility is FSD approved.

Come visit our storage branches located at Sai Wan and Hung Hom today if you are looking for a storage space and storage service near your home or office space, or a place to purchase storage boxes! Feel free to call us at 3974 6000 or WhatsApp us any time at 6629 6624 if you prefer to communicate via instant message.

Blog, Business Storage, Personal Storage
03/11/20200

Self-Storage in Hong Kong: Why the cheapest option may not be ideal for you

Self-storage or mini storage are essentials that most staying in Hong Kong would need. Having a self-storage would come in handy during a home renovation, or when you are in between moving homes or starting a business. Before choosing a preferred storage provider, most people will usually ask the following common questions:

  1. Where is your storage facility?
  2. What is your cheapest storage unit?
  3. Do you have a price list of all your storage units?

It seems that most customers prioritise cost and expenses of renting a storage unit. However, does it mean that you should simply choose the cheapest Hong Kong storage facility? The answer is a resounding NO, and here is the breakdown on 5 more important factors that you should take note of besides the price of a storage unit.

  1. FSD Compliance

We cannot stress the importance of choosing an FSD-compliant self-storage provider. This should be the most important factor that you should take note of when choosing a storage provider. By being FSD-compliant, the storage facility will be a safe place for you to store your precious items as it is compliant to the fire safety regulation and laws as indicated by the Hong Kong government. When choosing an FSD-compliant operator like Extra Space Asia Self-Storage, you can be assured that the storage company will be present for a long time, and you do not have to worry about moving to another storage facility due to compliance issues.

  1. Security features

When you choose to store your items in a storage facility, it is important to visit the storage space physically to understand its features and overall condition. When you are viewing the storage facility, keep a lookout for security features such as CCTV monitoring as well as how you access the storage unit, be it via security cards or pin code access. There are also storage providers such as Extra Space Asia where you will see staff at the storage reception during operation hours. In this case, you will know that your items are in good hands, and you will also be able to seek help easily should you need during your move-in process or when you visit your storage unit on a daily basis.

  1. 24-hour access

Most people will usually choose to store at a storage facility that is near their homes or office spaces so that they can enjoy easy access to their items while maximising their primary working and living area. But what is the point of convenience if you cannot access your items any time you need them? This is why some facilities come with 24-hour access to their storage unit so that they can access their items or business inventory any time and day when needed.

  1. Wide range of storage sizes

Typically, a storage unit rental cost depends on how long you store and the size of your storage unit. Thus, it is important that you choose a storage size that best suits your storage needs. This is also a cost-effective measure for businesses who have just started out. After you receive a web quote, you should visit the storage unit to get a feel of how big the storage unit is and if it will be sufficient for what you need to store.

Most storage facilities offer a range of storage sizes ranging from a Locker to a Walk-in unit. Storage providers like Extra Space Asia will also provide customers with the flexibility to upsize or downsize their storage unit any time when needed. This will be useful for business owners who have just started out or in the midst of expanding their businesses.

  1. Storage duration

When you rent a storage unit, it can be either for short term or long-term purposes. If you are planning to renovate your home or in the midst of transiting into a new home, you will only need a storage unit for a short period of time. In such cases, you can choose Extra Space Asia Self-Storage, which is one of few storage providers who provides storage rental for as short as 14 days storage! If you need a long-term storage space to store your family items, seasonal items, sporting equipment and hobby collection, it is key to find a storage space which is FSD-compliant too so that you can store long-term without any worries!

In conclusion, it is important that customers do not just choose the cheapest self-storage to store their items. You should always look at these other 5 factors and choose a self-storage provider that provides a secure place to store all your personal and business items safely in both long- and short-term use. This will give all give you peace of mind knowing that your stored items are in safe hands. If you have more enquiries about the different storage services, feel free to call us at 3974 6000 and our Customer Service Executives will glad to assist you further.

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