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People Who Use Self Storage as an Extension of their Home

Posted on September 15, 2022 by Peter Donaldson
The Best Business Self Storage in Dorset

With the cost of housing skyrocketing in line with rising fuel and commodities prices, there’s a need to balance the books. Many people are now downsizing to smaller properties, especially in larger towns and cities. This drive to trim expenses will likely become an ongoing reality of modern life as people look for plausible ways to live within their means.

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Top 5 Things to Consider when Using Storage in Dorset

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Peter Donaldson
Top 5 Things to Consider when Using Storage in Dorset

When it comes to finding storage in Dorset, there are a few things you need to consider. The first is what you’re going to be using the space for. Whether you need a place to store your belongings, run a business or even have some extra room, make sure the storage unit can accommodate your needs.

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Storage is key to Airbnb 

Posted on May 25, 2022 by Peter Donaldson
Storage is key to Airbnb 

How storage can help your holiday let business 

As the Airbnb industry continues to grow hosts can benefit from using a reliable storage company to be able to optimize their space for guests. Airbnb has moved away from its humble beginnings as a sofa-surfing introduction agency. Now listings can be highly curated with features including Chef’s kitchens and Lakeside views.  However, as the market is open to all, there are many levels you can operate at.  The upward trend prefers places designed for guests to stay in, rather than a home full of clutter and personal items.  This is where storage can be key to helping your home or property transition into an Airbnb.

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Using Self Storage for Overseas Relocations

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Peter Donaldson
Top 5 Things to Consider when Using Storage in Dorset

When you’re looking to move abroad, the last thing on your mind is how much packing up and getting ready will take. But as we all know by now, countless things need attention before our big overseas adventure can begin. So, what do people usually use for storage when relocating from one country or region to another?

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What’s the Difference Between Self Storage and Container Storage?

Posted on February 21, 2022 by Peter Donaldson
Storage Dorset

Storage is an excellent way to keep your possessions or work items safe without causing you to make any expensive security upgrades. And fortunately for people in Dorset, Instore has the best storage options on offer in the county and surrounding areas. But how do you know which option is better for you? And what’s the difference between self storage and container storage?

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Top Tips for Organising Your Home this Summer

Posted on May 10, 2021 by Peter Donaldson
Top Tips for Organising Your Home this Summer

You might be familiar with the phrase when someone plans on doing a ‘spring clean’ – but it’s something to apply to every new season. It could be even more relevant, now restrictions are easing, and entertaining house guests might be possible soon. Our advice is to be optimistic and celebrate by donning your marigolds and giving your home a top-to-bottom clean.

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A Moving Checklist for People Arriving in Dorset

Posted on April 12, 2021 by Peter Donaldson
Effortless Packing: Essential Tips for a Well-Organised Self Storage Unit

If you’re planning a move to Dorset this year, it’s a good idea to have a plan of action before you start organising. No one likes things like packing and other chores, but they’re necessary parts of the relocation. It’s tempting to put them off until the week of the move, only to realise there’s an issue. Fear not – this blog will provide you with the best way to organise your relocation.

Creating a moving checklist is a sure-fire way to keep on top of everything. You’ll have a holistic list of every task and when you need to complete by. From there, you’ll be able to fit things into your daily or weekly schedule. This is our guide to moving in or out of Dorset, with practical steps and suggestions on how to go through each stage.

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Top Storage and Moving Tips for Relocations in Dorset

Posted on March 8, 2021 by Peter Donaldson
Top Storage and Moving Tips for Relocations in Dorset

We all need help when moving to a new home; it’s a massive undertaking, and we rarely hear anyone say they enjoy it. People often find themselves trying to balance their home life and work duties while organising a relocation! It’s enough to send anyone into a panic, but luckily there’s a way of preventing the stress levels from going through the roof.

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The Importance of Storage During Lockdown for Businesses in Dorset

Posted on February 13, 2021 by Peter Donaldson

The end of this phase of the lockdown is due to happen on the 8th of March with lot of business owners keeping a close eye on any updates. Many businesses in Dorset and throughout the UK remain sceptical about whether this will go ahead. It feels a lot lie déjà vu and it raises a question – what should companies do to prepare in the event of an extension?

The best way to mitigate any concerns you’re having regarding further restrictions is with proactive planning. Using storage can help protect your work’s equipment, goods, and materials, rather than leaving them unattended. It’s also possible to start thinking about finding a cheaper workspace and coupling it with a storage service. In this blog, we’ll discuss some tips and ideas for you to consider and are just as applicable after the lockdown ends.  

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Create More Space After the Festive Season with Self Storage

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Peter Donaldson
Storage is key to Airbnb 

It’s almost impossible to come away from the Christmas period without having accumulated yet more stuff. Even after the the diminished celebrations caused by the covid pandemic, there’ll have been mounds of gifts, cardboard boxes, wrapping paper, trinkets and the kind of tin or plastic toys that fall out of crackers. As we try to squeeze even more space out of our cupboards, attics and basements, it’s enough to make us yearn for the time in our early twenties when we weren’t quite so weighed down by acquisitions. If you’re beginning to drown in an excess of stuff but you’re not ready just to start throwing things away with a ruthless and unsentimental determination, then there’s only one thing for it – self storage. Read more…