Moving out of your old place—whether it’s an apartment, your parents’ house, a condo, or an old home—can be fun and exciting, but it can also be stressful and intimidating. Fortunately, while packing and moving can be extremely difficult, there are a lot of ways to make moving easy, no matter what size or type of home you’re moving from or to!
No matter where you’re moving from—or to—moving is a big job, but with a little help from your friendly neighborhood Oklahoma self-storage provider, you can make moving quicker, easier, more inexpensive, and maybe even a little more fun.
While there may be historical evidence to suggest publicly available storage as far back as ancient China, the modern self-storage facility has a much more recent history. The nearest historical precedents to the modern, economical self-storage facilities that we see today are believed to have begun in England in the 1800s. Individuals who were embarking on long ocean voyages would often ask banking institutions to safeguard their valuables for them while they were away. As this practice caught on, banks found themselves faced with overcrowded vaults, and were forced to rent loft space from drayage (or moving) companies to make room.
The first warehouse constructed specifically for the storage of personal items is believed to have been built around the 1850s, and from there the storage industry remained largely unchanged for almost 100 years. The birth of the modern storage facility came in the 1950s, though even these were small “mom and pop” operations in comparison with the sturdy and streamlined self-storage facilities that we know today. Because the concept of modern self-storage was still fairly new, owners had to rely on their own intuition and business sense to get by, as an industry was built.
Today, self-storage is primarily an American venture, with 46,000 of the 58,000 storage facilities worldwide located right here in the U.S. Where exactly the industry kicked off is up for some debate, but today you can find self-storage facilities in every state, and just about every city. Self-storage has been a part of the Oklahoma landscape for decades, and Storage ‘R’ Us has been your source for Oklahoma self-storage for more than 40 years.
Oklahoma self-storage provides storage solutions for people of all walks of life, and fills all kinds of needs. Whether it’s families storing holiday decorations or winter clothes during the off-season, college kids storing whatever won’t fit into their dorm rooms, small businesses storing excess equipment and supplies, or the many military service personnel who are stationed at the bases around Oklahoma using storage to keep their belongings safe while they safeguard our country.
No matter what your storage needs, Storage ‘R’ Us has got you covered with our locations in Moore, Duncan, Chickasha, and Lawton. All of our locations offer a range of amenities, including climate-controlled storage in a variety of unit sizes. Our 24-hour digital video surveillance, electronic gate access, and fenced/walled perimeters all ensure the safety of your belongings, and we’re also Oklahoma’s largest PENSKE truck rental representative.
Self-storage has changed a lot in the almost two centuries since that first warehouse opened up in England, but one thing remains the same: When you entrust your belongings to an Oklahoma self-storage facility, you want to be sure that they’ll be safe, sound, and easy to reach. At Storage ‘R’ Us, we can give you all that, and more!
Raise your hand if you’re a teacher—or if you know someone who is. In either case, chances are you’re aware of how much time and money teachers put into their jobs. Not just the long evenings spent at the dinner table grading tests or making lesson plans, but also picking up much-needed supplies for the classroom. Schools provide some things, but a lot of other stuff is left up to the students or the teacher, and the most dedicated teachers often spend many hours and untold dollars of their own time and money providing the supplies that our kids need to get the most out of school.
At Storage ‘R’ Us, we know how hard teachers work, and how important the work that they do is, and that’s why we’re hosting a school supply drive for public schools in Lawton, Chickasha, Duncan, and Moore. We’re participating in Stuff the Bus, and the idea is to fill a cardboard school bus—not quite as big as a real bus, but we’d love to fill one of those too, if we get enough donations—with as many school supplies as we can get. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated, but if you’re not sure what to bring, here are the top 10 most needed school supplies:
As a dedicated Oklahoma self-storage facility, we understand the importance of stuff, and we know how much of a difference having the right stuff can make. If you were one of the people who raised your hand back at the first paragraph, then you probably have at least some idea of how hard it is to teach without the proper supplies. And we’ve all been to school, so we all know how hard it can be to learn without them. These kinds of simple school supplies don’t cost much, but they can make a big difference to the lives of students and teachers in our communities.
School supplies mean more than just paper and pencils; they mean a better education and a better future for all of our kids, and that means a better future for all of us. We’re a locally-owned business, and we know that we’re nothing without our customers and our community. Stuffing the Bus is just one of the many ways that we here at Storage ‘R’ Us try to give back.
So come on down to any of our Oklahoma self-storage locations in Lawton, Chickasha, Duncan, and Moore, and help us Stuff the Bus with much-needed school supplies for local public schools. Again, any and all donations will be greatly appreciated, so bring whatever you can!
[Pictured: Jodie and Brie with Storage ‘R’ Us customer Mark at Rogers Lane location donating supplies.]
Anybody who’s ever been in the military—or been in the immediate family of someone who has—knows that frequent moves are just a part of the job. Sometimes it’s for a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) and sometimes the arrangement is a little more temporary. Either way, military personnel don’t always get the luxury of staying in one place for very long.
What’s more, moves in the military don’t always happen with a lot of notice, and if you’re called up for duty, you may have to deploy without a lot of lead time. All of which means that military personnel often have a special need for reliable solutions to help keep all their belongings safe, sound, and easy to reach, wherever they are. If you’re stationed at one of the many bases in Oklahoma, military self-storage from an Oklahoma self-storage provider like Storage ‘R’ Us is a great solution!
Military personnel learn pretty quick to make do with what they have, and to be ready to travel light. There may not be room for everything that you need wherever you’re stationed, and you may not know for sure just how long you’re going to be there. And of course, if you’re being deployed overseas, it could be a while before you get back. In any event, you need a way to keep your belongings close to hand, without having them constantly under foot. Military self-storage lets you keep the things you need somewhere safe and out of the way, but where you can get to them easily when you need them, and they can provide long-term storage solutions for military personnel who are headed abroad.
Military self-storage in Oklahoma has been a solution for area military personnel for as long as self-storage in Oklahoma has been around, and with so many bases in and around our area, Storage ‘R’ Us feels that it’s our duty to help make sure that the brave men and women who protect and serve our country can feel secure that their belongings are kept someplace safe and reliable. We’re proud supporters of the U.S. Military, and we’ve even been honored by the Office of the Secretary of Defense as a Patriotic Employer for our efforts to keep the jobs of service member-employees open when they’re stationed away from home.
As part of our dedication to the security of our customers’ belongings, we offer 24-hour digitally recorded video surveillance, computer controlled property access, and security lighting for our gated, fenced, and walled self-storage locations in Moore, Duncan, Chickasha, and Lawton. We know that while you’re working to defend our country—whether it’s at one of our Oklahoma military bases or abroad—you want to know that the things you’ve left behind are safe and sound. So don’t worry, we’ll take care of them for you.
Summer is the best time of year for anyone who loves to entertain outdoors. Spring has its fleeting pleasures, like blossoming orchards and the cool temperatures, and autumn is great for Sunday tailgating and old-fashioned harvest festivals where you can bob for apples and enjoy the fruits of various harvests. But for people who love to be outside all day and then on into the evening, summer is king. Barbecues, picnics, weddings, parties after local sporting events, family gatherings, a fun treat for your employees… the list is endless if you prefer to celebrate in the warm sunshine or out under the glorious Oklahoma evening skies.
Of course, the big question for those with big social circles and even bigger amounts of outdoor furniture and equipment is… what on earth are you going to do with all that stuff once the guests have gone home? And once the season is over, and the snows drive us indoors to sit sipping apple cider by the fireplace, what’s to be done with tables, chairs, grills, canopies… it can be a serious problem for outdoor enthusiasts!
If you’re finding that the size of your guest list is exceeding the size of your storage space, it may be time to consider self-storage in Oklahoma.
Here’s the thing—if you really love to host parties with your friends and family in “the great outdoors,” why compromise on the size and scope of your outdoor furniture and equipment? You know that large canopy or tent you’ve been eyeing will keep your guests cool in the shade. Having plenty of nice chairs will keep your friends comfortable and lounging instead of standing around awkwardly. Large outdoor tables will hold an impressive potluck spread, and that big gas grill you want will be just perfect for feeding everyone you know. But if you’re worried about where you’re going to keep everything, you may end up having to compromise… and that means your guests might not be as comfortable as you’d like.
And even if you can temporarily store all that’s necessary for perfect outdoor summer and early autumn gatherings, there is of course the question of what you’re going to do with everything once the outdoor entertaining season ends. If you need to put your car in your garage come wintertime, or if your attic is too small or too inconvenient for your outdoor gear, self-storage is the answer. Don’t worry—it wasn’t a bad idea when you bought that bouncy house, croquet set, inflatable paintball gear, or obstacle course that all the kids loved so much. You can store it all in one of the wide range of units available for self-storage in Oklahoma at Storage ‘R’ Us.
As Emily Dickenson once said, “The last of summer is delight.” Don’t let worry over what you’re going to do with your outdoor equipment ruin those final, wonderful warm long days of summer. Storage ‘R’ Us will house everything safely until next year’s first barbecue. Contact us today!
If you’re looking for a long-term or short-term self-storage facility in Moore, Oklahoma, feel free to stop by any of our Storage ‘R’ Us locations and see what our self-storage solutions can do for you! One of our self-storage experts will be happy to recommend a self-storage unit that affords you the kind of storage you require.
Self-storage facilities are increasingly popular these days. Almost everywhere you go, you see them! All sorts of people find themselves turning to self-storage in Oklahoma, and for all sorts of reasons. If you’ve never considered self-storage, you may be missing out. Self-storage can be of use to practically everyone, and if you don’t believe us, read the following list and see if you see yourself among any of the following…
Home-Owners: Home-owners frequently find use for Oklahoma self-storage facilities like Storage ‘R’ Us. Whether you’re looking to permanently de-clutter, or if you’re looking to store things like camping gear that you only use a few times a year, or a crib or a toddler’s bed in case you need it again in the future, self-storage in Oklahoma is right for home-owners. It’s also a fantastic idea for any home-owner seeking to sell their home. Real estate agents often ask those who are putting their house on the market to pare down their belongings so as to let potential buyers see the shape of the space they’re considering. Whether you need temporary self-storage or a long-term storage solution, self-storage is great for any home owner.
Business-Owners: Not every business has gone (or wants to go) fully electronic, even in this, the “digital age,” and that means you may have boxes of files that need to be stored. No one wants to keep their place of business full of boxes and files that you only need to look at every once in a while. But even if you have gone digital, you may have other assets you don’t wish to keep on-premises. Older computers you may wish to sell, a desk you bought at auction in case you ever need to hire another employee… the list is endless when it comes to things business-owners may wish to store. Self-storage is an excellent solution for business-owners wishing to store things of all sorts.
Students and Former Students: Whether you’re heading off to college and want to store your childhood bed, desk, bookshelves, and toys for the next four years, or if you’ve just graduated and need a place to put those things you acquired while you come to live at home before your first job begins, self-storage can be a real boon for students.
Collectors: Collecting is an entertaining hobby, but not without its challenges. Beyond the basics of finding the perfect beanie baby, teacup, Transformer, or whatever it is you collect, there’s also the issue of where to store your collection. Self-storage in Oklahoma is a wonderful way for collectors to manage their collections. And if you collect with the idea of selling your finds on eBay or Etsy, self-storage enables you to make your home a showcase for your most precious items while housing those you’re looking to liquidate off-premises.
Members of the Military: New recruits and career servicemen alike can use self-storage to their advantage. Are you looking for military self-storage in Oklahoma? Service members stationed at Altus AFB, Vance AFB, Fort Sill, Tinker AFB, or McAlester Army Ammunition Plant are very welcome at Storage ‘R’ Us. And if you’ve been deployed and want to house your belongings in a safe, affordable, secure facility, or if you’ve just joined the service and know your parents wish to make your room into a guest room or craft room, Storage ‘R’ Us respectfully hopes that members of the United States Armed Services will use our facility for their military self-storage needs.
If you’re looking for military self-storage in Lawton, Chickasha, Moore, or Duncan, Oklahoma, feel free to stop by any of our Storage ‘R’ Us locations and see what our self-storage solutions can do for you! One of our self-storage experts will be happy to recommend a self-storage unit that affords you the kind of storage you require.
It’s true that people always speak of “June weddings,” but October is known to be one of the most popular seasons for weddings. The air is crisp, the leaves have turned their glorious shades of red and gold, and every savvy bride is imagining a ceremony where guests sip steaming cups of spiced cider by crackling fires, toasting the happy couple.
The big question is… once the newlyweds return to their new home, what are they going do with all of their stuff? Everyone who has gotten married agrees: deciding how to manage a shared household can end the “honeymoon” quicker than anything else. It’s easy to decide which of the two toasters, two George Foreman grills, two sets of silverware should be kept, and which should be donated to charity, but that doesn’t mean everything two people have acquired over their entire lives will fit in one apartment or house.
She has her snow skis, stuffed animal collection, scrapbooking supplies, tennis rackets, camping gear, and family heirlooms. He has his weights and weight rack, pool table, DVD collection, jet skis, and beer brewing equipment. They both have everything they received for the wedding, like the crème brûlée-making kit neither remembers putting on the registry, the set of china they seem to have inherited from some well-meaning aunt, a new food processor, extra sheets and towels… there aren’t enough closets in any home to keep all the things two people bring to a marriage.
What’s the solution? No couple wants to quarrel over whose stuff is more important, or where it should all go. Storage ‘R’ Us is the self-storage in Oklahoma you need to for all the clutter you don’t want in your new home.
Gentleman—don’t antagonize your new bride by fretting over where on earth you’re going to stash her enormous antique dollhouse. Ladies—your husband doesn’t want to fight over whether you should get rid of that bass guitar from his college band (even if we both know he never plays it any more). Instead, come to Storage ‘R’ Us and check out our various self-storage features in Oklahoma. We have several facilities and many different unit sizes. You can access your stuff seven days a week, and rest assured, it’s being watched 24 hours a day. We have heated and cooled units available, free use of on-site moving equipment, and accept all major credit cards. If your new spouse brings an RV, hot rod, or boat to your new marriage, we can store that, too.
That first fight after you get married is inevitable… but don’t make it about where to put all your things. Just get yourself set up with self-storage in Oklahoma. With Storage ‘R’ Us, it’s easy to store what you don’t need on a daily basis, so you can enjoy your shared, clutter-free home the moment you get back from your honeymoon.
If you’re looking for self-storage in Lawton, Chickasha, Moore, or Duncan, Oklahoma, feel free to stop by any of our Storage ‘R’ Us locations and see what our self-storage solutions can do for you! One of our self-storage experts will be happy to recommend a self-storage unit that affords you the kind of storage you require.
Hunting season starts in October with archery of all types, and the pre-season sales have already begun, so hunters all over Oklahoma are probably already stocking up for this year’s season. From bows to blinds, tree stands, deer feeders, optics, decoys, packs and clothing of all kinds, hunters tend to acquire a lot of stuff over the years. And for most of the year, it just takes up space in your garage, basement, shed, or attic. But when hunting season rolls around, you don’t want it to be buried somewhere under the Christmas decorations and the extra plates. You want it easily accessible, in good shape, and ready to go, so that you can get out there on the first day of the season!
That’s where self-storage from Storage ‘R’ Us can come in handy! What better way to keep your hunting gear clean, neat, safe, and accessible, while still keeping it out of the way, than by storing it in a top-notch Oklahoma self-storage facility? While you can’t store firearms or ammunition in your storage unit—nothing explosive or highly flammable, sorry—it’s a perfect place for just about everything else you might ever need this hunting season. Whether it’s camping gear, trapping supplies, survival equipment, or any other hunting essentials. Not to mention that many hunters use scents and scented gear, which works great in the field, but can be a little smelly in your garage. With a self-storage unit, the smell stays locked up with the gear, and you don’t have to worry about it until it’s time to go hunting!
Picking up a self-storage unit for your hunting supplies makes good financial sense, too, especially if you go in with some of your hunting buddies to split a unit. Chances are you may already share gear, or split up a hunting cabin or a blind with someone. Just split the cost of your self-storage unit the same way, and everyone gets access to secure, reliable self-storage for all their hunting supplies, and everyone saves in the long run.
Hunting is like any other sport or hobby—it requires a lot of commitment, and a lot of space to house all your gear and other equipment. Plus, with hunting, much of the gear that goes with it is expensive, and can be damaged or degraded by improper storage. So just stuffing it in the attic or hanging it in the garage may not do the trick. When hunting season rolls around, the last thing you want to be doing is digging through boxes looking for your favorite piece of gear, or find out that something got broken during the intervening months.
So this hunting season, why not invest in a secure and well-maintained Oklahoma self-storage unit for your valuable hunting supplies? We think you’ll be glad you did.
If you’re looking for a long-term or short-term self-storage facility in Lawton, Chickasha, Moore, or Duncan, Oklahoma, feel free to stop by any of our Storage ‘R’ Us locations and see what our self-storage solutions can do for you! One of our self-storage experts will be happy to recommend a self-storage unit that affords you the kind of storage you require.
The tiny house movement is sweeping the nation—and gaining popularity in other countries like Japan and England where square footage comes at a premium—as people all over convert to smaller, often self-built homes, and simpler styles of living. Maybe you’ve seen pictures of tiny houses on Pinterest, or seen the news coverage about the movement on CNN, NBC, PBS, Oprah, or the Huffington Post, or watched the 2013 documentary Tiny: A Story About Living Small. Or maybe you’re a part of the tiny house movement yourself, and are thinking of constructing your own tiny home in Oklahoma, or are already in the process of doing so!
In 1978, the average size of a new single family home in the United States was 1,780 square feet. By 2007, it had almost doubled to an average of 2,479 square feet. The tiny house movement is a reaction to the growing size of houses in America, and the growing burden of debt that mortgages and associated costs carry with them. To count as a tiny house, a single family home must be less than 1,000 square feet, and the average size is between 100 and 400 square feet.
The tiny house movement is about more than just square footage, though. It’s about self-reliance, a simpler, lower-stress lifestyle, and a way to break free of the cycle of debt. While there are companies that manufacture and sell tiny houses, most tiny house owners build their own, often on wheels, since some zoning regulations require a minimum square footage for construction built on foundations. For many tiny house aficionados the movement goes beyond a housing choice and is a lifestyle that focuses on efficiency, sustainability, and freedom.
The tiny house movement boasts a lot of benefits to those who find themselves drawn to it, but the move from a bigger lifestyle to a smaller one can take some getting used to. Whether you’re building your own tiny house or buying one, chances are you’re going to need a few things to help make the transition easier. One of those is a quality, climate-controlled Oklahoma self-storage unit for all the stuff that you can’t fit into your tiny new home. Tiny house self-storage is an important part of many tiny house lifestyles, and one that we’re well-equipped to help you out with here at Storage ‘R’ Us!
One of the biggest reasons people gravitate to tiny houses is to save on worry and stress by simplifying and decluttering their life. A good Oklahoma self-storage unit can do wonders for reducing worry and clutter, whether you live in a tiny house or a more regular-sized one. And because the units at Storage ‘R’ Us are always safe, secure, and affordable, you can keep the things that you don’t have room for in your tiny house or your big one safe with us, and still get to them easily when you need them.
If you’re looking for self-storage in Lawton, Chickasha, Moore, or Duncan, Oklahoma for your tiny house (or anything else), feel free to stop by any of our Storage ‘R’ Us locations and see what our self-storage solutions can do for you! One of our self-storage experts will be happy to recommend a self-storage unit that affords you the kind of storage you require.
It’s probably happened to everyone, at one time or another: We begin a new hobby, or resume an old one. We think we have all the stuff we need, but then there’s always another thing, and then another, and before we know it our hobby is taking up our whole living room, or garage, or spare bedroom, and spilling out into the rest of the house. After a while, you need someplace to put all your stuff, whether it’s garden gnomes or Beanie Babies. So if your spouse is threatening to throw you and your collection of commemorative plates out into the street, consider self-storage in Oklahoma as an alternative.
No matter what your hobby, it takes up space. Some things take up more space than others, of course. Maybe it’s all the parts for those classic cars that you’re going to get around to restoring someday, maybe it’s antiques, dolls, yard art, or kitchen utensils. Whatever your passion, sooner or later you’re going to run out of room. It’s just inevitable. When that day comes, a climate-controlled self-storage unit can be just the thing to keep your treasured collectibles safe and sound. A self-storage unit can still give you easy access to your treasured trove of shot glasses from every state while still keeping them out of the house and out of the way, so that you don’t have to live your life around your collection of plastic outdoor Santas.
People collect a lot of weird things. There’s a guy in Pennsylvania who collects Madballs, a gentleman in Arizona who has the world’s largest collection of hot sauce, and more than one person is competing for the title of “America’s largest collection of barf bags.” So no matter what you collect—whether it’s something with a lot of monetary value, or something that most people would consider junk—we know it has a lot of value to you. So whatever your collection, consider self-storage in Oklahoma as a way to keep it safe, secure, and out-of-the-way.
Whatever your collection may be worth in actual dollars, we know that it’s priceless to you, and so at Storage ‘R’ Us we not only keep our climate-controlled self-storage units safe under lock and key, we also protect them with security lighting, computer controlled site access, a fenced or walled perimeter, and 24-hour digital surveillance. Unfortunately, while security like that may seem like plenty, there are some kinds of losses that don’t care about security cameras, fences, or locks. A tornado or other natural disaster can wreak havoc on even the most secure self-storage in Oklahoma, and if that happens you’ll want to make sure that you have your collection insured. It’s good advice no matter where you store your collection. After all, a lot of time and probably money too went into assembling it, so you want to make sure you’re compensated if the unthinkable should happen.
If you’re looking for a self-storage location in Lawton, Chickasha, Moore, or Duncan, Oklahoma, feel free to stop by any of our Storage ‘R’ Us locations and see what our self-storage solutions can do for you! One of our self-storage experts will be happy to recommend a self-storage unit that affords you the kind of storage you require.
