You probably have friends who do it. They let someone else handle the driving. Think about the advantages of using public transportation in Chicago and suburbs like Hermosa, IL. Combine those benefits with secure vehicle self storage at Safeguard, and it can all add up to a cheaper, safer way to navigate Chicagoland.

What Are the Advantages of Ditching the Car?

It's great to come and go on your own schedule. Driving a car gives you personal convenience. However, using Chicago's public transport system offers solid advantages over staying behind your own wheel.
• Say goodbye to commuter headaches because you're not driving through rush hour traffic.
• Statistically, you're less likely to be involved in an accident riding the bus or train.
• You save money on parking, gas, and tolls for roads, bridges and tunnels.
• The time you spend riding is also free time to spend on working, reading or just relaxing.

How Does Chicago's Public Transport Work?

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) makes it easy to catch a ride with different lines serving downtown and the suburbs. CTA also makes it easy to buy different public transport packages with its Ventra card.

An unlimited Ventra card pass works best if you plan on frequent rides with CTA. You can also buy single-rider cards good for up to 30 days. One-time ride tickets are always available, too.

If you decide to go with car storage and transition to commuting, CTA gives you plenty of public transportation choices. Chicago's L lines all converge on the Loop with free connections between stations. Metra train lines and more than 120 Pace bus routes cover the rest of the city and suburbs.

Is It OK to Park the Car in Self Storage?

Many drivers enjoy the best of both worlds by combining public transport with affordable storage for their cars. The arrangement moves you around town on CTA lines while you enjoy these car storage perks.
• The security of not leaving your car parked in an open lot or on the street
• Flexible leasing arrangements for short- or long-term storage
• Online management tools with convenient payment options
• Professional, on-site staff with answers to all your storage questions

We're Just Around the Corner

You don't have to give up your wheels for easier city driving. Park the car with us. Leave commuting headaches in the rearview mirror. Safeguard Self Storage is at your service with seven locations across the city, including Hermosa, IL. Wherever you are in Chicagoland, Safeguard car storage is just around the corner.

You plan and enjoy different celebrations every season, but this one is extra special. New Year's Eve always brings out the resourceful side of your hospitality. This year in Edison Park, IL, keep everything fun, simple and safe. Join friends in retrieving seasonal supplies from storage units as you make your party plans.

Create Your Own Decorations

Why spend money on expensive New Year's decorations? Put your creative talents to work crafting originals that express your personal style. It's so much more fun to do it yourself when you start off with these ideas.

• Repurpose your Christmas wreath with tiny noisemakers and miniature New Year's hats.
• Decorate interiors with confetti by pinning the walls with brightly colored paper circles.
• Add excitement to every room with pretty string lights around mirror and picture frames.
• Put sparkle on champagne bottles with a light spray of gold glitter paint.

Build a Beautiful Buffet

An enticing New Year's Eve buffet encourages guests to mingle while they graze. It also helps balance cocktails with plenty of food. Get those chafing dishes out of self storage and put these ideas on your serving tables.

• Ask friends to help by bringing their favorite holiday appetizers and sweets.
• Save your time for your guests by keeping the buffet simple and easy to refill.
• Use tiered cake stands, napkin-lined baskets, and bright colanders as unique serving dishes.
• Avoid buffet bottlenecks by making sure each food item has easy-to-reach serving utensils.
• Stock your champagne cocktail bar with strawberry, lemon peel, and sugar cube garnishes.

Make It a Safe Celebration

Cocktails, wine, and beer help ring in New Year's Eve, but too many drinks can put a damper on the festivities. Don't try to manage it all by yourself. Discuss plans with several friends a few days before your celebration. As a group, you can agree on designated drivers in advance.

Keep rideshare numbers handy throughout the evening just in case. Encourage your guests to keep their plates full between cocktails. Offer them non-alcoholic beverages with lots of sparkle and taste. Stay upbeat, but don't let anyone get behind the wheel after too many drinks.

We're at Your Service Year-Round

Everyone at Safeguard Self Storage wishes you a safe and Happy New Year in Edison Park, IL. It's our pleasure to be at your service with the best storage units available. We're here for you year-round, and we thank you for your business.

When you're sizing up summer storage options, size really does matter. How much space do you need to store a motorcycle? What kind of square footage can handle the flag football team's gear? We offer a definitive guide to the best storage unit dimensions in Edison Park, IL.

Small Spaces, Big Convenience

Enjoying self storage doesn't mean leasing something large. A 5-by-5 unit gives you enough space to store fishing rods, tackle boxes, and assorted sporting gear. If it all fits in a walk-in closet, it fits in this compact unit.

Plenty of Room for Wheels

Stop crowding your car in the garage. Give it breathing room by parking your motorcycle in a secure 5-by-10 space that's easy to access. With 50 square feet of storage, you have room to spare for a dirt bike, too.

Summer Storage for Students

Direct students on summer break to the nearest storage facility. A 7.5-by-10 unit holds books, bedding, boxed belongings, and more. You hold on to clean closets and drawers. Point out the convenience of having all their stuff in one spot when they head back to the dorm.

A Place for the Home Team

Round up the kids' sports gear and organize everything in a 10-by-10 space featuring cool climate control all summer long. Keep the team on track with room for equipment, jerseys, and cleats. Keep up team spirit by designating the unit as their 100 square-foot team locker space.

A Home for Big Water Toys

With so many ways to enjoy the waves on Lake Michigan, summertime self storage makes sense. Make it fit your plans with a 10-by-15 unit big enough to hold your biggest water toys.

Water toys you can store include:

• Stand-up paddle boards
• Snorkel and scuba gear
• Single and double kayaks
• Skiffs and surfboards

Summer Storage That Always Fits

We understand how much size matters. Let us help you find your summertime unit here at Edison Park, IL, or any of our other 15 Chicagoland Locations. When you need self storage that always fits, you can always count on Safeguard.

In a perfect world, your house sells the same day you close on a new home. You have plenty of money and time to make the move. When real estate daydreams and realities collide, be prepared with smart options that include short term storage here in Edison Park, IL.

Why Would You Sell First?

Motivation matters when you're selling a house. You may have fallen in love with a dream home or a location that's perfect for work. You might want to downsize for retirement. Sometimes the timing just doesn’t work out.

Your plans depend on cashing in on your home's equity. If you're positioned in a seller's market, a quick closing makes the transition from old to new much easier.

Can You Speed Up the Buying Process?

Perhaps you're not in the market for a dream home. You want to make your move before closing the sale on your current home. These options can speed up the hunt for a new address.

• Limit your search to houses within a 15-mile radius.
• Keep an eye out for home foreclosures and auctions.
• Ask your realtor about properties that are ready for move-in.

Speed shopping isn't for everyone. You might want to slow down, move belongings to a nearby storage unit, and consider an easier relocation strategy.

What Are the Pros and Cons?

If you can plan ahead, you can actually benefit from selling a home before buying a new one. When you sell first, you're free from the obligations of dealing with two loans. Closing on the old house keeps you from overextending as a buyer. You know exactly what you can spend on a new home.

With that financial security, you can afford a short lease on living space and short-term storage for holding things until you make your final move. The downside of this plan is packing and unpacking twice.

On the upside, taking your time offsets the work of a double move. You don't feel pressured to make quick decisions. You can relax and shop with confidence. When you finally settle in a new home, keep your storage unit. Everyone can use extra space on a long-term basis.

Self Storage Will Keep You Ready

Regardless of when the house sells, you can be confident thanks to the safety net of self storage.  Safeguard Self Storage keeps you ready for the move with short-term and long-term storage units in Edison Park, IL and all across Chicagoland. You can count on us to help make your real estate daydreams come true.

Can it be as simple as it seems on TV? You love saving money, but how do you make the bidding process work for you? If you're sizing up storage auctions around Edison Park, IL, welcome to the affordable world of furnishing your home.

Auction Rules Are Easy to Follow

Most auctions follow the same format. An auctioneer starts the bidding on the contents of an abandoned self storage unit. The action is usually live, but some sales allow on-site sealed bids and online bidding.

You're not allowed inside the unit before bidding begins. You do get to look at its contents through an open doorway. Winning bids are paid in cash, and you're given a set time frame for hauling everything home.

It Works to Your Advantage

Storage facility auctions owe their popularity to one thing: a chance to save money. Resale listing sites and thrift stores mark up inventory to make a profit. Each item comes with a set price.

Storage auctions let you buy multiple items for one low price. You don't have to worry about evaluating the cost of a new couch. Your winning bid gives you resale options that cover your original investment.

You Can Find Almost Anything

Are you looking for office equipment? Check out self storage auctions near business districts. Fill every room at the house with just one residential sale. If you need dorm room furniture, head for an auction near campus. Location counts, so count on finding just about anything including:

• Stoves, washing machines and refrigerators.
• Clothes, shoes and personal accessories.
• Couches, beds and dining room sets.
• Gaming stations, sound systems and televisions.

You Can Master the Power Tips

It doesn't take long to figure out how a self storage auction works. You don't have to be a resale pro to make the most of every bid. Just keep these easy, power tips in play.

• Budget your day and stick with it.
• Bid on clean, well-organized units.
• Size up unit contents for resale.
• Be ready to haul heavy items.

We Help You Store It All

Once you get that gently used new furniture home, you may not have room for everything. Don't worry. Safeguard can help with self storage in Edison Park, IL and all across Chicagoland. Stop by one of our locations soon, and size up our affordable world of storage solutions.