Self Storage Resources
Storage Tips
First Time Self Storage Guide - If this is your first time using self storage, please check out our quick, easy self storage guide to save yourself a lot of trouble.
Know Before You Store - Are you considering self storage? Read the following tips from The Lock Up to find out what you should know before you use one of our self storage units.
Self Storage Packing Tips - Learn from the experts how to pack your items in self storage to keep them safe and organized.
Practical Self Storage Tips - The Lock Up Self Storage offers these helpful storage tips to help make your self-storage experience easier.
Storage Unit Size Guide - Learn more about the Lock Up's self storage unit sizes and find one that works for you.
General Storage Articles
Frequently Asked Self Storage Questions - The Basics - Have questions about self storage units? The experts at the Lock Up answer some of the most common basic self storage questions.
Why Climate-Controlled Storage? - What's the big deal about climate-controlled storage? Learn about the benefits of climate-controlled self storage to find out if it's right for you.
Is It Time to Invest in Business Storage - Is your company a good candidate for business storage? Learn more about office storage space from The Lock Up.
Benefits of Wine Storage - Many people have heard of offsite wine storage facilities, but are confused about their benefits. Learn more about the benefits of wine cellars to decide whether or not they are the right choice for you.
Security Options for Storage - Not sure if the self storage facility you use is secure enough? Learn more about security options for self storage.
What Supplies Should I Have For My Storage Unit - Thinking about renting a self storage unit? Find out which storage and moving supplies you need to make your experience smooth.
Transitioning? Turn to A Self-Storage Facility!/ - Are you transferring jobs, selling your home, or experiencing a change in life? Self-storage facilities provide simple solutions.
When the Wrong Self Storage Unit is Worse than No Storage At All? - Is one storage facility just as good as another? Learn what to look for when choosing a self storage solution.
Wine Storage Advice? - Whether you are simply collecting wine as a hobby or you are restaurateur in need of a large storage facility, a few simple wine storage tips can help protect your investment.
Proper Storage by Item Type
China Storage Tips - Putting your fine china in storage? Make sure it's kept safe by following these tips.
Electronics Storage Tips - Read this guide before putting your computer, printers, routes and portable media into storage.
Important Data Storage Tips - Ensure your important data's safety by following these storage tips.
Musical Instrument Storage Tips - Before you put your musical instrument into a self storage unit, read this guide to make sure it will be in the same condition when you take it out as it was when you put it in.
Appliance Storage Tips - If you're planning on storing an appliances in a self storage facility for any length of time, follow the steps outlined here to protect your investment.
Book, Magazine, and Media Storage Tips - A person's collection of books, magazines, and other media can hold tremendous monetary or sentimental value. Following these suggestions will help you properly store your collections to preserve them for the future.
How to Store: Art and Antiques - For a piece of art, valuable antique or treasured heirloom to maintain its value, great care must be used when storing. The following suggestions will help you store your valuables and preserve them for the future.
How to Store: Pharmaceutical and Medical Products - Pharmaceutical and drug sales reps can use a storage unit as a home base: a place where they can store drug samples, literature and other marketing collateral. When searching for a self-storage unit that will provide extra space and added convenience, it is important to take the following tips into consideration.
Moving and Moving Storage Tips
Packing Hard-To-Move Items - Getting ready for a move? Learn how to pack hard-to-move items with help from this short guide.
How to Prepare for Your Move - If you take the time to prepare for your move, you can take the next step in your life with minimal frustration. Take the stress out of your move by following these simple steps.
The Hidden Costs of Moving and Storage - One of the biggest decisions you'll need to make when moving to a new home is whether to hire a moving company or do all the work yourself. Be conscious of the hidden costs of relocating by following this guide.