Keeping the house tidy anytime is a challenge, but when your home is for sale, it can be particularly tough to maintain that ready-to-show look! You’ve already done the more involved work, like shampooing the carpets, washing cabinets and cleaning the oven. Now, stay ready for last-minute showings with a little planning. Have a family meeting. Everyone…
DetailsSomewhere out there, some very nice people exist who decided to live forever in the houses in which they grew up. For the rest of us, moving is a fact of life. So, let’s face the inevitable with optimism, a hearty breakfast and this incredibly helpful infographic. At a glance, here’s what’s inside our new…
DetailsThis snap was taken on a recent holiday by one of our employees. Its been several weeks since it’s been taken and we had a phone call last week saying that someone else had gone to the destination and it’s still lying there on the sea bed! Can you guess where this is though? “Answers…
DetailsAs homeowners continue to accumulate more and more items that they simply cannot live without, available space in the home dwindles. Some items, of course, are used on a daily basis, but if you find yourself struggling to keep your home organized, or are feeling the squeeze of limited space, moving unused items to a…
DetailsThere are times in life when it’s fine to be a little imprecise, like when ordering ice cream. Didn’t get that waffle cone? Not the end of the world. Yet, when you’re hiring a mover, that’s one of life’s best times to dot every i and cross every t. At Merthyr Self Storage, we serve…
DetailsClassic cars don’t always do well in harsh weather, making seasonal car storage a must in many areas. But but storing a vintage automobile is different from other types of storage. Below are some things that you need to know and do when looking for and storing your vehicle: Winter Maintenance You’ve invested a lot…
DetailsWhen you need it most, there’s nothing more perfect than a good moving box! When I move, I usually need a few more boxes than I had anticipated, but once the unpacking starts, I can’t wait to get rid of the cardboard clutter. I have to keep in mind that while the easiest solution may…
DetailsWhen you need it most, there’s nothing more perfect than a good moving box! When I move, I usually need a few more boxes than I had anticipated, but once the unpacking starts, I can’t wait to get rid of the cardboard clutter. I have to keep in mind that while the easiest solution may…
DetailsSelf-storage is an excellent option for storing overflow of many different types of materials from your home or business. You can think of your storage unit as a second garage or business supply room. Many Customer’s forget there are prohibited items When planning what to store in your unit, whether for business or personal purposes,…
DetailsDecorations are a very big part of holiday traditions to many people. So you don’t want to pull your favorite ornaments and wreaths out of storage only to find them broken or damaged! With these steps, you’ll ensure that all of your items remain safely intact all year long, so you’ll have the best holiday…
DetailsYou put a lot of work into packing your boxes, and placing everything carefully into the moving truck. Now, you’ve finally arrived at your new home with your stuff. Unloading will be easy, right? Maybe. There are some things you can do to up your chances of a great, uneventful unloading! With the help of our sister…
DetailsYou put a lot of work into packing your boxes, and placing everything carefully into the moving truck. Now, you’ve finally arrived at your new home with your stuff. Unloading will be easy, right? Maybe. There are some things you can do to up your chances of a great, uneventful unloading! With the help of our sister…
DetailsWhether your kids spent hours gathering up their loot or you weren’t able to unload your arsenal to trick-or-treaters, chances are you have more candy than you know what to do with post-Halloween Day. You can only eat so much sweets at once, so what should you do with the rest? Here are some tips to…
DetailsStart planning early before your house move Make sure particularly valuable and breakable items are sufficiently covered under your home insurance policy. Your treasured belongings are far more likely to be damaged when moving. Make a moving house packing list Make sure you have the right boxes for moving house. Always use strong packing boxes,…
DetailsIt may not seem that a simple empty storage space can mean so much, but it can take your life in a bold direction, and even help you physically or mentally! Here are some practical ways that getting a storage space can take you to a better place. One: Find Your Zen You’re a minimalist…
DetailsA healthy back is as important for workplace productivity as it is for an individual’s quality of life. Unfortunately, the sedentary lifestyle encouraged by the social environment has taken its toll on our backs. Unhealthy eating habits and lack of physical exercise make us more prone to having back injuries than previous generations, so knowing…
DetailsWe’ve all had a think and we’ve managed to put together one of the best storage tips pages you’ll ever read! Always plan ahead Come and visit us here at Merthyr Self Storage and one of our friendly storage experts will talk you through the options available for you. Try and pick a date in the future…
DetailsEvery New Year, one of the most popular resolutions is to finally get up and start cleaning out your home. Whether that means throwing away unnecessary items, giving away old clothes hiding in your closet, or storing items for the future that you might not have room for now, the task at hand can be…
DetailsLast week the Government rolled out its wide-ranging benefit reforms. Controversially, the cornerstone of this has been the “Under Occupation Penalty” (dubbed the “Bedroom Tax” by its opponents), which targets the 660,000 tenants of under-occupied council properties and social housing who are in receipt of housing benefit. Bedroom Tax Under the new rules, housing benefit…
DetailsDecluttering your home can have a great effect on your life. You’ll be able to find and access your items much more quickly and with little hassle. But more importantly, organising your house has been shown to have an effect on your mental health and well-being. Here are some other benefits: You’ll concentrate better. A…
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