When you plan on getting a storage unit at a self storage facility, you will want to find ways to keep your items protected from the changing elements and pests. Storage units are made of welded steel, drywall, and other elements that can change over time. Here some items to think about when preparing your storage unit from pest and rodents.

• Are mothballs recommended for your storage unit?
  • People use mothballs to protect their belongings, particularly clothing and fabrics. Mothballs contain naphthalene which can repel moths and insects but they can also come with some risk. Mothballs have a strong smell and can cause people to get headaches, coughing, or eye/nose irritation.
• Are there alternate options for pest control in your storage unit?
  • Rather than putting mothballs in your storage unit, we recommend using a natural and safe alternative to prevent damage. Some safe and natural alternatives better suited for your storage unit are; lavender, rosemary, thyme, or peppermint oils on a cotton ball.
• Do you need a pest repellent for your storage unit?
  • If you plan on storing your items in a self storage facility, rodents like mice, rats, and other pests can infiltrate your storage unit. However, you can use a more natural repellent rather than using a chemical filled repellent. Using peppermint, lavender, or cinnamon essential oil-soaked cotton balls are highly recommended for your storage unit. If you plan on using a more natural way to avoid getting pest and rodents in your storage unit, we recommend not putting in traps or poisons unless you plan on visiting your unit every day.

There are different options when it comes to choosing a repellent for your storage unit. When it comes to rodents, no one wants them but we wanted to give you an option of a more natural way to keep them out of your storage unit. Here at Milt’s Mini Storage we are here to help keep those rodents out! If you are worried about your items we offer climate and humidity controlled storage units. Milt’s Mini Storage® offers self-storage units, at a reasonable and fair price. Call us today to see what we offer!

There is a variety of storage units, here today we will be going over how to choose the perfect storage unit size for your storage needs. The answer to what storage unit size you are needing will depend on your current situation. Choosing the right storage unit for you doesn’t have to be difficult, we have created a storage unit size guide to help narrow down your selection.

• What fits inside a 5×5 storage unit?
  • This is our smallest storage unit size we offer and is perfect for when you are needing a little extra room around the house. In a size perspective a 5×5 storage unit is the size of an average closet. Items you can fit in a 5×5 storage unit; chest of drawers, several moving boxes, small chairs, and/or clothing.
• What fits inside a 5×10 storage unit?
  • A 5×10 storage unit is our second smallest size, but it helpful for needing a little extra space for your belongings. Our 5×10 storage unit is roughly the size of a walk-in closet and can store bigger items. Items you can fit in a 5×10 storage unit; 1 to 2 large pieces of furniture, 10 to 15 moving boxes or totes, and yard equipment.
• What fits inside a 5×15 storage unit?
  • Our next size is a 5×15, this storage unit is about 30% bigger than our 5×10 storage unit. This storage unit size is perfect if you are moving out of a studio apartment, it is also perfect for your motorcycle during the winter season. Items you can fit in a 5×15 storage unit; bedroom furniture, 15 to 20 boxes or totes, and a motorcycle.
• What fits inside a 10×10 storage unit?
  • Our 10×10 storage unit is a medium sized space and is roughly half of the size of a standard garage. Items you can fit in a 10×10 storage unit; all the contents of a small apartment, major appliances, and 15 to 20 moving boxes or totes.
• What fits inside a 10×15 storage unit?
  • A 10×15 storage unit are a perfect medium sized unit to fit contents of a two-bedroom apartment or a compact car. Items you can fit inside a 10×15 storage unit; certain models of compact cars, contents of a two-bedroom home or apartment, major appliances, and 20 to 25 moving boxes or totes.
• What fits inside a 10×20 storage unit?
  • A 10×20 storage unit is the size of a one car garage and can accommodate most midsized cars. Items that can fit inside a 10×20 storage unit; belongings of a two or three-bedroom home, some compact and midsized cars, and a good amount of inventory or supplies for your business.

Choosing what storage unit size can be difficult but here at Milt’s Mini Storage we want to help you! Our self storage facility is affordable and convenient for all of your storage needs. Whether you are looking for a temporary space or a more permanent space for your inventory or extra space around your home. If you are still unsure what storage unit size, you are needing feel free to call us today or visit one of our 8 locations in the Omaha community!

Here at Milt’s Mini Storage we want to show you the ultimate guide on packing your home for your next move and how self storage can help you. Studies have shown that around 40 million people a year in America move into a new space whether it is a home or an apartment. Moving into a new home is a big deal and can be anxiety-inducing or overwhelming. We have provided a list of what to do to ensure that your move goes smoothly.

• Start Sorting
  • When you start planning on moving into a new home this is the perfect time to start the process of cleaning and decluttering. We recommend sorting your items into these categories; items going to the new home, items to be donated or sold, items that can be thrown away, and items to put into storage. Once you have finished sorting, you can then move on the next steps of the moving process.
• Gather Your Moving Materials
  • Anyone who has packed and moved before knows how important it is to have the proper supplies when starting the move. As you are planning on how to pack for a move make sure you include these supplies; boxes and/or totes, bubble wrap, foam peanuts, packing tape, scissors, labels, markers, and furniture padding or covers.
• Packing Items for Storage
  • Packing for a move can be difficult because you have to decide whether you are putting your items in storage or to your new home. Items you plan on keeping in boxes, we recommend choosing a self storage facility. Here are some tips for when you plan on putting your items into storage; use totes instead of boxes, feel free to pack more into a box, and create and inventory list of each items in your boxes.

If you are looking for short or long term storage between moves, Milt’s Mini Storage is here to help with our month-to-month leases. At Milt’s Mini Storage, we offer all your self storage needs for your valuables short or long term. We have climate and humidity controlled storage units. 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!

In this blog, we will closely look at the benefits of choosing a drive up storage unit and what makes them so convenient for your storage life. Are you in the middle of downsizing or managing an inventory for a business? Here are some reasons why we suggest a drive up storage unit.

• What is a drive up storage unit?
  • Drive up storage units are one of the most popular ground level storage units, there are no hallways and no elevators. They are equivalent to an outdoor garage that you can rent from a storage facility, they also come in a variety of sizes.
• Accessibility
  • The main reason why these storage units are recommended is because of the accessibility of the storage unit. If you have heavy or bulky items, or frequently visiting your storage unit? The accessibility can make a difference, as the drive up storage units you can just pull up to your storage unit door.
• Pros and Cons
  • Pros
    • Direct vehicle access to help simplify unloading and loading.
    • Generally, more affordable then a climate controlled storage or indoor storage.
    • Come in many sizes to suit your storage needs.
  • Cons
    • Items can be more vulnerable during the changing seasons.
    • Outdoor access can be a concern for some tenants, despite the security measures.
    • Lack of climate control can make your items sensitive, climate control can bump up the price.

Finding the perfect storage unit for you doesn’t have to be difficult and Milt’s Mini Storage can help find what storage unit best fits your storage needs. Before deciding on a drive up storage unit there are some questions that you need to ask yourself. How often will you visit, are you ok with storing your items with the different weather changes? Drive up storage units are great for making a quick stop and can handle all your items you plan on storing. Check out Milt’s Mini Storage “Storage Size Guide” to help determine what size fits your needs. If you have any questions reach out to your local Milt’s Mini Storage!

Has it come up in your life about choosing long term storage? It may be because you are moving place to place and don’t want to part with your belongings or simply because you have more items that you don’t want to keep at home. Any reason you have for wanting long term storage, Milt’s Mini Storage is here for your storage needs. Here are some tips for when you are choosing long term storage.

• Location
  • When it comes to choosing a self storage facility for long term storage, first check how far the facility is from your home. How much will it cost to take your items there? If you plan on visiting your storage often, then having a storage facility close to you can be crucial.
• Accessibility
  • Not every storage facility has 24/7 access to your unit. Ask the storage facility about their office and gate hours, and if you can get access to your belongings when you need to. It is essential because you may not always be able to match their time.
• Pricing
  • Depending on the size of storage unit, it will depend on the monthly payment. Typically, if you chose a bigger unit it will cost more. You will need to determine the items you want to put in storage to help better understand pricing.
• Storage Unit Condition
  • Make sure that the storage unit you plan on renting is enough room for you and safe enough for your belongings. If you are worried about the changing temperatures, then we recommend looking into our climate and humidity controlled storage units.
• Security
  • One of the main reasons people choose a storage facility is because they offer gate access, security cameras, and we offer an on-site live-in manager. Ask your local storage facility about their safety measures and precautions to make sure that your items are protected.
• Credibility
  • You need to ensure that the company you plan on trusting your items with has a good client testimonial and reviews on their page.

At Milt’s Mini Storage, we offer all your self storage needs for your valuables long term. We have climate and humidity controlled storage units. 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!

Here are some common self storage questions we get when someone is looking into renting!

1. What size do I need?
   1. If you are unsure what size you are looking for, you can refer to our website, miltstorage.com, to look at our “Storage Unit Size Guide.
2. How tall our Milt’s Mini Storage’s unit door sizes?
   1. Our unit door sizes are approximately 7’ tall and 8’8” to 9’ wide. Our bigger unit doors, such as 12’x25’, are approximately 10 1/2’ tall and our 12’x30’ storage unit doors are 12’ tall.
3. How much does self storage units cost?
   1. It will depend on the self storage unit size that will determine the pricing, prices start at $40/month and up.
4. Does Milt’s Mini Storage charge a deposit or administrative fee?
   1. We do not charge deposit or administrative fees; we do offer $1 move-ins for certain units at our facilities.
5. What type of security does Milt’s Mini Storage offer?
   1. Milt’s Mini Storage provides on-site, live-in manager, well lit, fenced, controlled gate access, perimeter alarms, and 24 hour cameras.
6. What is Milt’s Mini Storage business hours?
   1. All locations are open from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM Saturdays. We are closed Sundays and Holidays.
7. When can I access my self storage unit?
   1. Milt’s Mini Storage gate hours are 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, 7 days a week.
8. What rental agreements are available at Milt’s Mini Storage?
   1. We offer a minimum of 1 month and can continue automatically until termination is given per rental agreement.
9. Do I need to provide my own packing supplies?
   1. You may use your own packing supplies and locks or purchase them from one of our 8 self storage locations. To see what Milt’s Mini Storage has to offer, visit our website miltstorage.com and click on our “Storage Merchandise” tab.
10. Do you offer climate controlled storage units?
    1. Yes, we offer climate and humidity controlled storage units at our 3349 Keystone Drive, 2715 Chandler Rd West, 11425 P Street, 3303 N. 147^th Street, and 3320 S. 60^th Street locations. Coming in 2025 our 1506 Chandler Rd location.
11. Do you offer outside parking?
    1. Yes, we offer outside parking at our 2715 Chandler Rd West location.
12. What is required to rent a self storage unit?
    1. You must be 19 years old with a valid driver’s license or state ID, items must belong to the person signing the rental agreement.
13. Is it best to use climate controlled storage units?
    1. It depends on the items you plan on storing. Climate controlled storage units are the best for storing items like antiques, photographs, instruments, electronics, medical supplies, business items, and paintings.

If there are any questions missed, please do not hesitate to call any of our 8 Milt’s Mini Storage locations. We have an answer of all questions, Milt’s Mini Storage is here for your self storage needs!!

Self storage units in Omaha, Nebraska have been rising, and studies have shown that the self storage market is increasing. There has been an increased habit of collecting personal items and this has inflated the demand for self storage units in Omaha and Bellevue, Nebraska. In this blog, there are reasons whether you should rent a self storage unit and how it can help organize your life better.

• Limited space to live:
  • There is very limited living space and the growing population has increased the demand for houses instead of apartments. People like to keep their sentimental items in a safe and secure place but, in an apartment there isn’t much space to keep those items. Renting a self storage unit allows them to keep those items safe over a long period of time without having to throw or sell them.
• Downsizing or changing your living space:
  • The process of moving homes can be difficult especially when you plan on moving into a smaller place. Whether you are retiring, getting a smaller place, or wanting to become more minimalist, downsizing is one of those things that can take time. Smaller areas are easier to handle when it comes to storing but over time you start to gain more and more items and you small space starts to become crowded. Self storage can help you downsize or you are planning on changing your living space.
• Lifestyle changes:
  • In today’s world we have observed the changing lifestyles and habits, when it comes to living choices. The people today want a more flexible lifestyle and an easy going home lifestyle. Self storage can help provide a minimalist lifestyle and having your belongings in a safe place.

Visit Milt’s Mini Storage around Omaha and Bellevue, Nebraska for all your self storage needs. Our self storages are safe, affordable, and most have climate controlled to help maintain your items in the best condition. We also have outside parking for your boats, cars, trailers, and RV needs at our 2715 Chandler Road, Bellevue, Nebraska location. We have self storage units of all sizes to meet your self storage needs. Reach out to us today to learn more about self storage!

Storage is a great way to save space and remove clutter, but here are some items that do not belong in a storage unit. If you think of storage units can be used for personal dumping ground where anything and everything goes, think again. Here is a list of items we recommend not storing in your storage unit.

• Perishables – Perishables are food items that can become expired. While we know you do not plan on storing refrigerated items but some people have stored other types of food items before. Items like canned food seem like a good idea but due to their expiration they can become unseen or forgotten.
• Gas powered items – Though storage can be the perfect place for your gas powered items, they can start to become caustic or poisonous. If you plan on storing these items, make sure to keep away from the other items you want to store.
• Medicine – Typically if you want to store medicine a climate controlled storage units are the perfect place for you, but it can be like the perishable items. They can start to become bad and make the medicine unusable.
• Plants – You can store fake plants but when it comes to real plants the different seasons, airflow, and no sunlight can cause the plants to die. If someone gives you a plant as a gift, make sure that the plant is fake before storing it in your storage unit.

Milt’s Mini Storage is here to help all of our customer’s self storage needs. If you would like to learn more about our storage unit services and our policies on storing certain items do not hesitate to call us today. We want to make sure your moving process goes by smoothly and efficiently, here at Milt’s Mini Storage we want to help your move. Milt’s Mini Storage® offers self-storage units, at a reasonable and fair price.

Many people chose to rent a self storage unit in Omaha, Nebraska to prevent them from selling their items and creating a budget for your self storage unit. Creating this budget for your self storage unit can assist you in giving an outline of what you except to pay and how long you are planning on renting. Many people often forget about renting a storage unit and results in paying a larger number all at once. Here are some tips for setting up you Milt’s Mini Storage budget:

• Understand why you need a self storage unit – Here are some questions that will help you better determine why you are needing a self storage unit.
  • Are you needing temporary or long-term storage? If you are temporarily relocating or needing to store your items long term? If you are planning for temporary storage, you may want to rent a self storage unit only for the duration of the project. For long term storage plan out how long you want to keep a storage unit.
  • Are you downsizing? You may need a larger self storage unit since downsizing means keeping things in a storage unit for a longer period of time.
  • Are you going through a life changing decision? Life can change at any moment and we often want to change. Whether you want to move or going through a significant life event, you will need a storage unit to store you items safely.
• See what you want to store – Here at Milt’s Mini Storage, we offer a variety of different sized units for the variety of items you have. If you know exactly what you want to store this can help determine the right self storage unit and setting your budget.
• Decide the duration you are planning on renting – Leases are month to month here at Milt’s Mini Storage, but to better plan out your budget you will need to determine how long you are planning on renting your self storage unit.

At Milt’s Mini Storage, our self storage units are safe, affordable, and climate-controlled to help maintain the protection of your items. We have a variety of units that will fit your needs and the features you are looking for. All of our storage units are monitored 24/7 by cameras and are located in a gated area with perimeter alarms. Call your local Milt’s Mini Storage® today!