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Free moving and storage guides
Nine short guides to help you pack, move and store with less stress. Read them here, or download the PDFs to print and keep. No email needed.
House Moving Checklist
Everything to do, week by week, from booking movers to the keys. Tick it off as you go.
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The 7 Things You Need to Know Before You Use Self Storage
What to ask, what to pack and how to choose the right size before you book.
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What Can You Fit in 1 Cubic Metre?
A picture guide to how much space your things really take.
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Insider's Guide to Loading a Moving Truck
Heavy things low, essentials near the doors, every tier secured.
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Storage, Ventilation and the Elements
How to pack dry and leave air space so your things come out as they went in.
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Purchasing a Padlock for Your Container
What to look for in a padlock that suits outdoor use and fits the lockbox.
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7 Great Reasons Why Shipping Containers Are a Perfect Storage Solution
Why a container is a strong, simple way to store.
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Shipping Container Facts
How containers are built, where they came from and what they can handle.
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Sunshine Self Storage Site Plan
Where the gate, card readers, alarm keypad and every numbered container are in our yard.
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