When you store items in a self-storage unit, it’s a good idea to create and keep an inventory. At Spaces and Places, it’s common to see someone return to their unit only to find they have absolutely no idea where they put something – this can lead to endless searching through piles of unlabelled boxes which takes up a great deal of time. Keeping your unit organised with an inventory really can be indispensable when you come

1. Secure your unit The first step you need to take is to secure your unit. With Spaces and Places this is really simple! Just give us a call or email a few days before you require storage and we will reserve a unit ready for you. 2. Deposit When you arrive at your chosen facility we will ask you to fill out a short rental agreement and to pay the first month’s rent plus

Did you know that 75% of house burglaries take place when a property is unoccupied? With the summer holidays officially upon us, many of us will be planning on taking a trip away during the next couple of months. Whether you’re taking a weekend break or jetting off for a few weeks it’s a good idea to review the security practises before you go. A 2013 study by confused.com revealed that 51% of homeowners kept

When kids move home from University for summer, parents are often left wondering where on earth they’re going cram in all the accumulated gear! As well as food, suitcases and piles of laundry, kids often need to cart home the entire contents of their university digs over the summer break and chances are it won’t all fit in your spare room! If the kids are heading back to Nuneaton for the summer and you want

Car boot sales are an increasingly popular way to get rid of household items that you no longer need. Nobody wants a home cluttered with boxes of unused or unloved possessions, so selling your stuff at a car boot is a great way to recycle any useful but unwanted domestic items that you may have otherwise thrown away. Car boot sales have become something of a British tradition and the premise is simple. Simply clear

When it comes to self-storage, one thing many people struggle with is organising their unit. Over the coming weeks, Spaces and Places are going to bring you some of our top tips to ensure your unit stays clean, tidy, organised and easy to navigate. The first of our tips is to create a self-storage unit map! Read on for more information… One of the biggest mistakes you can make when storing things in a unit

Doing business has changed significantly over the last decade. Online businesses now operate around the clock with everything you could possibly need just a few clicks away. As a result convenience and immediacy are now a requirement for consumers. The concept of ‘opening hours’ and ‘waiting in a queue’ has almost become a thing of the past, as customers now have the option to order absolutely anything straight from their smartphone. With the demand for

When your website is your shop front, a self-storage unit can make good business sense. Many online businesses start out of a spare room or garage but can rapidly start to outgrow their humble beginnings, requiring a much larger space to keep up with demand. If you are running, or have recently started an online business, a self-storage unit can provide somewhere for you to store stock, organise distribution and keep items secure. By running

If predictions are to be believed, the UK is set for another hotter-than-average summer this year, with temperatures set to soar well into July. While you may have been ready for summer since January, your home may not be quite ready for the transition! As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer you may be thinking about refreshing your home ready to entertain friends and make the most of the summer months. If

If you’ve been planning a clear out for a while, the bank holiday is the perfect opportunity to declutter and reclaim some space in our homes ready for the summer months ahead. If you’re using the long weekend to declutter, we suggest tackling one room at a time and the garage is a great place to start. Read on for our guide for organising your garage storage… Clearing out your garage is possibly one of

Moving house in Nuneaton? Whether you’re downsizing, relocating your family, or a young professional moving for its a great commuter location between major UK cities, Spaces and Places can offer convenient, affordable and flexible storage to save you time and money during your move. We know how daunting it can be to pack up and move your entire life, so if you want to be assured that your treasured possessions and important documents are safe

Moving in together is one of the most exciting steps that a couple can take but according to a new study, the glow soon wears off and it’s all thanks to clutter. The study revealed that couples typically have 32 arguments a year over the amount of clutter in their home, with half saying that they regularly argued about their partner having ‘too much stuff.’ Whether it’s inherited knick-knacks, dusty sports equipment or bin bags