Having a climate controlled storage unit is generally about two things- security and convenience. That being said, it can be all too easy to just stick your items in there and forget about them. But this can be a slippery … Continued
How Self-Storage Can Help with Disaster Prep
These days, it seems like every time we turn on the news there is a new natural disaster occurring. From wildfires to hurricanes, these catastrophic events can often happen without warning, leaving residents scrambling to protect their family and their … Continued
10 Self-Storage Myths You Should Stop Believing [PART 2]
Welcome back to the Proguard Storage blog! We’re finishing up running through common self-storage myths and busting them ferociously. Last week, we blasted some common misconceptions about renting a unit altogether. This week, we’re covering the contents. Let us know … Continued
10 Self-Storage Myths You Should Stop Believing [PART 1]
What do the Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, and the tooth fairy all have in common? They’re MYTHS. (Don’t worry, we won’t tell your 3-year-old that Saint Nick is a farce) What is it about myths that just seem so convincing? … Continued
How to Store a Refrigerator: It’s Easier Than You Think!
Ah, the fridge. That haven of silver-foil wrapped goodies, the home of your world-famous guac, and the lair of that green smoothie that you’re not convinced started out as green. As one of the focal points of your kitchen, … Continued
5 Clever Storage Ideas from an Amazing Tiny House
Like we covered in our blog a few weeks back, Tiny House living is evolving into a huge trend. Many people are showing interest in ‘tiny living’ but are far from ready to ditch their comfortable homes to live in an … Continued
5 Organization Blogs You Should Subscribe to TODAY!
Ahhh…for some of us, nothing feels better than a clean, structured, and organized space. When every piece of clutter has an assigned spot, your home just seems brighter and bigger. Even for those of us who aren’t naturally organized … Continued
How to Store a Mattress
Let’s talk about your mattress. This long-suffering bedroom staple has a bad wrap: it’s always blamed for your terrible back problems, your insomnia, your stiff neck…but that may just be because it was stored, moved, or “installed” incorrectly! We … Continued
House Hunting: Don’t Lose Sight of What You Want!
House hunting is one of the most thrilling – and potentially soul-crushing – experiences of our lives. Especially in our hometown of Houston! We have hundreds of house-hunters pass through our doors every day, looking to grab something from … Continued
Millennials on Self-Storage
We’ve been called spoiled, thin-skinned, lazy, and unwilling to work hard. We’ve seen our country rise from the ashes of 9/11, protested and voted in the most controversial presidential race in history, and have experienced both the pre-Internet era and … Continued