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Can you sleep in a storage unit? (All your burning storage questions finally answered)

If you’ve ever found yourself pondering the deeper questions of life, like "Can I sleep in a storage unit?" then ponder no further! We’ve got you covered with all the answers to your burning storage questions, like: 

Q: Can I sleep in a storage unit?

A: We get it - sometimes life gives you lemons and you find yourself without a place to crash. The long and short of it, though, is (sadly) no: you can’t snooze in your storage unit. We care about your safety first and foremost, and while our storage units are many things, a home they are not. There is, however, so much you can do with our units – read on to find out all the problems a storage unit can solve.  

Q: Can I run a business from a storage unit?

A: Now you’re getting warmer! You can, indeed, run a business from a storage unit. It’s an excellent way to keep overheads low when you’re first starting out. Micro-warehousing, a service we offer our business customers, is a great solution for many small businesses including ecommerce, freelancers, consultants, tech startups and more! By combining secure storage with traditional office space, micro-warehousing units offer business owners the convenience of running and expanding their business from one place.

Q: Do I have to sign a long-term lease?

A: Heck no! At Stor-Age, we understand that your self storage needs are a dynamic beast. Sometimes they’re specific to the particular life phase you find yourself in and other times they’re an inexpensive way to create more space without the expense of upsizing. With us, you can stay for as short as a month or as long as you need. 

Q: What do people use storage units for?

A: Ah, the million-rond question! People use storage units for all kinds of reasons, from temporarily storing their belongings during a move to holding onto sentimental items they just can't bear to part with. Here are just a few of the most common reasons people use self-storage:

  • Moving or renovating: A storage unit is a great place to keep your stuff until you're ready to move it into your new place, whether you're between homes, downsizing or renovating.
  • Seasonal items: If you live in a place that has extreme variations in temperature between seasons then selfstorage is a great way to store your bulky winter get up.  Amongst other things, people also use it to store holiday decorations, summer recreational equipment (think lilos and loungers) and sports equipment.
  • Business inventory: The use of storage units can be a great option for small business owners who need some extra space to store supplies, inventory or archive important documents. Need to expand? Self storage is perfect and low-risk.
  • Hobbies: Storage units make excellent hobby rooms for those into arts, crafts, model building – you name it. 
  • Sentimental items: Most people find it difficult to part with belongings that mean a lot to them – like their kids’ clothes or lovies, or their granny’s antiques and collectibles. Storage units offer a great middle ground between cluttering up the house and getting rid of your most precious keepsakes.   



Right, we know you’re now dying to get your hands on a little space to call your own. If you’re looking for a convenient and affordable way to free up space in your life, Stor-Age’s wide variety of secure self storage units is the ideal solution. With over 55 locations nationwide and personal storage units in over 40 sizes, Stor-Age has all the space you need and more.  

To learn more about our services, pop in to your nearest facility, give us a call on 0861 18 18 18 or request a quick and easy online quote!  


Posted by Stor-Age Self Storage - 23 March 2023 | Tips And Hints