If you are getting ready for a move, you are probably busy doing research on moving trucks and portable storage containers. There is a lot of decisions to make during this process, but we think this one is easy. Check out five reasons we think you should skip the truck and use a portable storage unit for your move.
1: You don’t have to drive a large moving truck
Not everyone is comfortable driving large vehicles, especially something as daunting as a large box truck. They are difficult to maneuver and park if you are not used to it. Using a moving truck also means you need someone to drive your vehicles to your new location. If you are moving cross-country, this can be a big deal. A portable storage container will be transported to your new location, so you and your family can drive comfortably in your own vehicles.
2: You can pack at your own pace
As soon as you drive out of the parking lot with moving truck, the clock starts ticking. If you are paying by the day plus miles, the costs are going to add up quickly. You will likely feel rushed to get everything packed up and moved as fast as possible. With a portable storage unit, you can keep it onsite for as long as you need, giving you plenty of time to pack up your home and move it out at your own speed.
3: You will have peace of mind
When you use an all-steel, weatherproof container with barn-style doors, you will have peace of mind knowing that your things are safe and secure. With 1-800-PACK-RAT, we use our patented lift system to move your container to and from the truck to ensure that the unit is kept level and your stuff stays in place.
4: It’s easier to load
Portable storage units are ground level, so you do not need to worry about walking up and down a ramp while you are loading your heavy furniture and boxes. This ground level design means you can move stuff in and out of your container much easier than an off-the-ground moving truck.
5: You will have more flexibility
Using portable storage units will offer you far more flexibility than using a moving truck. With a portable storage container, you can either have it transported to your new home or transported to a secure storage facility for however long you need. Maybe your new home isn’t move-in ready and you are going to stay with a family member for a month or two—this is a good option to have your things stored in a safe and secure manner in the meantime. When you are ready, we will deliver the entire unit to your location and you can unpack at your own pace.
We hope these reasons will help you as you decide on how you want to move your stuff. Want to learn more about how we can make moving and storage simple for you or get a free quote? Give us a call today or check us out online! We can make any local or long-distance move simple, and can provide long-term or temporary storage both on-site and in one of our nationwide warehouse locations. We have the knowledge, experience, and resources you need to make your move a successful one, so contact us today!