How your self-storage unit helps in the divorce or separation process

Going through a divorce or separation comes with a long list of emotional and logistical challenges. One thing you may not have considered to help? Utilizing a self-storage unit. Here’s how it gives you peace of mind over your items, privacy, and a new chapter of life. 

Before you do anything, do you

If you have the time and space to do so, our first recommendation is to take some time to do you. Eat that tub of ice cream! Learn how to meditate! Get that extra one-on-one time with your therapist! 

Your mental health comes first. If you need a time out to unwind (or treat yourself!), do that, and come back to the logistics later. 

But if you’ve done that, or you want to get a move on things, we understand that too. Here’s how to get started. 

First things first, find the right storage facility

You’re going to want a unit at a storage facility you can trust, and not every company is going to offer the same features. Here are a few to keep in mind: 

• Flexible access: Some facilities have restricted hours for accessing your unit. Find a facility that works with your schedule. 
• Secure storage: The security of your belongings is important! Find a facility with surveillance, adequate staff, and quality locks on the units themselves.
• Various unit sizes: You might have a little, or you might have a lot to store. A facility with units that fit you just right is key. 
• Amenities: Electricity and climate control are convenient for keeping your items dry and making moving in a breeze. 
• Friendly staff: Great service is the icing on the cake when you search for a storage facility. 

One option that checks all of these boxes is right here, on this very website. We’ve got you covered at Pandora Mini storage. Check out this sneak peek of our recently opened facility: 

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Things to consider before using your storage unit during the divorce

So you’ve decided on a storage unit facility and need to plan the move into it. Here’s what to consider next: 

How are you splitting things up? 

This is the hardest part. Decide with your ex-partner who is taking what. Do this calmly, or maybe even with a mediator to minimize tension, fighting, or potentially even a lawsuit. Make an inventory list that you can both agree on to smooth the process as much as possible. 

What do you have to replace? 

Once you know what you’re taking, identify what you’re missing. It could be anything from furniture to kitchen appliances to lightbulbs. Add these items to a separate to-shop list to keep things organized. 

Where are you moving, and when? 

Of course, you need to determine when you’re moving and the destination. If you’re moving temporarily to your parents’ or a friend’s place, your storage unit will be extra helpful. Take your time, find a spot where you feel comfortable, and move to your final destination when it’s right. 

Security tips during the process

Whether the split is amicable or hostile, you’ll want to feel good about keeping what’s yours, yours. Here are a few tips for keeping things secure during the separation: 

• Keep your unit key in a safe place at all times
• Don’t disclose your unit number to anyone
• If there are specific people to be concerned about, tell the facility staff

Nothing is overkill when it comes to protecting what’s important. Take the proper precautions and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with it. 

Give us a call at Pandora Mini. We’ve got your back through any stage of life

At Pandora Mini, your comfort is our comfort. We want to make this process a breeze for you. 

So reach out to the team today. We’re a trusted facility with multiple locations in the greater Montreal area. We’ll walk you through your unit, rental term, and pricing options so it’s one less thing to worry about.