{"id":18814,"date":"2023-03-30T17:53:04","date_gmt":"2023-03-30T17:53:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/?p=18814"},"modified":"2023-03-30T17:54:59","modified_gmt":"2023-03-30T17:54:59","slug":"6-ways-storage-makes-home-renovations-easier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/6-ways-storage-makes-home-renovations-easier\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways Storage Makes Home Renovations Easier"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When you think about an upcoming home renovation, several stress-causing factors probably come to mind. First off, they can be expensive. Then there&#8217;s the mess. Plus, all the work that needs to be done! If there\u2019s a renovation coming your way, you\u2019re in the right place. This guide will show you 12 ways that storage makes home renovations stress-free. Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-moving-boxes.jpg\" alt=\"Photo of a woman carrying a cardboard box on moving day\" class=\"wp-image-18822\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-moving-boxes.jpg 640w, https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-moving-boxes-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Storing some items before a home renovation is important to keep them from getting damaged or even destroyed.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. It\u2019s Easier to Get the Job Done<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many homeowners struggle with <a href=\"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/five-simple-ways-to-renovate-your-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">common renovation issues<\/a>, which is why many of them are reluctant when they\u2019re about to start a project. When there are not so many items in the house, it\u2019s easier for painters, plumbers, and electricians to do their job. Removing the furniture, decorations, and other pieces will make more space in the house and\u00a0make it much easier to maneuver all the tools and do the project. This significantly reduces stress, too. You won\u2019t have to worry about the quality of their services but also about potential damage to your belongings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/house-plans-ruler-drill-level-screws.jpg\" alt=\"Photo of some house plans along with tools workers will use to do home renovations\" class=\"wp-image-18819\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/house-plans-ruler-drill-level-screws.jpg 640w, https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/house-plans-ruler-drill-level-screws-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Home plans outline exactly what work is being done and where. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. You Won\u2019t Spend Too Much Time Cleaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u00a0remove the items from the renovation site, they\u2019re protected from dirt and dust. This surely\u00a0<strong>minimizes the time you\u2019ll spend cleaning afterward<\/strong>. You\u2019ll have to clean the rooms, but the items will be sparkly clean. And if there\u2019s any way to avoid dust getting into textiles, holes, and other furniture parts, be sure to do it. Removing furniture and other belongings to storage is a secure way to keep them dust-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Lessens the Risk of Damage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the key ways that storage makes home renovations better. Nothing will likely cause more stress than\u00a0<em>accidental damage to your favorite piece of furniture<\/em>. Certain items are difficult to repair, so it\u2019s better to be safe than sorry. Experts at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxtransfer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fairfaxtransfer.com<\/a>\u00a0suggest you always\u00a0<strong>trust professionals if there are some delicate or valuable pieces you need to remove to storage<\/strong>\u00a0and back to your home. Handling such items requires extra care, so be sure to insist on skilled experts only. And remember, having an expert help you is another way of reducing stress during a home renovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/paint-cans-tile-floor.jpg\" alt=\"Photo of an overhead view of paint cans resting on a tile floor\" class=\"wp-image-18820\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/paint-cans-tile-floor.jpg 640w, https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/paint-cans-tile-floor-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Paint stains, dust, and dirt \u2013 storage can make home renovation stress-free by protecting your items from all those hazards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Organization<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Scattered items all around the house lead to chaos, confusion, and stress. That\u2019s why if you pack in an organized, efficient way, you\u2019ll&nbsp;<strong>make the post-renovation period much more manageable<\/strong>. It\u2019s much better if your items are well-organized in labeled boxes than having a mess in every room of your home. This way, it won\u2019t take long to put everything back in its place once the work is all finished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Security<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During the renovation, your home will be open to strangers, which can raise some security issues and cause you stress.\u00a0<strong>Choosing safe storage will give you peace of mind<\/strong>, knowing your belongings are protected until your home is ready to move in again. In more significant renovation projects, many people will come to your house, and many of them you probably haven\u2019t seen before. It\u2019s understandable why <a href=\"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/4-reasons-to-install-a-wireless-security-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">some homeowners feel extra\u00a0protective<\/a> over their valuables\u00a0in those moments \u2013 and getting storage is a perfect way to solve that issue. You\u2019ll be the only one who can access all the items, and you\u2019ll feel a lot more peaceful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. You Won\u2019t Bother Friends and Family<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Very often, homeowners decide to trust their friends or family to keep their valuables<em>. This creates a feeling of dependency but also the guilt of having to bother them and make their living space<\/em>. If you get a&nbsp;storage unit that fits your needs, you won\u2019t have to worry about such issues. Your items will be secure without asking other people to help you out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/painting-room-ladder.jpg\" alt=\"Photo of a room about to be painted with a ladder, rollers, drop clothes, paint cans, brushes\" class=\"wp-image-18821\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/painting-room-ladder.jpg 640w, https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/painting-room-ladder-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here&#8217;s something we all know, a clear space is much easier to renovate.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Keys to Prepare Items for Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, storage can make home renovations stress-free, but only if you do this right. Not packing your items well can lead to damage which can create an even more stressful situation. That\u2019s why we share some valuable tips on preparing and packing your items for storage in order to ensure everything remains intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Use the Right Sized Boxes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you take large boxes and fill them in with many pieces, you risk damaging the items inside. It\u2019s better to&nbsp;<strong>get boxes of different sizes<\/strong>&nbsp;and adjust them to the pieces you\u2019re packing. A general rule is not to overpack the boxes for easier handling and maximum security. If you keep the original packaging of certain items, such as electronics \u2013 it\u2019s the safest way to pack those items for storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Label Everything<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Labeling each box can mean the world once you start unpacking.\u00a0<strong>Write what\u2019s inside each box and the room that the box should go to.<\/strong>\u00a0This is particularly helpful if you\u2019re doing large-scale renovations involving multiple house rooms. Also, if you <a href=\"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/comparing-moving-companies-online-dos-donts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hire movers to help you<\/a> transport the items, they\u2019ll know where each box should go and handle the boxes with care if they\u2019re labeled \u2018fragile.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Keep Small Parts Secure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Home d\u00e9cor and pieces that include&nbsp;<strong>smaller parts are easiest to lose in the process<\/strong>. So it\u2019s best to pack home d\u00e9cor for storage. If an item contains smaller parts, be sure to&nbsp;remove all pieces beforehand&nbsp;and keep them in secure plastic bags or smaller boxes. Also, don\u2019t forget to label where each part goes, so it\u2019s easier to put everything back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Create an Inventory List<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have an inventory list of items you put in storage, it will be\u00a0<em>easier to find certain things<\/em>\u00a0even after a while. Also, this\u00a0<strong>list is proof of what\u2019s inside the unit<\/strong>\u00a0in case something bad happens, or some items get lost. However, if you do the research and\u00a0get a unit from a trustworthy storage company, you probably don\u2019t have to worry about that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Plan Everything Ahead of Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I suppose this one could come first. But we&#8217;ll put it here so you don&#8217;t forget it. Having storage makes home renovations easier but the most crucial factor is <em>you<\/em>. You can make any project a breeze with proper planning, organization, and a positive attitude. Surely, every job around the house is unpredictable, and it\u2019s okay if certain issues appear. If you\u2019re ready for what\u2019s coming, you can expect a successful renovation that will make your home look amazing without losing your nerves.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you think about an upcoming home renovation, several stress-causing factors probably come to mind. First off, they can be expensive. Then there&#8217;s the mess. Plus, all the work that needs to be done! If there\u2019s a renovation coming your way, you\u2019re in the right place. 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