Moving and storage is often part and parcel with college
life, especially in areas like Southern Utah with lots of students scrambling
for housing solutions between semesters. The process can be exciting, but also
daunting, with many students and helper parents feeling overwhelmed by the
deadlines and logistical concerns. And for big events like study-abroad
programs, simple storage may be the easiest solution, rather than juggling
contracts and belongings while a student is out of the country. Here are a few tips
to make these kinds of transitions as smooth as possible:
Start planning your move weeks in advance. This will give you
time to fully consider your needs and to sort and pack and decide what will go
with you, what stays, and what can go into storage. The weather around St
George and Washington can be unpredictable (remember all that rain last spring?),
so check the forecast and plan accordingly to avoid moving in extreme
conditions.
Be strategic about what you take to your dorm. Space is
limited, so prioritize essentials. Use clear, stackable storage bins for things
like clothing, supplies, and personal items. Make sure to label your bins with
your name and the contents, making the move-in and move-out process easier.
For belongings you won’t need until the next semester or
during a study-abroad period, consider a local self-storage solution. We think our
new micro-storage lockers, available at just $20 per month, are a perfect solution
that will likely fit college students’ belongings and budgets.
If you need more space or have a tighter budget, think about
sharing the self-storage unit with a friend or roommate. That way, you can split the
bill and have space for everything you both need to store.
Moving in and out of dorms can be a hassle, but it doesn’t
need to add stress to an already busy time. With some planning, the right packing
strategies, and the use of reliable self-storage solutions, you can make your
college transitions as seamless as possible.