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Make space for an active lifestyle
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk27 Dec 2024
11 Dec 2024
Find room to exercise in your home
Media gifts that won’t take up space
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk20 Dec 2024
11 Dec 2024
Last-minute entertainment gift ideas
Top tips for getting the most out of your storage space
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk13 Dec 2024
11 Dec 2024
How to refine your self-storage routine
Christmas gifts for a clutter-free lifestyle
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk06 Dec 2024
03 Dec 2024
Want to avoid giving your loved ones even more possessions this Christmas? We’ve got tips
Could committing to storage cut your storage bill?
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk29 Nov 2024
30 Oct 2024
This one tip could reduce your self-storage costs
Clutter and mental health
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk22 Nov 2024
30 Oct 2024
Look after your possessions and your mental health
Organising your shed
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk15 Nov 2024
30 Oct 2024
Your shed, your space – how to create your dream garden den
Now is the time to clear out your children’s toys
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk08 Nov 2024
30 Oct 2024
Declutter your toys ahead of Christmas
Get your caravan ready for storage
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk25 Oct 2024
30 Sep 2024
How to winterise your caravan
Reduce your storage costs by streamlining your stored goods
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk18 Oct 2024
30 Sep 2024
Four ways to reduce your monthly storage bill
Self-storage for digital nomads
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk11 Oct 2024
30 Sep 2024
How can self-storage make life easier for digital nomads?
How to store a barbecue
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk04 Oct 2024
30 Sep 2024
Get your garden winter ready by putting your grill and barbecue into storage
You need paper copies of these six documents
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk27 Sep 2024
31 Aug 2024
So much of our life is online, but there are still some cases where only paper will do
Moving into college accommodation
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31 Aug 2024
Hints and tips for students going away to university
Could you save by switching to a cheaper storage company?
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk13 Sep 2024
31 Aug 2024
Some storage companies seem to offer a better deal – but beware of hidden costs
Cleaning your barbecue
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk06 Sep 2024
31 Aug 2024
How to give your barbecue some end-of-season care
Get ready for your first short-term international move
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk30 Aug 2024
02 Aug 2024
Dealing with your possessions during a temporary move abroad
Tips for scanning documents to save space
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk23 Aug 2024
02 Aug 2024
Minimise paper clutter by scanning documents
Organise your cluttered garage
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk16 Aug 2024
02 Aug 2024
The benefits of a neat and tidy garage
Staying cool on a budget
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk09 Aug 2024
02 Aug 2024
In the cost-of-living crisis you can still stay cool
Efficient air con use
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04 Jul 2024
Heatwaves can leave us yearning for a cool escape. Even a portable air conditioner can make a world of difference
Moving home in extreme heat
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk19 Jul 2024
04 Jul 2024
A house move during a heatwave is definitely challenging, but there are a few things you can do to make it easier
What is the best shelving for a storage unit
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk12 Jul 2024
04 Jul 2024
Organise your self-storage unit with shelving
Getting ready for a home swap holiday
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk05 Jul 2024
04 Jul 2024
Preparing for a home exchange holiday
A checklist for taking items out of storage
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk28 Jun 2024
26 May 2024
Wondering about best practice for moving domestic goods out of storage? Here are our thoughts
Moving home in wet weather
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk21 Jun 2024
26 May 2024
Moving home in torrential rain is no one’s idea of a good time… Here’s how to stay calm and more or less dry
Get prepared for an emergency
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk14 Jun 2024
26 May 2024
The UK government recently recommended that the public keep an emergency kit at home
How do I dispose of unwanted clothes and textiles?
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk07 Jun 2024
26 May 2024
Got some old clothing to get rid of? Here’s how to do it responsibly
Is your car overloaded?
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk24 May 2024
26 Apr 2024
Avoid overloading your car when moving domestic goods
What fittings should you leave behind when you move?
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk17 May 2024
26 Apr 2024
How to work out what to take and what to leave when you move house
Moving house with young adults
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk10 May 2024
26 Apr 2024
Get your teenagers ready to move house
What to do when the emergency services ask you to leave your home
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk03 May 2024
26 Apr 2024
Check list of items to take with you in an emergency
Is it okay to take garden plants when you move?
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk26 Apr 2024
23 Mar 2024
Do garden plants count as fixtures or fittings when moving house?
How to be the best house move helper ever
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk19 Apr 2024
23 Mar 2024
So you’ve been asked to help someone move house. What can you do to help out?
Moving into supportive accommodation
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23 Mar 2024
Preparing to move into a care home
What to do when your smoke alarm goes off
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk05 Apr 2024
23 Mar 2024
Act promptly when your smoke alarm sounds
What to do when your carbon monoxide detector goes off
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk22 Mar 2024
23 Feb 2024
Is a carbon monoxide leak an emergency?
Top tips for drying laundry
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk15 Mar 2024
23 Feb 2024
How to win at drying your washing
Get your barbecue ready for summer
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk08 Mar 2024
23 Feb 2024
Prepare for the British summer by cleaning off your barbecue
How to put a washing machine into storage
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk01 Mar 2024
23 Feb 2024
Keeping your washing machine in storage
Do you have an emergency plan for your household?
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk26 Feb 2024
31 Jan 2024
If the worst happens at home, would your family know what to do?
How to charge phones and tablets efficiently
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk19 Feb 2024
31 Jan 2024
Strategies for efficient phone charging in your home
Tips for storing a cooker
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk12 Feb 2024
31 Jan 2024
Can I put a cooker into my storage unit?
Staging your house for a quick sale
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk05 Feb 2024
31 Jan 2024
Declutter your home to improve buyer appeal
Managing your sale on a social media marketplace
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk26 Jan 2024
04 Jan 2024
How to be successful at peer-to-peer selling
Helping an older person move house
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk19 Jan 2024
04 Jan 2024
How to be a good carer during a house move
Putting appliances into storage
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk12 Jan 2024
04 Jan 2024
How and when to store white goods
Moving house with a terrarium
https://direct.storeandinsure.co.uk05 Jan 2024
04 Jan 2024
How to move your terrarium safely into your new home