American Storage Blog

One of the major issues that well kept storage facilities in Colorado Springs and other areas are faced with is the loss caused by abandoned storage units – units that have been rented and filled, but for which the renter has not paid the fee for over three months. The standard solution for the problem […]

Renting a storage unit can be very useful in different circumstances: keeping various seasonal items ready for the next use, minimizing clutter, storing professional or personal belongings during relocations, etc. Basically, with a storage unit you can save time and space when you need them most – and that`s the main benefit. You can store […]

Renting a storage unit is an option considered by many people and has become a very profitable business.  Storage rental places allow you to keep your belongings safe even if there is no room for them in your house. It is an excellent way to declutter and also to store your things while you relocate […]

Self-storage is a huge business in the US, taking up about 2.3 billion feet of space. And it seems that it is here to stay for a very long time. Speaking about time… If you rented a storage unit and plan to keep it indefinitely, maybe you wonder what will happen to it if you […]

Boats can have many different purposes. Some use them for fishing, for recreational activities, and for transportation, while others depend on them because they are essential for their job. Boats, like any passion, require quite a lot of time and attention. They have to be protected and maintained, in order to be used for as […]

Furniture sliders are an excellent and overall affordable means of getting your furniture to move more easily. Heavy items such as shelves, couches, and large cabinets can be hard to move around, and they can make your work more difficult when you plan to load them into your storage unit. But with the help of […]

Keeping a detailed inventory of what you put into storage is not only a good idea, but it can be quite crucial if you want to protect your items in an efficient way. Labeling your boxes will help a lot, since not only will it assist you in organizing your storage unit in a better […]

Storage units can be incredibly convenient, especially during life transitions like home renovations or relocations. They provide a safe place for your belongings until you’re ready to bring them back into your living space. However, over time, storage units can also become a catch-all for items we don’t use but can’t bear to part with […]

If you have a storage unit, renter’s insurance is a great thing to have. Even though the risks of the unit being broken into and your stuff being stolen are not really that high, there are other potential threats that need to be considered. Fires, water damage during floods, and damage from excessive heat or […]

Using your home as the main headquarters for your business isn’t considered such a good idea by most experts. The home is an area where you typically want to relax, play games with your kids and think about what your next move will be once you do some redecorating. Items, files, and equipment you use […]