Embracing Self Storage as Your Seasonal Sidekick

Have you ever found yourself struggling with limited space at home when the seasons change? You’re not alone.

Both apartment dwellers and homeowners in the Boston metro area struggle with effective seasonal storage ideas.

Whether you are storing bulky winter coats and boots or summer beach essentials, it’s hard to find places where your seasonal belongings are easy to access but don’t take up too much ‘everyday’ space.

Fortunately, if you’re looking for a solution to your seasonal storage management, you’ve come to the right place!

EZ Storage self-storage units are the perfect solution for storing your seasonal items. Our units are affordable, highly secure, and easy to access and change out with the seasons. You’ll declutter your living space and ensure your belongings are well-protected until you need them again. Here’s how we can help address your seasonal storage needs.

Free Up Space In your Home

Storing your seasonal items in an off-site storage facility is a fantastic way to free up valuable space in your home. When the seasons change, it often means swapping out wardrobes, sports equipment, holiday decorations, and yard care tools. Many of these items are very bulky and take up significant amounts of space, making your home feel cluttered and cramped.

By opting for off-site storage for your seasonal items, you can create more room in your home to enjoy for everyday use or even accommodate a growing family. Imagine reclaiming your closets, garage, or spare rooms that were once packed with seasonal belongings. With off-site storage, you can enjoy a more spacious and organized living environment, allowing you to fully utilize and appreciate the areas of your home that matter most to you.

What Seasonal Items Should You Store In Self Storage Units?

With a range of amenities like climate control, drive-up units, and secure access, you can store any of your seasonal items, including:

• Yard Tools: Lawnmowers, trimmers, shovels, rakes, and other gardening tools can be safely stored during the winter months when gardening activities are less frequent.
• Snow Equipment: Snow blowers, snow shovels, ice melt, and other winter maintenance tools can be stored during the warmer months.
• Holiday Decor: Artificial trees, ornaments, wreaths, lights, and other festive seasonal decor can be neatly packed away until the holiday season approaches.
• Sporting Goods/Camping Equipment: Skis, snowboards, sleds, ice skates, hockey gear, and winter sports equipment can be stored during the warmer months, while items like bicycles, surfboards, camping gear, and hiking equipment can be stored during the colder months.
• Clothing: Coats, jackets, boots, scarves, gloves, and heavy sweaters can be safely stored during the warmer months. While shorts, tank tops, sundresses, sandals, bathing suits, and beach towels are perfect candidates for winter storage.
• Cars/Recreational Vehicles: Seasonal vehicles like convertibles and motorcycles, along with recreation vehicles like boats, jet skis, and snowmobiles, can be stored in 10×20 or 10×30 storage units.
• Furniture: Patio furniture, umbrellas, outdoor grills, and other seasonal outdoor furniture can be stored to protect them from harsh winter conditions.
• Seasonal Appliances: Window air conditioners, space heaters, fans, and dehumidifiers can be stored when they are not needed, freeing up space in your home.

You can also couple your seasonal storage with other long-term storage. You just need to organize your storage unit strategically.

How To Organize A Storage Unit For Seasonal Storage

When it comes to seasonal storage ideas, organization is key. Having an organizational plan for your secure storage unit is vital to making sure your items are easy to identify and access. Here is how to organize a storage unit for seasonal storage:

1. Plan And Categorize: Before you start organizing, create a plan and categorize your seasonal items. Divide them first by seasons and then into groups like clothing, decorations, or sports equipment. By grouping your valuables, you can group like with like for easy identification and access.
2. Prioritize Accessibility: Plan the layout of your storage unit by deciding what items you will need to access most often. Place these items towards the front of the unit. This way, you can easily access them without having to move other items around. Reserve the back of the unit items for long term storage items that you won’t need for an extended period.
3. Utilize Vertical Space: Plan to make the most of the vertical space in the storage unit by using shelves or stacking your storage containers. This will help maximize the available storage area and keep your belongings organized. Remember to always place your heavier items at the bottom and your lighter items on the top to prevent accidents.
4. Keep Pathways Clear: Ensure there are clear pathways within the storage spaces to allow easy access to all your seasonal items. Avoid blocking access to boxes or containers by arranging them in a way that leaves ample space to move around.
5. Create An Inventory: Keep track of what you store in the unit by creating an inventory list. Document the contents of each box or container by writing them down. An inventory will save you time when searching for specific items later on.
6. Use Descriptive Labeling On All Container Boxes: Label each container or box with a brief description of its contents. Descriptive labels will make it easier to find what you’re looking for without having to open every box. Consider color-coding or using large, visible labels for even quicker identification.

These organization tips will help you easily access and trade out your seasonal items at your unit.

What Size Storage Unit Should I Get For Seasonal Storage?

Which storage unit size you choose depends on your unique storage needs. If you are only looking to house your holiday decorations and lights, then a 5′ x 5′ mini storage unit is ideal. On the other hand, if you are looking for boat storage, then our 10′ x 30′ unit is what you would need.

To find the best storage unit for your seasonal storage needs, visit our household storage page and get in touch to make a storage reservation. We’ll be happy to answer any questions about your seasonal storage, help you select the right storage size for your seasonal storage needs, and provide you with helpful seasonal storage ideas. Our team will ensure you find the best seasonal local storage solutions at our Framingham, Natick, and Newton, Massachusetts local self storage facilities.