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For some, relocating can be overwhelming. That’s why we have pulled together some great tips for those of you relocating to Kissimmee, Florida. We own a Kissimmee self storage facility, love the community and are happy to share the tips below with newcomers:

1) Make a plan. Before you relocate to Kissimmee, Florida you need to make a plan. This includes when you plan on leaving, how long you plan on being gone, and what kind of job you will do when you arrive. If you are retired then employment may not be your biggest concern, but it is important to sit down and work out a tentative plan before you just up and relocate to Kissimmee if at all possible. Securing a job before you move is a great idea and will make your move less stressful. Some great industries in and around Kissimmee include tourism, international trade, space industry, agriculture, construction, software, and university research. Find Kissimmee jobs here.

2) Subscribe to the local paper. Before you relocate to Kissimmee you will want to subscribe to the local paper. This is a great way to learn about the city and get a vibe for your new home. You can also find information on club meetings; get-togethers, activities, employment, and more. The local paper can help integrate you into Kissimmee life. You may like the Osceola News Gazette or choose from one of the Central Florida news papers on this list.

3) Buy or rent a home. The Kissimmee newspaper you subscribed to just might be your source for finding your next home. You can find rentals as well as real estate for sale so do a little research. It's best to have something in place before you move so you can move right into your new home. There are apartment complexes, trailer parks, single family homes, and town homes to choose from in Kissimmee so no matter how you want to live you will find a place to suit your lifestyle. Home prices are down in Kissimmee, Florida right now, making it more affordable for people to buy property than ever before. Find a home here.

4) Pack your belongings and make the trip to Kissimmee. Now that you have everything in place it is time to pack all of your belongings and head down to Kissimmee to begin your new life. Don’t worry if you are downsizing, Storage Masters self storage units in Kissimmee is perfect for safely storing your belongings. We have a variety of sizes and offer climate controlled self storage units.

5) Establish Residency. The State of Florida website has a great section on "Moving to Florida" that will help you with getting a new license and vehicle registration, schools, residency issues, community information, and more.

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Most used appliances store well IF you are willing to take a few added precautions in preparation for their storage.

As a rule, thoroughly cleaned appliances store better and require less attention than dirty ones AFTER they come out of your self storage unit.

Refrigerators should be completely emptied of food and perishables. Interior shelving and bins should be removed and then washed with a mild household detergent and left out to dry completely. This presents a great opportunity to wash the interior walls of the fridge as well. Leaving the doors open will allow the unit to dry completely, as well a let it assume room temperature more rapidly to help avoid unwanted condensation.

Water, even in small quantities, is an unwanted factor when storing in a sealed self storage unit. A climate controlled facility will be your best bet for warding off unwanted moisture, but the measures you take to remove water from your appliances can help guard against mildew and mold development. For this reason, be sure to drain ice maker water lines completely and remove inline filters. Your manufacturer’s instructions will be able to take you through these steps. Once things are completely dry, reassemble the interior components, and close the doors for transport purposes ONLY. On a side note, it’s a good idea to use a few pieces of duct or packaging tape (available at your Storage Masters office) to secure your refrigerator’s power cord and water lines to its outside back panel. This will keep them out of the way and help prevent either from being pinched or severed in transport.

Once your fridge is safely inside your self storage unit it is a good idea to prop the doors open just enough to ensure a little air circulation. This can help prevent the development of strange odors while in storage.

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So you’re taking care of some spring cleaning and you’ve decided that it’s time to tackle your over-loaded bookshelves. Your Storage Master’s climate controlled self storage unit is the perfect place to safely get them out of the way.

If you’re like most people, some of those volumes have collected dust over the months and years that they’ve been occupying space on your bookcase. You’ve determined that there are several volumes that you are just not ready to part with at your next garage sale or, on eBay, but you know you want them out of the way for now. Here are a few suggestions that will give your stored books optimal protection for several years:

• Select a modest size box (pH balanced cardboard -- pH 7 to 8.5 -- is best unless you line the box with an unscented trash can liner.) Remember, books in small quantities get heavy fast, and somebody’s got to move them eventually.

• Remove any dust or other soiling, by using a static duster - such as Swiffer, or even compressed air, blowing or stroking away from the spine.

• When placing books in the box, the natural tendency is to want to lay them flat, but it is actually best to stand them up in the box, just like you would in your bookcase. Avoid the temptation to fill voids in the top of the box with anything but other books, or acid free packing paper.

• Remember: the more snug the fit, the more stackable the box, and the more likely NOT to crush under the weight of other boxes that may be placed on top.

• Avoid storing directly on the floor, which is subject to cooling and some condensation during more humid seasons of the year, and creates possible risk of mold and/or mildew.

• Avoid storing book boxes in contact with an outside wall or ceiling, which can lead to unnecessary exposure to heat and can be detrimental to some compounds used in binding.

• Repel moisture and unwanted pests by lining your boxes with unscented trash can liners, as suggested earlier, and seal with a twister tie prior to closing the box. Make sure the books are moisture free before attempting this.

• If you suspect that you may need to access specific books in the not too distant future, it may be best to organize by category, but always best to label your boxes clearly.

Many of the supplies you will need are available at the Storage Masters office. We invite you to stop in and take a look.

We have storage facilities located across the country. To learn more, click on the location nearest you : Denver self storage, Kissimmee, FL self storage, Goldenrod Road, Orlando, FL self storage, Silver Star Road, Orlando, FL, Chesterfield, MO self storage, O'Fallon, MO self storage, St. Charles, MO self storage, and our Plano, TX self storage location.

Trying to stay within your self storage budget? You could really use a little extra space, but that next size unit may be over-kill. At Storage Masters we have a custom made solution in store for you. In case you’ve not already noticed, our Chesterfield, MO Self Storage, O'Fallon, MO Self Storage, and St. Charles, MO Self Storage locations offer shelving that is built right into many of our self storage units.

Shelving can increase your available storage space by 15%, which may prevent you from the need to rent a larger unit. What’s more, shelving can also help you avoid the “crush factor” that comes along with stacking boxes from the floor up. Whereas this might be a suitable approach for the majority of your stored goods, there is nearly always a need for more delicate or fragile goods to get special treatment. Our built-in shelves will help you do just that.

If you plan well, using our shelves can save you a little strain too. More frequently accessed goods are often times better stored on shelves in order to help you avoid the virtual shell game of having to constantly off-load other stored items in order to get to the one you really need. On another note, storing heavier boxes near waist level will prevent you from having to stoop and lift as often.

We have storage facilities located across the country. To learn more, click on the location nearest you : Denver self storage, Kissimmee, FL self storage, Goldenrod Road, Orlando, FL self storage, Silver Star Road, Orlando, FL, Chesterfield, MO self storage, O'Fallon, MO self storage, St. Charles, MO self storage, and our Plano, TX self storage location.

Just before you move, you should go through the following checklist and ensure you've taken care of everything on it.

1. Have you arranged new utilities for your new house?
2. Have you informed your bank, mortgage company, mobile phone and any other companies who regularly bill you at your old address of your new address to ensure that you don't miss anything critial?
3. Have you canceled your lawn service, pest control and any other services that you use on a regular basis?
4. Have you arranged to have a change of address with your local US Postal Service?
5. Have you turned off the gas, water and electricity, if asked?
6. Have you stopped all utilities, and informed any tax or local authorities of your move so that they can adjust your final bill and have it forwarded to your house?
7. Is everything labeled, packed, removed and accounted for?
8. If you are leaving furniture, have you checked that there's nothing in, underneath, behind or on top of it?
9. Have you fulfilled any items that will ensure the return of your deposit (if you had one?)
10. Is everything packed and clearly marked?
11. Have you paid, or do you have the means to pay for your new house, if required?
12. Have you clearly explained, or marked out any repairs required within your old house?
13. Have you left any manuals that you don't need, for appliances or items you're leaving behind?
14. Have you transferred things like your driver's license, visa, passport or work permit to your new address?

Once you've ensured you've taken care of everything, you can move on to your new house knowing that you're able to continue your life without fear of disruption, identity theft or needing to contact the new occupants of the house with your problems.  You'll also be able to relax and enjoy the move itself.

We have storage facilities located across the country. To learn more, click on the location nearest you : Denver self storage, Kissimmee, FL self storage, Goldenrod Road, Orlando, FL self storage, Silver Star Road, Orlando, FL, Chesterfield, MO self storage, O'Fallon, MO self storage, St. Charles, MO self storage, and our Plano, TX self storage location.