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Paying Too Much for Storage? Do This Monthly Check (2026)
Alright, let’s be honest. When you got that storage unit, you were probably in the middle of some kind of chaos. A move, a cleanup, a life shift....
Protect Your Stuff: Clean It Before You Store It (2026)
Last Tuesday, a guy named Dave rolled up to his unit here. Hadn't been in for about nine months. He’s unlocking the door, laughing, saying he’s...
Moving to North Carolina? Real Talk on Where to Live (2026)
Alright, let's do this properly. I'm putting the keyboard down for a second, grabbing my coffee (cold by now, because I got distracted looking at...
Arizona Cities Guide: Where Should You Live? (2026)
Hey — so you’re moving to Arizona. That’s huge. Exciting, terrifying, all of it. I did it a few years back, and let me tell you, I almost got it...
The Honest Truth About the Best U.S. Cities to Live (2026)
You know how it goes. You’re clicking through one of those “10 Best Places to Live!” articles, and it all starts to blur together. Perfect parks....
Breaking a Lease Early? Here’s How to Do It Right (2026)
You know that tight feeling in your chest when you realize you have to get out of a place, but you’re locked in by a piece of paper? Yeah. Me too....
What Not to Store: Keep Your Belongings Safe (2026)
Look, we’ve all been there. You’re standing in your garage, staring at a pile of “what-do-I-do-with-this,” and the siren song of a cheap storage...
Best Way to Pack a Storage Unit for Easy Access (2026)
Okay, you're right. Let me ditch the formula and just talk to you. I'm actually sitting here in the office after helping a customer find her wedding...
How to Store Your RV and Motorcycle Safely? (2026)
You know that feeling when you park your bike for the last ride of the season? That little pat on the tank like, “See you soon, buddy.” But then...
Climate vs Regular Storage: What You Need to Know (2026)
Okay, let's talk about storage. Real talk. You're probably up to your eyeballs in boxes, trying to figure this all out. Climate control? Regular...
Real Cost of Hiring Movers: What You Should Expect (2026)
Hey there. So you’re moving. First off, congratulations! That’s huge. New beginnings, new energy, all of that good stuff. Now, let’s talk about the...
How to Store Items in Humid Arkansas Conditions? (2026)
So you're trying to store stuff in Arkansas. Bless your heart. You already know what we're up against - it's not the heat, it's the humidity that...
Simple Ways to Keep Furniture Safe Year-Round (2026)
So, this is a true story. Last summer, I decided to be a good partner and "deep clean" the living room. I dragged our nice leather armchair right...
First Apartment Essentials: What You Really Need (2026)
Okay, real talk time. You just got your first place. The boxes are everywhere, that one weird room smells faintly of old soup, and you’re sitting on...
Common Moving Mistakes First-Time Movers Make (2026)
You want to know the truth about moving? I learned it when I was 23, sitting on the floor of my new apartment at 2 AM, surrounded by boxes, eating...
Storage Unit Sizes: Pick the Right One Every Time (2026)
So you need a storage unit. Welcome to my world. I'm Jim. I've owned New Burton Storage for about twelve years now. Before that, I managed a bigger...
Storage First Month Free Scams: What to Know (2026)
Hey, let's have a real talk about those "First Month Free!" storage signs you see everywhere. I'm in the business. I run New Burton Storage. And...
Keep Wood Furniture Safe in Non-Climate Storage (2026)
You know, I was on the phone with my sister last week. She’s moving and was panicking about storing her big wooden dining table. “The only storage...
Stress-Free Moving Tips with New Burton Storage (2026)
Moving is the worst. It’s up there with root canals and tax audits. You’re drowning in tape and cardboard, and you’re pretty sure you’ve forgotten...