Author Archives: Laurie Tomlinson

Freshening Up for Fall

Its finally Fall! Here at the Storage Inn, we have been working on freshening up our facility for our present and future customers alike. We have been painting the interior halls and working on the painting of the exterior storage doors to keep our property looking its best. The managers have been working hard to keep our storage units full and currently have an impressive waitlist. Our yard support has been working day after day to keep our yard a pleasant place to be. We are so grateful for our wonderful staff and we strive to keep our customers happy. Feel free to stop in and say hello to our staff and ask for some new swag. We just had some new promo materials made and have stocked up the office. We hope to see you pop in the office and say hello real soon!

Embrace the Cold & Protect Your Belongings!

Winter is here in Egg Harbor Township, NJ and it’s time to embrace the snow!  But with the change in temperature, it’s important to make sure your belongings are protected from the harsh weather conditions. That’s where self storage comes in! Our climate-controlled units ensure that your items stay safe and sound, no matter the weather outside. Plus, with easy access and flexible rental options, you can enjoy your winter wonderland without any worries. Don’t let the cold ruin your belongings – trust us to keep them in tip-top condition this winter! Stop in the office the next time you are in and leave a review with the managers in our testimonial book! Looking forward to seeing you out and about, in this chilly weather! Stay warm! Our office hours Monday through Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday 8am to 5pm and Sunday 9am to 3pm. Access hours remain Mon-Sunday 6am to 9pm.

Storage Inn Christmas Solutions

It’s that time of year again, and The Storage Inn is ready to help you make space for all your holiday cheer! Whether you need to store your Christmas tree and decorations, or just need some extra room for all those presents, we’ve got you covered. Our secure and climate-controlled units are perfect for keeping your belongings safe and sound during the hectic holiday season. And with our convenient location and friendly staff, you’ll be able to access your unit whenever you need to. So why not give yourself the gift of extra space this Christmas?

– sack full of toys and gifts

Some tips for the final pack up come next week! Proper storage can help extend the life of your holiday decor and make decorating next year a breeze. Here are some tips to help you store your holiday decorations like a pro. First, make sure to clean and dry all decorations before storing them. This will help prevent mold and mildew from forming. Next, invest in sturdy storage containers that are specifically designed for holiday decorations. These containers will protect your decorations from dust, moisture, and pests. Finally, label your containers so you know exactly what’s inside and where it belongs. Taking these steps will help ensure that your holiday decorations are ready to go when the next holiday season rolls around.

We want to thank our customers, new and established alike. Thank you for choosing our facility to store your belongings, we truly appreciate and value your business.

Storing Tips 101: Patio Furniture

As the weather turns cooler, it’s time to start thinking about storing your patio furniture for the fall and winter months.

To ensure that your furniture stays in good condition and is ready for use when spring arrives, there are a few important steps you should take. First, give everything a thorough cleaning with a brush or mild detergent. If you notice any damage, make repairs or dispose of those items that are beyond repair. If any of your cushions are on their way out, toss them now and plan to buy yourself a new set in the Spring.  We recommend that you disassemble what you can to maximize storage space. Depending on the materials your furniture is made of, you may want to consider a climate-controlled storage unit to protect it from extreme temperatures. You may want consider putting a barrier on the floor of your unit, such as a durable plastic tarp or a wooden pallet.  Once in place, its a good idea to loosely wrap your furniture with old blankets to prevent damage. By following these tips, you can ensure that your patio furniture is well-protected and ready to use when the weather warms up again.

The managers and yard support are looking forward to seeing a parade of those beautiful patio sets sailing through our gates soon! If you need to rent the box truck, stop in the let the managers know! Ask for the current special once onsite!

Sponsor Spotlight: Somers Point Beach Concert Series

Looking for the perfect way to kick off your weekend? Look no further than the Somers Point Beach Concert series! Every Friday night, head down to the Municipal Beach around 7pm, for an epic evening of good times, delicious food trucks, and amazing music as the sun sets over the water.

As a longtime sponsor of this incredible event, we know firsthand just how much fun it can be. We pop in and set up a table of giveaways, so you’ll have even more reasons to come say hi and join in on the excitement. Grab your friends, pack a cooler, and head on down to the beach for a night you won’t forget! Trust us, this is the party you won’t want to miss.




Thanks to Carmen, Nancy, Linda and Andy for all they do to bring this series to us each week! Check out their website below to see the line up, a full list of sponsors, and see their Facebook for the amazing photography of the events!

http://www.somerspointbeachconcerts.com/

Backyard Party Season

Hello All! Summer is now here and it is time to let the backyard party season begin! I am having my in-laws over next weekend and we are having a big party in the backyard. I have to the menu ready to go, but setting up the backyard is going to be the biggest effort. We have a smaller yard so we have to be mindful about the equipment we are going to need keep our guests well taken care of. Things I’ll be pulling out of storage this week:

1.) Our lawn mower, weed whacker, and hedge trimmer. To be honest, the only time we ever fully manicure the lawn is when we have company.

2.) The Smoker- for the brisket AND the regular grill for the hot dogs and chicken!

3.) Sprinklers & Super Soakers for my son and my nephew, they are the only kiddos attending the party, so they get free reign of the supplies. Some of the adults are big kids at heart, I am sure there will be a war.

Oversize Flower Pots- so I can run to the local garden market and plant some red, white and blue flowers, VERY last minute, so my yard looks festive!

Canopy Tent, Tables & Chairs- Our relatives are all older and need to stay out of the direct sun, so we need to keep them in the shade and set up some fans. I have about 6 folding chairs, so they are going to have to bring what they have to help!

Large Camping Coolers- to fill with the beverages- I have about 10 kinds of soda in my trunk right now, and I need to keep them all cold.

So thankful that we have a place to keep all these things during the fall, winter and spring seasons! As always it’ll be so nice seeing the managers and yard support on my visit to my storage unit.  Happy Backyard party season from The Storage Inn.

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Getting our Grads Ready!

It is the end of May, and it is about time to watch our high school seniors walk across that stage. Those of you out that who may be the proud parent, or the gloating grandparent, or the sibling who is happy to get the bigger room once they move away to college… its finally time to celebrate. Our local high schools are submitting grades, ordering those caps and gowns, practicing ceremonies. Our families are planning the gifts to give and planning menus for the graduation parties that scheduled for a few weeks from now. Our seniors are considering saying goodbye to teachers and friends, and getting ready to head off to the unknown world… COLLEGE!

The most sought after gift for the grads will be cash, but some of the more practical friends and family may gift things for the dorm room! Come fall, they will need to outfit their dorm rooms, and with the all extra happenings of the summer, where will the grads keep their dorm room prep? We can always fit a small, several month rental for a storage unit that can house the college essentials until its time to pack up the family car and head to the university of their choice.

Comforters, Twin sheet sets, closet organizers, kitchen utensil kits, laundry bags, coffee makers, shower caddies, pillows, fans, power strips, lamps, towels, and a sweet new wardrobe. We wish all the graduates well, and hope their ceremonies are memorable, parties are full of excitement, and the summer is full of dorm shopping. If things get a little tight around the house, remember you can always come see us in both of our locations in Ocean City and Egg Harbor Township.

837 West Ave, Ocean City, NJ

2527 Fire Road, Egg Harbor Township, NJ

http://www.thestorageinn.net

 

 

Sponsor Spotlight: South Jersey Field of Dreams

The Storage Inn is a proud supporter of the South Jersey Field of Dreams. This is a local organization that caters to families with children with special needs. They can come out to the field, play a great game with their peers, and just enjoy the baseball game! Great uniforms…check, Concessions…check, Stands for the FANS… check, and a great environment with great vibes… CHECK! The organizers have volunteers on hand ready to assist every single player. We just attended opening Weekend last week, celebrating their 20th year! (Originated in 2003) We met some local families, gave out of Storage Inn Goodies and had a great night. Earth day was Saturday, so we had some help coloring from the children so we could decorate our office accordingly! The season will continue through the Spring and early Summer. We are so grateful to be a supportive presence in our community! Play Ball!

https://southjerseyfieldofdreams.com/

Time to Clean Up: 2023 Spring Cleaning

It is almost Springtime and we have been very busy here at The Storage Inn in Egg Harbor Township. It is time for Spring cleaning! Since we have such a great selection of storage unit sizes, we find our storage unit rental log of visitors a little more active than normal this time of year. Our smallest unit, a 5×5, will clear a little bit of that extra space in your garage. If you have a full garage of items needing storage, you will want to consider a larger unit, maybe an 8×8. This typically holds about 2 rooms worth of furniture and boxes.

Maybe this Spring clean is a bigger haul for you and you have plans to get through the basement AND the garage? We can accommodate that as well, perhaps a 10×10 or even a 10×15! These can hold 3-5 rooms worth of furniture and boxes.

WE HAVE MOVING TRUCKS AND VANS

We go above and beyond to keep the space ready for your storage needs. We have staff onsite who help keep the storage units clean before you move in. We also have a golf cart on site to help get around. If you don’t have a pickup truck to bring your items over, don’t worry! We even have moving vans and moving box trucks available to our renters. We offer specials to help you get the best rate on this service.

A FEW STORAGE PACKING IDEAS

Make sure when you pack your items, you pack them carefully in bubble wrap and use plastic storage totes for better keeping – I speak from experience. You can come and go as you need to during regular business hours and grab those items that you needed but packed away!  As we have found to be helpful in our own experience, storing items in clear totes can be helpful for you so you can easily find items without having to open each box to find the item you are hunting for. If you have the time, and are a “list” type person, you can make an inventory list for each box that can be slid inside the box so you can read it from outside.

If this isn’t your style, you can also store your seasonal decorations in colored storage boxes, that correspond with that holiday. Examples would be a pink box for Valentine’s Day, green boxes for St. Patrick’s Day, orange and black boxes for Halloween, or red and green for Christmas décor.  This can help you easily narrow down which box to grab when you need that item.

WE HAVE CLIMATE CONTROLLED STORAGE UNITS

If anything you are storing needs to be kept safe from the bitter cold winter days or steamy hot summer days, ask our managers about the climate-controlled units. We are a proud family-owned and operated self-storage facility in Atlantic County, and we look forward to serving all of our new and seasoned customers this 2023 Spring Cleaning Season!