Isn’t it crazy how much junk we can accumulate over time? Have you ever found something random in one of the storage spaces in your home and wondered, “Where did this come from?” If the answer to that question does not come easily for numerous items in your home, you – or someone you live with – may just be one of those people who loves to collect things, just in case you might need it, or because you can repurpose it, or for whatever other reason the item was brought home. All of That Stuff! Where Did it Come From? There are the gifts that you were given over the years that you have no idea what to do with, but you would feel bad about just throwing them out. Of course, there are items that you have somehow inherited from friends and relatives, like the gargantuan gnomes that someone actually thought you would want to decorate your house with. And then there is paperwork, boxes, cables, packing bubbles, instructions, and other items that could have come free with a purchase you made. Do Not Fret There isn’t necessarily anything wrong with having all of that stuff, but sooner or later, you will find that the storage spaces in your home are completely packed full and most of the usable space in your home is limited. The truth is that you could probably get rid of most of this stuff if you really wanted to. You are not a hoarder or a pack rat – in all honesty, most of the stuff hanging around in your storage spaces is there because you felt bad about getting rid of it, or had no idea it was even there. Where to Start Getting rid of the clutter and making space to store your more important items is a lot easier than it may seem. Is there a closet or area in your home that you have not accessed for more than a year? Start there. Many of the items in that storage space you may be able to donate or otherwise get rid of. The rest of the items might be precious things that your grandmother or grandfather left behind, or other items of extreme sentiment. You can keep those, but make sure to get rid of the rest. A good golden rule for stuff that is taking up valuable storage space in your home is: If you haven’t used it in six months, you don’t need it. But, if you want to give yourself the leeway of an entire year, that’s fine. If you haven’t used it within the past year, it is definitely taking up space that you could use more wisely. Get a Tampa Storage Unit If you need more space in your life and you simply cannot bring yourself to part with the items that are taking up the storage space in your home, you can come visit us at US Storage Centers in Tampa. We will help you figure out exactly what you need to better organize your life and give you the peace of mind you have been seeking. US Storage Centers 1108 Skipper Road Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 737-0433
