Is a Moving Storage Unit Right for You?

4 Pros of Renting a Moving Storage Container

1. You can pack at your own pace, although the cost of doing that will vary by company.

2. You forgot and packed the coffee maker or your phone charger? No worries! Having your belongings handy makes it easy to rescue these items. 

3. A moving storage container is a perfect solution for when there's a time gap between moving out of the old place and into the new. Simply have the container held off-site until you're ready for it!

4. Packing and loading the container at your own pace will reduce some of the stress and expense of hiring professional movers.

4 Cons of Renting a Moving Storage Container

1. This isn't climate-controlled storage, so consider temperature and humidity changes when loading it. Otherwise, sensitive items like antiques, appliances, electronics, family heirlooms, furniture, or yard equipment could be seriously damaged when the weather changes.

2. Moving storage containers are bulky and take up quite a bit of space. Do you have room in your driveway for it? Is it even allowed under the rules of your apartment complex, condo, or homeowner's association?

3. Are you prepared to load it yourself? Depending on what you're putting in it, there could be a lotof heavy lifting involved!

4. A moving storage container needs careful packing to avoid damage. For the best results, you might want to call in professional movers to do the loading and unloading for you.

Let the Professionals Help with Your Move

At CT Moving and Storage, we're here to help with as much or as little as you need. Our team of experienced packers and movers can pack, unpack, load, and/or unload your moving storage container. Just let us know how we can help!