Storage

It is always amazing how quickly you run out of space, especially if you’re a packrat like me. Fortunately, there are tons of solutions available to increase the useable space you already have, rent a temporary solution or rent a full blown all weather storage unit.

To increase you usable space without remodeling or renting, look to shelf, closet and garage storage solutions. There are some really clever items on the market and a quick internet search on Google, Yahoo or MSN will net you a wealth of great ideas.

Then there is the traditional backyard shed. They come in all shapes and sizes and different level of complication. Some can be assembled in a few minutes, other require skilled labor and a building permit. These are usually used to make more room in a garage by providing a space for lawnmowers and other hand tools.

A recent innovation is the POD or temporary storage unit that you can park in your driveway for a few weeks if you need storage and don’t want to haul everything across town. These are really handy, as we discovered when we put in new flooring. We were able to move all of the furniture out of a section of the house while the work was being completed.

Finally, there are the full scale storage rental units. They come in all shapes and variety but a general rule of thumb if you have extreme weather in your area, either very hot or humid to very cold in the winter; it is probably wise to rent an air-conditioned unit. This is especially true if you are storing furniture or clothing.

Check out your options online.