Proper Storage for Your Library

People hold onto books for a variety of reasons. If you have a favorite title or two, you may keep them for sentimental reasons, or to read over and again. Books you enjoyed as a child, or ones you purchased for your firstborn, might find a permanent home with you to pass on to future… Read more »

How Self-Storage Helps During a Home Renovation

We’ll admit it, we’re hooked on all those “fix-up” shows about home remodeling. It’s fascinating to see the possibilities available to homeowners interested in renovating their houses or buying an outdated property that transforms into a cozy home with contemporary fixtures and usable space. We know these shows are edited to enhance the drama and… Read more »

Keep Framed Artwork Safe in Self-Storage

Nothing livens up a home like a beautiful, framed painting. Maybe you came upon a nice seascape or portrait while on vacation, or at a past Stockley Gardens Art Festival here in Norfolk, but you’re scaling down or having renovations done. Rather than risk damage to your artwork, why not consider a storage unit to… Read more »

Avoid Musty Odors During Storage

Regardless of whether or not you rent a self-storage, you’re certain to pack away clothing and other belongings for later use. Spring will arrive soon in full force, and that means we finally get to put away our heavy sweaters and coats until next winter. If you have lighter wear sealed in a plastic bin,… Read more »

Self-Storage Helps For Life Changes

Life can come at you fast. Whether it’s good or bad, things happen and it’s better to be prepared for whenever they come. Major life changes can lead you to make big decisions, including the need to rent a storage unit. Be prepared and stress-free by keeping your valuables safe and secured. Marriage Compromise is a… Read more »

Is Tidewater Storage Part of Your New Year’s Resolution?

Thinking about decluttering your home as your New Year’s resolution? Tidewater Drive Storage Center is the perfect place to look into if you aren’t sure which of your possessions you should keep or throw away. If you still need help deciding whether or not our Norfolk storage facility is the place for you, here are… Read more »

Make the Most of Self-Storage During the Holidays

It’s no secret that the self-storage business sees a spike in activity in December. We tend to see certain customers who haven’t visited us in months – about eleven, to be exact. Norfolk self-storage comes in handy for homeowners who take pride in lighting up the neighborhood at Christmastime. Garages are nice for holding small… Read more »

Self-Storage: Good For Business, If You Abide By The Rules

A friend who is looking for a new home recently saw some properties with potential but found the same problem with each one. No garage. “There’s no place for my workshop,” he said. His current residence has a setup for his woodworking, but with the growth of his hobby, the area has become cramped. For now,… Read more »

Storing Spring and Summer Clothes

Now that we’re well into October we should feel a coolness in the air. This being Norfolk, though, we may end up waiting a while, but despite current temperatures, we know fall is here. We can always tell when the seasons change because we see an uptick in activity at our Norfolk self-storage facility. This… Read more »

Safe Storage Options For Your Boat

Fall is right around the corner, and that means all those fun times fishing, tubing, and partying on the boat are sadly coming to an end. Do you know what you’re going to do with your boat? How are you going to store and keep it safe for the cold weather that’ll be here sooner… Read more »