So, you have decided that you need to store some of your possessions in a self storage unit. But are you sure that you have made all the necessary preparations? Read our blog below to avoid some of the most common mistakes! 1. Underestimating Required Space In an attempt to save money you may be tempted to opt for a smaller unit and overpack in order to fit as much in as possible. However, this can not only potentially cause damage to your items, it can also create hazards fo

Perishables Food will deteriorate if it is kept in an enclosed area for a long period, and rats and insects will be drawn to it by its...

Clean Prior to choosing to store your soft furnishings, it is crucial that you make sure they are clean. This is because any dirt or...

So, you’ve decided to utilise a self storage unit but what size unit is the most suitable for your needs? When choosing a storage unit it...

Vinyl record collections are often considered prized possessions so it is important to understand the correct way to store them. We here...

Create an Inventory It's tough to remember everything when putting a lot of things in storage. While larger items like a bed or sofa are...

Whether you are moving home or office, or you just have an influx of devices, you may have found yourself inundated with electronics with...

We’ve all been there; one day we open our wardrobes or chest of drawers and suddenly realize that they’re overflowing with clothes, many...

More businesses than you think use self storage every day. Take a look why!

It’s only a slight exaggeration to say that there are a million things to think about when moving home. This is especially true when you...

We all know that moving house can be stressful, especially when you have lots of furniture, trinkets, ornaments, and other personal items...

Space can be a problem for many students living away from home. Whether you’re living in a single room at student halls, or crammed into a student house with some friends, our belongings and furniture can be cumbersome. By the time you’ve got a bed, desk, television, books, draws and a wardrobe in your living space, there can be little room left for anything else. Thankfully, there are a tonne of techniques you can use to reduce the clutter and mess in your room, and turn it

When you are a student, it can often feel like you aren’t in one place for very long. This is often true; many students move house each year during their time at university, and many also make long trips home for Christmas, Easter, and summer. For students with many belongings, all this moving around can be a pain. Thankfully, self storage offers an ideal solution for any student who is worried about hauling their belongings across the country! Keep Your Belongings Safe Over

While we’re fairly confident that just about everybody could benefit from using self-storage one way or another, we’re one-hundred...

Self storage units are a way of helping people look after their property. When you use a self storage unit, you can rest easy knowing...

Lockdown is easing and business is picking back up now that people are beginning to feel more comfortable to move into the homes that...

Q: Can I still reserve a unit and move in? A: Yes. We are open with restrictions in place. We are restricting the number of people in the...

Its official we have now been in lockdown for as long as the finalists of the TV show ‘Big Brother’. If you were an avid watcher of the...

When looking for self storage its important to work out how you can get all of your things to your unit. At Green Oak Self Storage we...

Today at Green Oak Self Storage it is all very exciting. Not only have the signs gone up at the end of the drive but our billboard is up...