Keeping enough space free in the home or workplace is important and it can sometimes be a difficult decision to throw out something you might need again. Space is limited so it’s easy to make snap decisions in order to be practical.  This is where self-storage can help – not only does this option provide the convenience of having a secure and private place in which to store the ‘overspill’ but crucially,  valuable or breakable items can also be safely stored. Using self storage is both a practical and secure way of gaining back much needed space at home or in an office or place of business, allowing you to free up vital space and be safe in the knowledge that your possessions are safely stored and accessible at any time. Many people opt for storing items with friends or family on a temporary basis but this can be unpredictable and is rarely a long-term option. Self storage providers cater their service to your needs in terms of the time period and in some cases, areas that are being used to store your items – valuable or breakables can be stored in temperature controlled environments for example. Being away on a regular basis for example can create unease if valuables and other possessions are left at home for long or regular periods of time. It can therefore be sensible to consider self-storage as a way of keeping your belongings safe and secure for long or regular periods of time. After all, the most rewarding or enjoyable trip can be quickly ruined if people return home to find they’ve had a break in or something valuable’s been broken or lost. It’s unfortunate but extra assurance against the worst scenario is necessary. Loss, theft and lack of insurance can lead to unnecessary stress and expense. Self storage is an option that many don’t consider, often because they believe it’s expensive Checking out the maximum time items can be stored with a particular provider is always a good idea though, especially if you plan to be away for long periods or are relocating overseas. It may be that this is unlimited, but it’s always worth checking when making any enquiries.   When looking into which provider to go with, people should ensure that straightforward and competitive pricing is offered. It’s also well worth comparing what you get for the amount charged – check there are no hidden charges or extra costs before signing up. Security is a priority but protecting valuable items from unforeseen accidents is also important to many people. Self-storage facilities not only provide suitable packing of valuable and breakable items but many also have temperature controlled conditions in which to store these, should this be necessary. In addition, many providers ensure  items are suitably packed to protect against exposure or risk of breakage. It can be easy to put clutter or the need to have a more secure place to store belongings at the back of your mind. However, in choosing self storage you suddenly get an extended ‘spare room’ where you can keep things you simply don’t have room for, or safely keep your belongings whilst away for any given period of time. It’s impossible to plan for the unpredictable but self storage facilities ensure that whatever happens in the outside world, your belongings are safe. For those that need somewhere safe and private to store personal, archived or business documents, self-storage provides the same level of protection from unauthorised access, with the added benefit of most facilities providing secure codes in order to assure owners that their belongings are secure at all times.