Summer is the peak season for storage and facilities can fill up quickly. To ensure you get a storage unit, you may want to consider renting your storage unit before the summer rush kicks in.
Whether you need a small, big, drive-up, or climate-controlled storage unit, RV, or boat storage, Riel Park RV & Self Storage, an Elite Storage Facility, has something for everyone!
Using self-storage during the summer months requires some special attention. We have created a list of suggestions to keep in mind for summer storage.
Protect belongings from heat with climate controlled storage
What seasonal items do people store in summer?
Storing Vehicles
Take inventory of your stored items
Protect your items from summertime pests
What about college students?
RV and boat storage
Prepare for your storage - Packing Materials
Summer heat can cause havoc on your items. Heat and humidity can damage musical instruments, artwork, furniture, and more. Riel Park RV & Self Storage in St. Albert has several storage options, ranging from climate-controlled units to RV Storage. Our goal is to ensure that your items are well taken care of and in good condition, regardless of the temperature.
Climate controlled storage units are best in the summer heat as they help fight humidity which can cause mold and mildew growth.
The beautiful summer weather motivates people to declutter and organize.
Self Storage is the perfect solution for storing seasonal items. Some items include seasonal clothes, motorized seasonal vehicles like snowmobiles and ATVs, and seasonal sports equipment.
Rent only the space you need. A small storage unit is great for storing seasonal clothing that will not take up a lot of space. A larger storage unit may be ideal for storing a college student's belongings during summer break.
Larger units, 10x20’s or 10x30’s, are ideal for motorized winter vehicles.
Another option to consider when renting summer storage is a drive-up storage unit. Drive-up storage units give you easy and quick access to pick up and drop off your items.
Vehicle storage can include more than just your car. It is also common for people to store boats, motorcycles, ATVs and jet skis. All of these can be stored in self-storage facilities.
At Riel Park RV & Self Storage, we offer excellent vehicle storage options. Giving one of our storage rental experts a call will help you get the best storage option for your vehicle.
Make an inventory list of what you are storing. An inventory list will help you remember what you have in storage. Create your list with a tablet, laptop, or the old-fashioned way - pen and paper. Store items that are most important at the front of your storage unit as this will ensure simple and easy access in the future.
Along with an inventory list, this is a great time to check the condition of your items. Look for anything that is broken, missing pieces, or damaged.
Summer can be a peak time for pests. In the winter months, you won't see mosquitoes or bugs, but you may see some four-legged pests trying to make their way in, out of the cold. Keep your storage unit clean and do not store food or other perishable items. Check out our guide on what not to store.
Storage facilities work very hard to keep their facilities pest free. Ask your storage provider about what they do for pest control. A good storage facility will have a plan in place.
As summer rolls around, college students need space to store their belongings while school is out for summer. A self storage unit is a great option for college students so their belongings are not taking up valuable space when temporarily moving home.
At Riel Park RV & Self Storage, we have 4.5 acres of paved space, which means you never have to worry about your RV or boat sinking into the ground in the winter months. Our goal is to provide a safe and secure environment for your boat, RV, or vehicle.
Our St. Albert storage facility is fully fenced with unique gate code access, security cameras, great lighting and mobile security patrols.
Packing can be very stressful, but we have all the essentials to make you're packing a breeze! We have cardboard boxes, bubble wrap, permanent markers, packing tape, tape guns, furniture covers, stretch wrap, and more.
At Riel Park RV & Self Storage, we are a one-stop-shop for your summer storage needs. Give one of our storage rental experts a call today at 780-459-6435, or rent or reserve a storage unit online.
