Not only are you not alone if your desire to organize is accompanied by a surplus of items that cannot be arranged in the house. Rental self-independence mini storage are a common solution to clutter in American homes. Your things are valuable to you. Packing them up, and moving it, is part of your solution. The products that you are storing, do they have any financial protection? Be sure to take the following steps prior to signing a contract and moving boxes.

It is important to choose the right service. You can drive farther to get a better neighborhood. Your device’s minimum security measures should be a completely secured home with limited access. A 24-hour-video surveillance system, written safety pads for the building as well your own floor and strategically placed security cameras are all important features. Calling and talking to managers will tell you much about the service.

Clean? Is the climate controlled? Does it stay dry?

If the service has been well maintained, it will not only look clean but also have been regularly checked for insects and rodents. You should not be afraid to check the contract of a company that manages insects to make sure the storage area is constantly inspected. Do you have the ability to control your own device temperature or is this a centrally-controlled system? If you plan to store certain items, it might be worthwhile to pay for a temperature control device. If you plan to store anything, make sure there is no water in your space. This can come from either the surface or groundwater rising due to rain.

You need insurance.

Inform yourself of any policies that may apply to the failures at the storage unit. How will the facility respond to a loss, such as a theft, fire or if they are robbed? They will usually state that any damage caused to saved files is not their responsibility. Ask questions and read all the details. Give your insurance agent a call and find out what the insurance coverage of your tenants’ or owners’ insurance might cover. Some renters/homeowners plans include coverage for individual residence when it is off the property. Other policies limit the value of an individual’s residence to only 10 percent when off-site. You should be aware that an individual’s insurance only extends to “covered hazards” which means that failures would also be covered for similar risks if they occurred in your own home. Covered risks include windstorms or robbery.