A quick thank you from a happy Pouch Self Storage Customer

There are times when it gets so busy that tenants are trying to get the carts as soon as they come in. Even if they need the cart later they always get this ahead of time so they don’t have to wait until other tenants are done using it.  So this is what one of our tenants would do.  She would come here early and place the cart next to her car as if she’s loading some stuff.  But look at what she’s loading.  This is it. So we would politely explain to her and to other tenants as well to be considerate and use the carts as needed.

Document shredding can serve a multitude of purposes. From protecting your security to safely disposing of your family’s or business’s confidential documents, paper shredding can be an important and useful tool. Shredding important documents not only eliminates unnecessary clutter, but it also helps to protect your personal information and that of your business or organization. Still not convinced? Here are just a few of the many benefits of document shredding.

Protect Your Personal Identity

• Identity theft is becoming an all too common occurrence in the United States. Often, identify theft occurs when a victim’s trash is combed through for pieces of personal identification. Protect your family by arranging for regular on-site shredding of important documents including bank statements, credit card statements, credit card offers, obsolete tax records, and medical or legal information. As a general rule of thumb, you should be shredding all documents that contain a signature, account number, or social security number.

Destroy Obsolete Records

• While receipts, bank statements, tax information, and other important documents should be maintained for some time, at some point you will be ready to dispose of outdated records. However, you’ll want to eliminate clutter while still maintaining your personal security. Obsolete paperwork can be destroyed safely and efficiently with an on-site shredding solution.

Fulfill Business Requirements

• If you run an organization that handles or disposes of documents containing the confidential information of clients or consumers, you are legally required by the Federal Trade Commission to discard documents containing personal information on a routine basis. By utilizing a shredding service, you can help to avoid the legal liabilities associated with failing to dispose of the appropriate documents.

If you are in need of on-site shredding, call Pouch Shelf Storage at (888) 258-9626. In addition to personal and business storage solutions , we also offer record management and document shredding services for individuals and businesses throughout Orange County. Contact us today to learn more about our services.

At Tustin self storage we had a customer who’s mom just  passed away last week they need to get her belongings out of the home she was in We were not only able to help her with the unit  and a truck move for  her all in the same day they were all so happy with all we did  they did say with all that has happened in the last few day this was the easiest thing.  So as we say at Tustin Self Storage its safer in a pouch and we can do it all for you.

Pasadena staff along with  corporate staff donated over 60 Easter Baskets to the Salvation Army and the Union Station Family Shelter to needy children.

Any homeowner or business owner should consider renting a storage unit when space becomes scarce. Whether you need to store excess paperwork, household items, or an overstock of merchandise, POUCH Self Storage can provide practical solutions for everyone. Follow these links for more information:

• Visit ApartmentTherapy.com for a  list of tips for using storage units .

• 123Movers.com offers  self-storage tips  that will help you get the most out of your self-storage unit.

• CDS Moving Equipment sells a variety of  heavy-duty furniture covers , or you can purchase standard furniture covers from POUCH Self Storage (link to our retail page on our website), that are perfect for your next move.

• Check out this article from the  Washington Post  on  what to look for in a storage facility .

• Organization is key before, during, and after the moving process. OrganizedHome.com has a list of tips that can help you  stay organized at all times .

For more information on  self-storage solutions in Orange County  remove “In Orange County”, call Pouch Self Storage at (888) 258-9626.

When moving day finally rolls around, many people get caught up in the excitement and forget to prepare for the movers. Whether you are moving your belongings into a new house or into a POUCH Self-Storage facility, you should have certain items on hand to make the move as painless as possible. Read on for three moving day essentials :

Furniture Covers

• As hard as you and your movers try to take care of your items, accidents are not entirely avoidable. If you can, buy quilted covers with heavy padding. These furniture covers protect your items from damage caused by, falling objects, dust, or any other causes of damage.

Extra Boxes and Tape

• Even if everything is already packed, you’ll still want to have extra boxes on hand. If a box rips or is too heavy for you to pick up, you can simply put the contents into another box. You can pick up extra boxes at any POUCH Self-Storage facility. You may want to pick up a variety of box sizes, and couple extra rolls of tape!

Ropes

• You may want to purchase extra ropes to secure your items during transport. If your rope snaps or is too short, you can quickly replace it. You can purchase different types of rope from any POUCH Self Storage location (link).

Since 1979, the Specialists at Pouch Self Storage have been providing the residents of Orange County, Pasadena, Rancho Cucamonga, and Long Beach with effective and secure storage options . We back our service 100%, and provide you with a free move with our famous “MOVE YOU FREE” LINKprogram. Call us at (888) 258-9626 to learn more about how we can help make your move “as easy as it Should be”.

One of our tenants came in to unload her stuff.   We noticed that she would hold the door of her truck with one hand and use the other hand to pull her things out.  This was quite struggle for her.  After seeing her do this twice, one of us went out and asked her why is she doing this?  She said that while loading her stuff the door broke and she plans to get this fixed after she unloaded her stuff.  So we loaned her our ladder. She was very thankful that we’re observant and always ready to help and made unloading for her as easy as it should be!

Storage units are a great way to free up space in your home or office, and allows you to set aside items used every once in a while. However, efficiency and safety are crucial when storing your belongings. You can follow these two strategies to ensure that your stored items will be secure and easy-to-find in the future:

Pack with Caution

• Styrofoam dish spacers, found at any POUCH Self Storage facility, are excellent to use when storing fragile items, but you can also use alternating layers of print paper and bubble wrap also located at any POUCH Self Storage facility. For an extra layer of protection, try placing small items in a desk or dresser drawer rather than a cardboard box. You can also fill the rest of the drawer space with clothes, hats, or even shoes.

Label Everything

• Clearly mark or label every box placed in storage, and consider arranging them in an easy-to-remember layout, such as expensive items in the corners, delicate items on top, and items you intend to access often in front. Consider making a list of where everything is and leave it in the storage unit for easy access. 

At POUCH Self Storage, the safety and security of your stored items are very important to us. That’s why we protect every storage units with an individual alarm, and offer other moving services (add storing “Moving and Storage Services“.  Making it as Easy as it Should Be” to help you safely transport and store your items. Visit our website or call (888) 258-9626 for more details.

It’s 6:55 p.m. on a Friday night & Tulsi is rushing to close up by 7:00 p.m. – A neighbor (& past customer) comes in and says “Oh please, I need propane & I need it now!”  “No problem” says Tulsi – we all know what a bummer it is when you run out of propane half way thru your B-B-Q.

Last night another neighbor came in about 5:50 with the same emergency, and he had 2 tanks to fill. “No problem”, said Tulsi – looks like B-B-Q weather is finally here.  Hooray!