Category Archives: Moving

Calculating storage unit size based on truck load

So, you have your moving truck packed and your headed to your local storage facility to unload it into your brand new storage unit. You have a couple of key pieces of information, but you still can’t figure out what size storage unit you need. Let us help you! Continue reading

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Seven Things You Should Consider Before Putting Your Belongings into Storage!

1. Consider the Cost of Moving: If you are moving, it is important to consider your moving costs as part of your total expense, in addition to putting some of your belongings into storage. Some storage facilities offer discounts on rental trucks … Continue reading

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13 Packing Tips!

TIP #1 Make packing easier by planning ahead! Gather up plenty of sturdy cartons or boxes along with packing paper, bubble wrap, sealing tape and markers, along with plenty of furniture covers. (Keep in mind; we sell a full range … Continue reading

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Best Storage Facility Managers in Pittsburgh

At STORExpress Self Storage we strive to provide the best customer service there is. We would like you to meet our Site Managers who help to achieve this goal. With six storage facilities in Pittsburgh, PA we get to spread … Continue reading

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Be Prepared for your Move!

Did you know that moving is one of the top 3 most stressful events in a person’s life? If you or someone you know is moving be sure to follow these steps to make the move stress and hassle free! … Continue reading

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Inexpensive Ways to Stage and Design

1. Paint Walls Paint your walls a neutral color.  Stick with warm light browns and off-whites.  Try not to paint every room in the house the same color…mix it up a little! 2. Clean or Replace Floors If you have … Continue reading

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Five Essential Packing Materials for Your Pittsburgh, PA Move!

BOXES. You will need a large number of boxes for your move. Boxes should be in good condition and come in an assortment of sizes and shapes.  Be sure that your boxes have covers that can be sealed in order to protect your belongings. … Continue reading

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Staging Your Home to SELL!

Staging your home is an effective way to sell it much faster. When you stage your home, you are dressing it up to sell. You need to adopt the ability to look at your home objectively and create a mood that will entice potential buyers to make a quick offer.

Many people hire professional stagers, but if you follow these simple rules, we are confident that you can achieve this important task all by yourself!

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Moving? Seven Key Packing Tips!

Hello Pittsburgh and extended web family! We at STORExpress are so excited to share some great information with you on storing, moving, packing, staging your home to sell and everything in between. For our first blog, we want to share … Continue reading

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