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1. Anything illegal/stolen property

If you don’t own it then don’t keep it in a storage unit! Staff at storage facilities are trained to keep on top of any illegal activity and wouldn’t hesitate to call the police if they suspected any wrongdoing.

2. Animals

While this one may seem obvious, there have been plenty of cases where people have been caught keeping pets or living creatures in their storage units. Not only is this cruel, but it is also illegal! Birds, fish and other living creatures must all be kept out of self-storage.

3. Fireworks

With November the 5th rapidly approaching you may be tempted to stock up on fireworks to store ready for bonfire night. While many of our modern units are designed to keep you safe from fire, unfortunately, firework storage is a big no-no at Spaces and Places. In the event that they suddenly went off, it would be extremely hazardous for the facility and our other customers.

4. Plants

While it’s unlikely that plants would survive in a dark storage unit anyway, keeping them locked up is likely to attract mould and mildew.

5. Food or perishables

It’s definitely not a good idea to store food or perishable goods in your self-storage unit. If you forget about it, rotting or mouldy food can cause unwanted odours and affect everything else you may be stored in your unit.

It could also attract insects and vermin, causing an infestation throughout the whole facility.

Some other items you may want to consider keeping out of your unit include:

·      Scented candles or soaps (can attract pests)

·      Wet/damp items

·      Flammable materials

·      Electronics

·      Sentimental photo albums (which may be damaged by humidity)

Are you looking for a new space-saving storage tv series to watch? Well, look no further! In this blog post, we will be exploring some of the best storage tv shows available. From classic favourites to more recent releases, we have got you covered. So, whether you are looking for some inspiration or just want to pass the time, keep reading for our top recommendations.

Storage Wars

The first episode of Storage Wars aired back in 2010, making it the original storage show.

The contestants on Storage Wars are treasure-hunting buyers seeking to acquire the contents of storage lockers that have been abandoned. The teams have 5 minutes from the entrance of the unit to determine whether they believe the goods inside are worth bidding on.

The prizes are distributed after the show based on the overall value of the goods discovered, less the amount they bid for them.

Storage Hunters

Fronted by auctioneer & comedian Sean Kelly, Storage Hunters first launched in America back in 2011.

Similar to Storage Wars, the show follows professional buyers all over the US trying to make big money by bidding on the hidden treasure of repossessed storage units.

While it might not sound like the format for a hit TV show, Storage Hunters has become addictive viewing and one of the most-watched shows on channel Dave.

Storage Hunters UK

The UK version of Storage Hunters was commissioned in 2014 with the very first episode attracting over 1 million viewers. The show, which recently entered its third series, follows the same format as the US version but sees Sean Kelly travelling the length and breadth of the UK to oversee British bidders looking for hidden treasures.

Storage: Flog The Lot!

Storage: Flog the Lot! is a brand new reality series on channel 5 which follows antique dealers who risk their own cash in a secret auction.

Set in an empty warehouse, the show brings dealers together to bid on trucks filled with storage lots. Like the other shows listed, the bidders are allowed to assess the value of the contents from afar before deciding whether to make a bid.

While you’re unlikely to see a storage auction at Spaces and Places, what we do offer is high-quality, low-cost units for individuals and businesses around the UK.

Get in touch today to discuss your needs!

With winter fast approaching you may be thinking about a safe, secure location to store your motorcycle over the next few months.

It can be a struggle to maintain a motorbike throughout the winter months and ensure it stays in top condition. With Spaces and Places self-storage, you can store your prized two-wheeler with complete peace of mind.

Read on for some top reasons why you should get your motorbike into storage this winter…

Increased security

For most motorbike owners, security is the top of the list of priorities. An unsecured motorbike is an easy target for thieves, especially when it’s stored on a drive. If you are worried about a potential breach at your home then self-storage provides the perfect solution.

Here at Spaces and Places we take security very seriously and pride ourselves on offering the safest storage environment possible for motorcycles. Our high security, lockbox fitted units are monitored 24/7 by the top of the range CCTV cameras, giving you complete peace of mind that your motorbike is protected from any outside threats.

Ground floor units

Unlike many other facilities, Spaces and Places storage units in Nuneaton are all located on the ground floor. This means you will be able to ride your motorbike straight into your unit, making storing and moving your bike completely hassle-free.

Reclaim space at home

While some people can store their motorcycles in a garage or shed, others are forced to overwinter their bikes in the hallway or other room of the house.

If you’re in need of some extra space at home, put your motorcycle into self-storage to give your family some much-needed breathing space.

Protect your bike

As soon as the skies turn grey and the rain begins to fall, bikers will be looking for a dry place to store their motorcycle. Our high-quality steel containers offer wooden floors, fixed ventilation and rubber door seals, making them ideal for protecting your bike against the elements.

With winter bike storage from Spaces and Places, you can ensure your pride and joy stays safe and protected all season long…and all for a lower cost than you may think!

Get in touch with a member of our team today to discuss your options.

Any growing family knows that storage space is a premium.

To make things a bit easier Spaces and Places bring you our guide on how families can take advantage of self-storage to help ease stress, declutter their homes and reclaim that spare room.

Store kids stuff

One of the biggest issues for families with young children is the amount of baby ‘stuff’ you acquire. If your home is drowning in toys, gifts and childcare equipment then self-storage can help you store any odd bits you’ve acquired, to use further down the line or when the next baby comes along.

Store clothing

Families commonly look to self-storage as a way to store seasonal clothing.

Clothes storage can put a big strain on any home, especially when you have children who seem to outgrow clothing instantly! With our secure, clean and dry storage units you can rely on Spaces and Places to store your family’s seasonal clothing, giving your wardrobe some much-needed breathing space all throughout the year.

Ease stress

Did you know that excessive clutter in the home is often a key cause of stress? When you have a family clutter can quickly take over, causing tension, arguments and a great deal of emotional stress. Relieve stress instantly by using self-storage for any overspill in your home.

Don’t move, add space!

When you’re a growing family, you may be fooled into thinking that upsizing is the only way you’ll be able to fit comfortably in your home.

However, with self-storage from Spaces and Places, you may be surprised at how much room you can reclaim without having to move at all. Relieve your spare room of junk or you may even want to consider clearing out your garage or loft to convert into an extra bedroom.

Downsizing

If you’re on the other end of the spectrum and the kids have all moved out, you’ll probably be considering downsizing. It’s likely that once you move you’ll have too much stuff, most of which you won’t want to throw away. self-storage can help you preserve memories you won’t have enough space for after you have downsized.

1. Office furniture

Businesses are constantly evolving and often experience a fluctuation in staff numbers.

If your business downsizes then you’ll probably be left with a few bits of surplus office furniture.

Office chairs, desks and sets of drawers are too bulky to be kept on standby so why not put spare furniture into a storage unit until you require the use of them again.

2. Documents

When you work in an office, you can quickly find yourself sinking under a sea of paperwork.

Companies often need to hold onto bank statements, receipts, invoices and important letters for a certain length of time, despite the fact that they’ll never need to actually access them.

This can be frustrating and put increasing strain on already limited office space. If your office has started to resemble a warehouse of folders, Document Storage from Spaces and Places can help you transform your cluttered workspace into an oasis of calm.

3. Stock

Storing stock in your office doesn’t just take up valuable floor space, it can also put your business at risk of a security breach.

If you’re struggling to accommodate large amounts of stock but need it to meet supply and demand then why not consider renting a Spaces and Places storage unit?

By putting all your stock into a unit you can reclaim your workspace whilst keeping it safe and secure 24 hours a day.

4. Tools

Whether you’re a plumber, builder or gardener, working as a tradesperson regularly requires the use of a number of different tools.

When office space fills up with tools and equipment, it can start to become an unwanted distraction and keep you from focusing on the task in hand.

Many businesses are surprised at how the flexibility of a Spaces and Places storage unit can actually ADD VALUE to their company! Why not get in touch today to find out how decluttering your office with help from Spaces and Places could help your business flourish.

Are you thinking about putting your stuff into self-storage?

Read on for our top 4 things to consider when choosing a Spaces and Places storage unit…

1. Location

Spaces and Places has 3 facilities around the North West and West Midlands.

2. Size

Spaces and Places offer a variety of conveniently sized units:

·      20ft x 8ft x 8ft, approx 150 square feet, approx 1200 cubic feet

·      10ft x 8ft x 8ft, approx 75 square feet, approx 561 cubic feet

·      8ft x 8ft x 8ft, approx 64 square feet, approx 500 cubic feet

If you are unsure about which size you need, just get in touch with our team for friendly advice. With no long notice periods, you can up/downsize your unit at any time depending on your requirements – our service is completely flexible.

3. Optional extras

Each one of our top-quality steel units is secure, clean and dry and comes with wooden floors, rubber seals and fixed ventilation.

In addition to these standard features, we also offer a number of optional extras to cater to your storage needs.

·      Insurance – Spaces and Places are approved by Insurastore self-storage insurance. We don’t insist that you take out insurance but if you choose to, you are able to get cover from as little as 69p a week.

·      Collect and Store – If you’re storing important paperwork with us, we also offer a ‘Collect & Store’ service, free of charge. Just give us a bit of notice and we will drop by your office and collect your archive boxes.

·      Share The Cost Deal – If you only have a small number of archive boxes to put into storage, you can store a standard box for 50p a month in a shared unit.

4. Get in touch

Feeling confident? Just give us a call or email to secure your unit and find out about our competitive prices today.

While we don’t insist that our customers take out insurance whilst in storage with us, we do strongly recommend you take measures to protect yourself just in case the worst should happen.

For a convenient cover, Spaces and Places are pleased to confirm we are approved by Insurastore. Insurastore is an independent and trustworthy insurance provider whose policies cover household and commercial goods while they are in storage with us.

Insurastore is underwritten by the RSA and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority so you can be sure that you are dealing with an authorised organisation. The cover is only available from Insurastore if you store with a recognised & approved self-storage company like Spaces and Places.

With cover from just 69p a week per £1,000 covered, Insurastore can give you peace of mind that your contents are covered.

Insurastore will insure the contents of your unit for a wide range of things including:

·      Fire

·      Theft

·      Storm

·      Flood

·      Insect/vermin damage

·      Explosion

·      Lightning

·      Burst pipes

·      Malicious damage

·      Impact by road vehicles

·      Civil commotion & riot

With Insurastore you are able to insure almost anything you’d like, from business stock to household goods. If you’d like to find out more about what’s covered and what’s not, just head to the Insurastore website or get in touch for further details.

Cover can also protect your items while they are being transported to and from your chosen Spaces and Places storage facility.

If you do decide to insure your items whilst in storage with us, all you have to do is go to https://www.insurastore.com to arrange cover directly.

At Spaces and Places, we’re constantly reviewing and updating our security provision to ensure that our customers are provided with the most secure storage possible.

One of the most recent changes we’ve made at our Nuneaton facility is the addition of SmartWater®, the UK’s most powerful crime deterrent, to protect our property.

SmartWater® is a specially prepared paint which uniquely marks items and is only visible under UV light. SmartWater and almost impossible for thieves to remove and can be traced if something is stolen.

We are confident that displaying the SmartWater® logo on site will act as a powerful deterrent to any criminals operating in the area. SmartWater® also has a 100% criminal conviction rate.

We’ve also been making some improvements to out CCTV at our Nuneaton facility. The new strategically placed high tech cameras will survey the premises at all times, 24/7.

Spaces and Places facilities are also protected by a number of other strict security systems including:

·      A Coded Gate – Which allows you to gain access to the facility

·      A ‘Lock Box’ – Fitted inside each individual unit to take a standard padlock. The lockbox stops anyone cutting the padlock off. We ask that you provide a personal padlock and keep all the keys.

·      Secure Fencing surrounding each facility

·      Strict security protocol for trained members of staff to ensure unwarranted access is never gained

At Spaces and Places, Nuneaton security is of paramount importance to us. If you’d like more information why not give us a call or check out our blog where you’ll be able to find loads of helpful tips and tricks to help ensure the security of your unit.

For more information regarding secure self-storage in Nuneaton, please get in touch with us today on 02476 960 918.

With the summer bank holiday less than a week away, you might be planning on using the long weekend as an opportunity to have a good clear out.

While we can’t promise to come and help clear out your cupboards, a Spaces and Places self-storage unit can certainly make your bank holiday clearout a whole lot easier!

So whether you’re tackling the shed, garage or spare room, we’re bringing you our top tips to help you get through it!

Take your time

Remember that you only have 3 days to finish the job so be realistic! It’s unlikely that you’ll be able to turn the whole house upside down in this time so set realistic, achievable goals.

If you’re still in need of a little extra space, there are a number of ways a storage unit can help your bank holiday spring clean. Here are just a few…

·      Free up space – If your house is brimming with ‘stuff’ but you don’t want to throw things away, why not put your belongings into a self-storage unit? Storing items that you don’t use on a regular basis can take the pressure off your home and leave it feeling ‘clutter-free’.

·      Secure storage – Antiques, childhood items and inherited pieces of furniture can take up a great deal of room but you won’t necessarily want to use them on a regular basis. Getting rid is probably not an option, so why not get them into a storage unit? With security fencing and 24/7 CCTV, you can rest assured that your valuables will be kept safe in one of our secure units.

·      ‘Maybe pile’ – If you’re not the type to ruthlessly throw things out during a spring clean then why not store your ‘maybe pile’ in one of our units? If there’s anything you’re unsure about you can keep it close by until you’ve made a decision.

To find out more about how Spaces and Places could help you tackle your bank holiday clear out, why not get in touch today.

Moving house is one of life’s most stressful events. With so many factors to consider, it’s a wonder that any of us ever move at all!

It’s not uncommon for there to be delays between selling your home and the moving date which can make things even more stressful when trying to decide where you’re going to store everything in the meantime…

For this reason, we’re making moving simple by bringing you our guide on the top reasons why you should rent a storage unit to help with your move!

·      Flexible rental – We try to be as flexible as possible for our customers and can often secure you a unit just a few days before you require storage. However, if you want that extra peace of mind, be sure to book a unit at least a week before the date you intend to move.

·      Cost-effective – Spaces and Places offer some of the lowest cost storage solutions around, meaning that you can relax in the knowledge that you’ll have saved an extra few pennies to spend on your new place.

·      Convenient service – We aim to provide the most convenient service possible for our customers. With 24 hours, 7 days a week access to your unit as standard, you’re completely in control of when to access your possessions – not us!

·      Secure – Finally, when you rent a unit from Spaces and Places, you will benefit from a completely secure service. Each of our facilities is monitored by CCTV, with access via a coded gate. For added protection, units are all fitted with a padlock and lockbox so you can rest assured that your possessions will be kept safe while you move.

If you’re planning a move and want to speak to a member of our team about renting a storage unit, please feel free to get in touch with Spaces and Places today!

Are you looking for a flexible, secure and affordable storage solution without the long-term commitment? Spaces and Places Self Storage in Nuneaton are on hand to provide you with a simple and effective storage solution; the perfect place to keep the items that you don’t have space for in your home or at work.

With secure, clean, and dry units in a quality, purpose-built facility, with Spaces and Places Self Storage you can be sure that your items will be kept safe and in excellent condition. Storage couldn’t be safer Once you’ve secured your unit with us, you can gain access to your possessions as often or as little as you like (24 hours a day, 7 days a week). With no restrictions, you can completely control access. You can be assured that when you store with us, security is held in the utmost importance, which is why our Nuneaton facility is surveyed by high tech CCTV at all times. Whether you require personal or business storage, our Nuneaton facility and helpful team are available to meet your every need. With a choice of three conveniently sized units, you can organise your possessions easily and effectively. Effective packaging is essential Along with a secure unit, the key to the longevity of your possessions is effective packing and storing. Using the correct materials will prevent your items from becoming damaged in transit or when they’re sat in storage. At Spaces and Places we provide loads of helpful tips and tricks to help ensure the safety of your items – take a look at our blog for some expert advice! Our Nuneaton Self Storage facility is located between Nuneaton and Atherstone, at Ansley Common. It is really convenient for nearby towns including Hinckley, Coleshill, Coventry and plenty of other locations throughout Warwickshire.

 

For more information regarding secure self-storage in Nuneaton, please get in touch with us today on 02476 960 918.

Recent figures have shown that last year three times more shops left the high street than in 2013.

According to data from professional services firm PwC, a total of 987 shops disappeared from the high street in 2014 with phone shops, travel agents and pawnbrokers hit the hardest.

As customers continue to embrace new technologies and ways of shopping, it’s an unfortunate fact that the rate of closures on the high street is likely to continue.

While there are some advantages to trading on the high street, including increased visibility, there’s no doubt that opening up a shop is a big step to take for any small business. It’s often the case that companies end up with more outgoing costs including business rates and rental payments, and find that actually they can’t afford to move to the high street at all.

With the ‘traditional’ high street no longer the place of choice for traders, more and more small businesses are now choosing to migrate their stores online and run stock from self-storage units.

Self-storage costs are far less than renting a store on the high street – plus you get all the freedom! When you move into a Spaces and Places unit you have full access to your unit 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and there are no long contracts or notice periods to get tied into.

If things do take a turn for the worst and you decide to ‘shut up shop’, you will find that there are no major issues or costs involved in doing so.

We often surprise businesses with how much money they can save when they choose to store with us – and we are often talking £ks!

So if the decline of the high street continues could we all end up shopping from storage units instead…?!

Contact us to find out how we could help your business.