Welcome back to the Albuquerque Self Storage Blog! You may be wondering just exactly what storage auctions are and how they work, so this article is to help you understand what real goes on during a storage auction. Self storage units are one of the best ways to store items that you don’t need every day and are taking up room in your home. This can include holiday decorations, the occasional convertible car, and furniture you may not have room for. Storage units can help to keep your items safe and secure all while creating more space in your home.

When you aren’t using your RV or travel trailer it can be difficult to find a storage spot for something so large. Maybe you can fit it in your driveway, but do you want an RV taking up your entire driveway year round? Probably not. You want to store your RV where it is easy and convenient for you that won’t break the bank. We give you a few RV storage options, and list out how each can benefit you.

Welcome back to the Albuquerque Self Storage blog! Do you feel as though you need to update your backyard? We know that towards the end of summer you begin to think of ideas you and ways you could have decorated for this summer, but we’re here to give you a few tips on your backyard makeover for next summer. When deciding to remodel your backyard you want to think of designs that will also give you more return on investment for the future. 

There are many different benefits to self storage. Whether you need a unit for a short period of time or a long period of time having somewhere to store all your personal belongings is a huge help. There are many reasons why self storage can be beneficial to you, so we give you our 5 favorite reasons storage units are worth it!

Do you have a convertible car that you love to drive during the summer, but are unable to drive during the winter? Car storage comes in handy for many reasons: whether you have a car you can only drive a few months of the year, you are going on an extended vacation, or you are moving and storing your car in the process. When deciding to store your car you want to be sure that you follow the checklist below to prevent any damage to your car in storage!

If you are trying to sell your home there are certain home trends and designs that draw a potential buyers eye. If you are looking to purchase a home, there are certain trends to look for that can benefit you in your new home. From open floor plans, outdoor patios, and energy efficient appliances we tell you what to look for!

Who wouldn’t love a wine cellar inside their home? We know we would! But sometimes we just aren’t all blessed with awesome basements that aren’t too hot or too cold to double as a wine cellar. We are here to give you a few tips on how to properly store your wine, because once you start storing and collecting you won’t be able to stop! 

Almost all rooms in your home have a designated purpose and use already, but maybe you have a spare room and aren’t sure what to do with it. Each room is designated for a certain purpose whether it’s your kitchen, your living room, or your bedrooms, but that spare room probably doesn’t have any purpose yet. We decided we want to help give you a few bonus room ideas to make use out of the room!

A finished basement may cost a pretty penny in the beginning, but in the end it can bring a large return on investment. If you are ever looking to sell your house a finished basement is very profitable since many homebuyers prefer a finished basement. Finishing your basement is great for you to entertain guests and have your kids play. We have given you a few helpful ideas on how to finish your basement below!

Moving in together as a couple is a big next step in many relationships. It is a huge life transition that has many emotions attached to it from exciting, to scary, to not knowing how to feel. Allow yourself to feel these emotions because it’s okay to feel the way you do! At Albuquerque Self Storage we want to give you a few questions to ask before moving in together and a few tips to follow when moving in together.