Your moving goals likely consist of reserving a storage unit, scheduling a moving truck, and finding packing supplies. Your goals should also include taking care of your pets in the days leading up to and after a big move. Continue reading to learn the right way to move with your pets.

As you can see in the video, moving is very stressful for pets. Keep them as secure and quiet as possible during the packing and moving processes. Stick to their daily schedule as much as you can to minimize their stress. Once the move is over, give your pets extra attention while they acclimate to their new surroundings.

You can take care of your pets, and POUCH Self Storage can take care of your self-storage in Lake Forest, Tustin, and San Juan. Please call us at (800) 378-4598 to learn more about our available storage units.

Whether you’re heading to college, relocating for a new job, or transitioning your family into your first home, moving can be an exciting event. However, the relocation process can be stressful and hectic if you don’t take the right steps to prepare. For example, everything from finding a moving truck, reducing your belongings, packing smart, and readying your new home can make this transition simpler. If you’re preparing for a move and want to streamline the process, take a look at this infographic from POUCH Self Storage in Lake Forest, CA . Please feel free to share this information with any family and friends who may also be relocating in the near future.

When you are preparing to move your household items into storage units, you will want to make sure you pack your TV carefully. In this video, you will learn some essential tips for packing and storing TV sets. To prevent damage to your TV screen, it is important to protect the screen with a thick layer of bubble wrap and cardboard.

To learn more tips on how to pack your belongings for a move into personal storage , contact POUCH Self Storage. Our company offers storage units near you, and we can also provide you with top of the line packing supplies. If you would like to reserve one of our spacious and secure storage units, call us at (800) 378-4598.

At POUCH Self Storage, we are pleased to provide our clients with convenient, on-site document shredding services. If you have never scheduled document shredding before, you may have questions about what types of documents are eligible for this type of procedure. Typically, our clients choose to shred any documents that contain personal information, such as Social Security numbers, bank account numbers, or home addresses. You may also choose to shred other items that may contain sensitive information, such as old tax records or insurance documents. Check with your accountant for advice on determining which documents you should shred, and which should be retained.

At POUCH Self Storage, we proudly offer document shredding and self storage Orange County, Los Angeles County, and San Bernardino County. When you rent one of our self storage units, we will make sure that your documents and items are completely secure.

The spring season is here at last, and you may want to set aside some time in the coming months to clear out and clean up your home. Once you have organized your belongings, you may find you have an abundance of extra items on your property. Storage units offer the perfect space for hanging onto extra belongings until it can be used again. Let’s take a look at a step-by-step guide to eliminating household clutter.

Step 1: Clear Out Drawers and Closets
Over the months and years, your household storage areas can get filled with extra items. Rather than letting your drawers, shelves, and closets get overloaded with clutter, you should take the time to completely clear them out. Once you have removed items from your household storage spaces, you will be ready to take inventory and truly begin the decluttering process.

Step 2: Organize All of Your Items
In order to achieve the best results from your decluttering process, it is important to take the time to completely organize all of your items. You can create piles for items you will keep, items you will toss or donate, and items that will be placed into storage. Making these piles will force you to carefully assess the usefulness of each one of your items.

Step 3: Rent a Storage Unit
Whether you have seasonal items you only use a few times a year, or you have decided you want to hang on to, but not use like certain furniture items, you might want to rent a storage unit to house your extra items. A storage unit facility will offer a range of storage sizes, so you can find a solution that meets your needs.

At POUCH Self Storage, we are happy to provide storage units in Orange, Los Angeles, and San Bernardino counties. Whether you are in need of business storage or personal storage for your house, you can rely on us to provide you with secure storage and affordable packing supplies. Please visit our website at pouchselfstorage.com for a location nearest you.

While certain household items can be used around the year, others may only prove to be useful during certain months or seasons. If you have noticed your closets are crammed with seasonal items, it may be time to consider renting space at a facility that offers storage units. A storage unit facility will provide you with convenient access to your seasonal items throughout the year. Let’s take a look at some seasonal items that may be crowding your home.

Holiday Decorations
The holiday season is a magical time for any household. Once the holidays are over, however, you may find that you have a surplus of decorations and ornaments that take up a significant amount of space in your household storage area. Since you typically only take out your holiday decorations once a year, you will be able to easily place these items and storage and take them out when they are needed.

Winter Clothing
If you and your spouse are having trouble sharing closet space, you may want to consider placing some of your winter clothing into storage. In Southern California, we are lucky to have fairly temperate weather throughout the year. When your ski clothes and winter clothing are placed into storage, they will remain in pristine condition until your next trip to the mountains.

Camping Gear
Camping is a fun recreational activity for many families. If you are like most households, however, you will typically go camping during the summer and early fall. Once you grow tired of tripping over tent poles in your garage, it might be time to consider renting a storage unit to house your outdoor gear.

From vehicle storage to moving trucks and more, POUCH Self Storage offers storage solutions for all of your needs. When you are seeking storage units at a top rated facility that provides self storage in Orange County , Los Angeles County, or San Bernardino County, look no further than our facility. For more information about our current rates and specials, give us a call at (800) 378-4598.

POUCH Self Storage has long been known for providing secure, clean, and accessible storage units, but we offer so much more than just storage. With locations throughout Southern California and New Jersey, POUCH Self Storage offers comprehensive solutions for business owners and executives.

Storage Solutions
At POUCH Self Storage, you’ll find every storage unit option available. We offer units of all sizes-from modest to jumbo storage units. Our jumbo units are about the size of a two-car garage and are 12 feet tall with 10X10 doors. Depending on your location, you could even rent a storage unit that has power.

Work Spaces
We understand business owners and executives often work away from the office. At POUCH Self Storage, we offer small business offices at our Santa Ana location to support your productivity. Our Santa Ana location even offers thoughtfully designed spaces that may be used as small workshops–perfect for business owners without a brick-and-mortar location.

Shipping Services
The business solutions at POUCH Self-Storage include delivery and package acceptance. If need be, you can arrange for the delivery of items to your storage unit via FedEx, UPS, or another licensed carrier. There is no need for you to be present during the delivery. Ask one of our friendly Self Storage Specialists about this service and any restrictions that apply.

Records Management
Records management is often an area of frustration for business owners. Paperwork can quickly spiral out of control, leaving your office a cluttered mess. When you need secure records management services, you can turn to POUCH Records Management . Our comprehensive suite of services includes daily pick-up and delivery, daily automated back-ups, online access via your security code, customized reporting, and bar-coded box and file management. We even provide our records management customers with a records retention schedule. Based on criteria you define, you’ll automatically be notified when records become eligible for shredding.

These are just a few of the premier services you’ll find at POUCH Records Management . We are located in Fullerton and can be reached at (800) 400-3453 for a formal proposal and additional information. Let our knowledgeable representative recommend the right solutions for your business needs.

Your RV is a significant investment in your lifestyle. Keep it safe during the off-season with professional RV storage. Before bringing it to the RV storage lot, you’ll need to mouse-proof it. Watch this video from an experienced RV owner to learn how to keep rodents at bay.

He explains that he’s never had a problem with mice since he began using a botanical blend of concentrated peppermint and spearmint oil. Add a generous helping of this blend to several glass cups and place a cotton ball in each. Place a glass in the front, rear, kitchen, and bathroom of your RV. This RV owner also explains how he mouse-proofs the power outlet compartment using nothing more than a funnel and some electrical tape.

If you’re looking for safe RV storage in Orange County, look no further than POUCH Self Storage for outdoor and covered storage options . Give us a call today at (800) 378-4598 to inquire about our vehicle storage options.

Identity theft is a quickly growing crime that can affect anyone. Not all identity thieves operate remotely; it’s easier than you might think for criminals to gain access to confidential documents that contain sensitive information. If you live in New Jersey or Southern California, choose POUCH Self Storage for easy and safe on-site document shredding.

Our secure shred system can handle reams upon reams of documents—50 pounds in less than one minute, in fact. There’s no longer a need to tediously feed two or three pages at a time into your own shredder. Simply place all of your obsolete documents in the locked Pouch Shred Bin. It’s stored in a locked storage unit on-site and then rapidly shredded in a Mobile Shred Truck by your NAID certified shred vendor. A monitor allows personnel to observe the shredding process to ensure the complete security of your sensitive information.

Secure on-site document shredding is only part of what we do here at POUCH Self Storage. Visit us at pouchselfstorage.com to find a location nearest you.

While many industries have quickly embraced the idea of a paperless office, the legal field has yet to catch up. Some law firms are indeed switching to electronic records for certain types of documents, but there are inherent cybersecurity concerns. And at times there is uncertainty about about how long clients’ files must be maintained, they often end up with a veritable mountain of paper. If you’re facing a record management crisis, there are a few things you need to know about on-site document shredding services.

Which Documents to Save
Unfortunately, figuring out which documents you must retain is made far more complicated by the lack of uniformity among state requirements. Even within state guidelines, document shredding rules can differ among different practice areas. In California, for example, criminal files must be retained until the client dies, whereas documents pertaining to entrusted client funds and property must be preserved for five years after the date that the funds or property were disbursed to the client. Some documents, including those with pecuniary value, must be saved indefinitely unless you obtain the permission of the client to shred them.

Which Documents to Shred
As space becomes cramped, deciding which documents to shred becomes increasingly important. Diligent lawyers can contact the state bar association for detailed guidelines. In general, it is presumed safe to shred documents that pertain to civil cases and do not carry intrinsic value if five years have passed from the date that the file was closed. To shred a document sooner than this, it’s wise to obtain written permission from the client. Of course, exceptions do exist. If you’re unsure about a specific document, you can always connect with the state bar ethics hotline.

POUCH Self Storage offers convenient and secure on-site document shredding for your peace of mind. For those files that you cannot yet shred, we also provide secure self-storage units in Orange, Los Angeles, and San Bernardino Counties. Look up a location nearest you at pouchselfstorage.com , give us a call if you have any questions and be sure to check out our professional packing supplies.