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Convenient Self storage Solutions with Round the Clock Access

Lock N Leave — Tue, 15 May 2012 07:06:52 +0100

There is little more therapeutic than having a large de-cluttering session. How many drawers, cupboards and secret storage areas are ever really looked through or re-organised. Many people have a layer of clutter in their home which has accumulated over time. Having a big sort out and throw out is an ideal way to cut the clutter, however it is not always that easy. Clutter it may be however that does not mean that the items are disposable. This is where Lock N’ Lea...

Moving a Business Forward with Self storage Nuneaton and Area

Lock N Leave — Thu, 10 May 2012 07:42:28 +0100

Business owners have to store an amazing amount of paperwork nowadays and that is on top the trade specific materials they have to find a home for that really shouldn’t be stuffed into filing cabinets, under desks, behind the photocopier and into the already overfull storage cupboard. Lock N’ Leave self storage Warwickshire is based in Nuneaton, helping local business owners cut the clutter with a low weekly payment.

Regardless of the...

Working from Home Requires Secure Storage

Lock N Leave — Tue, 08 May 2012 08:34:22 +0100

In recent times more and more people have opted to work from home in order to be more flexible around their families or to enable themselves to start their own enterprise. Start-up businesses do not have extensive office spaces or hundreds of employee. They tend to have one employee, the business owner and a computer or workspace in the spare bedroom or in the living room. Working from home opens the door to a multitude of opportunities; unfortunately these opportunities come with paperwork, ...

Personal and Business Archiving Needs Met by Lock N’Leave

Lock N Leave — Thu, 03 May 2012 06:31:49 +0100

Properties cost more the bigger they are; this is true of both residential and commercial properties. Few people want to use up part of their property buying budget on storage space. An extra bedroom or larger premises can increase not only the rental or purchase price of a building but also the rates, insurances and utilities paid on it.

Many people are looking for outside help and self storage Winsford can help. Self storage units from just £16.50 a week can b...

Keep Collectables Close with Lock N’Leave Storage

Lock N Leave — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 07:15:00 +0100

Collecting items is a rewarding and enjoyable past time, many collections are a sound investment as we source rare and limited edition products to add to our ever growing hoard. No matter what your collection is though, storage in Winsford is usually a problem and some of us may sacrifice items in a bid to save more space.

Unless we have a spare room we can utilize for our collections many are resigned to the shed or loft, crammed into ...

Encourage Good Luck with Lock N Leave Storage

Lock N Leave — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 08:10:01 +0100

When planning or expecting a baby no matter how logical we are, we like to follow the superstitions “just in case.”

There is absolutely no shame in this as Old Wives Tales have been passed down through generations making us mindful of our actions, and even some of the biggest retailers find ways to incorporate these into their sales patter knowing that it appeals to the customer.

The two most popular superstitions are:

1. When ...

Keep your Car Safe with Lock N’Leave Storage

Lock N Leave — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:32:11 +0100

Due to the tough economic climate many homes are declaring their vehicles off road. The cost of insurance, maintenance, tax and fuel makes this a necessary measure that most families hope to be only temporary.

However new laws stipulate that a vehicle possessing a SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) must be kept away from public view on private property and not outside a house on a street.

This new law ...

Make your Home Toddler Proof with Lock N’Leave Storage

Lock N Leave — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 07:35:24 +0100

Having a new baby is in no doubt a wonderful experience and the preparation is half of the fun, as you adapt your home ready for the new arrival.

For the first six months you can enjoy your bundle of joy in the same surroundings as you have as a childless couple; however when the baby begins to crawl every item of furniture seems to be a hazard.

Days indoors seem to be spent chasing the baby as they crawl from one dangerous object to another, ...

Tidy up the office and enjoy a clear and organised work environment

Lock N Leave — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:41:19 +0100

Any office, regardless of the function of the business or service will have an abundance of paperwork being stored within filing cabinets, on shelves, under desks and piled up beside the photocopier. Legal requirements as well as good practice dictate that certain records and files must be kept for a period of time.

There is no legal requirement however for the paperwork to be stored in the office, cluttering up the area and potentially creating a health and safety ri...

Convenient self storage for those working from home

Lock N Leave — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:47:14 +0100

There are many benefits to working from home. Asides from the fact that you are your own boss, you can decide your own hours and don’t need to commute to and from your place of work.

A major disadvantage is that when you run your enterprise from home is that you are also in the dubious situation of having to provide storage for goods, bulk purchases of packaging, and the last five years’ wort...

Empty the garage at home and enjoy a clutter free life

Lock N Leave — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:10:29 +0100

It would be interesting to know how many people actually use their garages to house their cars in. The majority of homeowners appear to need to use the garage as secondary storage as the house is already packed to capacity with items that just can’t be thrown away.

Imagine how much money could be saved on car insurance if a car could be stored securely in a garage overnight rather than on a road. Insurance companies base your insuranc...

For business or genealogy enthusiasts: Archive your files with Lock N’Leave

Lock N Leave — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:13:47 +0100

The rules surrounding business tax and accounting seem to be constantly under review however one part of owning a business hasn’t changed and doesn’t look likely to; the amount of paperwork that must be kept. Five years of customer records, accounts, invoices, order sheets and more take up a considerable amount of space and are rarely ever needed. The law is however the law and Lock N’Leave self storage Cheshire ar...

Keep Precious Items Close by with Regional Storage

Lock N Leave — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:50:34 +0100

Recent surveys suggest that a staggering majority of homeowners and tenants would like to improve their homes by simply having more storage space. As our families grow we accumulate clutter that we don’t need on a daily basis but find it almost impossible to throw out.

The clutter culminates from memories and gifts that have been given to us over the years, added to this the family paperwork, books and...

Pass Us Your Paper for a Clutter Free Office

Lock N Leave — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:52:51 +0100

All businesses accumulate mountains of paperwork. No matter how paper free we try to be official bodies stipulate that we must hold onto written evidence for at least seven years. Computers are a wonderful tool for keeping records, however despite the majority of businesses using them on a daily basis, as a nation we’re still not 100% comfortable placing all of our important documents in the hands of a hard drive.

No matter what the size of the business, be it a...

Simple Storage for EBay Entrepreneurs!

Lock N Leave — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:45:04 +0100

EBay is a fantastic way to make money, from the comfort of your own home you can buy and sell any product making a pretty profit.

Many people use EBay to sell unwanted gifts or furniture; however a craze is sweeping across the nation making entrepreneurs mountains of money as they search for a bargain to sell online.

Whether you sell furniture, catalogue returns or your own crafts, storage can be a problem. As you sit at the desk uploading the...

Storage for students

Lock N Leave — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:46:23 +0100

Not only will Christmas be with us, but it is also time for students to return to the luxury of home – and very welcome they are too.

It’s a fact that the cost of a university education is increasing; from fees to rent, textbooks to transport, it’s a tough time for students and their parents.

There are plenty of great Universities and Further Education colleges in Warwickshire and Birmingham, so there is a large student population looking to save costs wh...

It’s a self storage craze!

Lock N Leave — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:42:57 +0100

Recent media reports only confirm what anyone looking for storage in Warwickshire already knows – the demand for self storage is growing and there are no signs are a slow down, despite the economic climate.

Indeed the downturn in the economy may be fuelling the demand for self storage. People hold on to items rather than folk out to replace them, even if they don’t use the items on a daily basis. Additionally, holding on to much cherished possessions can provide a bit of a ...

All I want for Christmas… Is more space

Lock N Leave — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 09:01:14 +0100

Christmas is a great family time but also often a very stressful one, and lack of space is often one of the causes of this stress. It’s easy to see why lack of space becomes a problem at this time:

there are often guests staying;
the house is packed full of presents, food, drink, trees etc;
in addition, the kids are enjoying a long break by messing up the house; and
there is often a never ending procession of family and friends popping in so it’s important to keep eve...

Happy Self Storage Christmas

Lock N Leave — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:57:10 +0100

Now that Christmas is fast approaching, it’s great to know that storage in Warwickshire can help local businesses maximise their festive sales.

Here’s how:

1. Take advantage of bulk discounts

The more you buy the cheaper it gets but storage can be an issue: either you don’t have enough space or it’s not cost effective to rent extra. Using storage units in Warwickshire solves this problem. They are available for short-term periods so yo...

Why Self Storage means Business

Lock N Leave — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 10:45:50 +0100

It’s a difficult time for local businesses with lower demand, higher material costs and increased transport and energy costs. Maximising opportunities is essential for entrepreneurs, and self storage in Birmingham and Warwickshire can help local businesses gain a competitive advantage.

Here are just some ways:

MINIMISE STORAGE COSTS

Long term rental of warehousing and lock-ups only makes sense if they are used to their maximum capacity but that is rarely the cas...