Tag Archives: self-storage units

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Prepping Your Grill and Patio Furniture for Winter Storage

The temps haven’t dropped too much in Philadelphia yet, but everyone knows that winter weather is just around the corner. You might still be using your grill or your patio furniture, but the time will soon come when you need to put them away for the season. If you have outdoor items that need to […]

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A Storage Unit vs an On-Site Trailer

As a business owner, you want to keep your inventory and equipment safe and sound at all times. If you have a storefront, you may be able to keep all of your products inside, but if you work in an industry that requires you to travel to various job sites (construction, landscaping, etc.), you may […]

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Hitting the Road for the Holidays?

November is quickly approaching, and with it, the arrival of the holiday season. If you’re planning to hit the road this year, it’s important to make sure your house in order before you leave. You may be gone for a few weeks or a couple of months, but no matter how long you’re gone, you […]

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Properly Securing Your Pickup Cargo

We’ve all been there – we’ve had to ask a friend to borrow his or her pickup so that we can move something (or we’re the friend who is always asked). You might be moving something to a self-storage unit or you may be picking something up from the local hardware store, but having a […]

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Moving in Inclement Weather

The weather has been wet lately in Philadelphia, but overall, the temperatures have been warm and people have been able to enjoy time outside this fall. However, we all know that winter isn’t too far away, and the first snow could fall at any time. At EZ Storage®, we want everyone to be safe during […]

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Saving Yourself from Holiday Stress

This time of year can be a lot of fun, and with Halloween just around the corner, you might be looking forward to the fall and winter holidays. However, this time of year can also be stressful, and it’s important to make sure you’re organized before family and friends begin showing up at your house. […]

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Cleaning Out A Loved One’s Storage Unit

The task of cleaning out a loved one’s storage unit after they’ve passed away can be both physically and emotionally draining. You know that you’re going to encounter memories as you sort through the boxes and decide what to keep, and it can take a lot out of you as you sift through their belongings. […]

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Does Your New Hobby Take Up Too Much Space?

You’ve always heard that it’s important to have hobbies, and if you’re someone who has several, you know how much time they can take and how much space they can occupy. If you’re into building model cars or ships, you need a dedicated workspace where you concentrate on adding intricate parts and adding small decals […]

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The Pros and Cons of Moving from an Apartment to a House

You’ve lived in an apartment for many years, but you’re finally ready to take the leap into home ownership. You may have recently gotten married or you received a promotion that included a raise, and you’re thinking that it’s time to buy a house. While you’re looking forward to owning property, there are some pros […]

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Staying Safe While Moving Furniture Into Storage

So you’ve decided that moving some of your furniture into self-storage, even just for a few months, is the best choice. What is your next step? Find friends who can help you move everything? Hire a moving company to transport everything? If you choose the former, it’s important to know when you’ll be moving furniture, […]