You daydream about power walks across Ben Franklin Bridge and speed biking along Cobbs Creek. You imagine sunny yoga sessions under blue skies on the Schuylkill Banks.

Once the weather warms up, you can exercise outdoors and stash excess equipment in self storage. Our Philadelphia, PA winters don't last forever, so start planning now for packing up the home gym and taking your workouts outside.

Prep and Store Like a Pro

Break out the microfiber cloth, give everything a good cleaning, and size up how much storage space you'll need. Check out square footage options online to determine which storage units are the best fit for your fitness gear. Use these six power tips to prep and store workout equipment like a pro.

Follow Your Treadmill Manual

Reference your owner's manual for details on cleaning the treadmill motor and lubricating parts. Keep it covered in storage, and resist the temptation to stack boxes on its walking belt.

Detail Your Stationary Bike

A little detailing keeps stationary bike parts stable in self storage. Apply spray lubricant to the chain, handlebars, seat posts, pop-pins, and pivots. Don't forget the flywheel where it makes contact with brake pads.

Clean Weights Carefully

Clean metal weights with warm water and dish soap. Polish chrome surfaces with WD-40, and let everything thoroughly dry. Climate-controlled storage is always best for metal weights.

Balance Heavy Kettlebells

Their heavy weight and round shape can make kettlebells unstable in storage. Keep them safely balanced on racks and trees designed specifically for this type of strength-training gear.

Stabilize Balance Balls

Climate-controlled storage units protect balance balls from temperature fluctuations and high humidity. Keep them stable by nesting them in piles of old sheets away from other items with sharp edges or corners.

Round Up the Small Stuff

Ab wheels, pull-up bars, jump ropes, and resistance bands don't take up much room, but why leave them underfoot? You're finally recovering floor space, so round up the small stuff and stash it in storage. Use freestanding hat racks to organize ropes and bands.

We're Here Regardless of the Season

While you wait for warm weather, keep on working out and daydreaming. You'll get to move your gear and reclaim your home turf before you know it. We're here to make it happen with seven locations and the best storage units in Philadelphia, PA. Regardless of the season, you can always count on us here at Safeguard Self Storage. Reserve a unit online today!

New Year's resolutions and best intentions make great partners as long as the two stick together. When they begin to drift apart, you need a recipe that keeps this perfect pairing on track. Storage units here in Bronx, NY can be the secret sauce you need to transform these resolutions into triumphs.

Finally Declutter the House

You're determined to make your home the tidy place you deserve. Start by sifting through one room at a time. In each room, start with one small area. Move leftovers from closets, dressers, and cabinets to self storage, and finally enjoy your decluttered house.

Really Redecorate Interiors

Follow up your reorganizing success by following through with redecorating resolutions. Reapply the strategy of one room at a time as you repaint, rearrange, and repurpose. Keep home improvement supplies handy and out of the way in a storage unit close to the house.

Commit to Helping Others

Let storage units turn your work around the house into generous helpings of helping others. Designate unit space for extra clothes, furniture, and kitchen items destined for donation to local organizations. Even gently used books and electronics can brighten someone else's day.

Whip Up a New Hobby

Whip up your slow burn for a new hobby into a productive passion. Keep it from overrunning your home by keeping supplies organized in self storage.

• Turn clothing design dreams into custom-stitched realities.
• Put your creativity on paper or canvas with water colors, pastels, and oils.
• Stock your unit with tools of a trade you love like home cooking or master gardening.

Warm Up With New Workouts

Warm up the New Year with workout routines that keep exercise entertaining and effective.

• Pedal your way to better health with an ab wheel.
• Turn doorways into gyms with pull-up bars.
• Make workouts fun with jump ropes.
• Burn off excess calories with kettlebells.

Keep Self Storage in the Mix

Whether you're decluttering the basement, setting up a sewing room, or converting the garage into a gym, a convenient storage unit gives you room to maximize your best intentions. We're here to help with drive-up storage, climate-controlled units, and the best storage consultants in Bronx, NY. We can't do your resolutions for you, but we can make it easier – rent a unit from Safeguard Self Storage today!

Nothing can put a damper on moving day quite like not being equipped with all the packing supplies you need. Whether you're relocating out of state or just across Pompano Beach, FL, our self storage experts recommend getting ready for the move with these essential packing supplies.

Make Moving Easy: 10 Must-Have Packing Supplies

Fresh Cardboard Boxes

Moving boxes should be like storage units: clean and secure. Old cardboard boxes hide problems like mold, mildew, and bugs, so buy fresh containers at your nearest storage facility.

Plenty of Bubble Wrap

This packing essential comes in a variety of configurations. Stock up on perforated sheets, pocket-shaped pouches, and bags with self-sealing tops.

Tissue and Wrapping Paper

Tissue paper is ideal for fragile treasures while wrapping paper works best with non-breakables. Avoid newspaper because its print can stain belongings.

Cardboard Dividers

Cardboard separators turn moving cartons into portable self storage units for small items. The dividers add strength to boxes while they keep breakables protected.

Packing Tape, Dispensers and Box Cutters

When you buy packing tape, invest in tape guns and box cutters. These simple tools let you securely seal and quickly open packed moving cartons.

Labels and Markers

Apply large, clearly marked labels to all your boxes. Use bright felt-tip pens to color-code packed cartons by room.

1. Wardrobe Boxes: Take care of clothes during the move with these sturdy cardboard closets. Each unit features a hanging rack and front access panel. Many models include attached carrying handles.
2. Mover's Stretch Wrap: Wrap this plastic around furniture to secure drawers and seat cushions. Use it to bundle, fasten, and bind boxes and belongings. The versatile wrap sticks to itself without leaving any residue.
3. Furniture Pads and Blankets: Moving can be rough on oversized items, so protect fabric and trim with furniture pads and blankets. Use your mover's stretch wrap to secure pads around couches, chairs, and even appliances.
4. Cotton Mattress Bags: When you finally get to the new address, you want a good night's sleep. A cotton mattress bag keeps your bed fresh and dust-free even through a long-distance move.

Make Us Your Moving Supply Source

You don't have to travel far to get ready for a move. We carry everything you need at our Pompano Beach, FL facility and multiple locations across the state. When you need the best moving supplies and storage units in Florida, you can count on us here at Safeguard Self Storage. Rent a unit today, and make your move an easier one.

If your car had a Twitter account, would it be posting sad emojis? How many tweets would you have to read describing the mess in your garage? That trusty vehicle needs room out there, and you can help. It's time to get organized with Metairie, LA self storage.

Declutter That Garage

Storing your car in your garage preserves it from the elements and makes it easier to navigate your driveway or street. And without stuff cluttering everywhere, you can navigate your garage easier, too. Start decluttering your garage with these five tips:

1. Don't try to do it all on the first pass. Start with one corner of the garage or one type of clutter.
2. Clean out cobwebs, shop vac the floor, and haul off trash. If it's old or broken, toss it.
3. Sort through what you want to keep, donate, or turn into cash with a garage sale. Box it all up and label it.
4. Locate affordable storage units near your home. Pay the site a visit, lease a unit, and move your boxes.
5. Finish by establishing zones in the garage. Designate areas for things you really want to keep around.

Put Spare Space to Work

You can use your garage as a home for your car and as storage for you at the same time as long as you use what space you have efficiently. Try one of these smart DIY storage system installations.

• Sliding Box Systems: Parallel tracking racks support bins that slide in and out like drawers.
• Pulley Racks: A fixed pulley system lowers and raises storage racks for easy access.
• Ceiling Racks: These clever storage units hang from the garage ceiling like upside down tables.

Keep Your Car Happy

Reclaiming your garage is only the first step; it can be easy to let clutter creep slowly take back your garage and banish your car outside again. Keep it that way by ensuring the area is permanently organized. Make a promise to stash things like extra lawn equipment and seasonal gear in self storage.

Make another promise to clean out and reorganize the garage twice a year. You always have extra floor space in your storage unit, and that gives you and the car plenty of room to enjoy each other's company.

Keep Loving That Garage, Too

If you finish up with enough space for a new boat, let us take care of it at our Metairie, LA facility. Show that garage some love and park your boat, kayak, or RV at any of our six locations across the area. Here at Safeguard Self Storage, we're proud to always earn your thumbs-up. Start to reclaim your garage for your car by reserving a unit today!

If you're an active member of the military, you know how quickly relocations turn things upside down. Deployment brings its own set of challenges. If you're looking at retirement, downsizing might be an option. Storage units in Coconut Creek, FL and across the state offer solid benefits for those times when your military life is in transition.

More Room Living On-Base

Whether you're living in barracks or family housing, tight quarters are a fact of on-base life. Nearby self storage lets you expand with extra room for holding everything from additional gear to personal items, and affordable units mean your hard-earned cash goes far. Climate controlled storage units are also a big plus especially here in Florida.

Secure Relocation Readiness

When you receive Permanent Change of Station orders, you don't have time to waste. A storage facility close to the base gives you the security of always being ready for relocation. You have quick access to belongings, packing supplies are available on site, and carts and dollies make shipping out easier.

You can also scout ahead for storage close to your new base. Most facilities feature online location maps, pricing and availability details, and tools for estimating unit space.

Reliable Deployment Strategies

Deployment is never easy, but keeping core belongings in storage can help. You know everything remains within our gates 24/7 with site-wide security systems. Share access codes with a trusted friend or family member who can keep an eye on things while you're away. And online account management means you can keep your account running whenever, wherever.

Flexible Storage for Vehicles

When you leave a vehicle behind, you want to know it's going to stay sheltered. Trusting it to self storage includes these benefits for military personnel.

• Multiple layers of facility security
• Easy access to on-site parking
• Indoor vehicle storage at many locations
• Flexible month-to-month leasing

Dependable Downsizing Options

Retirement from military life comes with many downsizing options. Affordable storage units give you room to make long-term decisions without leaving anything behind. You can lease a drive-up unit and access belongings seven days a week. It's an ideal strategy for keeping your new home organized and clutter-free.

Our Sincere Thanks

Our teams here at Safeguard Self Storage stand behind you at our Coconut Creek, FL facility and multiple locations around the state. We're proud to do all we can to support you and your family wherever you're stationed. If you need extra storage, reserve a unit with us today, and we’d be delighted to help.

Your special keepsakes take up too much space. You love them, but you need to make room for new treasures or something that’s simply useful. You have plenty of self storage solutions here in Chicago, IL, but how do you prep, pack, and stash favorite things? This quick guide offers keepsake storage tips and tricks.

Protect Precious Things

Whether it's Star Wars action figures or memorabilia from Chicago's 1933 World's Fair, everything stays sheltered in climate-controlled storage units. Protect your precious belongings with smart packing strategies.

• Blanket keepsakes in bubble wrap before boxing.
• Pack heavier items first and lightest treasures last.
• Don't overstuff boxes with delicate things that break easily.
• Keep larger fragile keepsakes on shelves in your unit.
• Clearly label boxes and then make an inventory.

Preserve Paper Treasures

Paper keepsakes might be old photographs, family records, or even a vintage comic book collection. Preserve your paper treasures in self storage where everything stays protected from humidity and temperature extremes.

• Slip photos into individual acid-free sleeves.
• File important records in archival folders.
• Store valuable comics in mylar bags.
• Place protected paper keepsakes in lidded plastic bins.
• Keep bins off the unit floor on palettes or tiered shelving.

Curate Favorite Artwork

Your favorite images may not be museum quality, but to you, they're irreplaceable. Climate-controlled storage units are essential for curating oil paintings, watercolors and pastels. These tips keep artwork protected in storage.

• Cover oil painting canvases with wax paper.
• Wrap individual pieces in archival tissue paper.
• Cushion frames and glass with acid-free mat board.
• Elevate artwork on palettes, and drape with light muslin sheets.

Secure Holiday Treasures

Stashing holiday decorations in self storage protects the fragile ornaments, mantel decorations, and special heirlooms that make the season sparkle. Preserve family traditions and save closet space by securing your holiday treasures.

• Store small, delicate ornaments in egg cartons.
• Pad individual boxes of decorations with bubble wrap.
• Keep boxed collections in plastic bins with snug lids.
• Label bins with lists that make it easier to sort through decorations.

We Keep Your Keepsakes Sheltered

Don't worry about your Cubs bobblehead collection. Your John Hancock Center tree ornament is protected with us, too. If you love it but you don't have room for it, we have 13 convenient facilities across Chicago, IL. You can depend on Safeguard for storage units that keep your keepsakes covered. Reserve a unit today!

Between work and the house, you always stay busy here in Valley Stream, NY. Nearby storage units cater to your schedule with everyday access, multiple locations, and online account management. You can actually upgrade that storage experience by making it even more convenient. Try these time-saving ideas for getting in and out of your unit. 

Optimize as You Organize 

Retrieving something from self storage doesn't have to turn into a scavenger hunt. Save valuable time by setting up a system that keeps you organized coming and going. 

• Don't overstuff boxes. When they're filled to the brim, they slow down sorting and searching.
• Detail box contents with big, color-coded labels applied to tops and all four sides.
• Keep boxes the same size so that they're easier to rearrange when you're in a hurry.
• Make a master list of stored items, print out a hard copy, and post it inside the unit.

Maximize Unit Space 

Affordable storage units come in all sizes, but you can always maximize floor space. By making the most of a unit's layout, you ensure you can get in and out in record time. 

• Leave pathways between stacks. Wide aisles let you safely move things with room to turn around.
• Store boxes you access often in the front of the unit. Stack them so that you can see labels with a quick glance.
• Group similar things together. Keep a grid map of your storage zones in the unit for easy reference.

Do More With Power Tips 

Whether you use the unit for business inventory or hobby supplies, you want every stop to be time-efficient. Take organizing and layout strategies over the top with these storage power tips:

• Lease a unit located along your regular route. This works especially well for business storage.
• Make repacking boxes a priority. Accurate box labels and a unit map help quickly locate things.
• Upgrade your unit size. Extra space gives you room to easily move items in and out.
• Take advantage of smartphone apps that allow storage facility access.

Save Time With Us

It's our job to make sure you have a great storage experience, and we're proud to serve you with the best storage units in Valley Stream, NY. You can always count on Safeguard Self Storage to help you save time with multiple locations across Long Island and the surrounding boroughs.

You're not necessarily wasting the space – but it can be so much more than in-house self storage. Your Palmetto Bay, FL home's basement is full of potential as a downstairs rec room. It's an easy DIY project that pays off with endless fun and relaxation, as well as a smart way to increase the market value of your house.

From Basement to Rec Room: Six Simple Steps 

Take a good look around. Picture a layout that includes space for entertainment, downtime, and hobbies. Elevate your basement from a plain utility room to a cool rec room with the following steps. 

1. Liberate the Space 

Set basement space free with help from nearby storage units. Sort through everything downstairs, toss stuff that needs to go, and pack up belongings you want to keep in your unit. Be sure to label boxes before moving them to storage. 

2. Upgrade Its Looks 

Give finished basement walls a fresh look by painting them with light colors. Create a comfy feel underfoot by covering the floor with carpet squares. Finish off the upgrade with bright throw rugs. 

3. Develop a Zoning Plan 

Even small basements have room for several play areas. Decide how many fun zones you want, and start dividing floor space. Use a combination of furnishings, bookshelves, and standing screens to establish different sectors. 

4. Set Up Flat Screen Fun 

Dedicate an area of your basement rec room to flat screen fun. Set up a home entertainment center with access to favorite streaming services and a variety of game systems. Let it all rock with surround sound. 

5. Make Space Personal 

Save yourself a corner for what you like to do alone. A small desk that's been in self storage makes an ideal island for a craft station. Move in a table for solving jigsaw puzzles, or give your treadmill a new home. 

6. Leave Room to Relax 

Designate one more space for pure relaxation. Set it apart from the entertainment center with bookcases, and set it up with comfy seating. Let it be a shared library or just a quiet place to get away. 

Enjoy Your New Space

Enjoy the basement rec room, and don't worry about clutter reclaiming your new space. Keep it out of the way at our Palmetto Bay, FL storage units or any of our 11 Safeguard locations across Miami-Dade County. We make sure you always have plenty of room to spread out.

Are you thinking about moving to a smaller home here in East Williamsburg? Downsizing can be an exciting lifestyle transition. How can you be sure it's a good fit for you? Take stock, plan ahead, and let Brooklyn, NY storage units help move you into the future. 

Why Do You Want to Downsize? 

Most people who downsize feel like they're living in more house than they really need. You may be tired of dealing with routine upkeep and annual expenses. A smaller place might appeal to your eco-friendly nature. 

Whether you want to be closer to family or further away from urban life, think through your motivations. It's easier to plan for a big change when you're confident about why you're making the decision. 

Will It Really Save Money? 

Hit the calculator, and add up the numbers. Start with smaller mortgage payments. Factor in lower utilities and maintenance costs. Figure in the profit from selling your current home. The totals usually work in favor of downsizing. 

Apply those savings to moving costs. Invest in downsized furniture and self storage to help with the transition. You can even use your new cash flow to start a retirement account or turn a hobby into a home-based startup. 

How Do You Declutter?

Turn decluttering into an incentive for staging the house like a pro. Try to see each room through the eyes of a buyer, then use that vision to create a clean home that leads to a quicker sale. 

Storage units help take the worry out of decluttering. Stash furniture destined for the new place in your unit. Use the extra space to store things you plan on selling or donating after you move. 

Self Storage Makes It Easier

As you work out downsizing plans, give yourself room and time to work out the details and make the transition easier. 

• Lease a unit now for storing things during the relocation.
• Simplify new floor plans by measuring and comparing old and new spaces.
• One room at a time, decide on what moves with you and what goes into storage.
• Plan on keeping your unit so that the new home remains organized and clutter-free.

We're Always Here to Help

Living in a smaller place comes with many advantages – getting there shouldn't ever slow you down. Let Safeguard Self Storage make your move easier with storage units in East Williamsburg and all across Brooklyn, NY. Wherever you're headed, we're always here to help.

It's time to dash into the excitement of another wonderful Yuletide season. Every year, Philly gifts us with incredible shopping opportunities. As you make plans for stuffing stockings, remember these four awesome things about holiday shopping in Philadelphia, PA.

1. Philly-Centric Favorites Are Classics

Our favorite Philly shopping traditions are true retail classics. The players may change, but the holiday magic always stays the same in these venerable venues. 

• Love Park's Christmas Village: Immerse yourself in the Old World charm of one of the city's best outdoor markets.
• Rittenhouse Row's Holiday Fashion Crawl: Shop with upscale swagger, and mingle with local fashionistas.
• Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market: Connect with local crafters, artists, designers, and even confectionaries.

2. Acres of Retail Offer Everything

Get all of your holiday shopping done under one brightly decorated roof and still have time to visit with Santa. It's fun to join the holiday crowds at Philly's merriest malls. 

• Shops at Liberty Place: This dome-topped landmark is home to more than 60 shops and lots of festive events.
• Macy's Center City: Fulfill your retail dreams surrounded by city history and stunning architecture.
• King of Prussia Mall: Conquer your gift list while browsing 400 fabulous stores north of downtown.

3. Artisan Shopping Always Rocks

Venture beyond boutiques on a quest for the unique. Explore these indie outlets for one-of-a-kind gifts, and discover holiday shopping that really channels your originality. 

• Midtown Village: Indulge your love for everything vintage in the incredible shops on Antique Row.
• Reading Terminal Market: Take care of your gift list and your grocery list at the country's oldest farmers market.
• South Philly Handmade Brigade: Cool rules in this warehouse dedicated to handcrafted originals.

4. Self Storage Wraps It All Up 

Self storage is the perfect place to hide packages. Gift boxes, ribbons, and bows don't clutter closets. Set up a small table, and you even have a staging area for wrapping presents like a real Secret Santa. Storage units belong on everyone's holiday shopping list, and they're great for staying organized year-round too.

We're Here With Holiday Cheer 

If you shop until you merrily drop, we understand. When you need space for tinsel, toys, and tree stands, we can help. With several Safeguard locations in Philadelphia, PA, we're here for you with plenty of storage units and lots of holiday cheer.