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Student Storage

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During the late summer and early fall, students are busy moving into dorm rooms, out of their childhood homes or simply seeking a place to safely tuck away their belongings temporarily.

In the classroom, many teachers find they have been assigned a different grade level and need additional storage so they can bring in the appropriate materials.

In both cases, self-storage facilities offer security and safe options for either long-term or short-term storage.

If you need help during the school year or other times, contact Big Bear Self Storage.

Classroom Supply Storage

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School is back in session and we’ve been discussing how some teachers have discovered that a self-storage unit or locker help clear the classroom clutter.

Bulk purchases of craft supplies, books and other items can be safely stored out of the way and accessed when needed.

Maps or themed decorations for special study modules can be tucked away safely until the next session too.

Don’t hesitate to contact Big Bear Self Storage for business, school or personal storage.

Professional Organizers & Self Storage

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Professional organizers are more and more popular for both businesses and home owners.

Using a secure self-storage option is perfect for moving documents, unused furniture and related items.

If you use a professional organizer, we’d be happy to help and if you are a professional organizer in the Big Bear area, contact us about our self-storage lockers–they may be a great option for your clients.

Contact Big Bear Self Storage for your secure self storage unit or for document shredding today.

Types of Storage Units

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Big Bear Self Storage offers several different types of storage units in our secure facility.

Drive-up units are popular because they are easily accessible. These are perfect for the mountain homes that don’t have a garage or shed because they can be used to store a variety of goods. Furniture, tools, appliances and many seasonal items can be kept safe and secure.

Businesses often use our storage units for rent when they need extra space to store files, equipment, signs, seasonal inventory or parts.

The indoor storage units are less like a garage and more like a utility room or closet. If you wish to store clothing, electronics, artwork, antiques, and smaller or other more valuable items, this option might be more appealing.

Finally, if you are looking for better pricing, an upstairs storage locker might be just the bargain you seek for any unique needs.

If you are seeking storage in Big Bear CA, please don’t hesitate to contact Big Bear Self Storage today.

Rare Book Storage Tips

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Big Bear Self Storage offers clean, secure storage units for rent that are perfect for regular household items such as furniture or sports equipment and other goods.

But secure storage units are perfect for a variety of uses for private parties or businesses. Last week we discussed how to properly store books but if you have vintage or rare items, these can be pretty fragile and we thought it might be good to share a few more tips especially for them.

Vintage or fragile books are best kept in custom, acid-free book boxes. These can be made or purchased. If you purchase pre-sized boxes, avoid slipcases which leave the spine exposed. Instead, get those with flaps that fold up around the entire book and that can be sealed with velcro or string.

Tall or wider books are best stored flat but avoid stacking more than three books and don’t pack shelved books too snugly. Books should support each other on the shelf but not rub against each other when putting them on the shelf or taking them off. The best way to group your collection is by size.

Using a storage locker is ideal since they are protected from sunlight and other risks found in the average home. The greatest risks to books tend to be moisture, mold, insects, and high temperatures.

Leather bindings may need additional care to avoid damage from dryness and cracking. To protect them, wrap in archival paper or 100% rag paper. Any bindings that are powdery should be wrapped in archival paper to protect both other items and further degradation.

If you are seeking storage in Big Bear CA, please don’t hesitate to contact Big Bear Self Storage today.

Book Storage Tips

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Big Bear Self Storage is the perfect place to storage a variety of household goods, furniture or specialty items. If you are an avid book collector, or have a treasure trove of vintage books, we offer secure storage buildings that would be perfect to store them.

Although most people want to store their books at home, Storage areas such as closets, attics, or tend to be poor choices. This is because temperatures can be too warm, too cold or vulnerable to moisture and flooding.

If you’d like to make sure books are secure and accessible, the best practice is to use shelving in your rental storage unit.

For the safest, secure option, rust resistant metal shelving is ideal. Wood shelves might be tempting but many types need to be coated as some can be acidic and damage your items.

When you set up your shelving, leave space between the wall so that air can circulate. Then, use book ends to keep smaller books standing up and keep larger and heavier books flat.

If you are seeking storage in Big Bear CA, please don’t hesitate to contact Big Bear Self Storage today.

Furniture Storage Tips

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Big Bear Self Storage periodically shares storage tips for renters. Since the region we live in is more arid than many storage facilities down the hill, items face less risk of damage to things such as mold or mildew.

Still, taking precautions to keep your storage unit dry is a good idea.

To protect furniture, consider placing plastic sheeting on the floor prior to placing your furniture on it. Some find that raised pallets are handy for this purpose.

It is also a good idea to cover all furniture during storage. This helps keep all items protected.

When possible, disassemble and wrap any legs of chairs or tables with packing materials so they don’t get scratched during any relocation.

If you have a variety of different chairs, try stacking them with the seat cushions together and separate each set using a towel, cloth or paper between.

If you are seeking storage in Big Bear CA, please don’t hesitate to contact Big Bear Self Storage today.

Storage Locker Auction Deals

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Big Bear Self Storage holds storage locker auctions periodically and finds that many bidders use these auctions to purchase items that they resell for profit.

Many buyers end up selling smaller items such as jewelry and other valuables, electronics or clothing online.

Garage or yard sales are when many of these items show up after an auction.

Appliances, electronics, and furniture and larger items may be sold via classified ads or other channels.

We just completed a storage locker auction and have a few empty storage units for rent. So, if you are seeking storage in Big Bear CA, please don’t hesitate to contact Big Bear Self Storage today.

Home Improvement Storage

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During the spring and summer home owners spend a lot of time renovating or improving their house or property.

Rather than expose your belongings to damage while you work on these projects, Big Bear Self Storage can assist you with an offsite storage solution.

A secure storage unit will clear up space during work in the garden and if you plan on cleaning, painting or making changes to your home, garage, or roof–you’ll find our drive-in storage an easy and useful option.

By storing your belongings during painting or other home improvement tasks, they will be kept free from damage or ruin.

We think this will give you peace of mind along with extra work space.

If you are seeking storage in Big Bear CA, please don’t hesitate to contact Big Bear Self Storage today.

Student Storage Dreams

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If you are the parent of a college student we think you will find Big Bear Self Storage a great deal. The summer return from college can take up a lot of space, so consider an easier option, professional storage units for rent.

For those who might want to spend the summer working locally at one of the marinas or other resorts, we think you will appreciate the safe storage option.

Nobody will access your belongings and they will be safe from the elements and any forest dwelling critters as well.

Our storage lockers are available in a variety of sizes so we can accommodate dorm room size goods up to full households of personal items.

If you are seeking storage in Big Bear CA, please don’t hesitate to contact Big Bear Self Storage today.

624 W Country Club Blvd, Big Bear City, CA 92314
(909) 340-0422