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Why Do People Use Self Storage?

Storage Units at Elite Self Storage

More and more people are using self storage units as they are running out of space at home.  Self storage facilities are being used for various reasons and for when life unexpectedly changes (i.e. divorce, addition to the family, children moving home). 

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Make Transitioning Between Homes Easier With Storage

Family sitting on floor with moving boxes

Transitioning between homes can be a complicated process. If you take your time to organize everything in advance and explore your options, you can make things much easier for yourself.  A self storage unit is the perfect tool to help you through this process.

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Winter Activities To Get You Moving

Family Snowshoeing

The winters can be long in Alberta and it's not uncommon to feel sad, irritated or less energetic during the winter months.  Exercise has been proven to reduce symptoms of depression and make you feel better.  There are many activities that can get you outdoors and exercising.

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Declutter & Organize This Winter

Donation Boxes Decluttering

It's the middle of January, you've put away the Christmas decorations and are settling into the winter blahs.  To get you up and moving, here are a few small projects you can do in your home that take little time and energy and give you the feeling of accomplishment.

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Ways Clutter Affects Your Health

Kitchen full of clutter

It's difficult to focus on important tasks when several things are competing for your attention.  Researchers have found that being around disorganization makes it harder for your brain to focus.  

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Ways To Keep Organized This New Year

Organized Living Room

If your New Year's resolution is to get organized, consider renting a storage unit in St. Albert at Riel Park RV & Self Storage.  Being organized takes some planning but is well worth the benefits that come with it.

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Declutter & Keep Your New Year's Resolution

Clutter Free Bedroom

Kicking of the New Year will make you feel happier and more energized.  Don't let clutter in your home leave you feeling unorganized and stressed.  Maybe you need to downsize or you have too much stuff cluttering your drawers, cupboards and closets. 

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Christmas Decoration Storage Tips

Christmas Decorations in Storage Bins

For many of us, decorating for the holiday season puts us into the festive spirit.  Unfortunately, once the season is over it's time to figure out where to store these decorations until the next season.  

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Can You Benefit From Business Storage?

File-Box-Storage

Business storage can range from year end documents to seasonal or surplus inventory.  Documents and seasonal items can really add up, often taking up valuable space your business should be using in another way.  Indoor, climate-controlled storage units are a great solution for retail businesses to store inventory.  It's often cheaper than using up expensive retail space for out of season or high-volume product.  

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Winter Moving - Slip & Fall Tips

Shoes with Grip walking on Ice

At this time of year, when temperatures are still hovering around freezing, we need to be vigilant regarding potential slips and falls.  A fresh snow fall after a day of above freezing temperatures can obsure underlying icy patches. 

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