As students enjoy the last few days of summer break before returning to college, many parents are faced with a dilemma. In order to be prepared for the school year, parents must ready their dorm rooms and pack up the house before going away for work. For parents that live in small dwellings with minimal storage space, this could present quite a challenge. Here are the benefits of renting a self-storage unit for students going to college.

Extra Room  

Since the dorm room is built specifically for a single occupant, it usually features just one bed and little more. If space is limited, finding additional furniture or bedding could be problematic. With a storage unit on university, parents can put their extra furniture and any new accessories in storage with ease. This will ensure that the student will have a safe and clean environment to prepare for their first day of classes.

Easy Access  

Many children are moving into college with some family members still living in their home. Parents may need to access the items in their self-storage unit from time to time. Many storage facilities provide a free moving truck for customers, which means those items can be brought back home on short notice if necessary. For example, a parent may need to take some clothing or school supplies back home during Thanksgiving break.

Space for Belongings  

The dorm room is typically very cramped and students may find that they have no extra space for furniture or other belongings. In this case, parents should consider renting a self-storage unit. This will allow them to take their items with them when they go back home for the holiday festivities.

Safekeeping  

Many college students do not have a vehicle, so it is necessary to store all of their belongings in the dorm room itself. Even if the student has a car or is able to access public transportation, they may not want anyone accessing their belongings while they are away. Many storage facilities can provide safety locks on the interior doors of their facility, which means the contents are safe and secure.

School Supplies  

For parents with children in college, many items are provided by the school or university. Parents may need to purchase items such as clothes or toiletries during exam periods, so it is necessary to have these items close at hand and able to access at any time.