States such as Michigan and New York may be fine to live in during the spring and summer months, but once winter rolls around, the weather can be unbearable, more particularly for older and retired residents. Because of this, many people spend winters in warmer locations, which is why Arizona has become a popular destination for snowbirds during the cold winter months. These people are called snowbirds because, like actual birds, they head south for the winter. They then return home once the weather gets warmer in their original home state. If you are a snowbird looking to take up winter residence in Arizona, a Glendale-self storage unit can make the transition much smoother. Storing Cars If you don’t have an RV and don’t want to rent a car for months at a time, keeping an extra car in storage makes sense. You don’t have to worry about transportation options once you get to Arizona. You can fly into Glendale, go to the storage facility to pick up your car, and go from there. This offers convenience because you don’t have to drive for hours to get to Arizona. When you’re ready to return home, just put the car in storage and it’ll be safe and secure until you return to Glendale again. Keeping Sporting Goods Glendale offers many outdoor activities for retired people. You can play golf on one of the many golf courses. There are also bike trails in the area. Arizona is also home to many lakes, so it’s a great place to swim, sail, boat, fish, and water ski. These outdoor activities all require the proper gear. You’ll need ample space to store boats, swimming gear, bicycles, golf clubs and other sporting equipment. Storage units take the hassle out of storing such large items. You don’t need to pack up everything and take it home and then return it to Glendale. You can keep everything in a storage unit year-round. This makes it easy to enjoy your favorite hobbies. Protecting Appliances and Furniture If you’re not bringing an RV with you to Glendale, you will likely need appliances and furniture as you make the city your home for several months. You will need to live somewhere during this time, and it’s important that you make this space a comfortable place to live. You will likely need chairs, tables, cookware, small appliances and even a microwave at the very least. It’s highly unlikely that you’ll want to eat out three times a day, as this can be inconvenient and costly. Bring the comforts of home with you and simply keep everything in storage when you go back to your primary home. Consider Glendale Self-Storage Today If you’re retired and live in a different location during the winter, a storage unit can keep you organized. Self-storage offers convenience so you don’t have to haul all your possessions with you when you go to your winter home. The friendly team at US Storage Centers can help you choose a storage unit that will fit your needs. Our Glendale facility is located at 9304 North 43rd Avenue. To learn more about our self-storage options, contact us online or give us a call at (623) 377-9404.
