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Simplify Downsizing With Self-Storage

Published by Derrick Spencer

“Downsizing” one’s living space is a common trend now-a-days, especially with city living. The task can seem overwhelming at first whether you are downsizing by choice to de-clutter your life or are doing so as a lifestyle necessity. Whatever your reasoning is, Aaron Bros. Moving System, Inc.’s self-storage facilities will help simplify your life and ease the transition of moving into a smaller home. When you approach the change with a  plan of attack the event can be relatively stress-free. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you prepare to downsize your home:

Sort and De-clutter

With any move, it is always wise to sort through all of your belongings to see what will make the cut in your new home and what will not. If space is limited or items doubled because you are joining households; or, just the actual cubic feet to keep items is minimized, storage is the ideal solution to maintain what you see using in the foreseeable future. Keeping them in your new house will cause unnecessary clutter and disorganization. Aaron Bros. storage professionals can help you choose the best space to suit your storage needs at an economical price.

Store Close to Home

Aaron Bros. Moving System, Inc. has four self-storage facilities located in the following neighborhoods: Bronzeville, Hyde Park, South Shore, and Auburn/Gresham. Choosing a facility close to home helps keep you on your path to downsizing because you are not going out of the way of your normal routine. You’ll be more apt to keep up with your storage space and the items inside if it is easily accessible to you.

Short or Long-term Rentals

Our storage facilities offer both short and long-term storage. We will never lock you into a monthly contract so you are free to keep your “extra” items with us for as little or as long as you need to. This is especially helpful for those who are temporarily in a smaller living space. You will have peace of mind knowing that your items are kept safe and secure.

Choose a Secure Facility

All four of our self-storage facilities are monitored by on-site management and maintenance crew. Only those tenants that have a contract with us and a zero balance have access to the facility at anytime. We consistently take inventory of all units to ensure that our tenants and their belongings are kept secure. Our facilities are equipped with multiple loading/unloading docks. free dolly use for you and your movers, and freight elevators. Aaron Bros. storage facilities make it as easy as possible to get in and out of your space as hassle-free as possible.

 

The less you have to worry about your items as you prepare to downsize, the less stressful it will be for you and your loved one. Let Aaron Bros. Moving System Inc.’s forty years of experience help you simplify the process and your life!

Need movers to move the items into one of our storage facilities? Contact us for availability and rates.

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