The holidays are a special time to relax and enjoy the company of family and friends. For those of us hosting parties or simply looking for a bit of Christmas, Kwanzaa, or Hanukah cheer, decorations can be a big part of the holiday season. However, we also dread when we have to put our items […]
Most bike owners know that storing a bike can be a hassle. During the offseason or maybe due to an injury, or you just don’t want to ride, whatever the reason, storing a bike at home can take up valuable space. Storing a bike in a storage unit or shed will keep it safe, free […]
No doubt that there are many benefits to playing a musical instrument. However, there may be a time when you need to put the instruments away. Maybe you can no longer keep that acoustic guitar collection in the living room. Perhaps the space for your marimba needs to make way for a dresser. Or, heaven […]
If your linen closet can’t possibly accommodate another thick comforter or chunky blanket, if you’re downsizing or going into a decluttering frenzy, a storage unit can be the ideal solution. It’s not enough to find a new home for your excess items; you also need to learn how to store bedding to ensure your blankets, […]
To keep your patio furniture looking as good as new, you should consider storing it during the off-season. If you’re a Fairfax City resident preparing for the falling temperatures, snow, and ice, you’ll find helpful tips on how to store patio furniture for winter or any time of the year. Some might ask, why store […]
Cutting the grass is a common task we all take on during the spring, summer, and fall. But by the time winter rolls around, we often need to make way for snowblowers, shovels, and other equipment needed to clear snow. The professional storage team at Fairfax City Self Storage is often asked how to store […]
You tend to accumulate plenty of possessions, no matter what life throws at you, be it a move across the country, divorce, retirement, or opening a new business. Renting a storage unit for a month or longer can help to make life’s challenges easier. Before you start packing (or unpacking) there’s a lot to consider […]
You’ve put away all the wedding shower gifts and cleaned up the last bit of beach sand from your suitcase, now it’s time to think about storing your wedding dress, as well as other wedding garments. Storing your wedding gown in a storage unit is an ideal place to house your treasured items. People store […]
Most people underestimate the number of shoes they or their family members own. Whether you’re a “shoe-aholic” with an impressive collection but limited closet space or someone transitioning into a smaller home, storage units are a great option to safely deposit these items for the short or long term. Shoes are typically high-priced accessories that […]
The impromptu family party that everyone speaks about even a decade later. Building sandcastles with childhood friends. Grandma and grandpa on their wedding day. All of these moments are captured through cherished photographs you’ve accumulated through the years and you’ll want to make sure they receive a safe home. Perhaps you’re moving to a place […]