by Julia Lathan

Looking for the right storage unit size can be difficult, but at Milt’s Mini Storage we are here to help find the perfect storage unit for you and your needs. Thanks to the internet, you are able to find the perfect storage facility for your needs. Storage unit facilities like Milt’s Mini Storage allow you to complete a rental online. But how do you know if you are making the right choice without seeing the space in person? Here are tips to help you with renting a storage unit online.

• Consider how long you plan on storing your items – If you are planning to store your items for a short term, it is ok to pack more into a smaller storage unit. If you are planning to store for a longer period, we recommend getting a storage unit that has enough to move items around.
• Estimate how much you plan on storing – Knowing what items you plan on putting in storage can help you get a better idea of what size storage unit you may need. Start by making of items that you plan on putting into storage. At Milt’s Mini Storage we have a storage unit size guide to help you determine what items will fit into each unit size. If you still have questions about what size is perfect for you our on-site live-in manager is available to help determine the perfect storage unit size for you.
• Know what you plan on storing – For some items, like boxes or totes, a standard size storage unit is good. When it comes to storing items like; antiques, photographs, instruments, electronics, and/or medical supplies. Consider choosing climate control storage units for those changing seasons.
• Map out how you want your storage unit to look – If you are more of a visual person, you may need to map out how you are wanting to store your items and how much space you will have. If you would like to see how big a space is we recommend measuring out how big of space, you are needing.

Once you have figured out the perfect storage unit size for you and your family, Milt’s Mini Storage is here to help with the rental process. Milt’s Mini Storage has 8 locations around the Omaha and Bellevue area with all the storage unit sizes and features you are looking for. We are here to help make the rental process quick and painless. Call any of our 8 storage facilities to help with your storage needs!

As the seasons start to change and the weather becomes colder, we are here with some tips on how storage is perfect for your RV, boats, or other recreational vehicles during the colder season. In order to keep your RV in the best condition for next year’s adventures, it is essential to store your vehicles properly during the winter season. Here are some storage tips on how to keep your vehicles safe during the winter season.

• Clean and Examine the Exterior – Before looking into putting your RV into storage, spend time examining your vehicle. Look for any holes, leaks, cracks, rust, or other damages that can be affected by the colder weather. If you notice any damages take your time and contact your local repair shop to get it fixed before the colder weather comes. Once you have determined that there is no damage, it is time to clean the exterior before looking into storage.
• Clean and Examine the Interior – To avoid getting mold, mildew, and pest, thoroughly clean the interior of your vehicle. During the camping season you are likely to store food, electronics, and clothing. Before placing your RV in storage, determine what items you want to keep or remove from the inside of the RV.
• Disconnect the RV Battery – If the battery is left in the RV while in storage, it can freeze and become unusable. We recommend disconnecting the battery and store it in a cool dry place. To prevent it from dying in storage, charge it once it reaches below 80%. If you are planning on keeping your battery in the RV, Milt’s Mini Storage offers covered parking with trickle charging.
• Block or Jack Your Tires – To prevent your tires from getting flat in storage during winter, we recommend blocking or jack your tires. If you are able to drive your RV around, this will help rotate your tires.
• Cover the RV and Tires – The winter elements and UV rays can damage the exterior of your RV and your tires. Milt’s Mini Storage offers cover outside parking storage to help prevent some of those elements from getting on your vehicle.

Milt’s Mini Storage is here for your RV, boat, or other recreational vehicle needs including covered and uncovered outside parking storage. At Milt’s Mini Storage, our storage outside parking spots are safe and affordable to help maintain the protection of your items. We have a variety of outside parking spots that will fit your needs and the features you are looking for. All of our storage outside parking spots are monitored 24/7 by cameras and are located in a gated area with perimeter alarms. Call your local Milt’s Mini Storage® today to secure yourself an outside parking spot!

Milt’s Mini Storage wants to help you be free from the Christmas clutter. Now that the holidays are coming fast and we expect shopping for gifts will fill up your storage space. Your friends here at Milt’s Mini Storage have the perfect amount of storage space for you. We know how sneaky kids can be when it comes to finding their gifts, we can help keep them safe and sound at our storage facility.

If you only have a small amount of presents to hide check out our 5×5 storage units, we offer climate controlled storage units to help keep your presents safe from the changing weather. If you hiding bigger presents we recommend one of our bigger storage units. No matter how much Christmas clutter you have, Milt’s Mini Storage is here for your clutter needs and keep your items safe. If you plan on getting someone a vehicle, our Milt’s Mini Storage in Bellevue, NE offers covered and uncovered outside parking. You can go onto our website( https://www.miltstorage.com/amenities/ ) and check out our storage unit size guide to figure out what storage unit is perfect for you and your Christmas clutter.

Milt’ Mini Storage is here to make sure that your Christmas gifts are protected with our 24/7 security cameras and our secured gate access. We also provide a variety of storage units that are climate controlled. Instead of stacking your gifts in the corner of a cold frigid garage, our climate controlled storage units are kept clean and in a constant room temperature. Consider Milt’s Mini Storage’s climate controlled storage units at our 3349 Keystone Drive, 2715 Chandler Road West, 11425 P Street, 3303 N. 147^th Street, and 3320 S. 60^th Street.

Be sure this holiday season to check out what Milt’s Mini Storage has to offer you and your Christmas clutter needs. Our storage units are on a month-to-month lease, if you are only needing it for the holiday season. We are here to make sure the surprise doesn’t get spoiled this Christmas season and to ensure the safety of your items. We offer climate control storage units, outside parking, secured gate access, security cameras, and an on-site live-in manager. Milt’s Mini Storage® offers self storage units at a reasonable and fair price. Call Milt’s Mini Storage today to help with your storage needs!

The winter season is rolling in quickly; climate control storage is the perfect way to keep your items safe while the temperature starts to change. Whether you are stashing away seasonal items or decluttering your home we are here to talk about why climate control is a game changer for you. Climate controlled storage units are here to help maintain a consistent temperature and humidity levels during the changing seasons. Today we will be exploring how Milt’s Mini Storage’s climate controlled storage units can safeguard your belongings during the changing seasons.

• Protecting Your Electronics – Electronics are among the most sensitive items you own and the changing temperatures can have a major impact on them. Batteries in your devices can lose their charge, while moisture can cause them to short circuit. By using our climate controlled storage units, you can ensure that your electronics are kept in a stable environment and minimize the risk of damage.
• Preserving Furniture – If you are planning on storing wood or fabric furniture, they are particularly susceptible to the cold weather. When your furniture is exposed to colder weather it can start to develop mold or mildew in damp conditions. Climate controlled storage helps maintain the environment you plan on storing your furniture. At Milt’s Mini Storage climate controlled storage units are made to keep your items in pristine condition.
• Reducing Pest Risk – As the weather changes, pests are determined to seek shelter indoors. Climate controlled storage units at Milt’s Mini Storage help minimize the risk of pest infestations by maintaining a stable environment. This is also an added layer of protection for your items throughout the winter season.
• Peace of Mind – Ultimately, one of the most significant benefits to climate controlled storage units is peace in mind. We are here to help keep your mind at peace with our climate controlled storage units by keeping your items protected from those harsh winter days.

As the winter season arises, the advantages of climate controlled storage units at Milt’s Mini Storage become increasingly clear. By offering you a stable environment for your valuable items you are planning to store. Choosing climate controlled storage units is a smart investment as we are getting to the colder season. Consider Milt’s Mini Storages climate controlled storage units at our 3349 Keystone Drive, 2715 Chandler Road West, 11425 P Street, 3303 N. 147^th Street, and 3320 S. 60^th Street. Milt’s Mini Storage® offers climate control storage units at a reasonable and fair price. Call today!

We are here today to talk about how to organize your storage unit for when you plan on visiting your storage unit frequently. If you are reading this, then it means you access your storage unit frequently and want help to getting it organized for those visits. Our storage facilities know the right storage unit size to fit your storage needs and our managers can help make your storage experience go smoothly. Here are some tips to making your storage unit more organized for your frequent visits.

• Picking the right boxes or totes – We recommend picking one box or tote size for your items, you may think that you need all different sizes and fill them up. The problem with this is that the boxes or totes can become too heavy for you to move around in your storage unit.
• Frequency of use – Before you starting packing your items, you will need to think about how often you plan on accessing certain items in your storage unit. That way, while you are packing, you can carefully store items with easy access. Think of those items that you likely won’t need as often like; seasonal clothing, vacation supplies, holiday items, tools or hobby supplies, and documents.
• Labeling – Labeling your boxes or totes will help you save time looking through them later in your storage unit. Once you have packed all your boxes or totes, assign numbers to each and label it with the contents inside.
• Create a master list – Since you numbered the boxes or totes and labeled it with the contents inside each, we recommend putting all the information you collected onto a master list. This is the key to find something specific in your storage unit.

Milt’s Mini Storage is here to help with your organizing storage needs and make sure you find the perfect storage unit. Organizing can be difficult but we want to make sure that you are able to access your storage unit with some helpful tips above. We offer climate control storage units, secured gate access, security cameras, and an on-site live-in manager. Milt’s Mini Storage® offers self storage units at a reasonable and fair price. Call Milt’s Mini Storage today to help with your storage needs!

This blog will help you discover how to store off-season clothing efficiently in the storage world by cleaning and repairing items, choosing the right storage facility, and creating an organized system. Switching from summer to fall clothing can become overwhelming, but we have some storage tips to help guide you through this coming season.

• Cleaning your seasonal clothes for storage
  • Make sure when you are planning put your seasonal items into storage, that you fix and clean them. With just a simple cleaning and fixing you clothes will be ready to take out of storage when the next season comes. Ensure all your clothes are thoroughly cleaned and dry before storing them. This will help prevent mold, mildew, and insect infestations. Follow your clothing’s care labels and routines to avoid damage. Try to remove any stains before storing your clothes. When it comes to storage you will want to make sure your clothes don’t get ruined over the season.
• Choosing the right storage container
  • When it comes to choosing the right storage facility, you will also need to make sure that you are choosing to put your clothes in the right storage container. You don’t want your storage boxes to be too small or too large. When it comes to storage containers we recommend that the storage containers are dust, moisture and pest-resistant.
• Create an Organized Storage System
  • By creating a storage system, it will help prevent you from buying duplicates, replace older clothes, or discovering clothing you forgot you had. Organize your clothes by season, type, and how often you want to wear them. Sorting your items in your storage by season can help you save space and find certain clothing items easier. We recommend routinely reviewing and updating your storage as often as you can.
• Considering looking into a climate controlled storage unit
  • If you are ready to change out your wardrobe for the season and don’t want to clutter your home, rent a climate controlled storage unit with Milt’s Mini Storage. We have convenient seasonal storage solution for your seasonal clothing needs. Climate controlled storage units will help protect your items from the changing weather.

We are here to help you find the perfect storage facility for your offseason clothing. Consider Milt’s Mini Storages climate controlled storage units at our 3349 Keystone Drive, 2715 Chandler Road West, 11425 P Street, 3303 N. 147^th Street, and 3320 S. 60^th Street. Milt’s Mini Storage® offers climate control storage units at a reasonable and fair price. All of our storage units are monitored 24/7 by cameras and are located in a gated area with perimeter alarms. Call today to see what we have to offer.

Want to know if climate control storage is perfect for you during the winter season in Nebraska? The cold weather is starting to approach and during the winter season it threatens the integrity of your items in your storage unit. We want to help prepare you for the winter months, and start considering climate control storage. Here is some insight on why climate control is perfect for you during the winter cold season.

• How does climate control storage work during the changing seasons?
  • Climate control storage is key year-round because of the changing seasons and the space itself can help protect those items. When it comes to winter time, climate control storage is utilized by insulation and central heating to protect your items from the harshest if winters.
  • For additional climate control storage unit information, they maintain a consistent humidity level. If you can imagine what cold and damp your items look it, then you can see why climate control storage is important,
• How bad can the Omaha and Bellevue, Nebraska winter get?
  • Are you still wondering if you should consider climate control storage? You will need to know what the cold temperatures can do to your valuables. From furniture to photos, these are commonly stored items that are temperature sensitive.
  • Other items like wood, leather, appliances, electronics, collectables, clothing, documents, photos, and instruments are key items to think about when you are planning to choose climate control storage units. Winters here in Omaha and Bellevue, Nebraska can be unknown so having that protection of climate control storage here at Milt’s Mini Storage is key.
  • With the changing seasons in Nebraska, you never know what season you are going to get and when you chose climate control storage you are getting the best of both worlds. At Milt’s Mini Storage we offer climate control storage all year round to help with the harshest of winters.

If you are currently storing in an outdoor storage unit and would like to transfer into a climate controlled storage unit, we are here to help. Milt’s Mini Storage offers climate controlled storage units at our 3349 Keystone Drive, 2715 Chandler Road West, 11425 P Street, 3303 N. 147^th Street, and 3320 S. 60^th Street. Milt’s Mini Storage® offers climate control storage units at a reasonable and fair price. All of our storage units are monitored 24/7 by cameras and are located in a gated area with perimeter alarms. To learn more about climate controlled storage, call today to see what climate controlled storage units we have to offer you.

Are you preparing to move soon, see all the moving supplies we recommend to prepare yourself for a successful move is by gathering and purchasing useful moving supplies. Depending on where you are moving out of, the size and type of your items will give you an idea of what supplies you will need. Choosing supplies that best suit your needs can be difficult, we are here to help with your moving supplies. Here are some supplies that we recommend are the most useful and how our storage facilities can help you.

• Benefits of Moving Supplies
  • There are two main reasons why you should consider reliable moving supplies for your items. Moving supplies allow you to transport your items easily and smoothly without causing any damage. Aside from the easy moving, supplies are your best bet at keeping your items safe. Examples of the most useful moving supplies; mattress cover, blankets, bubble wrap, totes over boxes, and packing tape.
• Creating a Moving Supplies Checklist
  • Before you start packing, we recommend writing down a list of supplies on a checklist. It is likely that you have some supplies at home, but you might be missing some essential supplies. Look at the items you have to move and group together the bigger and smaller items together. Think of the items that can be packed together and what supplies are needed to protect those items.
• How Many Boxes or Totes Do I Need?
  • The most common and most useful supplies are boxes and totes. Now the most common question is how many boxes do I need? Purchasing the classic cardboard box can get pricey and great for a single move. If you are looking for long-term storage, for items like seasonal clothes or decorations, consider adding totes to your supplies checklist. Additional not all items need to be boxed up, we recommend using bubble wrap or blankets to secure your items in work of a box.

Once you are set with all your moving supplies, consider looking into getting a storage unit to help assist in your move. If you are considering a storage unit, Milt’s Mini Storage is here for all your storage and moving supplies. Check out our website today to see everything Milt’s Mini Storage has for your supplies. We offer gate access, security cameras, and we an on-site live-in manager. Milt’s Mini Storage® offers self-storage units, at a reasonable and fair price. Call us today to see what we offer!

When you are looking into getting a storage unit, it can give you peace and mind. Storage units help free up space at home and keep those seasonal items out of needed space. Many people don’t realize that when you get a storage unit getting insurance on it is a good idea. While some insurance policies can cover a storage unit, they do not always cover the full amount of your storage unit. A standalone storage unit insurance policy can give you a little more peace and mind from the for the following situations.

• Seasonal Weather Change: Storage facilities do their best to provide weather-resistant storage options, like climate controlled storage units. There are some cases where extreme or unpredictable weather events can occur and can damage your storage unit. If your homeowner’s policy has an off-premises clause, then your storage unit should be covered by the same weather related events as your home. Make sure to review your policy, certain types of weather damage may not be covered. With standalone storage insurance it can cover all damages, like flooding.
• Damage Protection: Weather isn’t the only thing that can be hazardous to your storage unit. Things like pest, mold, and mildew are also things that may not be covered by your home or renter’s policy. Many storage facilities require you to have renter’s insurance or get insurance for your storage unit. Here at Milt’s Mini Storage we do not require you to have insurance but do provide a way to get insurance.
• Theft and Vandalism: When it comes to choosing a self storage facility, look for things like controlled entry, fencing, cameras that cover the facility. Here at Milt’s Mini Storage we offer 24/7 security, secured gate access, and live on-site managers. Make sure that your insurance policy can cover your valued items.

At the end of the day, you need to make sure your adequate insurance protection for storing your items at a storage facility. Adding insurance gives you peace and mind that your items are well protected when situations occur. Here at Milt’s Mini Storage, we have your storage needs and can help you protect your items. We offer gate access, security cameras, and we an on-site live-in manager. Milt’s Mini Storage® offers self-storage units, at a reasonable and fair price. Call us today to see what we offer!

Short-term storage generally refers to having a storage unit for three months or less, and nothing is set and stone. Self storage the “self” part means you’ll be loading and managing your storage unit by yourself. If this is your first time renting a storage unit for short-term use, you might get that overwhelming feeling. If you are going through a life transition or planning your next steps the last thing you need to think about is storage. We have some tips to help guide you through short-term self storage and make the process go smoothly.

• Whether you are relocating for temporary work, redoing a room in your home, or something else. We have helped people with the following situations; moving, building a home, remodeling or renovating, student relocation, travelers, expanding businesses, military deployment, decluttering, and extra storage for your vehicles.
• Start your search early, but not too early. You want to be able to find a suitable storage facility but you don’t want to wait till the day before you plan on moving. At the same time, you don’t want to be pay for a month of storage that you don’t plan on using till the end of the month. Take a look at your timeline and consider how many items your plan on storing. We recommend starting your search about a week or two weeks before you plan on getting a storage unit.
• Choose the best storage facility for your storage needs. We recommend not selecting a storage facility based on cost, although affordability and convenience are important factors. You will also need to look into the storage facilities security, staffing, and maintenance efforts. Make sure to read review and to choose a storage facility that works with your life.
• Choose the right space for your storage needs, you don’t want to get too small of a unit and force items into the storage unit. If possible we recommend coming to a storage facility and checking out the different size storage units. Bring a tape measure to ensure that you will have enough space. Use our storage guide to help you better understand sizes, https://www.miltstorage.com/amenities/.
• Make the most of your space and pack your items strategically. Storage units tend to be about 8 feet high, so there is plenty of room to stack your items. We recommend using totes instead of boxes to help with the storing process.
• Lastly be prepared to extend your storage, often some people take longer to move into their new home or projects take long than expected. Be ready to change your plans by having an inventory of the different items you put in storage. It is easier than you think to forget the items you put away in storage and having an idea of what items you have will help you in the future.

We know that getting started with short-term storage can be an undertaking task but, Milt’s Mini Storage is here to help. The majority of our facilities have traditional storage, climate and humidity controlled storage, and drive up storage. Milt’s Mini Storage® located in Bellevue, NE has all of the storage unit/outdoor parking above. No matter which storage facility you chose at Milt’s Mini Storage® we value your belongings. We offer gate access, security cameras, and we an on-site live-in manager. Milt’s Mini Storage® offers self-storage units, at a reasonable and fair price. Call us today to see what we offer!